Trout primed to assume Mr. October mantle

A fairly universal consensus has formed that Mike Trout is the game’s best all-around talent at 23, the man most likely to succeed Derek Jeter — Trout’s favorite player growing up — as the face of baseball. And none other than the original Mr. October, Reggie Jackson, marvels at Trout’s athleticism, demeanor, speed, strength and unflagging confidence.