The Houston Astros won't be picking up Trey Mancini's option, making him a free agent for the 2023 season. Mancini came over to Houston from the Baltimore Orioles during the trade deadline in August. He struggled a bit offensively in Houston, especially during the postseason.His offensive power will interest quite a few teams this off-season. While he struggled during his time in Houston, Mancini is an offensive threat. Besides this season and his rookie year, he's hit well over 20 home runs every year, with a career-high of 35 in 2019.Michael Schwab@michaelschwab13Trey Mancini is now a free agent. His option was not picked up by the Astros166392Trey Mancini is now a free agent. His option was not picked up by the AstrosTrey Mancini is a fan-favorite around the league. He had to step away from the game of baseball in 2020 due to his battle with cancer. He recovered enough to return to baseball in 2021.Houston Astros fans are sad to lose Mancini. He has a great attitude, is a good role model, and is an inspiration to us all. While he was in a bit of a slump in Houston, fans didn't want to see him go."Man that's sad I really loved that guy," said a fan.Practical_Trust@practical_trust@michaelschwab13 Man that’s sad I really loved the guy5@michaelschwab13 Man that’s sad I really loved the guy"I think it's a mistake to dump someone with such a positive attitude. He may have struggled but that kind of talent and heart always finds its way back around again. Too bad we won't be the ones to benefit when it does," explained another.Lacy ⛄️Beebo Bless us, every one@LiveGoldn@michaelschwab13 I think it’s a mistake to dump someone with such a positive attitude. He may have struggled but that kind of talent and heart always finds its way back around again. Too bad we won’t be the ones to benefit when it does.23@michaelschwab13 I think it’s a mistake to dump someone with such a positive attitude. He may have struggled but that kind of talent and heart always finds its way back around again. Too bad we won’t be the ones to benefit when it does.281@ripstinky281@michaelschwab13 I will always be so grateful for the play he made at first base against the Phillies in Game 5, but I’m not surprised. I wish him the best.1451@michaelschwab13 I will always be so grateful for the play he made at first base against the Phillies in Game 5, but I’m not surprised. I wish him the best.Ralphy G@bassralphy@michaelschwab13 Mancini seems like a class-act. I'm glad he got a ring. If this was a temp thing, then I truly wish him well; wherever he goes.1901@michaelschwab13 Mancini seems like a class-act. I'm glad he got a ring. If this was a temp thing, then I truly wish him well; wherever he goes.The Astrodome Project@theastrodomeprj@michaelschwab13 He will be greatly missed!3@michaelschwab13 He will be greatly missed!Melly@MellyTomme@michaelschwab13 Wishing Trey great success. Such a great guy..8@michaelschwab13 Wishing Trey great success. Such a great guy..Justin Hernandez@JustinHdz98@michaelschwab13 He has heart and strength. Won against cancer and Won the World Series8@michaelschwab13 He has heart and strength. Won against cancer and Won the World Seriesclaudia@ccsego@michaelschwab13 I really liked Mancini but unfortunately he didn’t perform in the postseason aside that really great play at first base which could have cost us the game, he seems like a good person and good player so I wish him well wherever he goes33@michaelschwab13 I really liked Mancini but unfortunately he didn’t perform in the postseason aside that really great play at first base which could have cost us the game, he seems like a good person and good player so I wish him well wherever he goesLisa Sanchez@LisaSan88966996@ccsego @michaelschwab13 He didn't get to play consistently. It makes a huge difference. I would have loved to keep him. I do wish him luck.19@ccsego @michaelschwab13 He didn't get to play consistently. It makes a huge difference. I would have loved to keep him. I do wish him luck.Michael Gott@michaelrgott@michaelschwab13 No surprise there. Grateful for that game 5 play at first tho. That might have been worth it.4@michaelschwab13 No surprise there. Grateful for that game 5 play at first tho. That might have been worth it.While some fans pointed out his struggles at the plate, others argued it's because of his inconsistent playing time. He went from nearly an everyday starter in Baltimore to a DH option in Houston. Not getting at-bats every day can really mess up a hitter's timing.The Houston Astros plan to go back-to-backHouston Astros WS ParadeThe Houston Astros are doing everything in their power to go back-to-back and win the World Series title again next year. They started by bringing back manager Dusty Baker on a one-year deal.The team will have their core group of Jose Altuve, Alex Bregman, and Yordan Alvarez. Rookie sensation Jeremy Pena will also look to capitalize on his stellar season and keep the momentum going into next year.The team is awaiting a decision from ace pitcher Justin Verlander, who has an opt-out clause he could exercise this offseason. It's likely the team won't chase after Verlander if he decides to become a free agent.Given how little the team could change for the 2023 season, another World Series title is not out of the question.