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Trout Aims to Reclaim Center Field for Angels
sports12 days ago

Trout Aims to Reclaim Center Field for Angels

Angels star Mike Trout said he intends to play center field primarily this season, with club leadership on the same page, though he’ll split time in the corners during spring training. The 34-year-old veteran, coming off a knee-related year and not appearing in center last season, argues center is less taxing and wants the bulk of his playing time there, while also DHing occasionally. His five-year, $360 million extension and durability questions remain in play as he eyes a full season health-wise.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#center-field#los-angeles-angels#mike-trout
Trout Eyes Center Field Return as Angels Consider Position Shift
sports12 days ago

Trout Eyes Center Field Return as Angels Consider Position Shift

Mike Trout indicated he would prefer to play center field again in 2026, a move he has discussed with Angels manager Kurt Suzuki. He says center field is more comfortable and less taxing on his body than DH or right field, a key consideration after a string of injuries that kept him from a full season since 2020. With Taylor Ward traded away, the Angels have outfield options like Jo Adell, Jorge Soler and Josh Lowe, but Trout’s health and performance will be crucial as the team, coming off a last-place finish in 2025, reassesses its roster.

via New York Post|
#center-field#injuries#los-angeles-angels
Five MLB Stars Poised for Major 2026 Comebacks
sports29 days ago

Five MLB Stars Poised for Major 2026 Comebacks

With spring training looming, five players—Oneil Cruz, Spencer Strider, Mike Trout, Jake Burger and Teoscar Hernandez—are highlighted as bounce-back candidates for 2026. Cruz posted elite contact metrics but a .200 average and high strikeout rate in 2025, suggesting a luck-based rebound and continued tool-based potential; Strider must rebuild after elbow surgery by embracing a more diverse pitch mix to restore strikeout and run-prevention levels; Trout, healthier than last year and with a mechanics tweak behind him, could return to MVP-caliber production; Burger can regain power by readjusting his swing geography and pull strategy; Hernandez, aided by more selective hitting on a loaded Dodgers roster, could reclaim higher offensive impact. Spring training is just weeks away.

via Sports Illustrated|
#jake-burger#mike-trout#oneil-cruz
Mike Trout Testifies About Teammate Tyler Skaggs' Overdose and Drug Issues
sports4 months ago

Mike Trout Testifies About Teammate Tyler Skaggs' Overdose and Drug Issues

Mike Trout testified that he knew Eric Kay had a drug problem but was unaware of Tyler Skaggs' drug use before Skaggs' death in 2019 due to a drug overdose involving fentanyl and alcohol. Trout described Skaggs as a beloved teammate and friend, and the trial revealed details about the circumstances leading to Skaggs' tragic death, with ongoing legal actions against the Angels.

via Los Angeles Times|
#angels#drug-overdose#eric-kay
Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Case
sports4 months ago

Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Case

Mike Trout testified in a wrongful death trial, describing his friendship with Tyler Skaggs and his suspicions about team employee Eric Kay's drug problem, which contributed to Skaggs' overdose death in 2019. Trout noted Kay's erratic behavior and suspected drug use but denied knowing about any distribution to players. The trial centers on whether the Angels were responsible for failing to act on Kay's known drug issues, which led to Skaggs' tragic death.

via New York Post|
#angels#drug-overdose#mike-trout
Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Lawsuit
sports4 months ago

Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Lawsuit

MLB star Mike Trout testified in a California civil trial that he considered Tyler Skaggs like a brother and did not notice signs of drug use before Skaggs's overdose death in 2019, which is part of a lawsuit alleging the Angels' negligence in providing drugs to players. The trial also involves details about Skaggs's drug use, the team's responsibility, and the criminal conviction of Eric Kay for supplying fentanyl-laced pills.

via The Guardian|
#lawsuit#mike-trout#mlb
Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Lawsuit
sports4 months ago

Mike Trout Testifies in Tyler Skaggs Overdose Lawsuit

Mike Trout testified that he was alerted to Eric Kay's possible drug abuse before Tyler Skaggs' death and confronted Kay about it, as part of a lawsuit alleging the Angels' negligence contributed to Skaggs' overdose. Trout's emotional testimony highlighted concerns about drug use within the team, with the case bringing attention to team oversight and responsibility.

via ESPN|
#angels#drug-abuse#eric-kay
Mike Trout Reaches 1,000 RBIs, Eyes Philadelphia Move
sports7 months ago

Mike Trout Reaches 1,000 RBIs, Eyes Philadelphia Move

Mike Trout, a star player for the Los Angeles Angels, expressed a desire to play in Philadelphia next season, especially with the 2026 All-Star Game being hosted there, but not for the Phillies. Despite recent injuries, Trout has been performing well and is a strong candidate to participate in the All-Star Game again if he stays healthy. His motivation is heightened by the upcoming All-Star event in Philadelphia and his ongoing pursuit of excellence in MLB.

via Sports Illustrated|
#all-star-game#angels#mike-trout
José Abreu Reflects on Demotion as He Prepares to Rejoin Astros
sports1 year ago

José Abreu Reflects on Demotion as He Prepares to Rejoin Astros

The Houston Astros are set to welcome back first baseman Jose Abreu, who has shown improvement in the minors after a rough start to the season. Meanwhile, pitcher Jose Urquidy faces a setback with forearm discomfort. Angels' Mike Trout is optimistic about his recovery from meniscus surgery, and the Athletics' Austin Adams is day-to-day with neck tightness but has been performing well this season.

via MLB Trade Rumors|
#austin-adams#houston-astros#jose-abreu
"Mike Trout's Resurgence: Revitalizing the Angels in 2024"
sports1 year ago

"Mike Trout's Resurgence: Revitalizing the Angels in 2024"

Los Angeles Angels' star player Mike Trout remains committed to winning with the team despite years of playoff-less seasons and recent departures of key players. Trout's loyalty to the Angels stems from his upbringing and desire to emulate Derek Jeter's one-team legacy. Despite the team's recent struggles and Trout's own injuries, he is determined to lead the Angels to success and has shown renewed intensity and focus in the current season.

via ESPN|
#commitment#los-angeles-angels#loyalty
"Rangers' Top Prospect Justin Foscue Promoted Despite Josh Jung's Injury"
sports-baseball1 year ago

"Rangers' Top Prospect Justin Foscue Promoted Despite Josh Jung's Injury"

Josh Jung of the Texas Rangers had a strong hitting performance with a three-run home run and a stolen base before leaving the game with a fractured wrist, while Kyle Tucker, Mike Trout, and others also had standout performances in Monday's games. Spencer Steer, Brendan Donovan, Teoscar Hernández, Jarren Duran, and Jordan Westburg also made notable contributions at the plate, with Connor Joe and Christopher Morel showcasing their hitting abilities as well.

via Pitcher List|
#fantasy-baseball#hitting-recap#josh-jung