Mike Trout's wife Jessica drops 4-word reaction as Angels superstar's hilarious prank on ex-Mariners star resurfaces

Modified Apr 13, 2025 12:15 GMT

Los Angeles Angels star Mike Trout pulled a mischievous prank on former Seattle Mariners player Harold Reynolds in 2020, with Angels outfielder Justin Upton joining in on the act.

On Saturday, Trout's wife Jessica shared an Instagram story about the prank, captioning it:

“Forever pranking everyone lol”

Jessica IG (Credits Instagram@jesstaratrout)

The post featured Justin Upton explaining their prank on Reynolds, along with a clip of the moment. While Reynolds was speaking with Mike Trout, Upton quietly sneaked in from behind and placed a toy snake near the former Mariners player.

Trout pretended to be shocked seeing the snake, prompting Reynolds to react with surprise. When asked how the idea for the prank came about, Upton said:

“I don't remember how it came up, but it was Trouty's idea. I'm not claiming that one. But, uh, he wanted me in on it… So he made me do it. But he was like, I'm doing this interview with Harold. He said, while we're doing the interview, I want you to put this by his foot.”

“So I was like, that's easy. So we get out there. And I was kind of feeling bad, because it's Harold. Harold's good with everybody. I was like, all right, let's do it. So snuck in, dropped it. I didn't expect him to react like that. It doesn't even look like a real snake.”

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Trout’s wife, Jessica, showcased her excitement by sharing a post on her Instagram story celebrating the hit, along with a heart emoji.

Trout has recorded a .212 batting average, with six homers, 14 RBIs and nine runs scored in 52 at-bats this season.

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