Former National League Cy Young winner Trevor Bauer made history in the Mexican League on Sunday, with a remarkable performance that included 14 strikeouts in 5 innings, 9 consecutive strikeouts, 12 consecutive strikes, and striking out all 3 batters with 9 pitches in a single inning. This performance is noteworthy as Bauer, jettisoned by Major League Baseball, appears to still have the capability to excel at the highest level of the sport, despite being kept out due to suspension over a domestic violence allegation.

By the Numbers
  • 14 strikeouts in 5 innings
  • 9 consecutive strikeouts
  • 12 consecutive strikes
Yes, But

Teams are hesitant to sign Bauer due to the PR implications of his suspension over a domestic violence allegation, despite not being charged with a crime and questions surrounding the credibility of some accusers.

State of Play
  • Trevor Bauer was suspended in 2021 over a domestic violence allegation and missed 182 games in total between 2021 and 2022.
  • Bauer has spent parts of 10 years in the big leagues with various teams and won the Cy Young with the Reds in the COVID-shortened 2020 season.
What's Next

The question remains if Bauer will ever get another chance in the big leagues, particularly considering his recent performance in the Mexican League.

Bottom Line

Trevor Bauer's history-making performance showcases his continued talent, but questions persist about his future in the big leagues due to the shadow cast by his suspension and the reluctance of teams to sign him.