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Hank Conger hits 3-run homer for US squad in 9-1 victory over World team in Futures Game

ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) — Mike Trout stole a glance up at the scoreboard and gazed around the stands, taking in the scene at the very ballpark where he soon hopes to play. As a regular major leaguer, that is.At 18, Trout was the youngest player in the All-Star Futures Game — and he certainly made an impact in the United States getting back into the win column.Fellow Angels up-and-comer Hank Conger hit a three-run homer to earn MVP honors, Trout doubled and singled and the U.S. squad snapped a three-year losing streak with a 9-1 victory over the World squad Sunday."About the third inning I looked up, amazed it's really happening," Trout said. "I felt comfortable out there. I was seeing the ball well."Eric Hosmer doubled among his four hits and drove in two runs for the U.S. team in a game showcasing top prospects from all of baseball's minor leagues — featuring 50 players representing 10 countries.The World team committed four errors, twice allowing Trout to reach base. Trout hustled for a...

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