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Logan O'Hoppe Cleared for Return as Mike Trout Nears Activation

Logan O'Hoppe passed rigorous concussion testing just in time for Wednesday's series finale against a Yankees lineup paced by Aaron Judge's .395 average.

Angels catcher Logan O’Hoppe cleared concussion tests on Monday after being hit in the head on a back-swing, but he still had to be evaluated on Tuesday, so the Angels kept him out of the lineup against the New York Yankees. (AP Photo/Nic Coury)

Overview

  • Logan O'Hoppe cleared concussion protocol and will catch Wednesday’s series finale in Anaheim.
  • Mike Trout advanced to full-speed base running Tuesday and could rejoin the Angels’ roster within days.
  • Manager Ron Washington held Chuckie Robinson in reserve and maintained strict medical oversight before clearing O'Hoppe.
  • Taylor Ward earned AL Player of the Week honors after hitting .407 with three homers and 12 RBIs last week.
  • Left-hander Yusei Kikuchi is slated for his 12th start with a 3.17 ERA and reliever Connor Brogdon has not allowed a run in his past four outings.