Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jorge Soler

Discover the career path of Jorge Soler, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.

Jorge Soler is a Cuban professional baseball outfielder and designated hitter currently playing for the Los Angeles Angels in MLB. Throughout his MLB career, he has played for several teams, including the Chicago Cubs, Kansas City Royals, Atlanta Braves, Miami Marlins, and San Francisco Giants. Soler is known for his power hitting and contributions to multiple teams, showcasing his adaptability and skill in professional baseball.

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2010: World Junior Baseball Championship

In 2010, Jorge Soler played for the Cuban national baseball team in the World Junior Baseball Championship, achieving a .304 batting average, .500 on-base percentage, and .522 slugging percentage, and Cuba won the bronze medal.

2011: Defection from Cuba

In 2011, Jorge Soler defected from Cuba to pursue a career in Major League Baseball (MLB). He then established residency in Haiti.

June 2, 2012: Declared MLB Free Agent

On June 2, 2012, Jorge Soler was unblocked by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, making him an MLB free agent.

June 11, 2012: Signed with Chicago Cubs

On June 11, 2012, Jorge Soler reportedly agreed to a nine-year $30 million contract with the Chicago Cubs.

July 22, 2014: Promotion to Iowa Cubs

On July 22, 2014, after playing for the Tennessee Smokies and batting .415/.494/.862, Jorge Soler was promoted to the Iowa Cubs.

August 25, 2014: Called Up to Chicago Cubs

On August 25, 2014, Jorge Soler was called up to the Chicago Cubs for the first time.

2014: MLB Debut

In 2014, Jorge Soler made his Major League Baseball (MLB) debut.

2015: Starting Right Fielder for the Cubs

In 2015, Jorge Soler was the starting right fielder for the Cubs, but was sidelined by an ankle injury in early June, before returning to the lineup on July 5.

2015: Postseason Debut and Record Setting Performance

In 2015, during his postseason debut, Jorge Soler reached base nine times in a row, with two home runs, a double, a single, and five walks. In Game 4, he made a game-saving outfield assist.

December 7, 2016: Traded to Kansas City Royals

On December 7, 2016, Jorge Soler was traded to the Kansas City Royals for Wade Davis.

2016: World Series win with the Cubs

In 2016, Jorge Soler won the World Series with the Chicago Cubs.

2016: Reduced Playing Time and World Series Appearance

In 2016, Jorge Soler's playing time with the Chicago Cubs decreased. He recorded a triple in Game 3 of the World Series against Bryan Shaw, and the Cubs won the 2016 World Series.

September 3, 2019: Kansas City's Record Holder

On September 3, 2019, Jorge Soler hit his 39th home run of the season, becoming Kansas City's record holder for most home runs in a single season.

2019: Led American League in Home Runs

In 2019, Jorge Soler led the American League in home runs.

2020: Pandemic-Shortened Season

During the 2020 pandemic-shortened season, Jorge Soler batted .228 with eight home runs and 24 RBIs.

July 30, 2021: Traded to Atlanta Braves

On July 30, 2021, Jorge Soler was traded to the Atlanta Braves for Kasey Kalich.

2021: Performance with Kansas City

At the beginning of the 2021 season with Kansas City, Jorge Soler batted .192/.288/.370.

2021: Performance with Royals and Braves

In 2021, Jorge Soler batted .223/.316/.432 with 27 home runs and 70 RBIs between the Royals and the Braves, averaging 423 feet per home run.

2021: World Series Performance and MVP Award

In 2021, Jorge Soler hit a leadoff home run in Game 1 of the World Series, a go-ahead home run in Game 4, and another home run in Game 6. He was named World Series MVP.

March 22, 2022: Signed with Miami Marlins

On March 22, 2022, Jorge Soler signed a three-year, $36 million contract with the Miami Marlins.

2022: Signed with the Marlins

Before the 2022 season, Jorge Soler signed with the Miami Marlins.

2023: All-Star Selection

In 2023, Jorge Soler earned his first All-Star selection.

2023: All-Star Selection and Contract Opt-Out

In 2023, Jorge Soler was named to the National League's roster for the MLB All-Star Game and later opted out of his contract, becoming a free agent. He batted .269 with 36 home runs and 75 RBI.

February 18, 2024: Signed with San Francisco Giants

On February 18, 2024, Jorge Soler signed a three-year, $42 million contract with the San Francisco Giants.

July 29, 2024: Traded to Atlanta Braves

On July 29, 2024, the Giants traded Jorge Soler and Luke Jackson to the Atlanta Braves in exchange for Tyler Matzek and Sabin Ceballos.

October 31, 2024: Traded to Los Angeles Angels

On October 31, 2024, Jorge Soler was traded to the Los Angeles Angels in exchange for Griffin Canning.

2024: Signed with the Giants, traded to Braves and then to Angels

In 2024, Jorge Soler signed with the San Francisco Giants and began the season as their designated hitter. Later in the 2024 season, the Giants traded Soler to the Braves, who then traded him to the Los Angeles Angels.