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Mike Trout takes subtle dig at Chris Christie over Phillies jab

TEMPE, Ariz. -- Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout arrived at spring training with a new haircut, a vow to steal more bases, and a subtle dig at the governor of New Jersey.

Trout, who grew up about 45 miles from Philadelphia in Millville, N.J., took a diplomatic approach in response to Chris Christie's assertion this week that the Phillies have an "angry, bitter fan base" filled with "awful people."

But he couldn't resist taking a playful jab at Christie and his NFL allegiances.

"As an Eagles fan, we're passionate about the team and we want them to win and to do good," Trout said.