Angels OF Jorge Soler Placed on IL with Lower Back Inflammation

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Jorge Soler has been placed on the 10-day injured list due to lower back inflammation. The 33-year-old has been managing back soreness in recent weeks, prompting the Angels to provide him with an extended chance to rest. Soler, the 2021 World Series MVP, is batting .215 with 12 homers and 34 RBIs in his first season with the Angels, with LaMonte Wade Jr. slated to play right field in his absence.