Trevor Bauer, the controversial 2020 Cy Young winner, is set to return to the mound for the first time since his 194-game MLB suspension in 2022 over sexual assault allegations. The allegations, which he vehemently denies, were not substantiated and were never criminally charged for. Despite years of playing in Mexico and Japan, Long Island Ducks president Michael Pfaff reported a significant increase in ticket sales for opening night. Fans are hopeful that playing for the Ducks, a team previously signed by John Rocker and Daniel Murphy, could help Bauer's redemption arc. Despite the controversy, some fans believe he was wronged and hope to play in the major leagues again.