One pick has already declined the Cubs offer, but at least 19 have already signed a contract. The other 30 are pending or unknown, as of this writing.

Here’s an update on 26 of the Cubs’ 50 picks, including all of the top 15 and 18 and of the top 20.

1 Brett Jackson, CF
Signed

The Chicago Cubs have agreed to terms with outfielder Brett Jackson, the club’s first-round selection (31st overall) in the 2009 Major League Baseball First-Year Player Draft, pending a physical.

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I see a guy with pretty good upside, Wilken said. He’s got pretty good power in his bat, a very live bat, but he’s got to do some things. He has to soften his approach, but if he can do that the contact can be more consistent. He’s a true center fielder with average plus arm. He’s got a chance to be a complete player.

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