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Angels' Mike Trout: 'Huge Relief' MRI on Knee Came Back Clean amid Injury Recovery

Zach Bachar

An MRI on Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout's left knee came back clean, according to The Associated Press (h/t ESPN).

"It's a huge relief for me," Trout said on Friday, revealing that he's dealing with scar tissue buildup and inflammation.

The three-time American League MVP added that he could resume running and baseball activities "any day now."

Trout hasn't appeared in a game since April 29 after suffering a torn meniscus that required surgery.

As Trout progressed through his recovery, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com initially reported on July 20 that the 32-year-old could return to the majors "as soon as Thursday."

However, the 11-time All-Star suffered a setback in the first game of his rehab assignment as a member of the Triple-A Salt Lake Bees. Trout played just two innings before he was removed from the game after experiencing soreness in his left knee.

The Angels later announced that he would return to Southern California for further evaluation.

Injuries have slowed down Trout in recent years, as he only surpassed 100 games played in one of the past four seasons. He was limited to just 82 appearances in 2023 due to a wrist issue and suited up in a mere 36 contests in 2021 after suffering a torn right calf.

While Trout started off his 2024 campaign with a relatively low .220 batting average, he was still showcasing his power at the plate on a nightly basis. He racked up 10 home runs and 14 RBIs through 29 games, adding six steals.

Although the Angels' postseason chances are slim as they sit 11 games back from the final AL wild card spot, Trout's potential return could add some power to a lineup that ranks No. 25 in OPS among all MLB teams.

   

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