With Friday’s news that the MLB has placed Trevor Bauer on administrative leave due to assault allegations, the Los Angeles Dodgers are once again forced to decide how they will handle their starting pitching rotation.
There are several possible scenarios surrounding the outcome of Bauer’s absence. The length of his leave is seven days, which is intended to run parallel with investigations from both the MLB and the Pasadena Police Department. Should there be more time needed to investigate, the league can request a one-time extension for an additional seven days with consent from the MLB Players Association.