Overview
- Trout told manager Kurt Suzuki and GM Perry Minasian he prefers center field, and the Angels are open to trying it while also testing him at all three outfield spots this spring.
- He reported his knee bone bruise from 2025 has healed and said he dropped five to six pounds in the offseason, noting he finished last year with five homers in his final seven games after a mechanical tweak.
- Trout said right field felt like more running and that he feels most comfortable in center, though he remains willing to play corners or DH when needed.
- If Trout handles center, the Angels can shift Jo Adell to right and Josh Lowe to left, with Bryce Teodosio and non-roster invitee José Siri vying for a backup center-field role.
- Trout confirmed he will not play for Team USA in the World Baseball Classic because he could not obtain insurance, calling the outcome disappointing.