Mike Trout is the 'white Bo Jackson' to Adam Jones

Jordan Heck

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Orioles outfielder Adam Jones saw up close how special Mike Trout was Tuesday night during the MLB All-Star Game.

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.

 

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Jordan Heck is a Social Media Producer at Sporting News. Before working here, he was a Digital Content Producer at The Indianapolis Star. He graduated with a degree from Indiana University.