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Alexander Leads Memphis to Sweep of Illinois State

MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Less than 24 hours after needing an epic comeback to beat Illinois State, Memphis took an early lead Sunday and held off the Redbirds for a 3-1 win that completed the three-game sweep at FedExPark. Connor Alexander pitched seven scoreless innings to lead Memphis (4-2) to the clean sweep of Illinois State.

Alexander bounced back in a big way for a tough start on opening weekend, striking out a career high nine batters while allowing just three hits and one walk. He was dominant through the first six innings, allowing just two base runners and retiring 15 straight through the middle innings.