BREAKING: In a stunning display of power, Mike Trout has just hit his 400th career home run with a towering 485-foot blast against the Colorado Rockies on August 26, 2023. This historic moment occurred in the eighth inning at Coors Field, giving the Los Angeles Angels a crucial 3-0 lead as they fight to end an eight-game losing streak.
Trout’s home run came off a 98 mph sinker from Rockies reliever Jaden Hill and became the 10th longest homer in the history of the notoriously hitter-friendly Coors Field since Statcast began tracking in 2015. It marks the fourth longest of Trout’s career, showcasing his enduring power even in a challenging season.
With this milestone, Trout joins an elite club as the 59th player in MLB history to reach 400 home runs. He is also the third player to achieve this feat while playing for the Angels, following legends Dave Winfield and Vladimir Guerrero. Notably, Trout becomes just the fifth player in history to hit 400 homers and steal 200 bases for a single franchise, joining greats like Barry Bonds and Hank Aaron.
Despite currently batting just .229 this season, Trout’s 22 home runs and 59 RBIs reflect a resurgence after struggling with injuries in the previous two years. Before this remarkable hit, he had only recorded one home run in his last 36 games, making this moment even more significant for both Trout and the Angels.
As fans celebrate this milestone, the Angels are hoping this home run will spark a turnaround in their season. With Trout’s power on display and the team needing a morale boost, all eyes will be on the Angels as they seek to break their losing streak and regain momentum.
This development is a reminder of Trout’s enduring talent and potential impact on the field, providing hope for Angels fans as they navigate a challenging season.