Redbirds sting Stripers with eighth-inning comeback, pace International League

Memphis ties game with Bernal homer, takes lead late to split series with Gwinnett

By Memphis Redbirds

April 19, 2026

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) with a 6-5 win on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park. Memphis trailed by a run entering the bottom of the eighth. Catcher Leo Bernal smacked a solo home run to left to

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) with a 6-5 win on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park.

Memphis trailed by a run entering the bottom of the eighth. Catcher Leo Bernal smacked a solo home run to left to lead off the inning and tie the game. The Redbirds took the lead with a shortstop César Prieto sacrifice fly. Bernal finished the win 3-for-3 with three RBIs and a walk.

Starting pitcher Hunter Dobbins made his fourth MLB Rehab Start on Sunday afternoon. The outing was cut short by a 53-minute bee delay in the top of the fourth inning. The right-handed pitcher allowed three runs on six hits, walked one and struck out three in 3.1 innings.

Max Rajcic (2-1) tossed the only scoreless appearance by a Memphis pitcher. The righty stranded the tying run in scoring position and lead run at first base with a game-ending lineout to first. Memphis improved to 10-0 when leading after eight innings this season.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Sunday, April 19 to wrap up a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) with first pitch scheduled for 1:05 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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