PCL1 Memphis Redbirds

Memphis Finishes off Sweep

Published on August 29, 2010 under Pacific Coast League (PCL1)
Memphis Redbirds News Release


MEMPHIS, TN - Memphis finished off a five-game sweep of Round Rock Sunday afternoon with an 11-3 win at AutoZone Park.

Mark Hamilton led the way in Memphis' sixth straight win driving in six runs and going 4-for-5 with a pair of home runs. Hamilton capped a three-run first inning with a two-run shot then drove in a run with a double in the 'Birds three-run third inning. The former Tulane star then blasted his second home run of the day, a three-run shot, in the fourth to give the Redbirds a 10-2 advantage. Nick Stavinoha added three runs and three hits in the victory. For the Express Jack Shuck had two hits and Collin DeLome hit his 16th home run of the year.

Brandon Dickson picked up his 11th win of the season pitching 6.1 innings allowing two runs on six hits with a season-high nine strikeouts. Round Rock starter Shane Loux took the loss giving up 10 runs, six earned, on 12 hits in just four innings of work.

The Redbirds welcome New Orleans to town tomorrow night with first pitch scheduled for 7:05 p.m. The 'Birds hand the ball to 12-game winner Lance Lynn against Zephyrs right-hander Tom Mastny. Tomorrow night is Alzheimer's Awareness Night with the Redbirds wearing special purple jerseys. For ticket information call 901.721.6000 or visit memphisredbirds.com.

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