http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 13 May 2026 04:10:33 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/mud-hens-erupt-for-19-runs-in-series-opening-victory-at-omaha/stories/20260512115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/mud-hens-erupt-for-19-runs-in-series-opening-victory-at-omaha/stories/20260512115#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 03:07:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/mud-hens-erupt-for-19-runs-in-series-opening-victory-at-omaha/stories/20260512115 PAPILLION, Neb. — The Toledo Mud Hens opened their six-game road trip against the Omaha Storm Chasers with a statement win on Tuesday, erupting for a 19-1 victory. Toledo’s Max Anderson high-fives teammates after scoring the first run during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/toledo-mud-hens-name-gary-jones-new-manager/stories/20260512095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/toledo-mud-hens-name-gary-jones-new-manager/stories/20260512095#comments Tue, 12 May 2026 19:39:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/12/toledo-mud-hens-name-gary-jones-new-manager/stories/20260512095 The Detroit Tigers organization named Gary Jones the manager of the Toledo Mud Hens on Tuesday. Detroit Tigers' Gary Jones before a baseball game against the San Francisco Giants Tuesday, June 28, 2022, in San Francisco. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/10/mud-hens-drop-finale-vs-redbirds-split-series/stories/20260510122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/10/mud-hens-drop-finale-vs-redbirds-split-series/stories/20260510122#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 21:17:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/10/mud-hens-drop-finale-vs-redbirds-split-series/stories/20260510122 After scoring 23 runs in their previous two games combined, the Toledo Mud Hens’ offense was held in check on Sunday. Toledo’s Andrew Navigato is tagged out by Memphis’ Jimmy Crooks. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia fields the ball. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri make the out. Toledo’s Max Anderson fields the ball. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia makes the out. Toledo’s Carlos Pena throws the ball. Toledo’s Paul DeJong dives for the ball. Mud Hens fans celebrate catching a foul ball. Toledo’s Jace Jung hits the ball. Toledo’s Corey Julks signs baseballs for fans. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/09/mud-hens-bats-stay-hot-win-over-redbirds/stories/20260509105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/09/mud-hens-bats-stay-hot-win-over-redbirds/stories/20260509105#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 01:35:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/09/mud-hens-bats-stay-hot-win-over-redbirds/stories/20260509105 For the second night in a row, the Toledo Mud Hens put up double-digit runs as they defeated the Memphis Redbirds 13-6 at Fifth Third Field on Saturday. Toledo’s Tyler Gentry catches a ball in the outfield during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 6. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/08/mud-hens-even-series-memphis-behind-7-run-second-inning/stories/20260508117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/08/mud-hens-even-series-memphis-behind-7-run-second-inning/stories/20260508117#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 03:35:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/08/mud-hens-even-series-memphis-behind-7-run-second-inning/stories/20260508117 The Toledo Mud Hens broke the bats out early against the Memphis Redbirds on Friday at Fifth Third Field, as a seven-run second inning lifted the Mud Hens to a 10-4 victory and evened the series at two games each. Toledo Mud Hens' Gage Workman hits a triple. The ball pops out of Toledo’s Gage Workman's glove. Toledo’s Max Anderson high-fives teammates after scoring the first run. Toledo’s Max Anderson gives the thumbs up to the dugout after hitting a double. Toledo’s Jace Jung fields the ball to make the out. Toledo’s Sawyer Gipson-Long and Jace Jung high five after an out. Toledo’s Max Clark hits the ball. Toledo’s Sawyer Gipson-Long throws the ball. Toledo’s Matt Koperniak makes the throw to second. Toledo’s Gage Workman hits a triple. Toledo’s Nelson Velazquez jumps to make the out. Toledo’s Max Anderson fields the ball. Toledo’s interim manager Mike Hessman walks back to the dugout. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/productive-7th-inning-lifts-memphis-past-mud-hens/stories/20260507122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/productive-7th-inning-lifts-memphis-past-mud-hens/stories/20260507122#comments Fri, 08 May 2026 02:19:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/productive-7th-inning-lifts-memphis-past-mud-hens/stories/20260507122 A six-spot in the top of the seventh inning was enough to put visiting Memphis in front, as the Redbirds took down the Toledo Mud Hens 11-4 in an International League game Thursday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia, right, tags out Memphis’ Brody Moore at home during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 7. Toledo’s Bryan Sammons throws a pitch during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 7. Toledo’s Max Clark hits the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 7. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/ex-mud-hens-manager-alvarez-fired-sending-inappropriate-text-female-colleague/stories/20260508061 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/ex-mud-hens-manager-alvarez-fired-sending-inappropriate-text-female-colleague/stories/20260508061#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 20:28:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/07/ex-mud-hens-manager-alvarez-fired-sending-inappropriate-text-female-colleague/stories/20260508061 Former Toledo Mud Hens manager Gabe Alvarez says he was fired this week after sending an “inappropriate” text message to a female colleague. Toledo Mud Hens manager Gabe Alvarez was fired Tuesday by the Detroit Tigers organization. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/mud-hens-split-daytime-doubleheader-memphis/stories/20260506105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/mud-hens-split-daytime-doubleheader-memphis/stories/20260506105#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 21:40:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/mud-hens-split-daytime-doubleheader-memphis/stories/20260506105 Following Tuesday's washout, the Toledo Mud Hens played a pair of shorted games on Wednesday against the Memphis Redbirds to some mixed results. Toledo’s Corey Julks eyes the ball while batting during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 6. Toledo’s Tyler Gentry catches a ball in the outfield during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 6. Toledo’s Dylan File pitches the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 6. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/photo-gallery-children-attend-mud-hens-game/stories/20260506103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/photo-gallery-children-attend-mud-hens-game/stories/20260506103#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 19:03:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/06/photo-gallery-children-attend-mud-hens-game/stories/20260506103 Children attended an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds in Toledo on Wednesday. Mudonna greets children in the stands on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 6. Children cheer in the stands on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field. JP Burns, 10, of Bishop Elementary School in Ypsilanti, Mich., smiles while holding onto the net on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. A child holds out a ball, waiting for it to be signed by a player, on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. Harper Earl, 8, and Haddie Sagastume, 8, of Bowling Green Christian Academy, enjoy ice cream on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. Ji’Heir Weatherly, 9, Archie Sandifer, 7, and Simeon Anderson, 11, students of Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy for Boys, watch the game on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. Simeon Anderson, 11, of Martin Luther King, Jr. Academy for Boys, applauds alongside his peers on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. From left, Jordan Reino, 13, Charlie Bryan, 13, Issac Badik, 12, Jaxson Lento, 13, and Emmett Gibson, 13, of Calvert Catholic Schools in Tiffin, cheer on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. Eleanor Johnson, 8, Everlee Wolford, 8, and Denverr Carnicom, 8, of R.C. Waters Elementary School in Oak Harbor, add stickers to a foam finger on School Education Day during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 6. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-postpone-series-opener-with-memphis-due-weather/stories/20260505116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-postpone-series-opener-with-memphis-due-weather/stories/20260505116#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 23:18:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-postpone-series-opener-with-memphis-due-weather/stories/20260505116 The series opener between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds on Tuesday has been postponed because of inclement weather. The two teams will now meet for a doubleheader on Wednesday, with the opening game set for an 11:05 a.m. start time. Toledo’s Max Clark swings at the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Omaha Storm Chasers at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 26. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-announce-change-at-manager/stories/20260505091 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-announce-change-at-manager/stories/20260505091#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 14:53:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/mud-hens-announce-change-at-manager/stories/20260505091 Mike Hessman is taking over managerial duties for the Toledo Mud Hens, following the termination of Gabe Alvarez’s contract due to a “violation of club policy,” a statement from the Detroit Tigers announced on Tuesday. Toledo hitting coach Mike Hessman. Toledo hitting coach Mike Hessman greets fans during the Mud Hens opening day at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on April 7. Toledo Mud Hens Manager Gabe Alvarez during media day March 25 at Fifth Third Field in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/briggs-tigers-cant-stop-firing-mud-hens-managers-whats-going-on/stories/20260505117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/briggs-tigers-cant-stop-firing-mud-hens-managers-whats-going-on/stories/20260505117#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 23:12:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/05/briggs-tigers-cant-stop-firing-mud-hens-managers-whats-going-on/stories/20260505117 The statement from the Tigers was as brief as it was evasive, arriving Tuesday morning out of deep left field. Toledo Mud Hens Manager Gabe Alvarez during media day on March 26 at Fifth Third Field. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/03/mud-hens-drop-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260503115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/03/mud-hens-drop-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260503115#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 21:10:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/03/mud-hens-drop-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260503115 COLUMBUS — Columbus had an answer for everything Toledo had to offer as the Clippers salvaged a series split with a 6-3 victory over the Mud Hens on Sunday afternoon. Toledo’s Max Burt fields an infield ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/columbus-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260502116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/columbus-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260502116#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 00:02:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/columbus-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260502116 COLUMBUS — Single runs in the fifth, sixth, and seventh innings gave the Columbus Clippers a 5-3 victory over the Toledo Mud Hens in an International League baseball game Saturday. Toledo’s Bryan Sammons throws a pitch during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Omaha Storm Chasers at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 26. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/briggs-fifth-third-force-field-impossible-hit-home-runs/stories/20260502105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/briggs-fifth-third-force-field-impossible-hit-home-runs/stories/20260502105#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 19:01:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/02/briggs-fifth-third-force-field-impossible-hit-home-runs/stories/20260502105 Every now and then, baseball gives you a mystery and doesn’t bother explaining it. Fifth Third Field is where home runs have gone to die lately. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/01/mud-hens-offense-picks-up-late-blowout-columbus/stories/20260501115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/01/mud-hens-offense-picks-up-late-blowout-columbus/stories/20260501115#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 02:13:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/01/mud-hens-offense-picks-up-late-blowout-columbus/stories/20260501115 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens scored all 18 of their runs after the fifth inning to come from behind and defeat the Columbus Clippers 18-5 on Friday at Huntington Park. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri dives for second to try for the double, though he would be tagged out, during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/30/mud-hens-too-much-columbus/stories/20260430136 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/30/mud-hens-too-much-columbus/stories/20260430136#comments Fri, 01 May 2026 02:01:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/30/mud-hens-too-much-columbus/stories/20260430136 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens outhit the Columbus Clippers 13-3 in an 8-3 road victory on Thursday at Huntington Park. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia hits a foul ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Sunday, April 12, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/29/malgeri-file-pace-hens-two-run-win-columbus/stories/20260429107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/29/malgeri-file-pace-hens-two-run-win-columbus/stories/20260429107#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:00:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/29/malgeri-file-pace-hens-two-run-win-columbus/stories/20260429107 COLUMBUS — Dylan File gave up just one hit in six innings of work, Ben Malgeri drove in a pair of runs in the lead-off spot, and the Toledo Mud Hens were able to pick up a two-run, 3-1 victory over the Columbus Clippers at Huntington Park on Wednesday. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri dives for second to try for the double, though he would be tagged out, during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/28/mud-hens-lose-series-opening-shootout-columbus/stories/20260428107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/28/mud-hens-lose-series-opening-shootout-columbus/stories/20260428107#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:42:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/28/mud-hens-lose-series-opening-shootout-columbus/stories/20260428107 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens fell to the Columbus Clippers 8-6 on Tuesday in a back-and-forth affair to kick off the six-game series. Toledo’s Gage Workman steals second as St. Paul’s Tanner Schobe attempts to tag him out during a Toledo Mud Hens Minor League Baseball game against the St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/26/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-omaha-2026/stories/20260426128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/26/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-omaha-2026/stories/20260426128#comments Mon, 27 Apr 2026 02:55:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/26/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-omaha-2026/stories/20260426128 The Toledo Mud Hens defeated the Omaha Storm Chasers 2-1 in an International League baseball game at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Sunday. Toledo’s Max Clark, right, celebrates with teammate Eduardo Valencia after scoring a run. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson gives two thumbs up after a double. Toledo’s Luke Ritter taps his shoe with his bat. Omaha’s Josh Rojas chases down a foul ball. Toledo’s Bryan Sammons throws a pitch. Fans react to a foul ball. Toledo’s Tomas Nido swings a the ball. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson fails to field the ball in the outfield. Toledo’s Jace Jung tries to track down a foul ball. Toledo’s Jace Jung warms up before batting. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri dives back to first to avoid being tagged out by Omaha’s Gavin Cross. Toledo’s Luke Ritter swings at the ball. Toledo’s Luke Ritter catches a fly ball. Toledo’s Luke Ritter throws a ball to first. Fans react to a foul ball. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri rounds third through would not score as the Hens got their third out before he could make it home. Cal Stevenson hits the ball. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson reaches second after he hits a double. Toledo’s Bryan Sammons throws a pitch. Toledo’s Max Clark swings at the ball.