"I had him all jiggly-legged" - Trevor Bauer throws impressive curveball against Angels top prospect Christian Moore

Trevor Bauer throws a nasty curveball against Angels top prospect Christian Moore during live at-bat (Photo Source: IMAGN)
Trevor Bauer throws a nasty curveball against Angels top prospect Christian Moore during live at-bat (Photo Source: IMAGN)

Trevor Bauer may not have pitched in MLB since 2021, however, the former Cy Young Award winner has remained a hot name among baseball fans across the globe. The 33-year-old from North Hollywood, California has continued to perfect his new role as a social media influencer, combining his love for baseball with eye-catching online challenges.

In his latest series of challenges, the former MLB All-Star took part in several at-bats against one of the top prospects for the Los Angeles Angels, Christian Moore. Bauer has challenged a variety of personalities and players, including fellow baseball influencer Eric Sim, who might be better known as JUCO King.

During the at-bat, the former Los Angeles Dodgers superstar used a variety of different pitches against the young prospect. Moore, who was selected eighth overall in the 2024 MLB Draft, impressed with his bat speed and heavy cuts at the ball.

"Are you seeing these hacks? I love this guy," Sim said of Moore's swing on the first pitch of the at-bat.

After recording the first pitch strike on a fastball, Trevor Bauer decided to go offspeed and utilize the strongest pitch in his arsenal: his curveball. Bauer has made a name for himself thanks to his ability to make batters look foolish with the curveball, something he did this past season in Mexico with the Diablos Rojos del Mexico.

"I just had to land that man. I had him all jiggly-legged," Bauer said after throwing the curveball outside of the zone.

Christian Moore worked the count to 2-2 before making decent contact on one of Trevor Bauer's pitches. However, the video tracking system showed that the ball would have been a catch for the outfielder. The catch gave the victory to the former Cincinnati Reds ace, however, it was a solid at-bat from both.

Trevor Bauer could still land an MLB contract ahead of the new season

As the offseason rolls along, the free-agent market for starting pitchers continues to shrink. This could open the door for a potential MLB return for Trevor Bauer.

Several clubs are still looking to bolster their pitching staffs ahead of the 2025 campaign, and while any potential Bauer signing could face some backlash, he could be an effective addition.

Last offseason, Bauer said he was willing to sign a veteran minimum contract with incentives to earn another shot in the majors.

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