Mike Trout Shares Surprising 5-Word Confession About 2026 Plans

“Nobody’s brought it up to me,” Trout added, “but if they ask, I’m there.”

Trout hit .296 with a home run, seven RBI, and a .962 OPS during the 2023 event. It’s surprising no one from Team USA has contacted Trout privately and gauged the 33-year-old’s interest in competing next year.

The 2023 Team USA roster featured many notable names, including perennial All-Stars J.T. Realmuto, Pete Alonso, Nolan Arenado, Paul Goldschmidt, and Mookie Betts. We also can’t forget Philadelphia Phillies shortstop Trea Turner mashing five home runs in six games.

It’s unclear what next year’s squad will look like, though Trout clearly wants to play. We’ll see if other marquee names, including New York Yankees superstar Aaron Judge, declare their interest soon.

Injuries have limited Trout’s availability in recent years and recently forced a move to right field. Nonetheless, Team USA must invite the three-time AL MVP if he’s healthy enough to compete next spring.

Besides, baseball fans deserve an Ohtani vs. Trout rematch. Who cares about a random Dodgers-Angels game in August when we can get one on the world’s biggest stage?