By every measure, Baltimore Orioles starter Wei-Yin Chen has been one of the team's best pitchers this season. After tossing eight shutout innings against the Philadelphia Phillies on Monday, Chen lowered his ERA to a strong 2.89.
His reward: How about a demotion to High-A?
The Orioles sent Chen down to the minors Tuesday, citing "general soreness," according to Eduardo A. Encina of the Baltimore Sun. Chen must remain in the minors for 10-days before he can be recalled back to the majors.
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