Redbirds held scoreless in extra-inning loss at Tides
NORFOLK, Va. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game road trip at the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) with a 1-0 extra-inning loss on Friday night at Harbor Park. Memphis stranded eight runners on base in the loss and went 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position. Catcher Leo Bernal led
NORFOLK, Va. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game road trip at the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) with a 1-0 extra-inning loss on Friday night at Harbor Park.
Memphis stranded eight runners on base in the loss and went 0-for-9 with runners in scoring position. Catcher Leo Bernal led the way at the plate with a 3-for-4 night, including a double. First baseman Bligh Madris went 2-for-3 with a double and a walk.
Starting pitcher Pete Hansen tossed 4.2 scoreless innings to continue his scoreless start to the 2026 season. The left-handed pitcher allowed three hits, walked two and struck out six in his second start of the year. Luis Gastelum, Scott Blewett and Max Rajcic combined for 4.1 scoreless innings out of the bullpen.
With the loss, Memphis remains tied for first in the International League with 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, April 28 to begin a six-game series against the Indianapolis Indians (Triple-A, Pittsburgh Pirates) with first pitch scheduled for 6:05 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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