Redbirds secure series split with victory in finale at Mud Hens
TOLEDO, Ohio – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game road trip at the Toledo Mud Hens (Triple-A, Detroit Tigers) with an 8-1 victory at Fifth Third Field on Saturday night. Memphis scored all eight runs in the top of the sixth inning or later. Infielder Ramon Mendoza added insurance
TOLEDO, Ohio – The Memphis Redbirds wrapped up a six-game road trip at the Toledo Mud Hens (Triple-A, Detroit Tigers) with an 8-1 victory at Fifth Third Field on Saturday night.
Memphis scored all eight runs in the top of the sixth inning or later. Infielder Ramon Mendoza added insurance with a two-run homer in the top of the eighth, his third longball of the season. First baseman Bligh Madris led the way with a 3-for-4 day and added three RBIs.
In a bullpen game, Scott Blewett, Luis Gastelum, Max Rajcic (3-1) and MLB Rehabber Matt Pushard combined to work the first 7.1 innings of the game scoreless. The lone Toledo run scored on a sacrifice fly in the bottom of the eighth.
With the win, Memphis secures at least a tie atop the International League standings. The Redbirds have spent every day of the 2026 season in at least a tie for first place. Memphis secured a series split thanks to Sunday’s win and remained unbeaten in sets through six series this season.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, May 12 to begin a six-game series against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 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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