MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game homestand with a 7-6 extra-inning loss to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) on Thursday afternoon at AutoZone Park.
Memphis led 5-1 entering the top of the eighth inning and 5-3 at the start of the ninth. The loss marks the loss when leading at either point in a game this season. The Redbirds entered Thursday 19-0 with the lead in both instances.
The Memphis offense smacked three home runs in the loss. Catcher Leo Bernal smacked his fourth home run of the season to tie the game at one in the bottom of the second. Right fielder Joshua Báez drilled a 430-foot two-run shot to put the Redbirds in front in the third. Left fielder Nelson Velázquez added a solo blast in the sixth inning.
Starting pitcher Hunter Dobbins posted his deepest start of the season on Thursday. The right-handed pitcher allowed one run on six hits, walked one and struck out two. Scott Blewett posted the only scoreless relief effort with 1.1 innings pitched.
With the loss, Memphis risked dropping below the Gwinnett Stripers in the International League standings with Gwinnett scheduled to host the Durham Bulls on Thursday night. The Redbirds have spent every day of the 2026 season in at least a tie for first place.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Friday, May 15 to continue a six-game series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 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.
Contact
Memphis Redbirds Communications Team, (901) 721-6000 or communications@memphisredbirds.com