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The last time any Los Angeles Angel had 26 stolen bases before the All-Star break, the Angels were called the California Angels. Along with Washington Nationals outfielder Bryce Harper, Los Angeles' Mike Trout has been putting together quite an impressive season for someone who can't even legally drink in the United States. In fact, his season has been so impressive thus far -- hitting .347 with 11 home runs, 39 RBIs and 26 stolen bases -- he will be one of the Angels’ representatives at the All-Star game on Tuesday at Kansas City's Kauffman Stadium. Trout has also tied the...
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