Mike Trout is undoubtedly one of the best players in MLB history. But if there is one glaring weakness to his impressive resume, it's the lack of playoff experience. Throughout his 12-year career, MLB fans have only been able to witness Trout play in three postseason games, which came in 2014 against the Kansas City Royals.
His lack of playoff appearances is something that MLB fans continue to pin on the Los Angeles Angels organization rather than the superstar outfielder. While the team has struggled to make much of an impact during the regular season, Mike Trout continues to place himself in the MVP conversation every season.
Now, after missing the playoffs yet again last season, the whole situation has become a running joke that fans continue to be dumbfounded by. It was also one of baseball's storylines that came back to light after Trout was seen at a Philadelphia Eagles playoff game.

"Pretty remarkable that Mike Trout has been to more Eagle playoff games than Angel playoff games." - George Jarjour
Unfortunately, for Trout, as the Angels continue to miss the playoffs, the Philadelphia Eagles appear to have become a perennial playoff team, meaning this joke will continue. However, there is no doubt that Trout will continue to cheer for his long-time favorite NFL team.
Growing up in Millville, New Jersey, Trout spent his entire life supporting the Philadelphia Eagles, who played less than an hour away from his hometown. Trout has been an Eagles fan since the age of six, with his love for the team coming from the Eagles' blue-collar, hard-working mentality.
"Rooting for the Eagles so Mike Trout can at least have a couple of rings vicariously through them" - Student of the Game
Trout is not only a fan of the Eagles but also grew up as a fan of the Philadelphia Phillies, even attending the World Series parade in 2008.
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Last season with the Los Angeles Angels, Trout proved yet again why he has a legitimate claim for the "Greatest of All Time" crown. The veteran superstar hit 40 home runs with 80 RBIs in 119 games. While he fell short of his fourth MVP, if he can remain healthy this upcoming season, he may yet again find himself on top of the American League.
"With Mike Trout entering this season at age 31, do you guys think the 3-Time MVP has a chance to get 5 MVPs before he calls it a career?" - Angels Ace Griffin Canning
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