As the Angels cling onto their microscopic Wild Card chances, Mike Trout continues to watch 90% of the games from the dugout. Continuing to serve as a full-time designated hitter after moving to right field to avoid this very scenario, it may be time for the Angels and Trout to have an honest discussion about his future role in Anaheim.
The honest truth of the situation is that Mike Trout should have been a full time designated hitter going into the season. Sure, his injuries happen on the base paths rather than out in the field.