Memphis strands 11 in Saturday extra-inning loss to Gwinnett
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) with a 2-1 extra-inning loss on Saturday afternoon at AutoZone Park. Third baseman Blaze Jordan drove in the lose Memphis run with his team-leading 22nd hit of the season. The Redbirds continued to
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) with a 2-1 extra-inning loss on Saturday afternoon at AutoZone Park.
Third baseman Blaze Jordan drove in the lose Memphis run with his team-leading 22nd hit of the season. The Redbirds continued to struggle with runners in scoring position. Memphis went 1-for-14 with RISP and stranded 11 runners on base.
Starting pitcher Pete Hansen made his Redbirds season debut in the loss. The left-handed pitcher tossed 4.0 scoreless frames, worked around four hits and struck out three batters. Matt Pushard allowed two walks in his second MLB Rehab Appearance of the week.
Memphis fell into a first-place tie with the Gwinnett in the International League entering Sunday’s series finale.
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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