Short answer: Mike Trout has made the MLB playoffs only once, in 2014, with the Los Angeles Angels. They were swept in the ALDS by the Kansas City Royals.
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- Playoff appearance: 2014 AL West champions, Angels finished 98-64, but were eliminated in the ALDS in three straight games. Trout contributed in that series but the team did not advance.[1][8]
- Career context: Trout’s individual accolades are extensive (MVPs, All-Star selections), but postseason appearances have been rare during his tenure with the Angels.[8][1]
- Ongoing drought: After 2014, the Angels have largely missed the playoffs during Trout’s prime, continuing a long postseason drought for the franchise.[9][8]
If you’d like, I can pull the latest updates beyond 2023 (e.g., 2024–2026 seasons) and summarize whether Trout has added any additional playoff appearances or notable postseason moments.
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