Globe iconLogin iconRecap iconSearch iconTickets icon
Triple-A Affiliate
The Official Site of the Memphis Redbirds Memphis Redbirds
Tickets & Promotions
Single Game Tickets Group Tickets Group Experiences Premium Seating Education Days Season Memberships Flex Plans & Packages MyTickets Account Promotions Homestand Highlights
Premium Seating
Party Deck & Heavenly Hot Dog Buffet All-Inclusive Suites Luxury Suites Coors Light Chill Zone Sunday Brunch 4-Tops Home Plate Couches Owner's Seats
Schedule
Schedule Game-by-game Results 2026 PDF Schedule Downloadable Schedule
Shop
AutoZone Park
Front Office Staff Corporate Partnerships A-to-Z Guide Special Events Boom Ball Box Office Job Opportunities Fundraising Opportunities
Team
Roster Watch Video MiLB.TV Listen Live Game Notes News Individual Stats Team Stats Standings Transactions
Contests
Ticket Terms & Conditions
Watch on Bally Sports Live

Memphis drops Sunday series finale against Indianapolis

Redbirds rope three home runs for second straight game in loss
By Memphis Redbirds
May 3, 2026

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game series against the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A, Pittsburgh Pirates) with a 9-5 loss on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park. For the second straight game, Memphis hit three home runs. Left fielder Nelson Velázquez clocked his third home run of the season,

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game series against the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A, Pittsburgh Pirates) with a 9-5 loss on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park.

For the second straight game, Memphis hit three home runs. Left fielder Nelson Velázquez clocked his third home run of the season, a two-run shot in the fourth inning. Designated hitter Jimmy Crooks drilled his 10th homer of the season and second in as many games with a solo shot in the fifth. Third baseman Blaze Jordan rounded out the scoring with a solo homer in the ninth, his seventh longball of the season.

Hancel Rincón (0-2) allowed four runs on four hits, walked two and struck out two in 1.2 innings to start a bullpen game. MLB Rehabbing Matt Pushard tossed a perfect inning and struck out one. Jason Savacool allowed one run on three hits, walked one and struck out one across a 2.0-inning Triple-A debut.

Despite the loss, Memphis held onto a 2.0-game lead in the International League over the Gwinnett Stripers. The Redbirds have yet to spend a day outside of at least a tie for first place this season.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, May 12 to begin a six-game series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 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.

Contact

Memphis Redbirds Communications Team, (901) 721-6000 or [email protected]