Ferocious Memphis comeback falls short in extras

Redbirds score seven in seventh on four home runs

By Memphis Redbirds

April 10, 2026

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds dropped game four of a six-game series at the Charlotte Knights (Triple-A, Chicago White Sox) by a 9-8 score in extra innings on Friday night at Truist Field. Memphis drilled four home runs to come back from a 7-0 deficit and tie the game.

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds dropped game four of a six-game series at the Charlotte Knights (Triple-A, Chicago White Sox) by a 9-8 score in extra innings on Friday night at Truist Field.

Memphis drilled four home runs to come back from a 7-0 deficit and tie the game. Center fielder Joshua Báez and right fielder Colton Ledbetter each drilled the first home run of the season in the frame. Third baseman Ramon Mendoza and first baseman Blaze Jordan added a blast as well.

All nine Redbirds batters tallied a hit in the extra-inning loss. Báez, Jordan, Mendoza and left fielder Nelson Velázquez each posted a multi-hit effort.

Starting pitcher Bruce Zimmermann allowed two runs on four hits, walked none and struck out seven in 5.0 innings of work. Ryan Fernandez posted the lone scoreless effort of any Memphis reliever with a scoreless bottom of the ninth. Charlotte scored the winning run in the tenth inning.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, April 14 to continue a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves with first pitch scheduled for 6:05 p.m. CDT.

About the Memphis Redbirds

The Memphis Redbirds are the proud Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Since their affiliation with St. Louis began in 1998, the Redbirds have claimed four League Championships and one Triple-A National Championship. Based in Memphis, Tennessee, the Redbirds play their home games at AutoZone Park, one of the premier ballparks in the nation. Alongside their parent company, Diamond Baseball Holdings, the Redbirds are committed to providing an exceptional baseball experience for fans of all ages, featuring top Cardinals prospects, exciting promotions, and a family-friendly atmosphere. With a tradition of excellence both on and off the field, the Memphis Redbirds actively contribute to the community by hosting a wide variety of events at AutoZone Park and participating in numerous charitable initiatives. For more information, visit www.memphisredbirds.com.

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