Mike Trout Leans Against Participating in Home Run Derby Due to Hamstring Injury

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Mike Trout Leans Against Participating in Home Run Derby Due to Hamstring Injury

Trout landed on the 10-day IL with a right hamstring strain on June 18 after injuring himself in the 8-1 loss to the Diamondbacks. The 11-time All-Star, who has missed the last three All-Star games due to injuries, revealed he is inclined toward not participating in the Home Run Derby on July 13 to recover fully from the injury.

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