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Trout has been staying in shape during the MLB hiatus in part by getting work in at a Little League field near his home in New Jersey, Mike Oz of Yahoo Sports reports.

Trout indicated that he has been working out every day, though he hasn't done much hitting. He also explained that he spent about a month "working hard like the offseason" and is now "transitioning into getting ready for the season." If a 2020 campaign takes place, expect Trout to once again put up MVP-caliber numbers while hitting in the heart of an improved Angels offense.

Trout went 1-for-3 with a three-run homer in Friday's Cactus League game against Kansas City.

Trout smoked the long ball to deep left field in the third inning off right-hander Jorge Lopez. It figures to be the first of many balls Trout will punish in 2020 as he vies for another MVP award. Trout is 5-for-15 this spring.

Trout was hit by a pitch twice in Wednesday's Cactus League game against the Mariners.

Given Trout's status as arguably the best player in the game, taking two pitches to the body -- including one to the knee -- is understandably cause for concern. However, per Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register, Trout insisted after the game that he is "fine." The superstar flied out in his other plate appearance and is hitting .333 this spring.

Trout (foot) will bat second and play center field Tuesday against the Reds.

Trout underwent foot surgery in mid-September and didn't play in the Angels' first two spring games. He should still have plenty of time to get ready for the start of the regular season with Opening Day just over a month away. The three-time MVP's health is pretty much the only question surrounding him heading into the season, as he hasn't played more than 140 games in a season since 2016.

Trout (foot) will be in the lineup for Tuesday's Cactus League game against the Reds, Rhett Bollinger of MLB.com reports.

The three-time and reigning American League MVP underwent surgery on his right foot in September, but it won't impact his preparation in Arizona, as expected. Trout finished 2019 with a 1.083 OPS, 45 home runs, 104 RBI and 11 stolen bases in 134 games. New manager Joe Maddon said last week it's possible he utilizes his center fielder out of the leadoff spot, though the skipper hasn't made any lineup decisions at this point.

Angels manager Joe Maddon said Thursday that he hasn't ruled out deploying Trout (foot) as the club's leadoff hitter this season, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports. "It's in the playbook," Maddon said, though he noted that he yet to decide on lineup spots for any of his hitters at this point.

Trout hasn't been a fixture in the leadoff spot since his rookie season in 2012, with former skippers Mike Scioscia and Brad Ausmus using the outfielder almost exclusively out of the Nos. 2 and 3 spots over the past seven years. The safe money is on that pattern holding once Opening Day arrives, though it's worth noting that during his tenure with the Cubs, Maddon frequently used one of his top power hitters in Anthony Rizzo atop the order. Trout's superior speed and on-base skills would seemingly make him an even more natural fit than Rizzo as a leadoff man, so it wouldn't be surprising if Maddon at least experiments with the 28-year-old in a table-setting role during Cactus League action. No matter where he slots in the batting order come the start of the season, Trout looks like he'll be a consensus top-three selection in fantasy drafts, provided he's fully healthy after undergoing surgery on his right foot last September.

Trout stated that his right foot is 100 percent after surgery and that he expects to resume baseball activities in the near future, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Trout went under the knife at the beginning of September due to a foot injury, and his rehab has been progressing nicely to this point. Shortly after winning the AL MVP, he noted that his foot feels 100 percent. Assuming all goes well over the offseason, the expectation is that Trout will be ready to roll for the start of spring training.

Trout (foot) was named the 2019 American League Most Valuable Player on Thursday.

Trout won the award for the third time in his career by receiving 17 first-place votes, narrowly beating out Alex Bregman, who had 13 first-place votes. The 28-year-old recorded a 1.083 OPS with a career-high 45 home runs despite missing the second half of September with a foot injury that is not expected to affect his availability for spring training.

Trout's rehab from foot surgery went smoothly, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

Trout's season ended in early September due to a foot issue, and he underwent a procedure to remove a neuroma late in the month. After a setback-free rehab, it doesn't appear as though he'll be affected by the time spring training begins.

Trout reported feeling good after undergoing surgery Friday to have a neuroma removed from his right foot, Richard Justice of MLB.com reports.

Trout has already been ruled out for the rest of the season after opting for surgery when less-invasive procedures to quell the pain in his foot were not effective. He'll be in a walking sandal for about two weeks until stitches are removed and should be fully recovered by the time spring training comes around next season.

Trout will undergo surgery on his injured foot Friday, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Trout has already been ruled out for the season, but it was not exactly clear when he would go under the knife until now. Expect the Angels to provide a timeline for Trout's recovery once Friday's procedure has been completed.

Trout (toe) is scheduled to undergo season-ending surgery later this week to remove the Morton's neuroma in his right foot.

After being shut down for more than a week with the toe injury, Trout was hopeful to return to the lineup Sunday against the Rangers, but those plans were nixed when he continued to experience pain during an on-field workout. Trout, who previously underwent a minor procedure a few days ago on his toe, will presumably undergo a more complex surgery to rid himself of the issue once and for all. The Angels won't have a timeline for Trout's return to action until after surgery is completed, but it seems highly likely that his season is over. Assuming that's the case, he'll wrap up another MVP-worthy campaign with a .291/.438/.645 slash line, a career-high 45 home runs, 104 RBI, 110 runs and 11 steals in 134 games.

Trout is scheduled to undergo surgery later this week to remove the Morton's neuroma in his right foot.

After being shut down for more than a week with the toe injury, Trout was hopeful to return to the lineup Sunday against the Rangers, but those plans were nixed when he continued to experience pain during an on-field workout. Trout, who previously underwent a minor procedure a few days ago on his toe, will presumably undergo a more complex surgery to rid himself of the issue once and for all. The Angels won't have a timeline for Trout's return to action until after surgery is completed, but it seems highly likely that his season is over. Assuming that's the case, he'll wrap up another MVP-worthy campaign with a .291/.438/.645 slash line, a career-high 45 home runs, 104 RBI, 110 runs and 11 steals in 134 games.

Trout (toe) is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Rays.

Trout hasn't played since Sept. 7 while recovering from a right toe injury for which he required a minor procedure, but the eight-time All-Star was pushing toward a return to the lineup for the series finale. That ultimately didn't come to fruition, but Trout's ongoing absence isn't necessarily an indication that he suffered a setback with the foot. Instead, the Angels may have just wanted to give Trout some more time to rest up with a team off day on tap Monday. Trout's next chance to re-enter the starting nine will come Tuesday in New York versus the Yankees.

Trout (toe) hopes to play Sunday against the Rays, Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register reports.

He doesn't want to be shut down for the rest of the year but admitted he will mostly be deployed as the designated hitter when he does return, which suggests he won't be 100 percent recovered from the toe issue. Brian Goodwin should continue to start in center field while Trout takes some starts from Albert Pujols down the stretch.

Trout (toe) is not in Saturday's lineup against the Rays.

It's a pain tolerance issue for Trout, and he's not quite ready to return to the starting nine. The Angels play Sunday and then have an off day Monday. Brian Goodwin will start in center field while leading off.

Trout's playing time and position moving forward is dependent on how he tolerates pain in his ailing toe, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

While there are no plans to shut Trout down, the Angels are clearly in no hurry to rush their megastar back to the lineup, as he has not played since Sept. 7. When Trout does return, his role -- either as a center fielder or designated hitter -- will be determined by the pain level in his toe. Trout was originally in Friday's lineup as the DH but was a late scratch after experiencing discomfort while trying to put his cleats on, according to Jeff Fletcher of The Orange County Register. He remains day-to-day.

Trout (toe) was scratched from Friday's lineup against the Rays.

Trout was initially slated to serve as the designated hitter for Friday's clash, but he's since been scratched. After participating in baseball activities during the pregame, he determined he's still too sore to play, per Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times. Trout's next opportunity to return will come Saturday in the second game of the series. Albert Pujols will slot in as the designated hitter and hit cleanup.

Trout (toe) will slot in at designated hitter and bat second Friday against the Rays, Maria Torres of the Los Angeles Times reports.

Trout has been sidelined since Saturday after undergoing a minor foot procedure, but he'll return to action without having to patrol the outfield Friday. The Angels may limit him to hitting duties as a precaution over the next few days.

Trout (toe) plans on returning to the lineup Friday against the Rays, Fabian Ardaya of The Athletic reports.

He will take advantage of Thursday's off day to get as close to 100 percent as possible. Trout said he did not want to risk the foot flaring up by returning Wednesday. Brian Goodwin continues to start in his place.