Reds pitcher Johnny Cueto turned in a fantastic performance Thursday against the Cardinals. 

Cueto allowed three hits over eight scoreless innings. He struck out seven and walked one during the outing. Cueto didn't give up his first hit until the third inning. He put two men on during the inning, but managed to work his way out of the jam. Cueto gave up his final hit in the fourth inning. Over the next four innings, Cueto tossed four perfect innings.

With the win, Cueto improved to 18-8. He'll take on the Cubs in his next start.