Atlanta Braves LHP Newcomb denies LA Dodgers hit through eight innings

Newcomb is trying to become the team's first starting pitcher to throw a no-hitter since Kent Mercker on April 8, 1990 against the Dodgers in Los Angeles.

Atlanta Braves left-hander Sean Newcomb has not allowed a hit against the Los Angeles Dodgers through eight innings on Sunday.

Newcomb is trying to become the team's first starting pitcher to throw a no-hitter since Kent Mercker on April 8, 1990, against the Dodgers in Los Angeles.

He has eight strikeouts against just one walk.

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