http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Fri, 15 May 2026 04:22:16 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/14/reds-get-six-shutout-innings-rout-nationals/stories/20260514132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/14/reds-get-six-shutout-innings-rout-nationals/stories/20260514132#comments Thu, 14 May 2026 20:40:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/14/reds-get-six-shutout-innings-rout-nationals/stories/20260514132 CINCINNATI — Chase Burns threw six scoreless innings, JJ Bleday homered twice and drove in six runs, and the Cincinnati Reds avoided being swept by the Washington Nationals with a 15-1 victory Thursday afternoon at Great American Ball Park. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Cincinnati on May 14. Cincinnati Reds' JJ Bleday (22) hits a three-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Cincinnati on May 14. Cincinnati Reds' Matt McLain (9) celebrates his two-run home run with his teammates during the second inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Cincinnati on May 14. Washington Nationals pitcher Zak Kent throws during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati on May 14. Cincinnati Reds' JJ Bleday (22) reacts after hitting a three-run home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Washington Nationals in Cincinnati on May 14. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/james-wood-hits-12th-homer-nationals-go-deep-season-high-6-times-10-4-win-reds/stories/20260512113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/james-wood-hits-12th-homer-nationals-go-deep-season-high-6-times-10-4-win-reds/stories/20260512113#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 02:32:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/james-wood-hits-12th-homer-nationals-go-deep-season-high-6-times-10-4-win-reds/stories/20260512113 CINCINNATI — James Wood hit his 12th home run of the season, and Luis Garcia Jr. and Daylen Lile each went deep twice as part of a six-homer night by the Washington Nationals in a 10-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday. Washington Nationals' Daylen Lile rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run during the fourth inning. Washington Nationals' Nasim Nuñez hits a single during the fourth inning. Cincinnati Reds' second baseman Matt McLain grounds into a fielder's choice that scores teammate Elly de la Cruz during the fourth inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/what-might-lebron-james-do-next-he-has-plenty-of-options-for-next-season/stories/20260512082 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/what-might-lebron-james-do-next-he-has-plenty-of-options-for-next-season/stories/20260512082#comments Tue, 12 May 2026 15:00:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/12/what-might-lebron-james-do-next-he-has-plenty-of-options-for-next-season/stories/20260512082 LeBron James has options. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, pats guard Austin Reaves after Reaves missed a three-point shot with 11 seconds left in Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, Monday, May 11, 2026, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill) Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James stands on the court in the closing minutes of Game 4 in a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the Oklahoma City Thunder May 11 in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves, right, pats the back of forward LeBron James in the closing minutes of Game 4 in a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the Oklahoma City Thunder May 11 in Los Angeles. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, pats guard Austin Reaves on the head after Reaves missed a three-point shot with 11 seconds left in Game 4 of a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, May 11 in Los Angeles. Oklahoma City Thunder guard Jared McCain, right, drives toward the basket as Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James falls during the second half of Game 4 in a second-round NBA basketball playoffs series May 11 in Los Angeles. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/11/ex-nba-player-fab-five-member-jalen-rose-is-a-fixture-at-the-school-that-bears/stories/20260511089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/11/ex-nba-player-fab-five-member-jalen-rose-is-a-fixture-at-the-school-that-bears/stories/20260511089#comments Mon, 11 May 2026 18:44:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/11/ex-nba-player-fab-five-member-jalen-rose-is-a-fixture-at-the-school-that-bears/stories/20260511089 DETROIT — Jalen Rose walked through the doors of the high school that bears his name and into the cafeteria, which doubles as a shorter-than-regulation basketball court. He hugged a stream of students as they headed to class and chatted up faculty and staff in the hallways. Former NBA basketball player Jalen Rose hugs a student at the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy April 20 in Detroit. Former NBA basketball player Jalen Rose talks with students at the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy April 20 in Detroit. Former NBA basketball player Jalen Rose talks with students at the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy April 20 in Detroit. Former NBA basketball player Jimmy King, left, talks with Jalen Rose, right, at the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy April 20 in Detroit. Former NBA basketball player Jalen Rose hugs a student at the Jalen Rose Leadership Academy April 20 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/shane-van-gisbergen-remains-nascars-road-course-ace-watkins-glen-win-from/stories/20260510131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/shane-van-gisbergen-remains-nascars-road-course-ace-watkins-glen-win-from/stories/20260510131#comments Mon, 11 May 2026 00:55:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/shane-van-gisbergen-remains-nascars-road-course-ace-watkins-glen-win-from/stories/20260510131 WATKINS GLEN, N.Y.  — Shane van Gisbergen insists his NASCAR road-course dominance is harder than it looks, and that he feels “a lot of pressure” to beat the best in stock-car racing. Shane Van Gisbergen celebrates after winning. Shane Van Gisbergen does a burn out after winning. Shane Van Gisbergen, center, celebrates with his team after winning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/de-la-cruz-steer-help-reds-back-abbott-5-0-win-over-astros/stories/20260510126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/de-la-cruz-steer-help-reds-back-abbott-5-0-win-over-astros/stories/20260510126#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 22:16:22 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/de-la-cruz-steer-help-reds-back-abbott-5-0-win-over-astros/stories/20260510126 CINCINNATI — Andrew Abbott allowed three hits in six sharp innings and Spencer Steer homered to help the Cincinnati Reds beat the Houston Astros 5-0 on Sunday. Cincinnati Reds' Elly de la Cruz advances to third base on a double by teammate Sal Stewart. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott delivers during the first inning. Cincinnati Reds' JJ Bleday, left, and pitcher Graham Ashcraft high five at the end of the game. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/briggs-toledo-pistons-or-cavs-town-heres-what-numbers-say/stories/20260510119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/briggs-toledo-pistons-or-cavs-town-heres-what-numbers-say/stories/20260510119#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 20:24:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/10/briggs-toledo-pistons-or-cavs-town-heres-what-numbers-say/stories/20260510119 If Toledo ever commissioned an official pro sports crest, it would probably feature a Tigers ball cap, a Browns helmet, and two guys arguing loudly at the corner bar. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/christian-lundgaard-wins-indianapolis-grand-prix/stories/20260509104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/christian-lundgaard-wins-indianapolis-grand-prix/stories/20260509104#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 02:15:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/christian-lundgaard-wins-indianapolis-grand-prix/stories/20260509104 INDIANAPOLIS — Christian Lundgaard made all the right moves Saturday. Christian Lundgaard, of Denmark, waits to climb into his car before the start practice for the Indianapolis 500 auto race at Indianapolis Motor Speedway in Indianapolis, May 23, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/chase-burns-strong-start-big-fifth-inning-help-reds-snap-8-game-skid/stories/20260509103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/chase-burns-strong-start-big-fifth-inning-help-reds-snap-8-game-skid/stories/20260509103#comments Sun, 10 May 2026 00:33:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/chase-burns-strong-start-big-fifth-inning-help-reds-snap-8-game-skid/stories/20260509103 CINCINNATI — Chase Burns threw six innings of one-run ball, Matt McClain drove in two runs and the Cincinnati Reds snapped their eight-game losing streak with a 3-1 victory over the Houston Astros on Saturday. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns throws. Houston Astros pitcher Spencer Arrighetti throws. Houston Astros' Zach Cole hits a double. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/harden-hits-clutch-shots-mitchell-scores-35-cavaliers-beat-pistons-game-3/stories/20260509102 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/harden-hits-clutch-shots-mitchell-scores-35-cavaliers-beat-pistons-game-3/stories/20260509102#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 23:58:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/09/harden-hits-clutch-shots-mitchell-scores-35-cavaliers-beat-pistons-game-3/stories/20260509102 CLEVELAND — James Harden hit three clutch shots in the final two minutes, Donovan Mitchell scored 35 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers beat Detroit 116-109 on Saturday to cut the Pistons' lead to 2-1 in the Eastern Conference semifinal series. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) celebrates a turnover by the Detroit Pistons. Detroit Pistons guard Javonte Green (31) grabs a rebound in front of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Sam Merrill (5) and teammate Jalen Duren (0). Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Donovan Mitchell (45). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/astros-beat-reds-10-0-extending-cincinnatis-losing-streak-8/stories/20260508118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/astros-beat-reds-10-0-extending-cincinnatis-losing-streak-8/stories/20260508118#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 01:56:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/astros-beat-reds-10-0-extending-cincinnatis-losing-streak-8/stories/20260508118 CINCINNATI — Zach Dezenzo and Yordan Alvarez hit two-run homers, Mike Burrows allowed three hits in seven innings, and the Houston Astros beat Cincinnati 10-0 on Friday night, extending the Reds losing streak to eight games. Houston Astros pitcher Mike Burrows reacts after preventing a run. Houston Astros' Jose Altuve (27) reacts after striking out. Houston Astros pitcher Mike Burrows delivers. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/nfl-schedule-release/stories/20260508116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/nfl-schedule-release/stories/20260508116#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 00:01:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/08/nfl-schedule-release/stories/20260508116 NEW YORK — The NFL will release its complete regular-season schedule on Thursday. A general view of Lincoln Financial Field during the second half of an NFL football game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Arizona Cardinals on Oct. 8, 2017, in Philadelphia. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/07/Conforto-Imanaga-power-the-Cubs-to-an-8-3-win-over-Reds-extending-their-winning-streak-to-9-games-1/stories/20260507112 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/07/Conforto-Imanaga-power-the-Cubs-to-an-8-3-win-over-Reds-extending-their-winning-streak-to-9-games-1/stories/20260507112#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 22:07:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/07/Conforto-Imanaga-power-the-Cubs-to-an-8-3-win-over-Reds-extending-their-winning-streak-to-9-games-1/stories/20260507112 CHICAGO — Michael Conforto went 3 for 3 with a homer and two RBIs, Shota Imanaga pitched six innings of one-run ball and the Chicago Cubs extended their winning streak to nine games with an 8-3 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Thursday. Chicago Cubs' Miguel Amaya hits a two-run single during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Chicago on May 7. Cincinnati Reds second baseman Sal Stewart, right, throws out Chicago Cubs' Nico Hoerner at first after forcing out Miguel Amaya at second during the third inning of a baseball game in Chicago on May 7. Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Shota Imanaga, of Japan, throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Chicago on May 7. Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Rhett Lowder, center, leaves with manager Terry Francona, left, and a team trainer after an injury during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Chicago Cubs in Chicago on May 7. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/06/women-s-pro-hockey-is-coming-to-hockeytown-with-pwhl-detroit/stories/20260506095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/06/women-s-pro-hockey-is-coming-to-hockeytown-with-pwhl-detroit/stories/20260506095#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 17:30:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/06/women-s-pro-hockey-is-coming-to-hockeytown-with-pwhl-detroit/stories/20260506095 Women’s professional hockey is coming to Hockeytown, with the PWHL on Wednesday designating Detroit as the first of what could become four expansion markets for next season. Fans gather to watch the Montreal Victoire and the Toronto Sceptres warm up before a PWHL hockey game in Vancouver, Jan. 8, 2025. This image provided by the PWHL shows a logo for the league's new women's hockey team in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/busch-rbi-single-10th-cubs-beat-reds-seventh-straight-win/stories/20260505133 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/busch-rbi-single-10th-cubs-beat-reds-seventh-straight-win/stories/20260505133#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 03:23:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/busch-rbi-single-10th-cubs-beat-reds-seventh-straight-win/stories/20260505133 CHICAGO — Michael Busch singled in the winning run in the 10th inning after hitting a tying homer in the eighth and the Chicago Cubs won their seventh straight by rallying again to beat the Cincinnati Reds 3-2 on Tuesday night. Chicago Cubs' Michael Busch celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run against the Cincinnati Reds in Chicago on May 5. Cincinnati Reds' Nathaniel Lowe celebrates as he rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run. Cincinnati Reds' JJ Bleday hits a solo home run. Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Andrew Abbott throws against the Chicago Cubs. Chicago Cubs starting pitcher Jameson Taillon throws against the Cincinnati Reds. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/cade-cunningham-23-tobias-harris-20-pistons-beat-cavs-game-1/stories/20260505130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/cade-cunningham-23-tobias-harris-20-pistons-beat-cavs-game-1/stories/20260505130#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 01:54:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/05/cade-cunningham-23-tobias-harris-20-pistons-beat-cavs-game-1/stories/20260505130 DETROIT — Cade Cunningham scored 23 points, Tobias Harris had 20 and the Detroit Pistons beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 111-101 on Tuesday night in Game 1 of their second-round series. Cleveland Cavaliers guard James Harden (1) drives against Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (28) on May 5 in Detroit. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) talks with referee James Capers (19). Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) passes the ball against Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) and guard Dennis Schroder (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/chase-elliott-wins-texas-join-tyler-reddick-multiple-cup-series-winners/stories/20260503132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/chase-elliott-wins-texas-join-tyler-reddick-multiple-cup-series-winners/stories/20260503132#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 23:47:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/chase-elliott-wins-texas-join-tyler-reddick-multiple-cup-series-winners/stories/20260503132 FORT WORTH, Texas — Chase Elliott stayed ahead of Denny Hamlin for the closing four laps after a final restart to win at Texas on Sunday, his second victory of the season and the 23rd of his career. Chase Elliott celebrates after winning. Chase Elliott wins. The NASCAR Cup Series field drives into Turn 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/cruz-delivers-go-ahead-hit-8th-pirates-top-reds-1-0/stories/20260503120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/cruz-delivers-go-ahead-hit-8th-pirates-top-reds-1-0/stories/20260503120#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 21:02:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/03/cruz-delivers-go-ahead-hit-8th-pirates-top-reds-1-0/stories/20260503120 PITTSBURGH — Oneil Cruz hit a tie-breaking single in the bottom of the eighth inning and the Pittsburgh Pirates completed a sweep of Cincinnati with a 1-0 win on Sunday. Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz fouls a pitch from Cincinnati Reds' Chase Burns off his foot. Pittsburgh Pirates catcher Joey Bart, top, tags out Cincinnati Reds' Spencer Steer, bottom, who was attempting to score on a ball hit by Reds' Matt McLain. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft delivers against the Cincinnati Reds in the first inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/mlodzinski-10-ks-pirates-draw-7-consecutive-walks-5-run-2nd-inning/stories/20260502118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/mlodzinski-10-ks-pirates-draw-7-consecutive-walks-5-run-2nd-inning/stories/20260502118#comments Sun, 03 May 2026 00:13:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/mlodzinski-10-ks-pirates-draw-7-consecutive-walks-5-run-2nd-inning/stories/20260502118 PITTSBURGH — Carmen Mlodzinski had a career-high 10 strikeouts, Pittsburgh tied the MLB record for consecutive walks in an inning, and the Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 17-7 on Saturday. Pittsburgh Pirates' Konnor Griffin slides into third base on his triple off Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brock Burke. Cincinnati Reds' JJ Bleday celebrates as he rounds the bases on his two run home run off of Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Chris Devenski. Pittsburgh Pirates left fielder Jake Mangum makes a diving attempt on a ball hit by Cincinnati Reds' Will Benson but is unable to make the diving catch. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/golden-tempo-takes-kentucky-derby-cherie-devaux-becomes-1st-woman-win/stories/20260502115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/golden-tempo-takes-kentucky-derby-cherie-devaux-becomes-1st-woman-win/stories/20260502115#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 23:39:51 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/05/02/golden-tempo-takes-kentucky-derby-cherie-devaux-becomes-1st-woman-win/stories/20260502115 LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Golden Tempo won the Kentucky Derby on Saturday, making Cherie DeVaux the first woman to train the winner of the opening leg of the Triple Crown. Kentucky Derby entrant Golden Tempo works out at Churchill Downs on May 1 in Louisville, Ky.