MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game homestand with a 7-3 loss to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park.
Memphis jumped ahead in the first inning with a right fielder Joshua Báez solo home run, his fourth of the series and 11th of the season. The Redbirds added a run on a center fielder Colton Ledbetter groundout in the second inning. Memphis did not score until a Ledbetter solo homer in the bottom of the ninth inning, the left-handed hitter’s second home run of the season.
Starting pitcher Bruce Zimmermann (4-2) allowed four runs on five hits, walked one and struck out six. The left-handed pitcher allowed three home runs for the second consecutive start. Skylar Hales and Hancel Rincon each worked a scoreless inning in relief and allowed one hit.
The loss clinched the series victory for Jacksonville and handed Memphis its first series loss of the season. Memphis is 3-1-3 in series to start the 2026 campaign.
With the loss, Memphis dropped to a half game above the Gwinnett Stripers atop the International League standings. 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 Tuesday, June 2 to begin 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