The Orioles demoted top pitching prospect Kevin Gausman to Triple-A Norfolk Tuesday following a loss to the Rangers, MLB.com reports. Starter Zach Britton was also optioned and the corresponding roster moves will be announced Wednesday. Wei-Yin Chen is expected to be activated to start as one of the moves.
The Orioles have been trying to come up with a plan for Gausman. He is likely to remain in the minors through the All-Star break with a chance to get back in the Norfolk rotation. He could return following the break but may not have a rotation spot waiting.