PT TODAY: Bruce Chen returns to the rotation

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Indians | Bruce Chen added to rotation
Cleveland Indians SP Bruce Chen had his contract purchased from Triple-A Columbus Saturday, May 9. He'll serve as their fifth starter.  Source: MLB.com - Jordan Bastian
 
BHQ take: Chen replaces fellow LHP T.J.House in CLE's rotation. House is on the DL with left shoulder inflammation. RH reliever Anthony Swarzak was DFA to clear roster space for Chen. Journeyman Chen never has recorded a sub-4.35 xERA, so he warrants avoidance in all formats. His career 4.66 xERA in 1,174 innings is virtually identical to his career 4.67 ERA.   —Tom Kephart
 
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