Redbirds hang on to one-run victory after rain delay

Game delayed 85 minutes prior to first pitch, Memphis takes series lead

by Alex Coil August 4, 2024

written by Alex Coil August 4, 2024 Donate To Author

The Memphis Redbirds continued a six-game series and 12-game road trip with a 3-2 win over the Durham Bulls (Triple-A, Tampa Bay Rays) on Saturday night at Durham.

After an 85-minute rain delay, Memphis waited until the fourth inning to find the scoreboard. Second baseman Thomas Saggese made it 1-0 with his 13th home run with two outs in the frame. The Redbirds rallied for two more runs in the top of the eighth inning to take a 3-1 lead. Right fielder Jordan Walker went 3-for-4 with a run scored in the win.

Starting pitcher Gordon Graceffo tossed 6.0 shutout innings, but did not factor in the decision. The right-handed pitcher allowed three hits, walked none and struck out two. Ryan Loutos (S, 12) pitched a perfect ninth with two strikeouts to seal the victory.

The Memphis Redbirds return to AutoZone Park to begin a six-game homestand against the Gwinnett Stripers (Triple-A, Atlanta Braves) on Tuesday, August 6 with first pitch scheduled for 6:45 p.m. CDT.