Redbirds use power to control Saturday win at Knights
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Memphis Redbirds secured game five of a six-game series at the Charlotte Knights (Triple-A, Chicago White Sox) by a 6-4 score in extra innings on Saturday night at Truist Field. On the heels of a four-homer performance in Friday night’s extra-inning loss, Memphis smacked two key
CHARLOTTE, N.C. – The Memphis Redbirds secured game five of a six-game series at the Charlotte Knights (Triple-A, Chicago White Sox) by a 6-4 score in extra innings on Saturday night at Truist Field.
On the heels of a four-homer performance in Friday night’s extra-inning loss, Memphis smacked two key longballs to snag the win. First baseman Bligh Madris gave Memphis a brief lead with a two-run shot in the fifth inning. With the game tied in the eighth, center fielder Joshua Báez drilled a three-run shot.
Madris finished the night 3-for-4 with a double and three RBIs. Left fielder Colton Ledbetter continued his hot series with a three-hit night and scored twice.
Starting pitcher Brycen Mautz allowed an unearned run in 6.0 innings of work. The left-handed pitcher worked around three hits, walked two and struck out five. Scott Blewett (1-0) allowed three runs on four hits in 1.1 frames of relief. Luis Gastelum (S, 2) slammed the door for a five-out save.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, April 14 to continue a six-game series against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves 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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