http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Wed, 19 Aug 2026 04:09:33 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/18/mud-hens-roll-cubs-behind-sears-dominant-outing-lees-3-run-blast/stories/20260818122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/18/mud-hens-roll-cubs-behind-sears-dominant-outing-lees-3-run-blast/stories/20260818122#comments Wed, 19 Aug 2026 02:57:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/18/mud-hens-roll-cubs-behind-sears-dominant-outing-lees-3-run-blast/stories/20260818122 Bennett Lee and Max Burt launched home runs for the Toledo Mud Hens as relief pitcher Andrew Sears limited the Iowa Cubs with five scoreless innings, helping Toledo pick up a convincing series-opening victory, 9-2. Mud Hens winning pitcher Andrew Sears leans to get another strikeout. Mud Hens winning pitcher Andrew Sears hurls. Mud Hens fans are greeted by Cattrick from the Toledo Walleye. Mud Hens winning pitcher Andrew Sears works his delivery. Mud Hens winning pitcher Andrew Sears likes the strikeout he earned against the Iowa Cubs. Mud Hens winning pitcher Andrew Sears is excited about a strikeout. Iowa Cubs batter Justin Dean is dismayed at the strikeout call, which he swung through. Mud Hens batter Chris Meyers drives a double. Mud Hens batters face Iowa Cubs pitcher Braxton Garrett. Mud Hens baserunner Andrew Navigato steals second base safely. Mud Hens batter Bennett Lee drives in a 3-run home run. Mud Hens fan Nick Gulch waves the bird flag against the Iowa Cubs in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on Tuesday, Aug. 18, 2026, in downtown Toledo. Mud Hens batter Bennett Lee drives in a 3-run home run. Mud Hens batter Andre Navigato swings at dirt. Iowa Cubs manager Marty Pevey takes the field to dispute the umpire's choice to eject him for arguing about the speed with which Mud Hens pitchers were successively delivering pitches against his batters. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/16/mud-hens-drop-finale-split-series-louisville/stories/20260816121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/16/mud-hens-drop-finale-split-series-louisville/stories/20260816121#comments Sun, 16 Aug 2026 20:55:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/16/mud-hens-drop-finale-split-series-louisville/stories/20260816121 LOUISVILLE — An early deficit proved too much to overcome for the Toledo Mud Hens as they fell to the Louisville Bats 5-1 in Sunday’s series finale to split the six-game set. Toledo Mud Hens pitcher Dylan File throws a pitch during a game against the Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 5. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/15/andersons-homer-bricenos-late-single-lift-mud-hens-win/stories/20260815112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/15/andersons-homer-bricenos-late-single-lift-mud-hens-win/stories/20260815112#comments Sun, 16 Aug 2026 02:21:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/15/andersons-homer-bricenos-late-single-lift-mud-hens-win/stories/20260815112 LOUISVILLE — Josue Briceño’s RBI single in the eighth inning helped the Toledo Mud Hens defeat the Louisville Bats 4-3 on Saturday. Toledo’s Max Anderson gives the thumbs up to the dugout after hitting a double during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/14/mud-hens-bats-held-silent-loss-louisville/stories/20260814110 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/14/mud-hens-bats-held-silent-loss-louisville/stories/20260814110#comments Sat, 15 Aug 2026 02:04:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/14/mud-hens-bats-held-silent-loss-louisville/stories/20260814110 LOUISVILLE — The Toledo Mud Hens were able to manage just two base hits in a 9-1 loss to the Louisville Bats on Friday. Toledo’s Austin Gomber 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 Aug. 9. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/13/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-with-louisville-bats/stories/20260813128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/13/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-with-louisville-bats/stories/20260813128#comments Fri, 14 Aug 2026 04:04:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/13/mud-hens-split-doubleheader-with-louisville-bats/stories/20260813128 LOUISVILLE — A four-run top of the fifth inning created enough separation as the Toledo Mud Hens took down the Louisville Bats 5-3 in the first game of a doubleheader on Thursday. Both games slated for seven innings, the host Bats responded with a 4-3 walkoff victory in eight innings in Game 2. Max Anderson runs through third base during a Toledo Mud Hens game against the Iowa Cubs on June 30, 2026 at Fifth Third Field. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/12/mud-hens-call-ups-adjust-life-move/stories/20260812093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/12/mud-hens-call-ups-adjust-life-move/stories/20260812093#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2026 20:08:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/12/mud-hens-call-ups-adjust-life-move/stories/20260812093 For Justice Bigbie and Jack Goodman, home is wherever their suitcases happen to land. The two were playing Double-A and Single-A baseball not knowing they’d be wearing a Toledo Mud Hens uniform less than two weeks later, but that’s the reality of minor league baseball.  Toledo’s Justice Bigbie steps up to bat during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Omaha Storm Chasers at Fifth Third Field in Toledo Aug. 9. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/11/no-4-prospect-briceno-makes-mud-hens-debut-game-louisville-suspended/stories/20260811108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/11/no-4-prospect-briceno-makes-mud-hens-debut-game-louisville-suspended/stories/20260811108#comments Wed, 12 Aug 2026 01:49:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/11/no-4-prospect-briceno-makes-mud-hens-debut-game-louisville-suspended/stories/20260811108 LOUISVILLE — The Toledo Mud Hens and Louisville Bats only reached the bottom of the second inning Tuesday before weather conditions forced the teams off the field for the night. Josue Briceno, the Detroit Tigers' No. 4 prospect per mlb.com, made his Toledo Mud Hens debut Tuesday at Louisville. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/09/toledo-mud-hens-snap-skid-with-comeback-win-over-omaha/stories/20260809099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/09/toledo-mud-hens-snap-skid-with-comeback-win-over-omaha/stories/20260809099#comments Mon, 10 Aug 2026 02:20:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/09/toledo-mud-hens-snap-skid-with-comeback-win-over-omaha/stories/20260809099 After falling behind early in each of its last four losses, the Toledo Mud Hens found themselves in familiar territory Sunday.  Left fielder Brett Squires put the Omaha Storm Chasers up 1-0 in the first inning on a solo home run, but this time, Toledo was able to rally, snapping its skid with Toledo’s Austin Gomber throws a pitch. Toledo’s Andrew Navigato scoops up the ball in midfield. Toledo’s Austin Gomber throws a pitch. Toledo’s Andrew Navigato scoops up the ball in midfield. Toledo’s Corey Julks makes contact with the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/08/mud-hens-lose-4th-straight-sloppy-performance/stories/20260808091 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/08/mud-hens-lose-4th-straight-sloppy-performance/stories/20260808091#comments Sun, 09 Aug 2026 02:39:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/08/mud-hens-lose-4th-straight-sloppy-performance/stories/20260808091 The Toledo Mud Hens suffered a fourth consecutive loss to the Omaha Storm Chasers at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, falling by a score of 7-2. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson runs to second during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Columbus Clippers at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 31. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/07/storm-chasers-rout-mud-hens-twice-doubleheader/stories/20260807115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/07/storm-chasers-rout-mud-hens-twice-doubleheader/stories/20260807115#comments Sat, 08 Aug 2026 03:06:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/07/storm-chasers-rout-mud-hens-twice-doubleheader/stories/20260807115 The Toledo Mud Hens suffered a pair of lopsided losses to the Omaha Storm Chasers in Friday’s doubleheader at Fifth Third Field. Right fielder Tyler Gentry runs to third base during an International League game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Louisville Bats at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/06/mud-hens-postpone-thursday-game-doubleheader-set-for-friday/stories/20260806126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/06/mud-hens-postpone-thursday-game-doubleheader-set-for-friday/stories/20260806126#comments Fri, 07 Aug 2026 00:03:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/06/mud-hens-postpone-thursday-game-doubleheader-set-for-friday/stories/20260806126 Thursday’s third game of the series between the Toledo Mud Hens and Omaha Storm Chasers was postponed because of inclement weather and will be rescheduled as a Friday doubleheader. The two teams will meet for two-seven inning contests at Fifth Third Field, with the first pitch of Game 1 Muddy sits along the dugout before an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Omaha Storm Chasers begins at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Aug. 4. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/05/storm-chasers-scores-4-unanswered-win-vs-mud-hens/stories/20260805130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/05/storm-chasers-scores-4-unanswered-win-vs-mud-hens/stories/20260805130#comments Thu, 06 Aug 2026 02:00:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/05/storm-chasers-scores-4-unanswered-win-vs-mud-hens/stories/20260805130 Omaha opened and closed Wednesday’s game, scoring the first run of the game vs. Toledo and then plating the final four to pick up the four-run, 5-1 win against the Mud Hens at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Mud Hens first baseman Cal Stevenson fields a ground ball before tossing it to pitcher Dylan File during a game against the Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 5. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/04/mud-hens-earn-walk-off-win-in-series-opener/stories/20260804122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/04/mud-hens-earn-walk-off-win-in-series-opener/stories/20260804122#comments Wed, 05 Aug 2026 02:30:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/04/mud-hens-earn-walk-off-win-in-series-opener/stories/20260804122 Max Anderson’s bases-loaded single in the bottom of the 10th inning Tuesday night gave the Toledo Mud Hens a 4-3 victory over the Omaha Storm Chasers at Fifth Third Field. Max Anderson runs through third base during a Toledo Mud Hens game against the Iowa Cubs on June 30 at Fifth Third Field. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/03/mud-hens-watson-embracing-role-as-pitching-swiss-army-knife/stories/20260803021 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/03/mud-hens-watson-embracing-role-as-pitching-swiss-army-knife/stories/20260803021#comments Mon, 03 Aug 2026 11:14:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/03/mud-hens-watson-embracing-role-as-pitching-swiss-army-knife/stories/20260803021 Toledo Mud Hens pitcher Troy Watson’s ability to balance starting responsibilities and relief outings has showcased the versatility that has made him a flexible piece for the pitching staff and landed him on Detroit’s 40-man roster. Toledo Mud Hens pitcher Troy Watson throws against Louisville in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth Third Field on Sept. 9, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/02/mud-hens-stumble-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260802117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/02/mud-hens-stumble-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260802117#comments Sun, 02 Aug 2026 22:45:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/02/mud-hens-stumble-series-finale-columbus/stories/20260802117 COLUMBUS — The host Columbus Clippers built an early lead, and unlike Saturday, the Toledo Mud Hens could not muster a comeback in a 6-3 defeat. Gage Workman, shortstop for the Toledo Mud Hens, slides into second base during an International League game against the Louisville Bats at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 21. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/01/mud-hens-snap-skid-come-from-behind-victory/stories/20260801099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/01/mud-hens-snap-skid-come-from-behind-victory/stories/20260801099#comments Sun, 02 Aug 2026 03:15:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/08/01/mud-hens-snap-skid-come-from-behind-victory/stories/20260801099 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens snapped a four-game losing streak on Saturday by scoring eight unanswered runs in an 8-6 victory over the Columbus Clippers. Toledo’s Corey Julks drops his bat to run after making contact with the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on July 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/clippers-down-mud-hens-4th-straight-win-series/stories/20260731113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/clippers-down-mud-hens-4th-straight-win-series/stories/20260731113#comments Sat, 01 Aug 2026 02:44:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/clippers-down-mud-hens-4th-straight-win-series/stories/20260731113 COLUMBUS — In a similar result to the night before, the Columbus Clippers belted four home runs to pull away for a 9-4 victory over the Toledo Mud Hens on Friday night. Toledo’s Corey Julks eyes the ball while batting during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Louisville Bats at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on July 26. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/max-clark-make-mlb-debut-after-successful-mud-hens-tenure/stories/20260730090 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/max-clark-make-mlb-debut-after-successful-mud-hens-tenure/stories/20260730090#comments Fri, 31 Jul 2026 22:37:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/31/max-clark-make-mlb-debut-after-successful-mud-hens-tenure/stories/20260730090 Top Detroit Tigers prospect Max Clark is making his move to the majors after officially being called up from the Toledo Mud Hens on Friday. The 21-year-old started the season in Triple-A, where he appeared in 90 games for the Mud Hens and led the team in hits (100) and stolen bases (21).  Toledo’s Max Clark makes contact with the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, July 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/30/early-advantage-powers-columbus-mud-hens/stories/20260730107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/30/early-advantage-powers-columbus-mud-hens/stories/20260730107#comments Thu, 30 Jul 2026 21:53:20 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/30/early-advantage-powers-columbus-mud-hens/stories/20260730107 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens outhit the host Columbus Clippers but could not pay it off on the scoreboard, falling 9-5 in the third game of the series on Thursday. Toledo’s Jace Jung hits the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 10. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/29/mud-hens-rally-falls-short-in-loss-to-clippers/stories/20260729124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/29/mud-hens-rally-falls-short-in-loss-to-clippers/stories/20260729124#comments Thu, 30 Jul 2026 10:50:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/29/mud-hens-rally-falls-short-in-loss-to-clippers/stories/20260729124 COLUMBUS — The Toledo Mud Hens nearly overcame a nine-run deficit but ultimately fell to the Columbus Clippers 9-7 on Wednesday. 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 May 24