With Yuli Gurriel struggling and Michael Brantley on the IL with no timetable for his return, the Astros were searching for another bat to help strengthen 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.
One of baseball’s best 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 entirety of the 2020 season, the 30-year-old slugger has produced with a .260/.334/.421 slash line, 31 home runs, and a 108 wRC+.