Trout was named MVP after he hit a home run and accounted for two runs in the game. His play on the field earned him more than just an MVP trophy. It brought a nickname from Jones.
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Jones’ line was likely referring to the fact that Trout’s leadoff home run was the first one since Jackson did it in 1989. Jones went on to say Trout’s body can be compared to a linebacker in the NFL.
When Jones’ nickname became popular, people on Twitter started to take notice. The reaction was not positive.
