Mike Trout

Mike Trout — page 1
INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Mike Trout can do everything on a baseball field The term five tool player describes his talent perfectly He hits for average and power runs like the wind covers center field and throws the ball with strength and accuracy Most people agree that he is the most talented player in the game He has been consistently great since his rookie season of 2012 He plays in the media spotlight of Los Angeles California He boasts an engaging personality He is likable So why is Mike Trout not the face of baseball Why do fans not see him in dozens of commercials The answer is simple He does not want the attention Trout is too modest to grab it He was raised by his parents to be humble He prefers spending time with friends in his hometown of Millville New Jersey to flying around the country making more money Why else would he have continued to live with his parents after signing a 144-million contract Trout is not driven by fame and fortune but they come with the territory They come with his greatness as a baseball player Anyone who finishes near the top of the Most Valuable Player MVP vote every year and wins the award twice is destined for recognition Trout does not seek the spotlight He just earns it 4