Fans called out Stephen A. for judging the athleticism of MLB players

STEPHEN A. SMITH has found himself in hot water after a controversial comment about one of baseballs biggest stars.

Los Angeles Angels center fielder Mike Trout is out indefinitely after it was announced he needed surgery to repair a torn Meniscus.

Stephen A. Smith went on a furious rant about MLB star Mike TroutCredit: ESPN/First Take

Stephen A. doesn’t understand how Trout gets injured playing baseballCredit: Getty
Stephen A. made a comment on First Take, saying he didn’t understand how baseball players get injured.

“Mike Trout is a sensational players when healthy, one of the greatest, and I’m a huge huge fan,” Stephen A. said.

“But I’ve grown disgusted with his lack of availability. I know he looks the part.

“What the hell are you doing to take care of yourself? Always injured. I mean, damn, it’s baseball.

“What are we talking about here? It’s not football. It’s not boxing. It’s not the UFC.”

According to Stephen A, baseball players don’t play hard enough in order to get serious injuries.

 

“How the hell is he always hurt? I don’t understand this!” Stephen A. yelled.

“It drives me crazy when I see baseball players getting hurt. What is it that you’re doing with yourself physically that you can’t stay healthy?”

While Trout has faced significant challenges with injuries in recent years, it’s essential not to overlook the remarkable dominance he has displayed throughout his career.

Prior to 2021, Trout consistently appeared in 114 games or more each season, excluding the Covid-shortened campaign. His durability and consistency speak volumes about his dedication and skill.

Trout’s accolades further underscore his greatness. As a nine-time All-Star and three-time MVP, he has consistently been recognized as one of the most outstanding players in the league. Even in 2024, before his injury, Trout was showcasing his excellence by leading the league with 10 home runs.

Additionally, Trout’s consistent presence among the top contenders for the MVP award for nine consecutive years, from 2012 to 2019, highlights his exceptional impact on the game and his team’s success.

Despite his accomplishments, Stephen A. can only see injuries when looking at Mike Trout.

“Somebody that great, I wanna see him on the field when it counts,” Stephen A. said.

MLB fans were furious with Stephen A’s analysis of Trout and clamored for him to apologize to one of the game’s biggest stars.

“Stephen A Smith yelling over Mike Trout getting hurt with a torn Meniscus he should apologize,” one fan said.

How the hell is he always hurt? I don’t understand this!

Stephen A. On Mike Trout

“@stephenasmith complaining about Mike Trout and baseball players getting hurt like they don’t play 162 games!!! F*** outta here booger boy,” another fan said.

“SAS please dont disrespect baseball.. some called Trout this generation of Mickey Mantle of your Yankees.. but did u know Mickey was having similar problems like Trout,” a third fan said.

“Forget about this. @stephenasmith comment about @MikeTrout injury is ridiculous,” a fourth fan said.

“This cat is the last human being that should be talking about any physical ability to play any sport.”

MLB fans called out Stephen A. for his tasteless rant against TroutCredit: ESPN/First Take