Height
6'1"
Weight
235 lbs
Age
34
College
N/A
Draft
2009, Rd 1, #25
Experience
15 yrs
Bats/Throws
R/R
Fan Verdict
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Career StatsA-
| Year | Team | GP | AVG | HR | RBI | OPS | SB | H |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Career |  | 1659 | 0.29342216 | 406 | 1021 | 0.9753678 | 216 | 1762 |
Current Contract
Length
12 years
Total Value
$426.5M
Guaranteed
$255.9M
AAV
$35.5M/yr
Contract Value Index (CVI)
Mike Trout's 12-year, $426M extension ($35.5M AAV) with the Angels earns an F CVI grade, representing one of baseball's most problematic superstar contracts. While Trout remains an above-average starter when healthy, the three-time MVP has played just 36 games over the past two seasons due to recurring injuries, making his astronomical salary cap hit a franchise-crippling albatross. The Angels locked themselves into paying elite money for what's become part-time production from a player who'll be 39 when this deal expires, severely limiting their flexibility to build around him during what should be his prime years. At $35.5M annually, Trout needs to deliver 6+ WAR seasons consistently to justify the investment, but his injury history and declining availability suggest those days are likely behind him. The contract's structure leaves the Angels paying premium dollars for a player who's become more valuable in name recognition than on-field impact, essentially handcuffing the organization's ability to construct a competitive roster around aging superstars like Trout and Anthony Rendon. This F CVI reflects the harsh reality that even generational talents can become financial liabilities when health becomes unreliable and organizational planning goes awry.
Fan & Media Sentiment
Mike Trout, a right fielder for the Angels, carries positive public sentiment based on their elite production. His A+ performance grade positions him among the elite at the right fielder position. His accolades include 2x All-Star, Silver Slugger, Silver Slugger, Silver Slugger, adding to his standing and public recognition. On a contract worth $35.5M/year, the hefty investment brings heightened scrutiny and sky-high expectations from the fanbase. Fan perception is broadly favorable, with supporters recognizing his consistent contributions and growing confidence in his trajectory. At 34, he is in the veteran phase of his career where sustained health and consistency will determine how fans and analysts judge his remaining value.
Recent Games
| Date | OPP | Result | AB | H | R | HR | RBI | BB | SO |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, 4/10 | @ CIN | W 10-2 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wed, 4/8 | vs ATL | L 2-8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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