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Mike Trout Back in Center Field at Angels Camp for 2026 Return

The three-time MVP will be tested at all three outfield spots in spring training to gauge workload.

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Sep 28, 2025; Anaheim, California, USA; Los Angeles Angels designated hitter Mike Trout (27) runs after hitting a home run during the first inning against the Houston Astros at Angel Stadium. Mandatory Credit: William Liang-Imagn Images

Overview

  • MLB posted video of Trout taking reps in center at Angels camp as the team begins evaluating him there this spring.
  • Trout informed manager Kurt Suzuki and GM Perry Minasian he prefers center field, and they support giving him work there and in the corners.
  • In 2025 he played 22 games in right and 106 at DH, finishing at .232/.359/.439 with a full-season low .797 OPS.
  • Trout says center feels easier on his body than the corners, reports a fully healed knee, and expects occasional DH days.
  • A move back up the middle would align Jo Adell and Josh Lowe in the corners with Jorge Soler mostly at DH, and Trout will skip the WBC due to insurance issues.