With Yuli Gurriel struggling and Michael Brantley in the IL with no timetable for his return, the Astros were looking for another bat to help shore up the lineup as they approach another postseason run. In turn, James Click and company have acquired Trey Mancini from the Orioles to do just that.
The Orioles are trading Trey Mancini to the Astros. sources
— Dan Connolly (@danconnolly2016) August 1, 2022
One of baseball’s greatest stories in recent memory, Mancini’s subsequent recovery and return to the Orioles from stage 3 colon cancer was nothing short of incredible. Since missing the entire 2020 season, the 30-year-old slugger has produced a slash line of .260/.334/.421, 31 home runs and a 108 wRC+.
For the Astros, his bat is a very welcome addition to a lineup that has been remade at times. Mancini also adds positional versatility, having split time at first base, left field and right field this season. At this time, we are still awaiting word on the return to Baltimore. We will update you accordingly later today.
