A surprise last week in MLB’s spring training came from Baltimore Orioles camp where veteran Trey Mancini left camp, taking an unexpected leave. Today we found out why exactly the former Notre Dame baseball player had to step away from the game.
After discovering a malignant tumor during a colonoscopy last week, Mancini had successful surgery to remove the tumor today.
In a statement released by the Baltimore Orioles on Thursday, Mancini was thankful for the support from the team, fans, and supporters.
“The outpouring of love and support I have received has made an extremely tough week so much better,” Mancini said. “I have the best family, friends, fans and teammates imaginable. I am also eternally thankful for the Orioles front office, our athletic trainers and the entire medical staff for everything they have done to help me during this time. Finally, I would like to thank everyone for their prayers and kind words, which have furthered my excitement to get back to playing the game I love.”
There is no timetable set for Mancini to return to the club and with MLB suspending spring training operations as of Thursday afternoon, it’s hard to have any idea when play may resume. The good news is Mancini was aware something was amiss and all was handled well by all parties.
Mancini played at Notre Dame from 2011-2013, hitting .297 and 28 home runs in that time. The Orioles selected him in the eighth round of the 2013 MLB Draft. Mancini led the Orioles in doubles, home runs, RBI, OBP, slugging percentage and total bases.