I disagree. This is a good move regardless. If he's the #1 starter it's still not a bad move as it adds a viable piece to the rotation for basically nothing. It would just mean that the Front Office failed in its quest to add significant pieces to the rotation.
https://lethbridgeherald.com/business/2019/10/23/rogers-stock-plunges-after-financial-report-misses-q3-estimates-lowers-outlook/
Keep in mind that corporately, Rogers is struggling right now. This isn't going to motivate them to open the coffers.