Mike Trout nearly hit by own team in World Baseball Classic warmup game
Mike Trout nearly hit by pitch in exhibition game between Team USA and LA Angels.
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Mike Trout, the All-Star center fielder for the Los Angeles Angels, faced off against his own team on Thursday afternoon as he played for Team USA in their exhibition game. However, things got a little intense when Angels’ starter Tyler Anderson threw an inside pitch that spun Trout around, nearly hitting him.
The Angels’ manager, Phil Nevin, made it clear to his team that they should not be throwing anything inside to Trout. Nevin stated, “We’re not throwing anything into him at all.” Despite this, Anderson threw an inside pitch to Trout on just his second pitch, causing Team USA manager Mark DeRosa to question the Angels’ strategy.
Anderson later admitted that he knew throwing an inside pitch to Trout was not the best decision, saying, “I threw him that pitch up and in, and thought, I probably shouldn’t do that. It’s better to feed it over and let him do what he wants to do.”
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Mike Trout continues to shine in exhibition game
Despite the intense moment between Mike Trout and Anderson, Trout went on to have a strong showing in the exhibition game. He went 1-for-3 with a double, showing off his skills and why he is considered one of the best players in the game.
As the season approaches, it will be interesting to see how the Angels handle Trout and other star players during exhibition games and warmups. While it is important to keep players healthy and avoid injury, it is also important to give them valuable playing time and experience to prepare for the regular season.
Trout’s near-miss with an inside pitch during the exhibition game has sparked a conversation about the strategies and risks involved in playing star players against their own teams. However, Trout’s performance in the game also reminds us why he is considered one of the best in the game and what we can expect to see from him in the upcoming season.
Facing off against your own team is never an easy task, but Mike Trout handled it with grace and good humor. Despite nearly getting hit by a pitch from his own teammate, he remained composed and went on to have a successful game, showcasing his talent on the field.
While the Angels may have had a specific strategy in mind when it came to pitching to Trout, it’s clear that he is a force to be reckoned with no matter who is on the mound. As the season approaches, fans will be eagerly anticipating Trout’s performance as he continues to cement his status as one of the greatest players in the game today.
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