Redbirds clinch series win, hang on late at Stripers
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds secured a series victory with a 3-2 win in game two of a three-game series on Saturday night at the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves). Starting pitcher Bruce Zimmerman allowed a first-inning run but settled in for 4.0 innings of one-run, three-hit baseball. The
MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The Memphis Redbirds secured a series victory with a 3-2 win in game two of a three-game series on Saturday night at the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves).
Starting pitcher Bruce Zimmerman allowed a first-inning run but settled in for 4.0 innings of one-run, three-hit baseball. The left-handed pitcher walked three and struck out five in his first career appearance with Memphis. Max Rajcic (1-0) earned the win with 2.0 scoreless innings in relief.
Through 9.2 innings to start the season, the Redbirds bullpen has not allowed a run. Skylar Hales (S, 1) worked out of a bases-loaded, one-out jam in the ninth to nail down the save.
First baseman Blaze Jordan led the Memphis offense with a three-hit night. The right-handed hitter put the Redbirds in front with an RBI single in the sixth. Center fielder Joshua Báez and left fielder Matt Koperniak each added an RBI in the win.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, March 31 to begin the 2026 home schedule against the Norfolk Tides (Triple-A, Baltimore Orioles) 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.
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