Redbirds cap off dominant series with comeback win at Tides

NORFOLK, Va. – The Memphis Redbirds finished a six-game road trip at the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) with an 11-7 victory on Sunday afternoon at Harbor Park.

Memphis climbed from an early deficit to take a brief lead in the top of the second inning when designated hitter Bligh Madris smacked a three-run homer. The Redbirds trailed yet again entering the top of the fourth when first baseman Ramon Mendoza tied the game with a two-run double. Memphis took the lead for good on the first of two RBI doubles for catcher Leo Bernal.

All nine Redbirds starting bats tallied a base hit in the fifth victory of the six-game series. Bernal led the way with a 3-for-4 effort and added a walk with his pair of RBI doubles. Center fielder Victor Scott II, third baseman César Prieto, Madris and Mendoza each posted a two-hit effort.

Starting pitcher Pete Hansen allowed five runs (three earned) on seven hits, walked one and struck out three. The left-handed pitcher allowed a home run in his 4.0-inning start. Scott Blewett (S, 4) entered with two outs and the tying run on deck in the bottom of the ninth and got his man to ground out to slam the door.

The victory moved Memphis into a virtual tie with the Rochester Red Wings (Triple-A, Washington Nationals), who had Sunday’s game canceled. Rochester holds pole position in the International League with a better win percentage.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, June 16 to begin a six-game series against the Nashville Sounds to close out the first half of the 2026 season with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 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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