Mike Trout supports Angels' trade deadline decisions amid challenging season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 5, 2026, 12:20 AM
Last updated Aug 5, 2026
Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout expressed approval of the team's decision to undergo significant roster changes at the trade deadline. With the Angels struggling at 43-69, new GM John Mozeliak traded key players including Jose Soriano and Jo Adell, focusing on building for the future. Trout emphasized that the prior approach was ineffective and noted the importance of adapting. The organization retained players like Reid Detmers and Zach Neto, indicating a commitment to maintaining some core talent while reworking the team's structure. Manager Kurt Suzuki also expressed confidence in the new direction.
- •Angels traded Jose Soriano and Jo Adell at the deadline.
- •Trout has not seen postseason action since 2014.
- •New GM John Mozeliak emphasizes a different long-term strategy.
- •Reid Detmers and Zach Neto remain with the team.
- •Manager Suzuki is optimistic about future team direction.
- 12:20 AMYahoo Sports — Mike Trout commends Angels' step back at trade deadline: 'It's the right move'
"The Los Angeles Angels had a fire sale at MLB's trade deadline, but the moves came as little surprise to Mike Trout.
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