Mike Trout placed on 10-day IL with right hamstring strain

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a right hamstring strain, interrupting what had been a resurgent and healthy season for the three-time MVP. The team made the roster move official on Thursday, June 18, 2026, a day after Trout suffered the injury while running to first base during an 8-1 loss to the Arizona Diamondbacks in Phoenix.

Trout, 34, expressed optimism about a quick recovery, telling reporters that his condition had improved significantly overnight. "From last night to today, it's a night-and-day difference, so that's positive for me," Trout said. "I was a little worried last night... but feels way better today. I'm not overly concerned about it, but I'm going to do everything I can in that training room and the weight room to get back."

The injury marks the first significant setback of the 2026 campaign for Trout, who had appeared in 74 of the Angels' first 75 games. After several seasons plagued by various ailments, he had been enjoying a strong comeback, batting .234 with a .394 on-base percentage, 17 home runs, and an OPS of .866. His 54 runs scored led the American League and were tied for second in the majors. Trout...