Angels' Mike Trout (back) skipping Seattle trip as recovery goes on

Three-time American League MVP Mike Trout is feeling better as he continues to recover from a back issue, but he isn't ready yet to rejoin the Los Angeles Angels.

He won't travel with the Angels to Seattle for their four-game set with the Mariners this weekend, instead staying behind to work out at the Angels' facilities.

Trout has not played since July 12, when he left a game against the Houston Astros with back spasms