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Los Angeles Angels Place Jorge Soler on 10-Day Injured List After Left Oblique Strain
The Los Angeles Angels announced Saturday that outfielder and designated hitter Jorge Soler will miss at least ten games after sustaining a left oblique strain. The move removes Soler from the active roster, giving the club a chance to activate a replacement.
Soler, 34, is best known for his power‑hitting pedigree. He debuted with the Chicago Cubs in 2014, contributed to their 2016 World Series title, and has since played for the Kansas City Royals, Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, San Francisco Giants, and most recently the Angels. In 2019 he topped the American League in home runs, and in 2021 he earned the World Series Most Valuable Player award while with the Braves.
An oblique strain affects the abdominal external oblique muscle, the largest of the three flat abdominal muscles. The muscle is frequently stressed during the rotational motions required in batting and throwing. Under MLB injury‑list rules, a non‑concussion injury can be placed on the 10‑day IL, the shortest option available. A player must remain on the IL for a minimum of ten days but can stay longer if recovery takes more time.
The Angels currently have 26 players on their active roster, with a 40‑man roster that includes those on the 60‑day IL. Soler’s absence will be felt at the top of the lineup, where he has been a regular power threat. The team will likely call up a minor‑league player or activate someone previously on the 60‑day IL to fill the vacancy.
Los Angeles sits at 41‑23 overall and 21‑11 at home. The club faces the Houston Astros on Sunday night and the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Soler’s injury arrives at a juncture when the Angels are eager to maintain momentum in the American League West race.
The front office has not released a projected return date. The 10‑day IL designation makes Soler eligible to rejoin the active roster on or after July 15, assuming full recovery. The organization’s medical staff will monitor his progress and determine when he is ready to resume play.
In the interim, the Angels will lean on bench depth and players who have stepped up in Soler’s absence. The team’s focus remains on staying competitive in the division and preparing for a postseason push should the record continue to improve.
This injury joins a series of health issues that have impacted the Angels’ roster this season. Management will keep fans informed about Soler’s status through official channels as the situation develops.
Soler, 34, is best known for his power‑hitting pedigree. He debuted with the Chicago Cubs in 2014, contributed to their 2016 World Series title, and has since played for the Kansas City Royals, Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, San Francisco Giants, and most recently the Angels. In 2019 he topped the American League in home runs, and in 2021 he earned the World Series Most Valuable Player award while with the Braves.
An oblique strain affects the abdominal external oblique muscle, the largest of the three flat abdominal muscles. The muscle is frequently stressed during the rotational motions required in batting and throwing. Under MLB injury‑list rules, a non‑concussion injury can be placed on the 10‑day IL, the shortest option available. A player must remain on the IL for a minimum of ten days but can stay longer if recovery takes more time.
The Angels currently have 26 players on their active roster, with a 40‑man roster that includes those on the 60‑day IL. Soler’s absence will be felt at the top of the lineup, where he has been a regular power threat. The team will likely call up a minor‑league player or activate someone previously on the 60‑day IL to fill the vacancy.
Los Angeles sits at 41‑23 overall and 21‑11 at home. The club faces the Houston Astros on Sunday night and the Minnesota Twins on Monday. Soler’s injury arrives at a juncture when the Angels are eager to maintain momentum in the American League West race.
The front office has not released a projected return date. The 10‑day IL designation makes Soler eligible to rejoin the active roster on or after July 15, assuming full recovery. The organization’s medical staff will monitor his progress and determine when he is ready to resume play.
In the interim, the Angels will lean on bench depth and players who have stepped up in Soler’s absence. The team’s focus remains on staying competitive in the division and preparing for a postseason push should the record continue to improve.
This injury joins a series of health issues that have impacted the Angels’ roster this season. Management will keep fans informed about Soler’s status through official channels as the situation develops.
