The Los Angeles Angels have announced that star center fielder Mike Trout will miss the remainder of the 2024 season after suffering another torn meniscus in his knee. Trout, who had been on a minor league rehab assignment after undergoing surgery earlier in the year, experienced a setback during a Triple-A game and will now be sidelined for the rest of the season. This is the latest in a series of injuries that have kept Trout off the field for significant portions of the past four seasons.
Trout, who will turn 33 next week, has been plagued by injuries in recent years, including a strained calf, back injury, and fractured hamate bone. Despite these setbacks, Trout has consistently been one of the best players in the league, with a career batting average of .299, 378 home runs, and 954 RBIs in 14 seasons with the Angels. He signed a 12-year, $426.5 million contract extension in 2019 and has expressed a strong desire to bring a championship to Anaheim.
While the Angels were not in playoff contention this season, Trout’s absence is a significant blow to the team and its loyal fan base. Despite their struggles on the field, the Angels have maintained decent attendance numbers, with an average of 30,063 fans at Angel Stadium this year. Trout’s return was a source of hope for fans, who were eager to see him back in action and potentially help the team turn its fortunes around.
Trout’s commitment to the Angels and his desire to win a championship with the team have been unwavering, despite the challenges he has faced with injuries in recent seasons. While some players might consider waiving their no-trade clauses to join a contender, Trout has remained loyal to the Angels and focused on achieving success with the team. His absence for the remainder of the season will be disappointing for fans who were hoping to see him back on the field and making an impact.
The Angels will now have to adjust their roster and game plan for the rest of the season without Trout, who has been a key player for the team since his debut in 2012. His absence will create opportunities for other players to step up and fill the void left by his injury. The team will need to rally together and finish the season strong, despite the setback of losing their star player.
As Trout begins the recovery process and looks ahead to the next season, fans will have to wait to see when he will be back on the field and contributing to the team’s success. While his absence is a setback for the Angels, Trout’s determination and commitment to the team suggest that he will do everything possible to return to form and help lead the team to victory in the future. In the meantime, fans will continue to support the team and look forward to seeing Trout back in action when he is fully recovered.
