MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Interstat) — The Memphis Redbirds remained unbeaten, scratching out a 5-4 victory over the Norfolk Tides on Friday afternoon at AutoZone Park. Memphis scored single runs in the third through sixth innings and added a decisive run in the eighth to secure the win.

Bruce Zimmermann earned the win for Memphis, striking out nine over six innings while allowing two runs on five hits. Dean Kremer took the loss for Norfolk. Matt Koperniak and Bligh Madris homered for the Redbirds, while Jud Fabian homered for the Tides.

Ian Bedell recorded the final three outs for his first save despite allowing a run in the ninth. Attendance was 2,500. The game lasted 2 hours, 35 minutes. Memphis improved to 6-0, while Norfolk fell to 1-5.