Angels Reinstate Outfielder Jorge Soler From Injured List For Braves Series

The Los Angeles Angels reinstated outfielder Jorge Soler from the injured list ahead of their game against the Atlanta Braves, marking his return as the team's primary right fielder. Soler had been sidelined since June 18 due to lower-back inflammation and was activated after a minimum 10-day absence. Despite a modest .207 batting average with eight home runs and 26 RBIs this season, Soler is expected to fill the right field role regularly, especially as Mike Trout remains limited to designated hitter duties. The Angels optioned utility player Scott Kingery to Triple-A Salt Lake to make room for Soler on the roster. Concurrently, the Braves adjusted their starting rotation, moving Grant Holmes to the Tuesday opener and postponing rookie Didier Fuentes' start to Wednesday. This series marks a notable reunion as Soler faces his former team, the Braves, whom he was traded from on October 31, 2024.