The 2025 Angels' lineup has been lethal all season, with Zach Neto, Taylor Ward, Nolan Schanuel, Mike Trout and Co. all performing admirably. Despite his lingering knee injury, Trout has been able to contribute more than he has in the past due to his move to full-time DH. Moving into 2026, the Angels would be fools to try and move him back to the outfield...meaning there is literally no reason for Jorge Soler to remain on the roster.
The Angels owe Soler $13 million for 2026, as Jeff Fletcher of The OC Register reported, for what will be his age-34 season.