"How can you not be romantic about baseball?" "Everyone loves Trey Mancini" - MLB world reacts to Trey Mancini's heartwarming return to Baltimore as member of the Houston Astros

During the Houston Astros' road game against the Baltimore Orioles, Trey Mancini was given an ovation for the ages. Mancini spent six years playing for the Orioles before being traded to the Astros at the trade deadline this season.

During his time in Baltimore, Mancini's story of determination and his personality endeared him to the city. He was the face of the Orioles franchise, and every fan hated to see him leave; though they understood why it had to be done.

The Baltimore Orioles are looking to build, and Trey Mancini likely wants a chance to win a championship. Being with the Houston Astros gives him a great chance at accomplishing just that.

Talkin' Baseball posted a video on Twitter of the warm welcome given to Mancini in his homecoming.

This is one of those rare moments that feels bigger than baseball, and fans around the MLB love to see it.

Trey Mancini has a special place in the hearts of Orioles fans, and he will never be forgotten in Baltimore.

The Orioles have been surprisingly competitive since trading Mancini; an outcome that was certainly unexpected.

Mancini has been electric with the Houston Astros and should be instrumental in their playoff run.

Few players in the MLB deserve an ovation like this more than Trey Mancini. Mancini spent years as the best player on a struggling team and handled it with grace and professionalism. He left the team in a far better state than he found it, and his on-field efforts will be commended forever.

The Houston Astros need Trey Mancini at his best in the postseason

Houston Astros v Baltimore Orioles

The Houston Astros have the best record in the American League and are bonefide World Series contenders. Their offensive prowess is without question and Mancini is an excellent depth addition. He is batting at an average of .193 with the Astros; far below the .268 he hit with the Orioles.

As long as Mancini can elevate his game to the level we know it can get to in the postseason, these struggles will be forgotten. Perhaps this wonderful moment in the place he called home for so long will be the confidence boost he needs.