By ERIC VICCARO
bnewssports@sbcglobal.net

On Tuesday, the Boston Red Sox formally announced that former Bowie High School pitcher Brandon Workman would be sent down to Triple-A Pawtucket (R.I.).
Workman was sent down to make room on the Red Sox roster for pitcher Rubby De La Rosa, who was slated to pitch on Wednesday night.
Workman took the demotion in stride when speaking with reporters, including Jen McCaffrey with MassLive.com.
“Definitely, it’s not ideal,” Workman said. “It’s not what I was hoping to hear after the game, but it’s part of it. I just have to keep putting my work in, keep getting better and get ready to throw again.”
Workman’s next start could come while with Pawtucket, possibly this weekend in Toledo (Ohio).
One possible reason for Workman’s demotion is the looming All-Star break, which begins July 14 and runs through July 17. His next possible start in the major leagues wouldn’t have been for at least 10 days.
Red Sox manager John Farrell didn’t comment on the move, although the organization is still committed to him. Boston could become sellers at the trade deadline later this month, and that could open up more spots in the starting rotation as well.

Former Bowie High School and current Red Sox pitcher Brandon Workman. (Photo provided by Boston Red Sox media relations)