MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game homestand to wrap up the first half of the 2026 season with a 17-3 loss to the Nashville Sounds (Triple-A, Milwaukee Brewers) on Saturday night at AutoZone Park.
Right fielder Colton Ledbetter led the Memphis offense with a 3-for-3 night. The left-handed hitter accounted for all three Redbirds runs with a home run, two runs scored and two RBIs in the loss. Shortstop Jeremy Rivas drove in the other Memphis run in the bottom of the fifth inning.
Starting pitcher Pete Hansen (1-2) allowed seven runs on nine hits, walked three and struck out two in the loss. The left-handed pitcher allowed three home runs over 3.2 innings pitched. Hancel Rincó, Cade Winquest and position player Noah Mendlinger each provided a scoreless appearance in relief.
The loss puts Memphis on the brink of elimination heading into Sunday’s first half finale. The Redbirds must defeat Nashville and Rochester must lose to Toledo for the Redbirds to win the International League first half championship.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Sunday, June 21 to wrap up a six-game series against the Nashville Sounds to close out the first half of the 2026 season 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