A Surprising Veteran Has Become the Angels’ Top Trade Candidate
Summary
The Los Angeles Angels have a player, Jorge Soler, who might be traded before the trade deadline because the team is struggling in the standings. Soler is in the last year of his contract and other teams needing a designated hitter could be interested.Key Facts
- The Angels have had trouble placing Mike Trout and Jorge Soler in the lineup because of the designated hitter rules.
- Mike Trout has been playing well in 2026 as the Angels' center fielder.
- Jorge Soler has a batting average of .212 and has hit 9 home runs through May 2026.
- Soler is in the last year of a three-year, $42 million contract with the Angels.
- The Angels are near the bottom of the American League standings with a record of 23-37.
- Teams like the Padres, Blue Jays, White Sox, and Pirates could benefit from acquiring Soler as a designated hitter.
- The Angels may want to trade Soler to get players in return or save money on his contract.
- The trade deadline to make a deal is August 3, 2026.
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