Joey 'Bombs' Mather en-route to St. Louis? May 30, 2008
By PublisherDate: May 30, 2008 The Cardinals have not indicated that there are any plans to send struggling Chris Duncan to Memphis, but as rumors circulate around AutoZone Park in Memphis late Thursday night, that Joe Mather may be heading to St. Louis this weekend, Duncan seems to be the most likely candidate to get sent down to Triple-A.. to read the rest of this story. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Is Hoover the Best Place for SEC Baseball? May 29, 2008
AutoZone Park Memphis ... Intangibles: AutoZone Park is one of the premiere minor league parks, and Memphis is well equipped when it comes to hotels and other attractions (Beale Street, Graceland, National Civil Rights Museum, and so on). (GamecockInsider.com)
Drug Bust At Redbirds Office Apr 18, 2008
Undercover Memphis Police officers delivered a package with more than 6 pounds of marijuana to the offices of the Memphis Redbirds next to AutoZone PArk. Police say Leslie Walton-Wilkes, an employee at the stadium, was arrested when he accepted the box of pot. (WREG.com, TN)
Mississippi State Drops 9-8 to Memphis Apr 10, 2008
- Cole Shelton's two-run single with two outs in the 10th inning lifted Memphis past Mississippi State 9-8 in college baseball action Tuesday night at AutoZone Park. The Bulldogs (14-18) erased a 7-3 deficit and had actually grabbed an 8-7 lead in the top of the 10th inning when launched a solo home run over the left field wall. (GenesPage.com)
Tigers Snap Nine-Game Skid with 9-8 Extra Inning Victory Over Mississippi State Apr 9, 2008
Junior designated hitter blooped a two-run single into shallow right centerfield to bring home and to send Memphis past Mississippi State 9-8 in 10 innings Tuesday evening at AutoZone Park. The win snapped a nine-game losing streak for Memphis and also ended an eight-game losing string to Mississippi State. (Gotigersgo.com)
Tigers Host Mississippi State at AutoZone Park Apr 9, 2008
com - Tigers Host Mississippi State at AutoZone Park ... Tigers Host Mississippi State at AutoZone Park ... The University of Memphis will play one of its two remaining home midweek contest on Tuesday, when the Tigers host Mississippi State at 6:30 p.m. at AutoZone Park. (Memphis Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tigers Host Mississippi State at AutoZone Park on Tuesday Apr 8, 2008
- The University of Memphis will play one of its two remaining home midweek contest on Tuesday, when the Tigers host Mississippi State at 6:30 p.m. at AutoZone Park. Last Time Out No. 12 Rice 7, Memphis 7 Memphis took a 6-4 lead into the ninth inning, but No. 12 Rice rallied with three runs in the last frame to sweep the Tigers in a 7-6 decision on Sunday afternoon at Nat Buring Stadium. (Gotigersgo.com)
No. 12 Rice Rallies for 7-6 Win Over Memphis Apr 8, 2008
The Tigers return to action on Tuesday, April 8 when they host Ron Polk and the Mississippi State Bulldogs at AutoZone Park. First pitch is scheduled for 6:30 p.m.. (Gotigersgo.com)
Bulldogs spilt doubleheader with Wildcats Apr 6, 2008
Game time is 6:30 p.m. at AutoZone Park. Appeared originally in the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal, 4/5/2008, section 0 , page 0. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
There's more to Memphis than Elvis Apr 3, 2008
I do also miss AutoZone Park. BBQ NACHOS ROCK. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bauman: Baseball real winner in Memphis Apr 1, 2008
On the field Saturday at AutoZone Park, the splendid facility of the Memphis Redbirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals, these two teams were perfectly positioned for this event. Their commitment to diversity had gone beyond rhetoric to reality. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Memphis Set for Midweek Series with Ole Miss Apr 1, 2008
The Tigers and Rebels will play in the annual tilt at AutoZone Park on Tuesday, before heading to Oxford for the series finale at Swayze Field on Wednesday. Both games are scheduled for a 6:30 p.m. first pitch. (Gotigersgo.com)
Sox have inspiring weekend in Memphis Mar 31, 2008
-- If Saturday's contest between the White Sox and Mets at AutoZone Park didn't represent the second annual Civil Rights Game, the culmination of an informative and often moving weekend of activities, then Ozzie Guillen might not have been around to see Ricardo Rincon's final pitch. The White Sox trailed by two runs in the seventh inning but had put two runners on base against reliever Scott Schoeneweis. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Mets edge White Sox in Civil Rights Game Mar 31, 2008
"Everything is great," said Guillen, sitting half-dressed behind a desk inside AutoZone Park. "Everything is perfect.". (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Rebels lose, keep SEC West lead Mar 31, 2008
"Ole Miss will return to action on Tuesday when the Rebels will play Memphis at AutoZone Park. First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m. Appeared originally in the Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal, 3/31/2008, section C , page 5 2001-2008 Journal Publishing Company, Inc. All Rights Reserved.. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Marshall Completes Sweep of Memphis with 11-1 Route Mar 31, 2008
Memphis will host Ole Miss in the annual clash at AutoZone Park on Tues. April 1. (Gotigersgo.com)
Rebels avoid sweep, take game three Mar 31, 2008
Ole Miss will return to action on Tuesday when the Rebels will travel to Memphis to take on the Tigers at AutoZone Park. First pitch is set for 6:30 p.m.. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Mets moved by visit to Civil Rights Museum Mar 31, 2008
As invited participants along with the White Sox in yesterday's Civil Rights Game at AutoZone Park, the Mets received a guided tour of the museum. It was an experience that instantly affected several first-timers to the exhibits. (NJ.com -- Sports)
Dye, other Sox eyes opened in Memphis Mar 30, 2008
But on Saturday morning, Dye shared the stage with 16-year-old actor Kyle Massey at AutoZone Park in Memphis during a discussion with close to 100 kids as part of Civil Rights Game weekend. The star of Cory in the House and the co-star of That's So Raven even stole the show, at times, during a question and answer session, which was fine with the White Sox right fielder. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Civil Rights Game could change venues Mar 30, 2008
After a pair of superlative years as host to the first two Civil Rights Games, there's no guarantee it will be back for a third, a high-ranking Major League Baseball official said on Sunday during the course of the Mets' 3-2 victory over the White Sox at AutoZone Park ... In the Civil Right Game's early stages, AutoZone Park, a 14,384-seat downtown Triple-A facility, has been an apt place to grow the game. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Mets close out weekened of Civil Rights festivities with 3-2 win over White Sox Mar 30, 2008
AutoZone Park is only a short distance north of the National Civil Rights Museum, the former Lorraine Motel where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was killed 40 years ago. "The game is an awareness of what happened in the past, not just to Martin Luther King, but in general," Mets infielder Damion Easley said. (Freeport Journal-Standard, IL)
Robinson, Reinsdorf honored on Friday Mar 29, 2008
This year's exhibition tilt is between the New York Mets and White Sox on Saturday at nearby AutoZone Park. Kyles was near Rev. Martin Luther King on the balcony of the Lorraine Motel when the civil rights leader was struck dead by an assassin's bullet in 1968. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
MLB spotlights Civil Rights Movement Mar 25, 2008
The plaques will also be available for fans to view Saturday at AutoZone Park throughout the ballgame ... Tickets are also available at MLB.com and at the AutoZone Park box office. (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Events mark 40th anniversary of King assassination Mar 18, 2008
On March 29, a baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and New York Mets will be held in AutoZone Park, 4 p.m., followed by a dinner recognizing civil rights sports pioneers. "381 Days: Montgomery Bus Boycott Story Exhibit," at the museum through April 13. (USA Today -- Travel)
Anniversary events honor Martin Luther King Mar 15, 2008
On March 29, a baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and New York Mets will be held in AutoZone Park, 4 p.m., followed by a dinner recognizing civil rights sports pioneers. 381 Days: Montgomery Bus Boycott Story Exhibit," at the museum through April 13.The Man & The Mission Forum," at the museum, April 1, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.. (MSNBC -- Travel)
Men's Baseball Feb 15, 2008
(Games to be played at AutoZone Park are excluded). Games at AutoZone Park les Park (one price for everyone) ... For games played at AutoZone Park - gates will open 1 hour before the start of the game. (Gotigersgo.com)
Taking the Next Step: 2008 Tigers Look to Continue Recent Success Under Schoenrock Feb 13, 2008
" The league had four teams get into the NCAA Regionals last year, including Rice, who was the preseason No. 1 and national No. 2 seed in the tournament. The Tigers will get their first taste of road action 10 games into the season when they travel to Athens, Ga., for a three-game series against the University of Georgia. Schoenrock approached this year's schedule similarly. The U of M's 31-game home slate is highlighted by a strong collection of marquee matchups that include 27 games at Nat... (Gotigersgo.com)
Baseball and Softball Season Tickets Now on Sale Jan 26, 2008
Season tickets do not include games played at AutoZone Park or Pringles Park. The Memphis baseball team opens its 2008 home schedule on Tuesday, February 26 against UT Martin. (Gotigersgo.com)
Mailbag: Who will fill out the rotation? Jan 8, 2008
The Memphis Redbirds list a Jan. 20 date at AutoZone Park in Memphis at their Web site, and a newspaper in southern Illinois reported a Jan. 20 stop in Mount Vernon, Ill. is a reporter for MLB.com. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
Bauman: Game reminder of struggles Dec 5, 2007
at AutoZone Park, home of the Memphis Redbirds, the Triple-A affiliate of the Cardinals. The game is important for what it symbolizes -- in baseball and in all of American society, for that matter. (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Sox honored by Civil Rights nod Dec 4, 2007
" Williams was joined on the dais at the Gaylord Opryland Resort ntion Center, the site of this year's Winter Meetings, by White Sox manager Ozzie Guillen, Mets general manager Omar Minaya and Mets manager Willie Randolph. Williams stands as one of two African-American general managers in the game, while Guillen became the first native Venezuelan to serve as manager upon his hiring in 2004. Guillen also quickly became the first manager to bring a World Series trophy back to Venezuela. Being part... (MLB.com -- Chi White Sox White Sox)
Mets to be in Civil Rights Game Dec 4, 2007
The Mets will play the White Sox in AutoZone Park, home of the Cardinals' Triple-A Memphis Redbirds affiliate, as the focal point of two days commemorating the Civil Rights Movement. The game, staged for the first time last April, pays tribute to one of this country's most significant eras of social change, Major League Baseball's involvement in the historic struggle and the legendary African-American players who broke barriers and made important contributions to American society -- Robinson,... (MLB.com -- NY Mets Mets)
Tiger Baseball Releases 2008 Schedule Nov 22, 2007
The U of M's 31-game home slate is highlighted by a strong collection of marquee matchups that include 27 games at Nat Buring Stadium and two games each at AutoZone Park, and Pringles Park in Jackson, Tenn ... The Tigers welcome the Bulldogs and Rebels to AutoZone Park on April 1 and April 8, respectively. (Gotigersgo.com)
Softball Participates in Girl Scout Convention Nov 6, 2007
Memphis of the Memphis softball team pose with Girl Scouts at AutoZone Park ... Members of the University of Memphis softball team participated in a Girl Scout Organization convention at AutoZone Park this fall. (Gotigersgo.com)
A00004000nkiel a hit in return to big stage Aug 28, 2007
And instead of the state-of-the-art facilities at Busch Stadium, Ankiel and Eckstein settled for batting cages underneath the stands at AutoZone Park in Memphis. "It's about getting better every day and making sure I never take a step back," Ankiel said. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
AutoZone Park scores home run with vegetarians Aug 18, 2007
People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals ranked the Memphis Redbirds' AutoZone Park as the fifth most vegetarian-friendly minor league ballpark in the country ... "AutoZone Park's great vegetarian selection benefits both animals and the health of fans, who will be less likely to keel over from a meat-induced heart attack as they cheer the next Redbirds home run," said PETA assistant director Dan Shannon. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Memphis professional teams play to win through charitable giving Aug 7, 2007
The Redbirds, through the , have paid nearly $7 million toward the $80 million debt on AutoZone Park, which will be given to the city when the debt is paid off. Through the RBI (Returning Baseball to the Inner Cities) and STRIPES (Sports Teams Returning in the Public Education System) programs, the team has been instrumental in bringing baseball back to Memphis' youth. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
2. CCC looks into hiring private security to curb panhandling Jul 30, 2007
"In an urban environment like Downtown, the only thing that really works is foot patrols, not police cars driving down Main Street or police cars driving around Court Square. "You need to have uniformed security of some sort walking the beat," said Morris. "You don't see panhandlers at The Peabody or at AutoZone Park, and the reason is they have private security who do patrols by foot in those areas and we need to extend that effort to the rest of Downtown. " Larry Bloom, public safety... (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
Grizzlies rally past Redbirds Jul 29, 2007
Tomas De La Rosa and William Bergolla each drove in three runs apiece as the Fresno Grizzlies snapped their three-game losing streak with a 7-3 victory against the Memphis Redbirds on Saturday night at AutoZone Park in Tennessee. Nate Schierholtz hit a solo home run in the second inning off Memphis starter Matt Ginter, helping further offset a pair off errors by the Grizzlies. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Notes: Sosa supports Bonds Jul 19, 2007
Botts on Oklahoma DL: Oklahoma RedHawks outfielder/DH Jason Botts was placed on the seven-day Pacific Coast League disabled list on Wednesday after sustaining stitches and a fractured tip of his right ring finger in Tuesday night's game at AutoZone Park in Memphis. Botts, who turns 27 on July 26, was injured as a shallow pop fly in Tuesday's sixth inning grazed his finger as he made a catch in the 7-1 RedHawks victory. (MLB.com -- Texas Rangers)
3. Redbird, Isotope arrested after dispute Jul 9, 2007
Hours after the Memphis Redbirds defeated the Albuquerque Isotopes on Friday night at AutoZone Park, one player from each team wound up in jail following an alleged altercation on Beale Street. Redbirds catcher Brian Esposito and Isotopes infielder Andrew Beattie were arrested early Saturday morning after Memphis police observed a disturbance in front of the EP Delta Kitchen t 126 Beale St.. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
5. Griz don't need grizzled castoffs Jul 2, 2007
Combined with a Monday night visit with my 13-year-old son to AutoZone Park for a Redbirds' game, I was reminded twice in one week how much fun Downtown Memphis can be, especially in the summer. It constantly adds new, great restaurants, there's energy and it's safer than the image that is often portrayed. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
Conley to appear at Redbirds game Jun 30, 2007
Grizzlies draft pick Mike Conley Jr. will make his first public appearance tonight at AutoZone Park, signing autographs before the take on the Round Rock Express. Conley's autograph session will take place from 6-6:30 p.m. He will also throw out the first pitch before the game. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Rick Ankiel making another run at the majors - as an outfielder Jun 27, 2007
MEMPHIS - Rick Ankiel has produced big numbers at AutoZone Park before. In 2001, there were 10 runs in 4 1/3 innings and 12 wild pitches. (Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal)
Memphis grooves to its own soundtrack Jun 24, 2007
Sports fans can enjoy AutoZone Park, downtown home of the Triple A Redbirds. Main Street's vintage trolley line and funky arts district are in the midst of a resurgence, and there's even talk of extending Beale's club scene the couple of blocks down to the Mississippi River's edge. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Casino supports Civil Rights Museum Jun 14, 2007
Earlier this year, gave the museum $40,000 in proceeds from the first Civil Rights Game held at AutoZone Park on March 31. Extra. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Percival begins comeback Jun 13, 2007
MEMPHIS -- Troy Percival stepped onto the field here at AutoZone Park for the first time Monday night and paused to soak in the scene. "It's beautiful," said the 37-year-old reliever, who could be activated by the Redbirds as soon as Wednesday as he begins his attempt at a big-league comeback. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
The Cardinals Minor League Notebook 06/13 Jun 13, 2007
Date: Jun 13, 2007 The much anticipated pitching duel between two top organizational prospects; Memphis hurler Anthony Reyes and the Sounds Yovani Gallardo, didnt disappoint the fans at AutoZone Park in Memphis Tuesday night. Reyes came out on top in the pitching duel with a 2-1 win. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
New Negro Leagues exhibit to tour U.S. Jun 1, 2007
The unveiling was held in conjunction with the inaugural Civil Rights Game at AutoZone Park, and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum and Bank of America were still trying to hammer out details of their partnership. On Friday in Baltimore, the "Discover Greatness" exhibition will open at the Great Blacks in Wax Museum, and the exhibition will remain there until July 14. (MLB.com -- Kansas City Royals)
1. 2007 NBA draft lottery: Un-four-tunate May 24, 2007
Six-year-old Amy Lynn gives Grizz a hug as he was drumming up excitement in front of AutoZone Park for Tuesday night's draft lottery. Story Tools | RELATED STORIES. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
2. Acting on 'public purpose,' government can snatch private property May 14, 2007
Eminent domain has been used, or threatened, in several Downtown projects, including FedExForum, AutoZone Park, the National Civil Rights Museum and in the airport buyout area. With eminent domain, the government offers "just compensation" for the property and then takes the land. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
Memphis Baseball Set for Home C-USA Weekend Versus UCF May 4, 2007
Memphis brings a 27-17 record into the C-USA series after falling to No. 13 Ole Miss 10-2 on Wednesday evening at AutoZone Park. The Tigers are currently third in the league standings with a 9-6 record. (Gotigersgo.com)
Overbeck gets job done at the plate May 4, 2007
Things could've begun a little better for Cody Overbeck Wednesday night when the Rebels took on Memphis at AutoZone Park. Facing a team he'd already homered against twice earlier this year, Overbeck walked to the plate in top of the first. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
No. 13 Ole Miss Sweeps Season Series with Memphis May 3, 2007
Back-to-back home runs by Zack Cozart and Cody Overbeck highlighted a three-run third inning and ignited a string of five consecutive innings in which No. 13 Ole Miss scored a run as the Rebels cruised to a 10-2 victory over Memphis Wednesday evening at AutoZone Park. Ole Miss starter Brett Bukvich controlled the Tiger offense in a solid five inning effort. (Gotigersgo.com)
Ole Miss - Memphis preview May 3, 2007
Timing's on the Rebels' side, with Ole Miss taking on Memphis Wednesday at 6:30 p.m. at Autozone Park in Memphis. After playing 17 innings on Sunday, the Rebels got a much-needed day off on Monday. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
Tiger Baseball Hosts 13th-Ranked Ole Miss May 2, 2007
May 2 when the Tigers host No. 13 Ole Miss in the annual matchup at AutoZone Park ... Memphis at AutoZone Park Wednesday's tilt with the 13th ranked Rebels will mark the fourth time the Tigers have played at the AAA stadium this year ... In six games versus Ole Miss at AutoZone Park, Memphis has won just once. (Gotigersgo.com)
This week with Mike May 2, 2007
Bianco spoke with the press about Wednesday's game with Memphis at Autozone Park, the Rebels' productive lineup, Scott Bittle, and lastly, the death of Josh Hancock, who's brother Jon Jon pitched for Ole Miss in 2006. (To continue reading this article you must be a subscriber. (Ole Miss Sports -- Rivals.com)
AutoZone Park stands in for big league venue Apr 21, 2007
AutoZone Park is getting recognition these days for being more than the home of the Redbirds ... Since the spots are sponsored by Sears, they feature a Craftsman riding lawnmower, but the title shots, concourse footage and the grand finale all feature AutoZone Park ... Kerry Sewell, vice president of marketing for the Redbirds, says ESPN discovered AutoZone Park on the Internet and fell in love with the facility. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
Memphis Baseball Takes on Austin Peay In Midweek Set Apr 17, 2007
The last time the Tigers defeated the Governors was in 2004 when Memphis won a 5-2 ballgame at AutoZone Park. (Gotigersgo.com)
Parachuting mascots and all at the Park Apr 7, 2007
There's Dunn Tire Park, Dell Diamond, AutoZone Park and Security Service Field, which seems like a place where there should almost never be unruly fans. In Double-A, there is Dr. Pepper/Seven-Up Ballpark and Whataburger Field and Pringles Park. (Fresno Bee -- Sports)
Strides realized in Civil Rights Game Apr 3, 2007
-- From the protection of the roof of a party suite at AutoZone Park, Joe B. Scott looked down at the inaugural Civil Rights Game presented by AutoZone, a 5-1 victory by the St. Louis Cardinals over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday. He was watching something that, as an African-American teenager growing up in Chicago in the 1930s, he was told he would never see: non-whites playing Major League Baseball. (MLB.com -- St. Louis Cardinals)
4. Selig sees contest's future in Memphis Apr 2, 2007
But about five hours before the first pitch was served up at AutoZone Park on Saturday afternoon, Bud Selig tossed a curveball ... So, on Saturday afternoon, as a steady rain tapered into a light drizzle, the grounds crew at AutoZone Park removed a white tarp that covered the infield shortly before 4 p.m.. (The Commercial Appeal, TN)
Civil Rights Game Cardinals 5, Indians 1 Apr 2, 2007
AutoZone Park slowly filled with fans anxious to get the game underway ... -For those who have not visited AutoZone Park in Memphis, it would be a good idea to go. (St. Louis, TheInsiders.com)
Tribe notes: Wedge reprioritizes in '07 Apr 1, 2007
He walked three and didn't strike out anyone in losing to the defending champion St. Louis Cardinals, 5-1, AutoZone Park. Offensively, the Indians didn't do much either. (MLB.com -- Cleveland Indians)
Redbirds see record attendance Apr 1, 2007
The set a record for attendance with 18,302 fans filling AutoZone Park Tuesday night, breaking the previous record of 17,508. The Independence Day crowd was the largest in 129 years of Memphis professional baseball. (Memphis Business Journal, TN)
