Career Timeline of Mike Trout: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Mike Trout built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Mike Trout is a highly decorated MLB outfielder for the Los Angeles Angels. Renowned as one of baseball's all-time greats and the best player of his generation, Trout boasts an impressive resume, including 11 All-Star selections, 3 AL MVP awards, and 9 Silver Slugger Awards. He captained Team USA in the 2023 World Baseball Classic and earned a spot on the All-World Baseball Classic Team, cementing his status as an elite player on the international stage as well.
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1983: Jeff Trout Drafted by Minnesota Twins
In 1983, Jeff Trout, Mike Trout's father, was drafted as a second baseman by the Minnesota Twins in the fifth round.
2009: MLB Draft and Professional Career
In 2009, the Angels selected Mike Trout in the MLB draft, and he started his professional career playing for the Arizona Angels and later the Cedar Rapids Kernels.
2009: Drafted by the Angels
In 2009, the Angels selected Mike Trout in the first round of the MLB draft, marking the beginning of his professional baseball career.
2010: All-Star Futures Game Selection and Promotion
In 2010, Mike Trout played for Cedar Rapids, was selected for the All-Star Futures Game, and was promoted to the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes.
July 8, 2011: Major League Debut
On July 8, 2011, Mike Trout was promoted to the Los Angeles Angels and made his major league debut, going 0-for-3.
August 1, 2011: Sent Back to Double-A Arkansas
On August 1, 2011, after hitting .163, Mike Trout was sent back to Double-A Arkansas.
August 19, 2011: Recalled by the Angels
On August 19, 2011, Mike Trout was recalled by the Angels and hit a home run in his first game back at Angel Stadium.
2011: Brief Major League Appearance
In 2011, Mike Trout made a brief major league appearance for the Angels before becoming a regular player.
2012: Return to the Majors
In 2012, Mike Trout began the season with the Salt Lake Bees and was brought up to the majors on April 28 to replace Bobby Abreu.
2012: MVP Second Place
In 2012, Mike Trout finished second in the voting for American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP).
2012: AL Rookie of the Year Award
In 2012, Mike Trout unanimously won the AL Rookie of the Year Award, recognizing his outstanding performance in his first full season.
2013: MVP Second Place
In 2013, Mike Trout finished second in the voting for American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP).
2014: AL MVP Award
In 2014, Mike Trout won his first American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award, marking a significant career milestone.
2015: MVP Second Place
In 2015, Mike Trout finished second in the voting for American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP).
2016: AL MVP Award
In 2016, Mike Trout secured his second American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award, further solidifying his status as a top player.
2018: MVP Second Place
In 2018, Mike Trout finished second in the voting for American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP).
2019: AL MVP Award
In 2019, Mike Trout achieved his third American League (AL) Most Valuable Player (MVP) Award, cementing his place among baseball's elite.
2019: Contract with the Angels
In 2019, Mike Trout signed a 12-year, $426 million contract with the Angels, marking one of the richest contracts in sports history.
2023: World Baseball Classic
In 2023, Mike Trout captained the United States national team during the World Baseball Classic and was named to the All-World Baseball Classic Team.
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