Column: MLB cannot let Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer start Sunday
LA TimesThe following column includes graphic details of sexual assault allegations. In the wake of chilling declarations contained in the shocking domestic violence restraining order request filed this week by a woman against Bauer, why is Major League Baseball allowing its product to be stained, one of its marquee franchises to be embarrassed, and an alleged batterer to be empowered? While the Dodgers are prohibited by the league’s collectively bargained domestic violence policy from taking any action, MLB can place Bauer on paid administrative leave for seven days while it investigates, with the possibility of extending that time with the cooperation of the union. Dodgers Woman says Trevor Bauer punched and choked her to unconsciousness Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer has been accused of assault by a woman who filed a restraining order that includes graphic details and photos. Legal experts share what may happen The Times asked local attorneys to discuss the issues raised by a woman who filed a restraining order request against Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer and what may happen next in the case.