Three homers not enough as Redbirds drop finale, series at Knights 

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds fell in the finale of a six-game series against the Charlotte Knights (Triple-A, Chicago White Sox) on Sunday afternoon at Truist Park.

Memphis took an early lead thanks to a second baseman Michael Helman two-run home run in the second inning, his first as a Redbird. Catcher Jimmy Crooks his team-leading fifth home run, a solo shot in the fourth, to push the lead to 3-0. After Memphis fell behind late, third baseman Thomas Saggese drilled a solo home run in the top of the ninth to pull within a run.

Crooks finished the day 2-for-4 with the home run, a double and two runs scored. Right fielder Ryan Vilade continued his hot hitting with a 1-for-3 effort, a triple and a run scored.

Starting pitcher Alex Cornwell allowed three runs (one earned) on four hits, walked three and struck out three in 4.2 innings pitched. Ryan Fernandez (0-1) allowed both inherited runners to score and a run of his own in a third of an inning.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, May 13 to begin a six-game series at AutoZone Park against the Nashville Sounds (Triple-A, Milwaukee Brewers) with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CDT.

For more information on the Redbirds 2025 season visit www.memphisredbirds.com. Additional information about ticket on-sales, promotions, theme nights, and giveaways will be available throughout the season.

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