Trevor Bauer, the pitcher who settled a high-profile legal dispute stemming from accusations of assault in 2021, is eager for a second chance in Major League Baseball (MLB). Despite ongoing legal matters and past controversies, Bauer is hopeful that MLB teams will consider him.
During an appearance on Fox News Channel’s “America’s Newsroom,” Bauer revealed that his agents have been in contact with various teams, but he has yet to secure a contract or an invitation to spring training. Reflecting on his past actions, Bauer acknowledged his mistakes and expressed a desire to improve himself.
“I know I’ve made mistakes. That’s kinda what I’m trying to focus on,” he said. “How do I get better from the experiences that I’ve had. I’ve made mistakes in my personal life. I’m really detail-oriented when it comes to baseball and my training, but I didn’t apply the same level of scrutiny to my personal life.”
Bauer admitted to making poor decisions in his personal life, including engaging in casual relationships. He acknowledged that his behavior had caused harm to various people, including MLB, the Los Angeles Dodgers, his teammates, friends, family, and those close to him. He emphasized that he has taken steps to address these issues and has ceased casual sexual relationships.
The pitcher also recognized that his interactions with the media and his behavior on social media were immature and inappropriate. He admitted to reacting poorly to criticism and expressed regret for not handling such situations more maturely. Bauer attributed some of his past actions to a desire to stand up for himself but acknowledged that he had since matured and evolved in his perspectives.
While Bauer mentioned an outstanding lawsuit, he and his team remain confident about winning it. His primary goal is to return to MLB, where he believes he is still one of the best pitchers globally and aims to compete at the highest level. Additionally, Bauer expressed a passion for helping people and making a positive impact on the game.
Despite his challenging past, Bauer has continued to play baseball, spending the 2023 season with the Yokohama DeNA Bay Stars in Japan, where he delivered a strong performance with an 11-4 record, 160 strikeouts, and a 2.59 ERA. Now, he awaits an opportunity to resume his career in the United States and make amends for his past actions.