CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. (AP) — Former Cy Young winner has signed with the Long Island Ducks of the Atlantic League and is scheduled to pitch opening night on April 21 for the minor league team.
The Ducks announced the signing Thursday for Bauer’s 15th professional season. Bauer also will be “Mic’d Up” for all games and practices, helping create content for both his and the team’s outlets.
Bauer has been trying to revive his big-league career after serving a 194-game suspension for violating MLB’s domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse policy. He was never charged with a crime in the matter, and civil claims against him were settled.
“I’m looking forward to competing in front of U.S. fans again this season,” Bauer said in a statement. “The Ducks have had some incredible players come through their organization, and I’m excited to be part of that tradition.”
Bauer was released by the Los Angeles Dodgers in January 2023 and the right-hander pitched in Japan last year.
He signed a five-game contract with the Diablos Rojos of Mexico City last year before agreeing to stay for the reminder of the season. Bauer was named the Mexican Baseball League’s last September.
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