You have to admire the daring nature of the Cincinnati Reds front office. If you’re willing to deal a top 30 prospect in Taylor Trammell and a fan favorite in Yasiel Puig, you better be getting something special in return. That’s exactly what the team received when they acquired former Cleveland Indians right-hander Trevor Bauer.
The 28-year-old California native brings a wealth of success and postseason experience to a staff that is already one of the best in the National League. Bauer will make his Cincinnati debut Saturday night in Atlanta after leading the American League in innings pitched and ranking fourth in strikeouts.