Mike Trout injury update: Angels star diagnosed with rare back condition, says he'll play again in 2022 season

Mike Trout hasn't played since July 12. He was diagnosed with rib cage inflammation. The outfielder will play again in 2022 season.

Mike Trout has a rare back condition called "costovertebral dysfunction at T5" He received a cortisone shot last week. He will see a doctor on Sunday. Trout wants to play again this season. The Angels are fourth in the American League West and trail the wild card race by 10 games. They are 41-56. The team's record has slowed down recently. Mike Trout's career is not in jeopardy. His 31st birthday is in August. he has hit .270/.368/.599 with 24 home runs in 79 games this year.

Mike Trout has a rare back condition. He will play again in 2022. Dr. Robert Watkins is one of the most well-known spine surgeons in the country.