Orioles: Trey Mancini Has Malignant Tumor Removed

Baltimore Orioles outfielder Trey Mancini had successful surgery Thursday to remove a malignant tumor, the team announced.

Mancini, 27, abruptly left the team after the tumor was discovered in a colonoscopy. The Orioles said lab results and the timetable for Mancini's recovery will not be known until next week.

“The outpouring of love and support I have received has made an extremely tough week so much better,” Mancini said in a statement. “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.”

Mancini, who made his major league debut in 2016, has become a fan favorite

“We are doing everything in our power to ensure Trey recovers fully, and we can't wait to see him back on the field as soon as possible,” said Mike Elias, the team's executive vice president and general manager