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Mike Trout is a MLB baseball player. He was born on August 7, 1991

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Also Known As Michael Nelson Trout
Born August 7, 1991 (age 33) • Vineland • New Jersey
Awards And Honors All-Star Game • Most Valuable Player (2019) • Most Valuable Player (2016) • Most Valuable Player (2015) • Most Valuable Player (2014) • Most Valuable Player (2014) • Rookie of the Year (2012) • Silver Slugger Award (x7) • All-Star Game MVP (x2) • three-time MVP • eight-time All-Star • Wilson Defensive Player of the Year Award • Rookie of the Year Award
Height/Weight 6 ft 2 inches, 235 lb (188 cm, 106 kg)
Batting Hand right
Throwing Hand right
Debut Date July 8, 2011
Draft Drafted by the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim in the first round (25th) of the June 2009 MLB draft.
Team Los Angeles Angels
Jersey Number 27 (2011-2019, Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim/Los Angeles Angels)
Position centerfielder
Twitter Handle @MikeTrout

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How tall was Mike Trout?
Mike Trout was 6 ft 2 inches, 235 lb (188 cm, 106 kg).
What position did Mike Trout play?
Mike Trout played centerfielder.
Where was Mike Trout born?
Mike Trout was born in Vineland, New Jersey, United States.
When was Mike Trout born?
Mike Trout was born on August 7, 1991.

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