Updated May 6, 2022 - Sports

MLB suspends Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer for 2 seasons for violating domestic violence policy

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Trevor Bauer. Photo by Meg Oliphant/Getty Images

Editor’s Note: This story has been corrected to make clear that Trevor Bauer was never charged with a crime.

Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer has been suspended for two seasons — or 324 games — after an "extensive investigation" for violating MLB's Joint Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Policy, the league announced on Friday.

The big picture: The former All-Star had faced allegations of beating and sexually abusing a San Diego woman, but prosecutors declined to file charges in February after investigators said they were unable to prove the charges beyond a reasonable doubt.

Bauer had previously denied her allegations, and has filed suit against his accuser, AP reports.

What they're saying: Bauer said in a statement that he intends to appeal the suspension and expects to prevail.

"In the strongest possible terms, I deny committing any violation of the league’s domestic violence and sexual assault policy," Bauer said.

Details: Commissioner Rob Manfred said that Bauer would be suspended without pay, effective immediately.

Bauer had been placed on leave in July 2021 when allegations first surfaced.
The league and MLB Players Association eventually agreed to extend his paid leave through the rest of the season.

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