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Jorge Soler is a Cuban professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter who currently plays for the Los Angeles Angels in Major League Baseball (MLB) ⁶. He is known for his powerful hitting and has had a career marked by significant home run totals.

Early Life and Career

Born Jorge Carlos Soler Castillo on February 25, 1992, Soler's father, Jorge Sr., was a baker ⁶⁸. His family, while not wealthy, lived comfortably in Cuba ⁸. His father encouraged him to pursue his baseball dreams, leading to his defection from Cuba to start his MLB career ⁸.

MLB Career Highlights and Statistics

Soler's MLB career has seen him play for several teams. He was activated by the Miami Marlins on March 22, 2022 ¹. Prior to that, he was activated by the Atlanta Braves from the 10-day injured list on October 21, 2021 ¹. He elected free agency on November 3, 2021 ¹.

As of the current season, Jorge Soler has a batting average of .200, with a career average of .238 ⁴. His career has shown variability, with notable performances such as hitting 48 home runs in 2019, contrasted with periods of lower performance ⁵.

Current Status and Contract

Jorge Soler is currently serving as the designated hitter for the Los Angeles Angels ²⁶. He is batting out of the cleanup spot ².

Financially, Jorge Soler earns $16,000,000.00 this year. His current contract is a 3-year deal worth $42 million, covering the years 2024-2026 ⁴.