Mike Trout Stats

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout was ready to represent Team USA in Monday's 12-1 World Baseball Classic win over Team Canada, going 1-for-2 with a three-run home run and two walks. Trout lined a low first-inning fastball just over the center-field fence to put Team USA ahead 9-0. The 31-year-old traded average for power in 2022, slashing .283/.369/.630 with 40 HR and 80 RBI in 499 plate appearances. Trout still remains one of baseball's best hitters, but injuries have limited his overall fantasy value over the past several seasons. He clearly is one of fantasy baseball's best options on an at-bat-by-at-bat appearance, but questions on his total playing time have dropped his average draft position to 20th overall. Despite this, Trout is still a strong early draft option in a relatively shallow position.

16 days ago

Los Angeles Angels superstar outfielder Mike Trout entered spring training feeling healthy, and he also senses the urgency for the organization with two-way superstar Shohei Ohtani set to become a free agent after the 2023 season. "This has got to be the year," Trout said. "It's got to be." Trout dealt with back issues last year, but he has declared himself past the injury. "I feel great," said Trout, now 31. "Obviously you get some aches and pains you didn't get when you were 20, but you get in the training room and get treatment. The back's fine. That was another freak thing. It's over now." Trout was a 6.3 WAR player with a .999 OPS in 2022 despite missing 43 games. The 31-year-old is no longer in consideration for the No. 1 overall pick in fantasy drafts, but he shouldn't be far behind if he's healthy.

over 1 month ago

Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout (back) said his back has been a "non-issue" for the last four months and it hasn't factored into his offseason much at all. That's excellent news for the Angels and fantasy managers as we approach the start of spring training. The 31-year-old played in only 119 games last season due to a condition called costovertebral dysfunction, which could be a long-term issue for him. The good news is that he was able to return to finish the 2022 campaign and hit .283/.369/.630 with a .999 OPS, 40 home runs, 80 RBI, 85 runs scored and one stolen base when it was all said and done. As long as he's healthy heading into the 2023 season, Trout will be a costly fantasy selection, but he now has much more risk than ever before if his back injury resurfaces.

over 2 months ago