Houston Astros first baseman Trey Mancini (26) runs to first after hitting a single against the Philadelphia Phillies during the third inning in game six of the 2022 World Series at Minute Maid Park. Troy Taormina-USA TODAY Sports

Cubs agree to two-year contract with Trey Mancini

Originally posted on Larry Brown Sports | By Larry Brown | Last updated 1/14/23

The Chicago Cubs are bringing in a player who is fresh off a World Series.

The Cubs reached agreement on a 2-year deal with Trey Mancini. ESPN’s Jesse Rogers reports that the deal includes an option to terminate after one year.

News: Free agent Trey Mancini is in agreement with the Cubs on a 2 year deal which includes an opt out, sources tell ESPN.

— Jesse Rogers (@JesseRogersESPN) January 15, 2023

Mancini was an 8th-round draft pick by the Baltimore Orioles in 2013 and made it to the majors in 2016. He established himself as a power hitter in his first three seasons. The 30-year-old slugged 24 home runs in each of his first two full seasons, and he slugged a career-high 35 homers in 2019.

Mancini was traded by the Orioles to the Houston Astros last season and won the World Series.

For his career, Mancini is a .265 hitter with a .787 OPS.

Mancini joins Eric Hosmer as the Cubs’ options for first base. Hosmer is a lefty, while Mancini is right-handed. Mancini could also play in the outfield or serve as a designated hitter.

This article first appeared on Larry Brown Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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