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Angels Urged to Trade Mike Trout Before His Early-Season Surge Fades
TL;DR
Mike Trout is having a standout start to the season, leading the AL with 30 runs and hitting 10 home runs. Experts suggest the Angels should trade him now while his value is high due to concerns over his contract.
Key points
- Mike Trout leads the AL with 30 runs.
- He has a .433 on-base percentage.
- Trout has hit 10 home runs in 24 games.
- Experts recommend trading him while his value is high.
- His contract is considered a major risk for the Angels.
Mike TroutLos Angeles AngelsNew York Mets
Los Angeles Angels outfielder Mike Trout is off to hot start this season. He is leading the American League with 30 runs, ranks second with a .433 on-base percentage and has hit the fifth-most home runs in the league this season with 10 in 24 games.
His early-season surge is the reason The Athletic’s Keith Law is urging the Angels to quickly trade the three-time AL Most Valuable Player.
“The Angels need to look into trading [Trout] right now, as his value will never be higher, and his contract is still a major risk for them,” Law wrote on Monday.
May 3, 2026; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout (27) looks on during the first inning against the New York Mets at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images
Which Teams Could the Angels Trade Trout To?
The biggest requirement for the Angels to justify trading Trout is getting top prospects or young MLB players in return. Law named the Philadelphia Phillies, Texas Rangers, San Francisco Giants and New York Yankees are the top fits for Trout.
Q&A
Why should the Angels trade Mike Trout now?
The Angels are advised to trade Mike Trout while his value is at its peak, as his contract poses a significant risk.
What are Mike Trout's current statistics this season?
Mike Trout leads the American League with 30 runs, has a .433 on-base percentage, and has hit 10 home runs in 24 games.
Who is urging the Angels to trade Mike Trout?
Keith Law from The Athletic is urging the Angels to consider trading Mike Trout immediately.
