Soler on a Power Surge, Chasers Return June 22

"Soler Power" has been on full display with Omaha since June 5, with Storm Chasers outfielder Jorge Soler crushing seven home runs in his ten games since joining the club from Kansas City. That includes a legendary two-homer game on June 11, during which he smashed a game-tying ninth inning longball, following by a walk-off grand slam one frame later. He also drove in six runs in that contest, a single-game career-high.

Soler had been with the Storm Chasers earlier this season as part of a Major League Rehab Assignment. In 11 games from April 21-May 4 he hit .308 (12-39) with three runs, three homers and seven RBI. He returned to the Royals on May 4, however, with the emergence of rookie outfielder Jorge Bonifacio , Soler was sent to Omaha to get every day at-bats.
Since beginning his second stint of 2017 with Omaha on June 5, Soler has posted a .243 average (9-37), adding nine runs, one double, seven homers and 17 RBI, along with seven walks in just ten games. Eight of his nine hits have gone for extra bases, including those seven big flies.
In the time period between June 5-15, no player in Minor League Baseball has more home runs or RBI than Soler. His 17 runs driven in are the most of any player, while only Round Rock's Drew Robinson has matched Soler's seven shots in that span. Soler's .838 slugging percentage also ranks tied for sixth in the Pacific Coast League. It only took 18 games for him to also become Omaha's top home run hitter.
"He's gotten himself to a point where his bat speed is back and he's taking some good swings," Storm Chasers manager Brian Poldberg told the Omaha World-Herald's Tony Boone after Soler's two-homer game. "He's still going to have strikeouts. That's the type of hitter he is. But when he does hit it, it has a chance to do some big things."
Storm Chasers' fans' next chance to see Soler will likely be during the team's upcoming four-game homestand with the Memphis Redbirds between June 22-25. See below for the promotional highlights for that series.
Thursday, June 22 (7:05pm) vs. Memphis Redbirds

• Thirsty Thursday: The weekend starts off early with Thirsty Thursday! Bud, Bud Light and Busch Light cans will be available for the low price of just $2, in addition to select $2 draft beers and $1 Pepsi fountain drinks.

Friday, June 23 (7:05pm) vs. Memphis Redbirds

• Hy-Vee Friday Fireworks: The weekend starts with a bang, thanks to a post-game fireworks show extravaganza presented by Hy-Vee.
• Boy Scout Night: In addition to a pre-game on-field parade, scouts who have pre-registered will have the chance to camp out overnight on the Werner Park field, which includes a post-game movie.

Saturday, June 24 (7:05pm) vs. Memphis Redbirds

• Alex Gordon Superhero Bobblehead presented by ParentSavvy.com: the first 1,500 fans through the gates will receive an Alex Gordon Superhero Bobblehead thanks to ParentSavvy.com! Gates open at 6:00pm that evening, with parking lots opening starting at 5:00pm.
• Superhero Night presented by ParentSavvy.com: Wonder Woman, Spiderman, Captain America and Iron Man will fly into Werner Park and roaming the concourse, with fans able to get pictures and interact with some of their favorite superheroes.
• Post-Game Fireworks Show presented by Hy-Vee: following the contest, the skies will ignite with a special Saturday edition of Hy-Vee Friday Fireworks! The post-game spectacular was originally scheduled for Friday, May 19 but was moved to June 24 due to inclement weather.

Sunday, June 25 (2:05pm) vs. Memphis Redbirds

• Pre-Game On-Field Catch: gates will open one hour and 15 minutes before first pitch, with fans able to play catch on the Werner Park field for approximately 30 minutes. Baseballs will be provided, if necessary, while fans are encouraged to bring their gloves.
• U.S. Bank Family FUNday: Clowns and balloon artists will be out on the concourse for U.S. Bank Family FUNday, with Wildlife Encounters also at the ballpark.
• Hy-Vee Canned Food Sundays: Fans who bring two Hy-Vee branded canned food items will receive a free McDonald's Berm Ticket for that day's game. The items will be donated to Heartland Hope Mission.
• Hardee's Kids Run The Bases: Kids ten and under will be able to run the same bases as Storm Chasers players following Sunday's game, with Parentsavvy.com Lil' Chasers Members able to be first in line.
• Pirates Day: Avast ye landlubbers! This afternoon be the perfect fixin' for your inner pirate. Jake The Pirate & Captain Hook are scheduled to be on hand to pose for pictures, while fans will also be able to make their own Storm Chasers Pirate Hat!

Single game tickets for all remaining Storm Chasers home contests are still available, and can be purchased online at www.omahastormchasers.com, or by calling the Werner Park Ticket Office from noon until 6:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at (402) 738-5100. For ticket office hours on gamedays, please click here: http://atmilb.com/2oEeeYF.