MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game homestand with a 9-1 loss to the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) on Wednesday afternoon at AutoZone Park.
Starting pitcher Brycen Mautz (0-2) was fantastic outside of a two-run home run the left-handed pitcher allowed in the first inning. Mautz allowed just those two runs in 6.0 innings on six hits, walked none and struck out a season high-tying seven batters. MLB Rehabbing Matt Pushard tossed a scoreless frame in relief and allowed one hit.
Eight of the nine Memphis batters reached safely in the loss. Left fielder Matt Koperniak drove in the lose Redbirds run with a two-out single in the bottom of the second inning. Koperniak and third baseman Ramon Mendoza each led the offense with a 2-for-4 effort on Wednesday afternoon.
With the loss, Memphis remained in a tie atop the International League standings with the Gwinnett Stripers. 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 Thursday, May 14 to begin a six-game series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) with first pitch scheduled for 11:05 a.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