"I'm having fun doing it" - When Mike Trout addressed Bryce Harper's baseball is a "tired sport" remark

Bryce Harper and Mike Trout both turned heads quickly after fully debuting during the 2012 season. Instead of rookies, they looked like established veterans who have been around the game for ages.

However, both players hold different personalities. Harper is loud with his actions and loves to have fun. Trout, on the other hand, is more reserved, but still a leader nonetheless.

Ahead of the 2016 season, Harper was frustrated with the game's lack of personality and called the sport "tired." Trout was asked about Harper's comments on the Dan Patrick Show later that year where he defended the league.

"I think it's the best game in the world. I'm just very blessed to be a part of it and I'm having fun doing it. I'm going out every day and playing my hardest and having fun and it's the best game in the world," said Trout.

Trout saw no problem with where the game was at. He was having a blast going out there and leaving it all on the field each and every single game.

"I just try to respect the game as much as I can.. You know, there are guys that paved a way for us and I just try and respect it and it's the greatest game I have ever played and it's the greatest game on earth," said Trout.

Mike Trout sheds light on offseason work

Los Angeles Angels - Mike Trout (Photo via IMAGN)

Mike Trout's work ethic is nearly unmatched. He worked extremely hard to put himself in a position to be a star in the big leagues and has been a role model for the younger generation.

Trout stays ready almost all year long. It is what most MLB players have to do with the season being so long and demanding and the slugger gave Dan Patrick's listeners a better understanding of the the work going into the season.

"You put in all your offseason work before Spring Training and get your body right.. You can do as much as you can," said Trout.

Many players try and get in as much as they can during the winter months before they report to Spring Training. This allows the transition to working nearly every day to be as smooth as possible on their bodies. Getting a late jump on offseason work could be the difference between an All-Star year and a year of mediocrity.