Los Angeles Angels' superstar center fielder, Mike Trout, will be sidelined for the remainder of the 2024 season due to a torn meniscus in his left knee. The announcement was made by general manager Perry Minasian in a press conference on Thursday.

Trout initially suffered a torn meniscus on April 30, which led to him being placed on the injured list. Following his surgery on May 3, his rehabilitation process proved to be more challenging than anticipated. Despite months of hard work, further examination revealed that Trout's meniscus had torn again, dashing his hopes of making a return this season.

Expressing his disappointment, Trout released a statement on Thursday, acknowledging the impact of this setback on both himself and the fans. He emphasized his commitment to come back stronger and pledged to support his team and teammates from the dugout for the remainder of the season.

Trout had started a minor-league rehab assignment with the Salt Lake Bees, the Angels' Triple-A affiliate, last Tuesday. However, after only one at-bat, he experienced soreness in his knee and exited the game. He then underwent an additional MRI, which initially showed no issues, but the subsequent examination revealed the extent of the meniscus tear.

The timing of the tear remains uncertain. Prior to the injury, Trout had played in 29 games, recording a slash line of .220/.325/.541 with 10 home runs. Unfortunately, a series of injuries have plagued Trout's playing time over the past few seasons, limiting him to just 41% of the possible games from 2021-24.

The absence of Trout's presence on the field will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the Angels' overall performance. Known for his exceptional skill and contributions, Trout's absence will be keenly felt by both his teammates and fans alike.

As fans eagerly await his return next season, the Angels will need to rally together and find ways to compensate for the loss of their star player. Despite the setback, Trout's determination to overcome these challenges remains unwavering, leaving hope for a strong comeback in the future.

In the meantime, the Los Angeles Angels will forge ahead into the second half of the season, drawing inspiration from Trout's unwavering spirit as they strive for success without their centerpiece in the outfield.