Newcomb (2-8) took the loss Thursday against the Cubs after allowing three runs (two earned) on eight hits with three walks and seven strikeouts over five innings.

EDGE Analysis

Newcomb settled down after surrendering a pair of first-inning tallies, but did allow a costly unearned run in the third on a bases-loaded walk following a Jace Peterson error. While the rookie southpaw has shown tantalizing upside with 83 strikeouts in 79.1 innings, he has also walked 47 batters for an unacceptable 5.33 BB/9. He'll hope for better luck Wednesday against the Rangers.

Newcomb (2-7) allowed four runs on seven hits and two walks while striking out five across 4.2 innings, but received no decision Saturday against the Rockies.

EDGE Analysis

Newcomb had allowed just one run going into the fifth inning before running into trouble, and although he left the contest with a 4-2 deficit, the offense came back in the bottom of the frame to take him off the hook for a potential loss. This was the first time in seven starts that he's allowed more than three earned runs and despite a 1.55 WHIP, he's maintained a decent 4.36 ERA. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Cubs.

Newcomb (2-7) worked around five hits and five walks through five scoreless innings during Sunday's win over Cincinnati. He recorded two strikeouts.

EDGE Analysis

Newcomb is beginning to settle into a nice groove, as he's now held his opponent to three runs or fewer in each of his past six outings. Considering his pedigree and strikeout upside (9.2 K/9), the 24-year-old lefty's fantasy value is trending up, especially in keeper/dynasty settings. Newcomb projects to make his next start against the Rockies at SunTrust Park.

Newcomb (1-7) allowed three runs on five hits and four walks over six innings in Tuesday's win over the Rockies. He struck out eight and did not factor into the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Tasked with a difficult matchup at hitter-friendly Coors Field, Newcomb did well Tuesday to limit the Rockies to just three runs over six innings while giving his team the opportunity to pull out the victory. The young lefty allowed solo shots to Nolan Arenado, Mark Reynolds and Trevor Story but was able to piece together his second consecutive quality start. Newcomb has been a serviceable back-end starter for the Braves this season, but he's really only a viable fantasy option against weaker National League opponents. He's scheduled to take on the Reds on Sunday.

Newcomb (1-7) took the loss Wednesday against the Phillies, allowing three runs (two earned) on five hits with one walk and six strikeouts over six innings.

EDGE Analysis

There are certainly some positives to take away from this one for Newcomb, who showed improved control after walking 22 over his previous five starts. The rookie also continued to excel at keeping the ball in the park, lowering his HR/9 to 0.92 by not allowing a homer in this one. Still, this was only his second quality start in the past seven outings and Newcomb's ERA remains an unimpressive 4.45. Things are unlikely to get any better in his next start Tuesday at Coors Field.

Newcomb (1-6) fell to the Dodgers on Thursday after allowing three runs on four hits with seven walks and seven strikeouts in 4.2 innings.

EDGE Analysis

It took Newcomb 110 pitches to get 14 outs, and he actually did well to limit the damage as much as he did given the career-high seven walks. Control continues to be a major issue for the rookie left-hander, who has now issued a whopping 22 free passes in 25 innings over his past five starts. Newcomb has showcased excellent strikeout potential with a 9.40 K/9, but he can't be relied upon to work deep into games until he finds a better feel for the strike zone. He'll host the Phillies in his next start Wednesday.

Newcomb (1-5) allowed one run on two hits and three walks while striking out four across five innings, but received no decision Saturday against the Phillies.

EDGE Analysis

Newcomb was staked to a two-run lead in the second inning and left the contest with a 3-1 lead before the bullpen blew the lead in the ninth inning, keeping him from picking up his second win of the year. This was the first time in five July starts in which he's allowed fewer than three runs, and with a 4.51 ERA along with a 1.46 WHIP, he's been a marginal fantasy option. He'll make his next start Thursday against the Dodgers.

Newcomb allowed three runs on three hits and five walks while striking out nine across six innings of work. He didn't factor into the decision.

EDGE Analysis

Although Newcomb did place 65 of his 104 pitches in the strike zone, he caused himself a lot of grief during the first few innings of his start by setting a new season high for walks in a game. That being said, the only dent the Dodgers were able to make off him was the three-run homer Austin Barnes clobbered in the fourth inning. The nine strikeouts are also a season high, so although he walked away with a no-decision, he continues to be a high-risk high-reward option in the Braves' rotation. He'll make his next appearance Saturday on the road against the Phillies.

Newcomb (1-5) coughed up five runs on eight hits -- including two home runs -- and three walks while striking out five over 5.1 innings in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Cubs.

EDGE Analysis

After four straight quality starts to begin his big-league career Newcomb has crashed back to earth, posting an 11.37 ERA and 2.45 WHIP in three July outings. The lefty has been able to maintain a plus strikeout rate, but otherwise has done little to help fantasy rosters. He'll next take the mound Sunday on the road against Clayton Kershaw and the Dodgers.

Newcomb gave up four runs on four hits and four walks while striking out seven through four innings Sunday against the Nationals.

EDGE Analysis

This start was essentially what the pessimists were expecting from Newcomb this year against big-league hitters: plenty of strikeouts, too many walks. The free pass has plagued Newcomb at every minor-league stop, so it should not come as a surprise that he is struggling with walks and inefficiency in the majors. He has a 30:14 K:BB in 31.2 innings, with six walks coming in his last 7.1 innings.