Memphis Redbirds reassure fans: We’re still playing ball this year
The Major League Baseball lockout does not affect operations in the minor leagues.
Topic: Memphis Redbirds
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March 2022
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December 2021
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Redbirds bought by new ownership group
The Memphis Redbirds are one of nine minor league teams being bought by Endeavor Group Holdings, which also owns Professional Bull Riders and UFC. It is not known yet how this will affect Memphis 901 FC, which shares AutoZone Park with the Redbirds.
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September 2021
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On the Redbirds’ ‘Grizzlies Night’ event, it’s a job well done, plus a job offer
For Nick Mejia, who designed the Grizzlies-themed baseball jerseys for the Redbirds, it was a thrill to see his vision come true — and more.
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August 2021
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Redbirds announce 2022 schedule
Gwinnett comes to town for the season opener and the first of 24 games between the two teams.
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Table Talk: Vax passports, sandwich sampling, and a leftovers pro tip
Three local restaurants/bars require vaccine cards, an idea for giving new life to leftovers, prosecco on tap has us giddy, and everyone loves a good sandwich.
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Redbirds host a BBQ weekend; Abner’s expands; Bari is back
The Memphis Redbirds are getting in the barbecue spirit with an upcoming weekend ribs competition; they’re even changing the team name for two games.
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Gwinnett ends Redbirds’ historic winning streak
Stripers’ starter shuts down baseball’s hottest team.
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July 2021
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Redbirds win 15th straight as offense gets hot
Memphis sweeps Louisville, with four homers in last two games.
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Redbirds’ magic takes winning streak to 13 games
Juan Yepez hits his second homer in as many days against Louisville.
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Redbirds set franchise-record winning streak
Memphis shuts out Louisville for 12th straight victory.
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The Early Word: Redbirds make history. Hardaway recycles it.
Just for fun, enjoy a cold one at Grind City and take a selfie at Pose 901. Let history record the Redbirds streak, and the removal of Forrest’s bust. Meanwhile, Hardaway makes his own history ... and repeats it.
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June 2021
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Redbirds catcher Tyler ‘Heindini’ Heineman’s magic goes viral
The journeyman taught himself how to perform magic and uses his skills to loosen things up if it’s a tense clubhouse.
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May 2021
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AutoZone Park to return to full capacity for 901 FC, Redbirds games
Fans no longer required to wear masks in outdoor areas.
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Calkins: After a year of emptiness, baseball has returned to AutoZone Park
Sure, there was a rain delay. But after 610 days and nights without baseball in Memphis, what’s another two hours? It was a wet (but glorious!) night at AutoZone Park as the Redbirds made their return.
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April 2021
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Top pitching prospects headed to Redbirds to open the season
Matthew Liberatore and Zack Thompson headline the rotation.
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Redbirds seating pods to go on sale Wednesday
Initial capacity will be limited to 3,000 fans a game.
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February 2021
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Redbirds announce date of season opener (hopefully)
Teams will play six-game series under new minor-league baseball scheduling system.
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Redbirds get new rivals in MLB’s minor-league remodel
Realignment is intended to reduce travel and create a more efficient talent pipeline.
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December 2020
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University of Tennessee president joins Redbirds ownership group
Randy Boyd brings state-wide connections, valuable baseball experience to an already-successful organization. “He’s Mr. Tennessee,” said Craig Unger, Redbirds president and general manager.
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Cardinals and Redbirds extend affiliation through 2030
Legacy of pro baseball in Memphis dates to the 1870s.
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October 2020
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Redbirds’ owner joins MLB’s effort to upgrade minor leagues
Peter Freund, owner of three minor-league teams, is joining the initiative to improve player development.
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August 2020
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Room Without a View: Former Redbirds manager Stubby Clapp is trapped
Positive COVID-19 tests have postponed seven Cardinals games and left the team, including the first base coach, stranded in a Milwaukee hotel.
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July 2020
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Season of Sacrifice: If Cardinals have great season, Stubby Clapp might not see his family until November
MLB plans to play on despite the number of positive COVID-19 tests on the Miami Marlins. For St. Louis Cardinals coach Stubby Clapp, that means he can keep working -- hopefully all the way through the World Series. But there's a cost: Clapp and his family probably won't see each other till season's end.
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Memphis manager Ben Johnson busy, just not on baseball field
He's not managing this season because COVID-19 wiped out the minor league season, but Memphis Redbirds skipper Ben Johnson has players to call and a "honey do" list that just won't quit.
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June 2020
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It’s official: No professional baseball at AutoZone Park this summer
MLB will have a 60-game season, but with no minor-league season, no St. Louis Cardinals "taxi squad" working out in Memphis and no pop-up league for minor-league free agents. AutoZone Park will not have any pro baseball this year.
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