Angels Designate Jorge Soler for Assignment

The Los Angeles Angels have designated outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler for assignment, as reported by journalist Mike Rodriguez. The team has not yet made a formal announcement regarding this transaction or any corresponding moves.

This decision follows a challenging season for Soler, who is currently hitting .203/.291/.373 with 12 home runs in 361 plate appearances. His performance has notably declined, with a strikeout rate of nearly one-third of his at-bats and a poor showing against left-handed pitchers, batting just .207/.284/.341 this year.

Soler, 34, is in the final year of a three-year, $42 million contract. After being traded from the Giants to the Braves in 2024, he joined the Angels, where he has struggled to maintain his previous level of play. With the trade deadline passed, the Angels will place Soler on waivers, where he is expected to clear and subsequently seek opportunities elsewhere, likely on a minor league contract.