Trevor Bauer Returns to Yokohama BayStars for 2025 Season

Trevor Bauer, the former MLB pitcher and 2020 Cy Young Award winner, is set to return to the Yokohama DeNA BayStars for the 2025 season after a successful 2023 stint. His career has been marred by allegations of sexual assault, leading to a 324-game suspension by MLB, which was later reduced to 194 games. Following his release from the Los Angeles Dodgers, Bauer played in the Mexican League in 2024, achieving a perfect 10-0 record and earning Best Pitcher honors. Despite his controversial past, he impressed during his first season in Japan, posting a 10-4 record with a 2.76 ERA. The BayStars, who won their first league title in 27 years in 2024, view Bauer's return as a major asset in their quest to defend their championship. Bauer's history includes significant pitching achievements alongside serious allegations and controversies, including a pitch doctoring scandal.