Los Angeles Dodgers right-hander Trevor Bauer was put on administrative leave under the Union and MLB's join domestic violence program last July after being accused of sexual assault. Just a couple of days ago, the league decided to extend his leave of absence through April 22nd, but that could change.

Bauer could try to return to Dodger Stadium as soon as Sunday if he believes the most recent agreement might not be binding. Via The LA Times:

On Wednesday, a league source said the commissioner’s office and players’ union had agreed to extend the leave for Bauer through April 22. The leave previously was set to extend through Saturday.

However, according to people familiar with the matter, The Dodgers pitcher is exploring whether there is in fact a binding agreement in place.

A spokesman for the league declined to comment, as did a spokesman for the players union.

There is a written agreement between the league and the union, according to a person familiar with the matter who spoke on the condition of anonymity. The person said the league considers that agreement binding and said Bauer would not be eligible to play until the leave expires.

If Bauer does take the position that the most recent extension to his leave is not binding, Commissioner Rob Manfred might have to levy a suspension by the end of the day Saturday or risk Bauer showing up at Dodger Stadium on Sunday.

As noted, the leave was set to expire on Saturday. Obviously, Bauer won't be permitted to play for the Dodgers until given permission by the league. Manager Dave Roberts revealed he has no clue if Bauer would actually show up out of the blue. Via Jack Harris:

Bauer last pitched for the Dodgers in June of 2021, going 8-2 with a 2.59 ERA in his first season with LA after signing a monster three-year, $102 million deal.