Cueto, one of five candidates up for the Esurance MLB All-Star Game Final Vote, was almost untouchable. He went the distance for the shutout, allowing two hits and striking out 11. At one point, he struck out five straight hitters, and retired 17 of his last 18.
Having tossed three complete games in his last four starts, Scherzer had his worst outing of the season, lasting 4 2/3 innings and allowing five runs on seven hits. It's the first time Scherzer did not go at least six innings this season.
With the victory, the Reds are 5-0 against the Nationals this season, while Washington has lost two straight.