Trout (elbow) is starting Monday's game against the Rangers, Jack Harris of the Los Angeles Times reports.

EDGE Analysis

Trout had been out of the lineup for the last three games due to a bruised left elbow, but he expected to return for Monday's series opener against Texas. Manager Joe Maddon confirmed that Trout and third baseman Anthony Rendon (groin) will be back in the lineup Monday. Trout will bat third and play center field in the series opener.