Memphis Drops Tuesday Night Opener to Durham
Published on August 6, 2025 under International League (IL)
Memphis Redbirds News Release
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - The Memphis Redbirds opened a six-game homestand against the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay) with a 6-1 loss on Tuesday night at AutoZone Park.
Starting pitcher Aaron Wilkerson tossed 5.0 scoreless innings in his third start with Memphis. The right-handed pitcher allowed three hits, walked one and struck out five. Since joining the Redbirds, Wilkerson has allowed just two runs in 17.0 innings pitched. Right-handed reliever Gerson Moreno pitched a perfect inning with two strikeouts in his team debut.
First baseman Blaze Jordan drove home the lone Memphis run with a sacrifice fly in the seventh inning. Right fielder Nathan Church tallied two of the four Redbirds hits with a 2-for-4 night. Designated hitter Matt Lloyd reached twice with two walks.
The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park on Wednesday, August 6 to continue a six-game series at AutoZone Park against the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays) with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CDT.
For more information on the Redbirds 2025 season visit www.memphisredbirds.com. Additional information about ticket on-sales, promotions, theme nights, and giveaways will be available throughout the season.
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