Jorge Soler’s potential has never been questioned. His hustle has, his mindset has, but never his potential. This was enough for the Royals to pull the trigger and trade closer Wade Davis for him ahead of the 2017 season. Looking back on Soler’s campaign, it’s safe to say the Cubs won round one of the trade. After an offseason full of changes and optimism, can Soler put it all together in 2018?
If you haven’t read my Kings of Kauffman season preview for Whit Merrifield, I highly recommend it. Each article will have a link to a previous season preview in the first main body paragraph: just click on the player’s name.