October 2, 1976 at Riverfront Stadium 

Braves 3, Reds 0  (101-60)

With one out in the bottom of the ninth, Cesar Geronimo doubled to break up Joe Niekro’s attempt at a no hitter.  The Reds did draw five walks but they strikeout five in the shutout. 

Pat Zachry dropped to 14-7 on the season.  He gave up three runs on nine hits with one walk and four strikeouts.

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