Former Dodgers pitcher Trevor Bauer found a new home for the 2024 season in Mexico. He had initially signed a six-game deal with the Diablos Rojos del Mexico, which was extended till the end of the 2024 season.
It is safe to say that the management's decision to extend Bauer's contract paid off as the Red Devils of Mexico claimed their 17th championship title in franchise history and the first after a decade-long wait for silverware.
To celebrate the win with his teammate Juan Carlos Gamboa, Trevor Bauer was invited to ESPN's studio in Mexico.
Watch the video of a fun interaction of the show's host with the triumphant Diablos' players here:
In the video, Bauer showcases how to correctly perform his trademark 'sword' celebration, which became a hit in the recently concluded Mexican baseball season.
Next, Trevor could be seen being reluctant to shake a leg even when his teammate and Rojos del Mexico shortstop Juan Carlos shows off his moves as the show's host also joined the party.
The Red Devils of Mexico routed the North Division champions, the Saulatens de Monterrey, in the best-of-seven-game championship series. Diablos Rojos del Mexico won the series 4-0. Trevor Bauer was influential in game three of the series as he shut out Monterrey for a 2-0 lead.
In the game, he pitched six scoreless innings and struck out four batters to record his third win of the postseason. Overall, it was a dominant and fruitful maiden season in the LMB for Bauer, as he finished the regular season with a 10-0 record through 14 starts and led the league in strikeouts with a whopping 120 in 83.1 innings pitched.
Trevor Bauer celebrated the Diablos' championship win with fans and teammates in Mexico City
The Red Devils of Mexico completed the championship victory in Monterrey, which meant that the newly crowned champions were bound to celebrate the Zaachila Cup triumph with all fans and players' family members inside the Alfredo Harp Helu Stadium in Mexico City.
As Trevor Bauer was introduced to the mound amidst wide appreciation and raptures, he performed the 'Sword' celebration and thanked the fans for their loyalty and support throughout the season. It remains to be seen what decision Bauer will take on his future after a successful campaign in Mexico.