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Mike Trout injury update: Angels’ All-Star set to take crucial next step towards complete recovery, according to insider

Baseball — 07/22/2024

In preparation for his comeback, Mike Trout, the standout player for the Los Angeles Angels, may play against the Oakland Athletics. Due to a torn meniscus in his left knee that occurred back in April, Trout has missed the last 2.5 months of play.

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Since having surgery in May, he has been concentrating on getting better. Trout’s absence from the Angels for the full season was feared, but it appears that scenario has been avoided.

Trout, according to MLB.com’s Rhett Bollinger, is going to Arizona to see live pitching in the Florida Complex League. On Monday, he will also take part in the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees’ rehab assignment.

“Mike Trout (knee) is traveling to Arizona today to spend the next two days at the club’s Spring Training camp facing live pitching. On Monday, he is anticipated to begin his rehab assignment at Triple-A Salt Lake. Could make a comeback as soon as Thursday against the A’s at home,” Bollinger wrote. He might return by Thursday and play against the Oakland Athletics, if all goes according to plan. With their current 41-56 record, the Angels would really benefit from this.

It is anticipated that Trout’s presence will electrify Angel Stadium and inspire the club to produce a winning streak. Everything hinges on how well he performs on July 22 on the rehab assignment.

Mike Trout is upbeat about his health.

Mike Trout in the dugout during the game against the Kansas City Royals. Credits: IMAGN

Mike Trout, the outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels, is healing from a knee injury quite nicely. The three-time AL MVP recently switched from running on a treadmill to running outside, which is a positive step forward for his recovery schedule. On the field, he took part in soft toss drills as well.

Replacing game-like motions, though, will be the crucial test for Trout’s complete comeback. This will put his damaged knee to the test as it involves sprinting, making sudden direction changes, and navigating the bases. He was, nevertheless, very optimistic about his recuperation.

Trout declared, “I feel fantastic, I feel good, and I’m progressing the way I should be.” Getting outside and moving about is a better idea than being inside the cage and weight room. It all comes down to the running progression. It feels amazing to hit. I had no soreness at all after taking 30 strokes outside.