Memphis Redbirds News: September 1 - September 7, 2024

The Memphis Redbirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, have had a mixed bag of performances over the past week. Here’s a look at some of the highlights and low points:

Recent Games

- **Series Against Gwinnett Stripers**: The Redbirds concluded a six-game homestand with a 5-4 win over the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) on Sunday afternoon at AutoZone Park. This victory was a testament to the team’s resilience, as they scored all five runs between the first and fifth innings.

- **Doubleheader Split at Jacksonville**: The Redbirds split a doubleheader at the Jacksonville Jumbo Shrimp (Triple-A, Miami Marlins) on Friday night. Memphis took the lead in the sixth inning of game one on a catcher Ivan Herrera RBI single, but lost the second game.

- **Loss to Nashville Sounds**: The Redbirds faced a tough loss in extra innings against the Nashville Sounds (Triple-A, Milwaukee Brewers) on Wednesday night at AutoZone Park. The Sounds outlasted the Redbirds 4-3 in 11 innings, with Freddy Zamora delivering a crucial single in the 11th inning to secure the win for Nashville.

Standout Performances

- **Ivan Herrera**: The catcher had a notable performance in the doubleheader against Jacksonville, hitting an RBI single to take the lead in game one.

- **Jordan Walker**: The right fielder smacked his second home run in as many games against the Gwinnett Stripers, contributing to the Redbirds’ 5-4 win.

- **Thomas Saggese**: The second baseman hit a home run in the loss to Gwinnett on Friday night, showcasing his power at the plate.

Upcoming Events

- **Miranda Lambert Concert**: The Redbirds will host Miranda Lambert in concert on Saturday, Sept. 28, at AutoZone Park as part of the “Music on the Diamond” series, a nationwide concert series featuring top artists performing at iconic Minor League ballparks.

Season Ticket Information

- **2025 Season Ticket Memberships**: The Redbirds have announced that season ticket membership packages for the 2025 season are now available. These packages include 20-game memberships, half-season memberships, and three levels of full-season memberships, offering various benefits such as guaranteed giveaways.

The past week has been a rollercoaster for the Memphis Redbirds, with both thrilling victories and heartbreaking losses. As the team continues to navigate the challenges of the Triple-A season, fans can look forward to exciting upcoming events and the opportunity to secure season tickets for the 2025 season.