MEMPHIS, TN – The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series against the Charlotte Knights with a 12-9 win at Truist Park on Friday night.
The Redbirds jumped out to a big lead after the first three frames. Shortstop Masyn Winn started things off with a home run on the first pitch of the game. The home run was the second leadoff home run by a Memphis Redbird this season.
Memphis Redbirds on Twitter: “MASYN WINN ON THE FIRST PITCH OF THE GAME pic.twitter.com/XsGCrL6kcv / Twitter”
MASYN WINN ON THE FIRST PITCH OF THE GAME pic.twitter.com/XsGCrL6kcv
Designated hitter Luken Baker and centerfielder Richie Palacios each clubbed a home run in the win. Each of the first three batters in the lineup hit a homer. In total, six Redbirds posted multi-hit efforts.
Memphis Redbirds on Twitter: “WHAT DID LUKEN BAKER JUST DO?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?! pic.twitter.com/plU0wOG9cV / Twitter”
WHAT DID LUKEN BAKER JUST DO?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?!?! pic.twitter.com/plU0wOG9cV
Gordon Graceffo allowed six runs on eight hits in 4.2 innings pitched. The right-handed pitcher walked three and struck out eight batters. Reliever Chris Roycroft (1-0) earned his first Triple-A win.
Memphis Redbirds on Twitter: “Guys. Masyn Winn again. pic.twitter.com/ZREPlm8oB0 / Twitter”
Guys. Masyn Winn again. pic.twitter.com/ZREPlm8oB0
The Redbirds (47-47) return to AutoZone Park on Tuesday, July 25 to begin a six-game homestand at 7:05p.m. CDT against the Iowa Cubs. You can find more information on upcoming promotions at AutoZone Park here.
