Covey (3-3) was torched for nine runs (eight earned) on eight hits and three walks over just 2.1 innings in a loss Friday to the Rangers.
Covey was rocked for four home runs, including two three-run blasts. He had given up just two over 44.1 innings before Friday's start, so this was a shocking collapse from a pitcher whose game plan relies on grounders and keeping the ball in the park. Covey has been dealing with hip soreness dating back to his previous start June 23, and after a performance like this, it's easy to wonder if that soreness was indicative of a larger problem. His next turn is scheduled for Wednesday against Cincinnati.