Rockies' Ezequiel Tovar Out 10 Days with Hip Contusion

Colorado Rockies shortstop Ezequiel Tovar has been placed on the 10-day injured list with a left hip contusion, retroactive to April 16, after being scratched from a game against the Dodgers due to ongoing pain from several diving plays earlier in the season. The injury, which he has been playing through since the opening series, worsened to the point that the team's medical staff recommended rest to allow the inflammation to subside, though manager Bud Black expects him to recover after the initial period. Tovar, a Gold Glove winner and key defensive player, has started all 16 games this season but struggled offensively, hitting .212. In response, the Rockies recalled infielder Aaron Schunk from Triple-A Albuquerque, who is expected to start at shortstop, and may also utilize Kyle Farmer and others in Tovar's absence. The team is already dealing with other roster moves, including placing outfielder Brenton Doyle on the bereavement list and transferring pitcher Austin Gomber to the 60-day IL. These injuries compound the challenges for the Rockies, who currently have the worst record in the majors.