DES MOINES, Iowa – The Memphis Redbirds finished a six-game series and continued 12-game road trip with an 18-4 loss to the Iowa Cubs (Triple-A, Chicago Cubs) on Sunday afternoon at Principal Park.
Memphis jumped in front with a three-run top of the first inning. Third baseman Blaze Jordan smacked a bases-clearing double to get the scoring started. The Redbirds did not score again until the top of the ninth when pinch hitter Colton Ledbetter drove in a run with a double of his own.
Starting pitcher Ian Bedell allowed three runs on three hits, walked two and struck out one in 1.0 inning pitched in his first appearance off of the Developmental List. Memphis pitching allowed nine runs in the second inning and eight more in the bottom of the eighth.
With the loss, Memphis dropped behind the Rochester Red Wings (Triple-A, Washington Nationals) for first place in the International League standings for the first time in 2026. The Redbirds had 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 Louisville Bats (Triple-A, Cincinnati Reds) 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