MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series and nine-game homestand with a 9-4 loss to the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays) on Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
Memphis drew a sellout crowd of 8,589 for the loss, the fourth sellout crowd of the season. The sellout marks the most sellouts in a single season since the club packed AutoZone Park to the brim eight times in 2019.
Catcher Leo Bernal went 2-for-4 with a two-run double in the loss. Center fielder Colton Ledbetter reached three times in the game, scored twice and laced a double. Nine of the 10 Redbirds with a plate appearance in the game tallied a base hit. Third baseman Nolan Gorman and shortstop Thomas Saggese both tallied an RBI.
Starting pitcher Jurrangelo Cijntje (0-2) allowed five runs on seven hits, walked three and struck out six in his second career Triple-A start. The switch pitcher tossed the first 3.0 frames of his 4.1-inning outing scoreless. All three relievers allowed a run in the loss.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Sunday, July 26 to wrap up a six-game series and a nine-game homestand against the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays with first pitch scheduled for 1:05 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