Redbirds snag series win over Tides with offensive onslaught
NORFOLK, Va. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game road trip at the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) with a 14-4 victory on Sunday afternoon at Harbor Park. Memphis took a firm grasp on the win with a nine-run top of the third inning. In total, all 10 Redbirds
NORFOLK, Va. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game road trip at the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) with a 14-4 victory on Sunday afternoon at Harbor Park.
Memphis took a firm grasp on the win with a nine-run top of the third inning. In total, all 10 Redbirds to take a plate appearance in the game reached base safely. Left fielder Joshua Báez led the way with a 3-for-6 day and added an RBI triple.
Third baseman Blaze Jordan and shortstop Cesar Prieto each smacked a home run. Memphis converted at a 5-for-15 rate with runners in scoring position.
Starting pitcher Quinn Mathews allowed one run on three hits, walked one and struck out five in 4.0 innings pitched. Matt Pushard (1-0) earned the win with a perfect relief appearance. Luis Gastelum continued the great start to his Triple-A career with a perfect inning and lowered his ERA to 2.51 in 2026.
With the win, Memphis took a one-game lead in the International League over 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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