IL Memphis Redbirds

Memphis Drops Homestand Opener

June 2, 2021 - International League (IL)
Memphis Redbirds News Release


MEMPHIS, Tenn. - A two-week-long homestand at AutoZone Park started on a sour note, as the Redbirds fell to the Toledo Mud Hens (Triple-A affiliate, Detroit Tigers), 7-0, on a warm Wednesday night.

The early headlines in the game were dominated by the pitching. Zack Thompson went 5.1 innings for Memphis (9-16), allowing just two earned runs on five hits plus five strikeouts. The Cardinals' first-round pick in 2019 bounced back nicely from a tough outing last week at Gwinnett, when he allowed eight earned runs in 1.1 innings of work.

Logan Shore, the starter for Toledo (12-12), was even better. The right-hander went 6.1 scoreless innings, scattering six hits while striking out four 'Birds batters. Shore also did not issue a walk in his outing.

The Mud Hens pulled away late via the power hitting of Aderlin Rodríguez. The 29-year-old slugged a solo home run in the seventh inning and then busted the game open with a grand slam in the eighth. Rodríguez now has four home runs and 16 RBIs this season.

The Memphis Redbirds are the proud Triple-A Affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. Memphis has claimed four League Championships and one Triple-A National Championship since their affiliation with St. Louis began in 1998. For the latest team news, follow the Redbirds on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Ticket information can be found at memphisredbirds.com/tickets.

Next Game

Thursday, June 3 vs. Toledo (Doubleheader, First Game to Start at 5:05 p.m. CT)

- Redbirds Game One Probable Starter: TBD

- Redbirds Game Two Probable Starter: TBD

- Mud Hens Game One Probable Starter: RHP Matt Manning

- Mud Hens Game Two Probable Starter: LHP Locke St. John

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