History of Trevor Bauer in Timeline
Trevor Bauer is an American professional baseball pitcher currently playing for the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in Japan's NPB. Previously, he played in MLB for several teams including the Diamondbacks, Indians, Reds, and Dodgers. Known for his analytical approach to pitching and unconventional training methods, Bauer won the Cy Young Award in 2020. His MLB career has been marred by off-field controversies, including allegations of sexual assault, leading to a lengthy suspension by MLB.
1948: Indians Postseason Record
In 1948, Bob Feller went five no-hit innings each in the World Series.
1954: Indians Postseason Record
In 1954, Early Wynn went five no-hit innings each in the World Series.
1961: Reds Cy Young
In 2020, Bauer bested Yu Darvish of the Cubs and Jacob deGrom of the New York Mets in voting for the NL Cy Young Award. Before Bauer won the award, the Reds were the only active MLB team founded prior to 1961 that had never boasted a Cy Young winning pitcher.
1978: College teammates selected in MLB draft
In 1978, Bob Horner and Hubie Brooks were selected in MLB draft.
1987: Alex Sanchez's strikeout record
In 1987 Alex Sanchez set the UCLA strikeout record
January 17, 1991: Trevor Bauer's Birth
On January 17, 1991, Trevor Andrew Bauer was born. He is an American professional baseball pitcher.
2008: Bauer's junior year performance
In 2008, as a junior, Trevor Bauer had a 12–0 win-loss record with a 0.79 ERA and his fastball reached 92 mph.
2009: Bauer's freshman season at UCLA
In 2009, during his freshman season at UCLA, Trevor Bauer led the team with nine wins and a 2.99 ERA, earning Pac-10 Conference Baseball Newcomer of the Year honors.
2010: UCLA Bruins reach College World Series
In 2010, Cole and Bauer pushed the Bruins to a 10-0 start. The Bruins built a 22-game winning streak, and UCLA reached its first ever College World Series Championship Series. South Carolina swept UCLA in the best-of-three series to win the championship.
2011: Bauer sets UCLA records and wins awards
In 2011, Trevor Bauer set multiple UCLA records, including most strikeouts, wins, and innings pitched. He also won the National Pitcher of the Year Award and the Golden Spikes Award that year.
2011: Bauer drafted by Diamondbacks
In 2011, Trevor Bauer was selected third overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the MLB Draft and later signed with the team on July 25. This came after a stellar NCAA season.
2011: Bauer in 2011 MLB draft.
Trevor Bauer was selected third overall by the Arizona Diamondbacks in the 2011 MLB draft.
June 27, 2012: Diamondbacks call up Bauer.
On June 27, 2012, The Diamondbacks called up Bauer from Reno to replace the injured Joe Saunders.
December 11, 2012: Bauer traded to Cleveland Indians
On December 11, 2012, Trevor Bauer was traded to the Cleveland Indians as part of a three-team trade. After the trade, reports surfaced of his unpopularity with Diamondbacks teammates.
2012: Bauer retools pitching delivery
After the 2012 season, Trevor Bauer began retooling his pitching delivery with the Cleveland Indians.
2012: Bauer begins 2012 season as top prospect
In 2012, Trevor Bauer started the season as the Diamondbacks' top-rated prospect and participated in spring training before being assigned to Double-A Mobile.
2012: Bauer makes MLB debut
On June 27, 2012, Trevor Bauer was called up by the Diamondbacks and made his MLB debut the next day. He got his first MLB win on July 8.
2013: Bauer's struggles with Indians.
In 2013, Trevor Bauer's struggles with fastball command continued, and he was not included among the additional 15 when MLB rosters expanded from 25 to 40 in September.
2014: Bauer improves performance in 2014
In 2014, Trevor Bauer was optioned to Columbus but later received call-ups. His biggest improvement was limiting walks, lowering his BB/9 rate. He made 26 major league starts, improving his performance.
2015: Indians' Opening Day Roster
In 2015, Trevor Bauer was named to the Indians' opening day roster, joining the starting rotation. He finished the season with an 11-12 record, a 4.55 ERA, and led the AL in walks with 79.
2015: MLB Policy
In 2022, Bauer became the first player ever to appeal a suspension under the league's domestic violence policy since it went into effect in 2015.
2016: Bauer becomes regular in rotation.
By 2016, Trevor Bauer had emerged as a regular force in the Cleveland Indians' starting rotation.
2016: Move to Rotation and Injury
In 2016, Trevor Bauer began the season in the bullpen but moved into the starting rotation after an injury to Carlos Carrasco on April 25. On June 22, he pitched his second complete game. He finished the regular season with a 12–8 record and a 4.26 ERA. During the ALCS, he injured his pinkie finger while repairing a drone, affecting his performance in Game 3.
2016: World Series Appearances
In the 2016 World Series, Trevor Bauer started Games 2 and 5 for the Indians, losing both games. He posted a 5.40 World Series ERA as the Indians ultimately lost the series in seven games.
January 12, 2017: Contract Agreement with Indians
On January 12, 2017, Trevor Bauer agreed to a one-year, $3.55 million contract with the Indians, doubling his previous season's earnings.
2017: Offseason Practice and New Slider
During the 2017-18 offseason, Trevor Bauer practiced with UCLA alumni to develop a new slider for the 2018 MLB season.
2018: Bauer's All-Star appearance and injury
In 2018, Trevor Bauer made his first MLB All-Star Game appearance, but his career trajectory was interrupted by a stress fracture.
2018: All-Star Selection and Injury
In 2018, Trevor Bauer received his first All-Star selection. On August 11, he sustained a stress fracture after being hit by a line drive, sidelining him for several weeks.
July 31, 2019: Trade to Cincinnati Reds
On July 31, 2019, Trevor Bauer was traded to the Cincinnati Reds in a three-team deal. His debut was challenging, and he described the season as "one step forward, two steps back."
2019: Bauer struggles during 2019 season
During the 2019 season, Trevor Bauer struggled both with Cleveland and with Cincinnati.
2019: Injury and Frustration
In 2019, Trevor Bauer started the season strong but suffered an ankle injury and back spasms, impacting his performance. On July 28, he threw a ball over the center field fence in frustration after allowing a run, later apologizing for his behavior.
January 10, 2020: Contract Agreement with Reds
On January 10, 2020, Trevor Bauer agreed to a one-year, $17.5 million contract with the Reds, avoiding arbitration.
November 4, 2020: Free Agency
On November 4, 2020, Trevor Bauer rejected the Reds' qualifying offer, becoming a free agent after winning the NL Cy Young Award.
2020: Bauer won Cy Young Award
After 2020 season, Trevor Bauer signed a three-year contract with the Dodgers in February 2021.
February 5, 2021: Signs with Los Angeles Dodgers
On February 5, 2021, Trevor Bauer signed a three-year, $102 million contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers, turning down an offer from the New York Mets.
February 2021: Bauer signs with Dodgers
In February 2021, Trevor Bauer signed a three-year contract with the Los Angeles Dodgers as a free agent.
July 2, 2021: MLB Administrative Leave
On July 2, 2021, MLB placed Trevor Bauer on administrative leave following sexual assault allegations. He had an 8–5 record and a 2.59 ERA at the time.
2021: MLB Investigation
In 2021, MLB's investigation into Bauer was suspended due to the MLB lockout.
April 29, 2022: Bauer suspended by MLB
On April 29, 2022, MLB announced that Trevor Bauer would be suspended for 324 games due to a sexual assault investigation, later reduced to 194 games on appeal. The Dodgers released him the following year.
December 22, 2022: Suspension Reduced
On December 22, 2022, the arbitrator reduced Trevor Bauer's suspension to 194 games and reinstated him immediately, but also docked his pay for the first 50 games of 2023.
2022: Contract Opt-Out Option
In 2021, Trevor Bauer's three-year contract included opt-out options after the 2021 and 2022 MLB seasons.
January 6, 2023: Dodgers Designate Bauer for Assignment
On January 6, 2023, the Dodgers designated Trevor Bauer for assignment. He was officially released on January 12.
January 12, 2023: Dodgers release Bauer
On January 12, 2023, the Dodgers released Trevor Bauer rather than restoring him to the active roster after his suspension.
March 13, 2023: Signs with Yokohama DeNA BayStars
On March 13, 2023, Trevor Bauer agreed to a one-year, $4 million contract with the Yokohama DeNA BayStars in Japan.
2023: Docked Pay
On December 22, 2022, the arbitrator reduced Bauer's suspension to 194 games, reinstating him immediately, but also docking his pay for the first 50 games of 2023.
March 2024: Woman Charged with Defrauding Bauer
In March 2024, a fourth woman who had claimed Bauer sexually assaulted and impregnated her, was charged with defrauding him of $10,000 by falsely claiming she needed the money for medical expenses related to a pregnancy which Bauer alleged had never occurred.
March 18, 2024: Bauer announces pitching for Diablos Rojos del México
On March 18, 2024, Trevor Bauer announced that he would start the season by pitching in six games for the Diablos Rojos del México of the Mexican League (LMB).
October 2024: Bauer files lawsuit citing breach of settlement
In October 2024, Trevor Bauer filed a new lawsuit against the San Diego woman citing breach of settlement.
2024: Backlash in Japan over Alkonis message
In 2024, Bauer faced backlash in Japan after posting a supportive message for Ridge Alkonis, an American naval officer convicted for negligent deaths of two people in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan.
2024: Bauer wins Pitcher of the Year award in Mexican League
In 2024, Trevor Bauer won the Pitcher of the Year award in the Mexican League after helping Diablos Rojos del México win the season.
