Today’s Mike Trout home run came against the Mariners, which shouldn’t be a surprise since the 41 home runs Trout has against Seattle are his most against any opponent, and his .641 slugging percentage against the M’s is his highest against any American League team.
On April 23, 2016, the Angels were home against the Mariners on a Saturday night, the third of a four-game weekend series.
Felix Hernandez started against the Mariners, which should also set off alarm bells since he’s faced Trout more than any other pitcher (99 plate appearances, 38 more than anyone else), and has allowed eight homers to Trout, with only one other pitcher (James Shields) giving up more than four.