Rangers pitcher Nick Martinez was hit hard during Monday's start at Colorado.

He allowed seven runs on seven hits over four innings during the 8-7 loss. Martinez surrendered a two-run home run to Troy Tulowitzki in the second inning. He also struck out two and walked two during the outing.

Martinez was called up Monday to make the start. He now has a 3.82 ERA and is winless in his last five starts.