MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series and nine-game homestand with a 7-2 win over the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays) on Friday night at AutoZone Park.
Starting pitcher Quinn Mathews (5-3) allowed one unearned run on three hits, walked three and struck out a season-high 10 batters in the win. The left-handed pitcher worked 7.0 innings in his fourth straight quality start and 10thstraight outing with three runs allowed or fewer.
Memphis slugged four home runs in the victory. First baseman Ramon Mendoza clocked his first multi-homer game of the season. The right-handed hitter smacked a solo home run in the Redbirds three-homer first inning and a three-run blast in the bottom of the sixth to punctuate the win.
Right fielder Joshua Báez smacked his 30th home run of the season in the bottom of the first. Catcher Leo Bernal drilled a two-run shot in the first inning, his 13th of the season. Memphis drove in all seven runs in the win via homer.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Saturday, July 25 to continue a six-game series and a nine-game homestand against the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays with first pitch scheduled for 6:35 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.
Contact
Memphis Redbirds Communications Team, (901) 721-6000 or communications@memphisredbirds.com