For the better part of a decade, the single biggest tragedy in Anaheim has been the criminal lack of protection surrounding Mike Trout. However, manager Kurt Suzuki has consistently placed the light hitting Nolan Schanuel behind Mike Trout in the batting order this year. Once again, there is no reason to challenge Mike Trout. Now that Mike Trout is a threat to score any time he reaches base, the goal of opposing pitchers will change. Yes, the Angels are rebuilding for the future, but with this move they have also improved the present by finally adding some protection for Mike Trout.