Opportunity knocks: New Redbirds pitchers have fresh start in Cardinals’ organization
Drew Rom (12) is one of three young pitching prospects for the St. Louis Cardinals who will be playing for the Memphis Redbirds through the end of this season. He is pictured here pitching for the Aberdeen IronBirds in 2021. (Vera Nieuwenhuis/AP Photo file)
Three new pitchers now in the starting rotation for the Memphis Redbirds are essentially auditioning for the same role with the 2024 St. Louis Cardinals.
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Memphis Redbirds St. Louis Cardinals Ben Johnson Drew Rom Sem Robberse Adam Kloffenstein Subscriber Only2025 is almost over. Now is the time to support your trusted local news source.
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Don Wade
Don Wade has been a Memphis journalist since 1998 and he has won awards for both his sports and news/feature writing. He is originally from Kansas City and is married with three sons.
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