Mike Trout Breaks Angels Home Run Record

CF leads Angels to victory with 40th home run

Trout's historic home run came in the 8th inning

Los Angeles Angels superstar Mike Trout made history on Thursday night, breaking the franchise record for home runs with his 40th of the season. The blast came in the 8th inning of the Angels' 5-3 win over the Seattle Mariners. Trout's home run was a towering solo shot that landed in the left field seats.

The previous record of 39 home runs was set by Tim Salmon in 1996. Trout has now hit 40 or more home runs in three consecutive seasons. He is also the first player in Angels history to hit 40 or more home runs in his first four seasons.

Trout's home run was a major highlight in a season that has been full of them. The 25-year-old is leading the American League in batting average (.320), on-base percentage (.461), and slugging percentage (.600). He is also tied for the lead in stolen bases. Trout is a strong candidate to win his third AL MVP award.

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