Even though it’s been years since he last pitched in Major League Baseball, Trevor Bauer won’t give up on his playing career.
The former Cleveland Guardians All-Star has re-signed a deal with the Yokohama DeNa BayStars of Japan’s NPB.
The 34-year-old hurler spent one year in the Nippon Professional Baseball League in 2023 before joining the Diablos Rojos de Mexico in the Mexican League in 2024.
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In his previous stint with the Bay Stars, he logged an 11-4 record with a 2.59 ERA and 160 strikeouts in 24 starts.
He was even better in his lone season on Mexican soil, going 10-0 with a 2.48 ERA and 120 strikeouts in 14 games.
The often controversial Bauer has been very active on YouTube and social media, offering fans an in-depth look at his preparation, games, and more.
Bauer has been away from the league since 2021 when the Los Angeles Dodgers parted ways with him.
He faced a sexual assault lawsuit, and Commissioner Robert Manfred placed him on administrative leave before suspending him for a record 324 games.
His suspension was reduced to 194 games by an arbitrator shortly after.
Also, the lawsuit was dismissed after both parties reached a settlement.
Even so, and despite clearly still being a very serviceable pitcher, the former Cy Young Award winner hasn’t gotten another opportunity to return to the Big Show.
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