Star Outfielder Mike Trout Slowly Progressing in Injury Rehab

Los Angeles Angels star outfielder Mike Trout is making gradual progress in his recovery from a torn meniscus in his left knee, an injury he sustained on April 29 against the Phillies. Despite his hopes for a quicker recovery, the process has been slower than anticipated.

“It’s getting there. It’s obviously slower than I thought, but it’s my first time with a knee injury,” Trout said. “Just trusting the process and taking it day by day.”

Trout provided an update on his condition before the Angels’ 6-3 loss to the Brewers on Tuesday. He mentioned that while he isn’t running yet, he has started jogging and using an elliptical and stationary bike. He aims to begin baseball activities soon but needs to regain strength in his knee first.

The challenge for Trout has been finding exercises that don’t aggravate his knee. He has been dealing with general soreness and pain, common after such surgery, and is learning to differentiate between normal and abnormal pain.

There is no official timeline for Trout’s return, but players with similar injuries typically come back within four to six weeks. Trout is currently at that mark but doesn’t seem close to returning to the field.

“I’ve talked to a lot of people that went through this,” Trout said. “There’s going to be aches and pains when I come back. It’s going to slowly get better.”

“I’ve learned from the past. I’m taking it day by day,” Trout said. “I just need to make sure it’s right. I kind of went through it last year when I tried to rush back.”