http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:16:07 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/mud-hens-fall-to-columbus-for-5th-straight-loss/stories/20260531132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/mud-hens-fall-to-columbus-for-5th-straight-loss/stories/20260531132#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 22:55:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/mud-hens-fall-to-columbus-for-5th-straight-loss/stories/20260531132 The Toledo Mud Hens concluded a lengthy 12-game homestand on Sunday, falling to the Columbus Clippers, 6-4, to extend a current five-game skid. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson slides into second base as Columbus’ Juan Brito attempts to out him. Toledo’s Max Burt high-fives his teammates while wearing a hen hat after scoring a home run. Toledo’s Andrew Navigato makes contact with the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/briggs-toledo-making-best-tigers-misery-verlander-heads-mud-hens/stories/20260531129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/briggs-toledo-making-best-tigers-misery-verlander-heads-mud-hens/stories/20260531129#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 21:09:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/31/briggs-toledo-making-best-tigers-misery-verlander-heads-mud-hens/stories/20260531129 For the past month, Tigers fans have been asking when the real team is going to show up. Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) during the first inning of a baseball game on April 29 in Atlanta. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/30/mud-hens-drop-4th-straight-pitchers-duel-vs-clippers/stories/20260530101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/30/mud-hens-drop-4th-straight-pitchers-duel-vs-clippers/stories/20260530101#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 02:01:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/30/mud-hens-drop-4th-straight-pitchers-duel-vs-clippers/stories/20260530101 The Toledo Mud Hens were able to muster just three hits on Saturday as they saw their losing streak stretch to four games with a 3-1 loss to the Columbus Clippers at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri rounds third through would not score as the Hens got their third out before he could make it home 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/2026/05/29/mud-hens-unable-overcome-rough-start-loss-clippers/stories/20260529120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/29/mud-hens-unable-overcome-rough-start-loss-clippers/stories/20260529120#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 02:56:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/29/mud-hens-unable-overcome-rough-start-loss-clippers/stories/20260529120 The Toledo Mud Hens fell behind six runs early on Friday and were never able to recover in a 10-7 loss to the Columbus Clippers at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Jace Jung eyes the ball while batting during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 24, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/28/clippers-offense-proves-too-much-for-mud-hens/stories/20260528129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/28/clippers-offense-proves-too-much-for-mud-hens/stories/20260528129#comments Fri, 29 May 2026 02:18:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/28/clippers-offense-proves-too-much-for-mud-hens/stories/20260528129 For the second straight day, the visiting Columbus Clippers built an early lead that carried them through, resulting in a 10-3 win over the Toledo Mud Hens on Thursday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Max Clark runs to third during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field in Toledo May 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/photo-gallery-hens-host-kids-day-loss-clippers/stories/20260527111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/photo-gallery-hens-host-kids-day-loss-clippers/stories/20260527111#comments Wed, 27 May 2026 23:10:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/photo-gallery-hens-host-kids-day-loss-clippers/stories/20260527111 The Toledo Mud Hens hosted kids bussed in from regional schools for a special 11:06 a.m. first pitch day game against the Columbus Clippers at Firth Third Field on Wednesday.  Click the image above to view the full gallery. Leona Simmons, Thomas Middle School, raises a foul boul collected in the stands as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game. Toledo Mud Hens pitcher Tyler Mattison watches helplessly as he walks in a run against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens infielder Max Burt makes the throw to get the double play against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Dominic Johnston, 12 , of Van Buren Middle School, wears a Mud Hens mascot plush toy as a hat as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game. Toledo Mud Hens play a day game against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game. Kids from regional schools wear hot dog hats to enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Karter Clemons can't wait to eat a hot dog as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Karter Clemons can't wait to eat a hot dog as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens infielder Jace Jung can't make the tag against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo. J.J. Paines-Franklin shares popcorn with his frend Ronin Niegeroes, 13, each of Pierce Middle School, as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Griffin Bocich, 14, of Renton Jr. High, cheers on the Mud Hens as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game. Columbus Clipper base runner Angel Genao scores against the Toledo Mud Hens in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens batter Corey Julks takes a big swing against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Columbus Clippers batter Angel Genao swings against the Toledo Mud Hens in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens batter Corey Julks takes a big swing against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Columbus Clipper base runner Geroge Valero scores against the Toledo Mud Hens in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens pitcher Tyler Mattison watches helplessly as he walks in a run against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Dominic Johnston, 12 , of Van Buren Middle School, wears a Mud Hens mascot plush toy as a hat as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game. Deanna Case, right, and Sue Ritchey Kids from regional enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Brooklyn Fry helps Bentley Adams, 8, onto a baseball outside of the stadium as kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids pile into busses from regional schools as they enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth-Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Kids from regional schools enjoy a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Collin Drouillard plays hackeysack with freinds from Pirce Middle School as kids from regional schools attend a Toledo Mud Hens daytime baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens infielder Max Burt makes the throw to get the double play against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo. Columbus Clippers infielder Kodey Huff makes a leaping throw against the Toledo Mud Hens in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Columbus Clippers batter Cooper Ingle lunges in his swing against the Toledo Mud Hens in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens play a day game against Columbus in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/early-lead-holds-as-clippers-top-mud-hens-6-3/stories/20260527096 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/early-lead-holds-as-clippers-top-mud-hens-6-3/stories/20260527096#comments Wed, 27 May 2026 18:54:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/27/early-lead-holds-as-clippers-top-mud-hens-6-3/stories/20260527096 Each team recorded six hits, but it was the visiting Columbus Clippers that made the most of theirs in a 6-3 win over the Toledo Mud Hens on Wednesday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens batter Corey Julks takes a big swing against Columbus in an International League game at Fifth Third Field on May 27 in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/25/mud-hens-open-series-against-clippers-walk-off-victory/stories/20260525092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/25/mud-hens-open-series-against-clippers-walk-off-victory/stories/20260525092#comments Tue, 26 May 2026 00:25:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/25/mud-hens-open-series-against-clippers-walk-off-victory/stories/20260525092 The Toledo Mud Hens only had three hits Monday, but it proved to be enough for a 3-2 walk-off victory against the Columbus Clippers at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson reaches second after he hits a double 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/2026/05/24/clarks-two-hits-lift-mud-hens-past-indians/stories/20260524132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/24/clarks-two-hits-lift-mud-hens-past-indians/stories/20260524132#comments Mon, 25 May 2026 02:46:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/24/clarks-two-hits-lift-mud-hens-past-indians/stories/20260524132 On the same day the Detroit Tigers broke out of their eight-game slump, Max Clark had arguably his best game as a Toledo Mud Hen. Toledo’s Max Clark runs to third. Toledo’s Jace Jung eyes the ball while batting. Toledo’s Tyler Gentry throws a ball form the outfield. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/23/mud-hens-rally-fall-short-extras-against-indians/stories/20260523108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/23/mud-hens-rally-fall-short-extras-against-indians/stories/20260523108#comments Sun, 24 May 2026 02:32:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/23/mud-hens-rally-fall-short-extras-against-indians/stories/20260523108 The Toledo Mud Hens were able to rally from a four-run deficit to force extra innings on Saturday but eventually fell to the Indianapolis Indians 5-4 at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Max Anderson fields the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 10. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/22/mud-hens-fall-indians-rain-shortened-contest/stories/20260522104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/22/mud-hens-fall-indians-rain-shortened-contest/stories/20260522104#comments Sat, 23 May 2026 02:24:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/22/mud-hens-fall-indians-rain-shortened-contest/stories/20260522104 The Toledo Mud Hens were unable to hold on to an early three-run advantage as they lost to the Indianapolis Indians 7-3 on Friday in a rain-shortened contest at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Max Clark hits the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/21/mud-hens-grab-early-lead-top-indianapolis-5-2/stories/20260521136 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/21/mud-hens-grab-early-lead-top-indianapolis-5-2/stories/20260521136#comments Fri, 22 May 2026 02:02:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/21/mud-hens-grab-early-lead-top-indianapolis-5-2/stories/20260521136 The Toledo Mud Hens opened up with four runs over the first two innings en route to a 5-2 win over the Indianapolis Indians on Thursday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Max Clark hits the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/20/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-indianapolis/stories/20260520109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/20/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-indianapolis/stories/20260520109#comments Wed, 20 May 2026 20:36:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/20/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-indianapolis/stories/20260520109 After Tuesday's game was rained out, the Toledo Mud Hens did a double take against the Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field on Wednesday to mixed results. Game 1's come-from-behind win was capped off by a Tyler Gentry walk-off single in the bottom of the eight that scored Jace Jung gave the Hens a 3-2 win. 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/2026/05/19/gary-jones-embracing-challenge-new-toledo-mud-hens-manager/stories/20260519105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/19/gary-jones-embracing-challenge-new-toledo-mud-hens-manager/stories/20260519105#comments Wed, 20 May 2026 01:38:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/19/gary-jones-embracing-challenge-new-toledo-mud-hens-manager/stories/20260519105 Mike Hessman once hit a walk-off home run against Gary Jones — something the two talk about to this day. Gary Jones, the new Mud Hens manager, speaks during an interview at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/17/mud-hens-drop-series-to-storm-chasers-with-defeat-in-finale/stories/20260517106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/17/mud-hens-drop-series-to-storm-chasers-with-defeat-in-finale/stories/20260517106#comments Sun, 17 May 2026 23:41:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/17/mud-hens-drop-series-to-storm-chasers-with-defeat-in-finale/stories/20260517106 PAPILLION, Neb. — The Toledo Mud Hens could not manage a series split as they fell 6-3 on Sunday to wrap up a six-game road series with the Omaha Storm Chasers. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri follows through on a swing 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/2026/05/15/valencias-homer-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-storm-chasers/stories/20260515124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/15/valencias-homer-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-storm-chasers/stories/20260515124#comments Sat, 16 May 2026 02:49:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/15/valencias-homer-helps-mud-hens-even-series-with-storm-chasers/stories/20260515124 PAPILLION, Neb. — The Toledo Mud Hens defeated the Omaha Storm Chasers 3-2 on Friday to even their six-game series at two games apiece.. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia looks to the sky while jogging to home base after hitting a home run 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/2026/05/14/walk-off-homer-sinks-mud-hens-at-omaha/stories/20260514152 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/14/walk-off-homer-sinks-mud-hens-at-omaha/stories/20260514152#comments Fri, 15 May 2026 03:20:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/14/walk-off-homer-sinks-mud-hens-at-omaha/stories/20260514152 PAPILLION, Neb. — Kameron Misner’s leadoff home run in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Omaha Storm Chasers to a 7-6 victory over the Toledo Mud Hens on Thursday in an International League baseball game. Toledo’s Corey Julks rounds third base on his way home during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Memphis Redbirds at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 7, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/13/omaha-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260513108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/13/omaha-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260513108#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 21:17:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/05/13/omaha-rallies-defeat-mud-hens/stories/20260513108 PAPILLION, Neb. — Back-to-back doubles in the bottom of the ninth inning lifted the Omaha Storm Chasers to a 3-2 victory Wednesday afternoon over the Toledo Mud Hens in an International League baseball game at Werner Park. Max Anderson prepares for the pitch as the Toledo Mud Hens take on the Columbus Clippers at Fifth Third Field on Aug. 17. 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.