The head athletic trainer of the Los Angeles Angels, based in Kansas City, Kansas, revealed on Wednesday that Mike Trout, a three-time American League MVP, had a “rare” spinal condition that could potentially affect his career. Trout expressed his gratitude for all the support he received.
Despite Trout thinking the entire situation was exaggerated.
After the Angels were beaten 0-4 by the Kansas City Royals to clinch their first win series in nearly a month, Trout said, “I think it meant that I have to stay on top of the routine and do it on a daily basis to keep coming back.”
“I’m grateful for all the prayer solicitations, but my professional journey is not finished.”
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The 10-time All-Star left the game against Houston with a rib cage inflammation, which was later diagnosed as a back spasms injury.
On Wednesday, Mike Forstad, the athletic trainer for the Angels, disclosed that it is a uncommon spinal condition.
Frostad stated, “At present, he has a rather uncommon ailment in his back.” “According to him, Dr. Robert Watkins III, who is renowned as one of the most prominent experts in spinal surgery nationally, if not globally, encounters very few cases like this,” he explained.
However, this physician has not witnessed a significant amount of it. There are numerous factors that can exacerbate the condition. Moreover, when it occurs in a baseball athlete, we must acknowledge the physical strain they endure from regular hitting and swinging, as well as playing in the outfield where they dive for balls and collide with walls.
Trout grinned while contemplating the ridiculousness of the exaggerated responses he had been witnessing on the internet following Frostad’s remarks.
He said, “Throughout his career, my phone kept blowing up and I got it back.” It’s just rare for a baseball player. I just have to stay on top of it.
He stated, “Although every intention is to go back this year,” he said, “we will go from there,” he has a follow-up visit scheduled for next week. Trout has already started producing results after receiving a cortisone injection last week.
“Certainly,” he stated. “That is my objective.”
The Angels have not had any conversations about ending his participation.
Frostad stated, “I don’t think we’re at a point where we’re making a decision.” Once we have a follow-up here, we’ll see what the doctor thinks and just go back from there.
In what has been a dismal season for the Angels, Trout has been enjoying a nice season-back bounce after being limited to just 36 games last season due to a calf injury. He was hitting .270 with 24 homers and 79 RBIs through 79 games. He is currently the second-highest paid player in the game, earning $37.1 million.
Angels interim manager Phil Nevin expressed, “He has been an exceptional teammate.” “For many young players, he undoubtedly serves as a valuable resource in the dugout, offering assistance to his teammates. I am certain that his presence and support mean a lot to the younger players.”
This report was made possible with the contribution of The Associated Press.