Mike Trout Returns To His Roots As An All-Star Legend Among His Peers

Mike Trout is starting the All‑Star Game in Philly — just 45 minutes from his Millville, NJ, hometown — and says the appearance is personal after a tough few injury-filled years.
Voted in by fans, Trout returned from a mid‑June hamstring strain, is healthy for the break, and has family (including his son) coming to the game.
Younger All‑Stars like Byron Buxton say they grew up idolizing Trout and praise his work ethic, toughness and lasting influence around the league.