Angels captain and future Hall of Famer who may testify; his ties to Kay and rehab support become talking points for the trial and clubhouse culture narratives.

Trout publicly supports the idea of playing for Pujols, hinting at strong clubhouse chemistry and potential upside in a Pujols-led environment.

Trout supplied a 443-foot solo homer in the opening frame, underscoring his ongoing power and the Angels' need for complementary pieces around him.

Late-season power surge for Trout with a 443-foot homer; his late-season heating up hints at upside if surrounding lineup protection improves.

Trout delivered a multi-hit night and productive at-bats, reinforcing his standing as a fantasy cornerstone when healthy. In a two-game sprint, his power and on-base skills remain central, but lineup context and pitching matchups will still drive his two-game ceiling.