Los Angeles Angels Unlikely to Trade Mike Trout Despite Struggles The Los Angeles Angels, currently languishing at the bottom of the MLB standings with one of the worst farm systems in the league, are not expected to trade star player Mike Trout before the trade deadline. Despite their poor performance this season, owner Arte Moreno has shown no willingness to move Trout, a decision that has surprised many analysts and fans. This stance mirrors Moreno’s approach in 2023, when the team faced similar challenges. At that time, the Angels were trying to decide whether to trade Shohei Ohtani, who was set to become a free agent at the end of the year. However, Moreno reacted angrily in July 2022 when the front office proposed trading Ohtani, setting a precedent that continued through the 2023 season. Even though the Angels made Ohtani available, no serious trade discussions materialized. The 2023 season was a turning point for the Angels, as they finished with a respectable 56-51 record and remained within four games of a playoff spot. This contrast highlights the current situation, as the team now shares the worst record in MLB with the Colorado Rockies at 24-39. The Angels’ farm system is also ranked third-worst in the league, further complicating their rebuilding efforts. Trout, who has been a cornerstone of the team’s success, is not the same caliber player as Ohtani was in 2023. However, his current contract includes four more years and $148.5 million in guaranteed salary, making him a difficult asset to trade. Despite the Angels’ struggles, Trout has remained healthy and is having one of his best seasons in recent years. He is hitting .240 with a .411 on-base percentage and .479 slugging average, tallying 14 home runs in 62 games.#shohei_ohtani #mlb #mike_trout #los_angeles_angels #arte_moreno
