The Angels’ star center fielder, whose return had been anticipated since having surgery last month, was activated off the injured list ahead of Tuesday’s game against the Cincinnati Reds.

Trout had been sidelined since July 5, when he opted to have surgery to repair a broken hamate bone in his left wrist, an injury he suffered taking a swing during a game in San Diego. He missed 38 games and worked to return to the lineup as quickly as possible.

“Long time coming, just excited to get out there with the guys,” Trout said.

Check back soon for more updates on this developing news story.