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Mike Trout Hits 400th Homer, Ends Angels' Losing Streak

9/21/2025

Summary

Story summary

Mike Trout hit his 400th career home run on September 20, 2025, with a 485-foot shot against the Colorado Rockies, marking a key milestone in a tough season.
This home run ended a 28-game homer-less streak, during which he had a .229 batting average and a 32% strikeout rate.
Trout became the 59th player in MLB history to reach 400 home runs and the third Angel to achieve this, alongside Dave Winfield and Vladimir Guerrero.
The fan who caught the ball, Alberto, received signed bats and played catch with Trout, creating a memorable moment for his family.
Trout's homer helped the Angels secure a 3-0 victory, ending an eight-game losing streak.

History

Historical Context

Barry Bonds hit his 400th home run in 2001, becoming the fastest player to reach this milestone in just 1,460 games. His achievement underscored the significance of power hitters in Major League Baseball. Recently, Mike Trout joined the ranks of elite players by hitting his 400th home run, reflecting the ongoing legacy of power hitting in the sport's history.

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Story summary

Mike Trout hit his 400th career home run on September 20, 2025, with a 485-foot shot against the Colorado Rockies, marking a key milestone in a tough season.
This home run ended a 28-game homer-less streak, during which he had a .229 batting average and a 32% strikeout rate.
Trout became the 59th player in MLB history to reach 400 home runs and the third Angel to achieve this, alongside Dave Winfield and Vladimir Guerrero.
The fan who caught the ball, Alberto, received signed bats and played catch with Trout, creating a memorable moment for his family.
Trout's homer helped the Angels secure a 3-0 victory, ending an eight-game losing streak.

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