The MLB lockout mercifully came to an end after 99 long days- and the league didn't hesitate to jump into action, with the free agency period beginning the day of the agreement. With Spring Training set to officially start on March 17, there's an excitement in the air again. However, not every player has that air of excitement. Los Angeles Dodgers starting pitcher Trevor Bauer, who was placed on administrative leave last June for his involvement in an alleged sexual assault case, has his potential return to the mound up in the air. On Friday, Bauer hit a Spring Training setback, as reported by Mark Feinsand of MLB.com.

Per Feinsand, the MLB and the Player's Association have agreed to extend Bauer's administrative leave for seven days. This means that the Dodgers ace cannot report to Spring Training until March 19.

Bauer was cleared of any criminal charges after an investigation conducted by both the Pasadena Police Department and the LA County District Attorney's office, though the 2020 Cy Young award winner could still face a suspension by the MLB.

The 31-year-old pitched to a 1.73 ERA during the shortened 2020 season, earning himself a huge payday with the Dodgers, as he signed a three-year $102 million agreement with the franchise.

The outspoken Dodgers ace' potential return is very much in question at the moment.