http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:09:40 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/04/reds-blank-rangers-2-0-lowder-pitches-scoreless-innings/stories/20260404128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/04/reds-blank-rangers-2-0-lowder-pitches-scoreless-innings/stories/20260404128#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:25:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/04/reds-blank-rangers-2-0-lowder-pitches-scoreless-innings/stories/20260404128 ARLINGTON, Texas — Rhett Lowder allowed three hits over six innings as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Texas Rangers 2-0 on Saturday night, giving the right-hander his first win since 2024 after missing all of last season because of injuries. Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Rhett Lowder throws. Cincinnati Reds' Elly de la Cruz breaks his bat while hitting a single, scoring teammate Matt McLain. Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly de la Cruz (44) and center fielder Dane Myers (17) react after their team defeated the Texas Rangers 5-3. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/team-names-announced-roller-hockey-league-takes-shape-inaugural-season/stories/20260403111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/team-names-announced-roller-hockey-league-takes-shape-inaugural-season/stories/20260403111#comments Fri, 03 Apr 2026 22:32:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/team-names-announced-roller-hockey-league-takes-shape-inaugural-season/stories/20260403111 A new roller hockey league, promising fast-paced, high-scoring, and physical hockey, continues to take shape this summer. Adam Stio announces new roller hockey league at a news conference at the Huntington Center on Feb. 25. The 419 Bladers The Sasquatches The Glass City Pain The Maumee Bay Ghost Frogs https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/reds-beat-rangers-5-3-their-1st-road-game-3-homers-last-9th/stories/20260403126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/reds-beat-rangers-5-3-their-1st-road-game-3-homers-last-9th/stories/20260403126#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:33:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/03/reds-beat-rangers-5-3-their-1st-road-game-3-homers-last-9th/stories/20260403126 ARLINGTON, Texas — Tyler Stephenson hit a tiebreaking two-run homer in the ninth inning and the Cincinnati Reds won in their first road game this season, a 5-3 victory to spoil the home opener for the Texas Rangers on Friday. Cincinnati Reds' Tyler Stephenson reacts after hitting a two-run home run off Texas Rangers pitcher Chris Martin during the ninth inning. Cincinnati Reds left fielder Spencer Steer makes a diving attempt on a two-run double by Texas Rangers catcher Danny Jansen during the second inning. Texas Rangers starting pitcher MacKenzie Gore, left, looks on as Cincinnati Reds' Spencer Steer, right, runs the bases after hitting a two-run home run off him during the second inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/01/cruz-homers-skenes-returns-form-pirates-take-series-reds/stories/20260401150 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/01/cruz-homers-skenes-returns-form-pirates-take-series-reds/stories/20260401150#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 20:56:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/01/cruz-homers-skenes-returns-form-pirates-take-series-reds/stories/20260401150 CINCINNATI — Oneil Cruz had a three-run homer, his third in two games, Paul Skenes allowed one run in five innings and the Pittsburgh Pirates defeated the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 on Wednesday to take the three-game series. Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz (15) celebrates with third base coach Tony Beasley (27) as he rounds the bases after hitting a three-run homer in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati on April 1. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Paul Skenes throws during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati on April 1. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott throws in the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates in Cincinnati on April 1. Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz, right, celebrates with Marcell Ozuna, center, and Nick Yorke, left, after hitting a three-run homer in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati on April 1. Pittsburgh Pirates' Oneil Cruz, left, Marcell Ozuna, center, and Bryan Reynolds, right, after hitting a three-run homer in the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds in Cincinnati on April 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/cruz-homers-twice-o-hearn-reynolds-also-go-deep-pirates-beat-reds-8-3/stories/20260331119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/cruz-homers-twice-o-hearn-reynolds-also-go-deep-pirates-beat-reds-8-3/stories/20260331119#comments Wed, 01 Apr 2026 02:09:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/cruz-homers-twice-o-hearn-reynolds-also-go-deep-pirates-beat-reds-8-3/stories/20260331119 CINCINNATI — Oneil Cruz homered twice and Ryan O’Hearn hit a three-run shot as the Pittsburgh Pirates beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-3 on Tuesday night. Pittsburgh Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn follows through after hitting a three-run home run. Pittsburgh Pirates' Bryan Reynolds hits a solo home run. Pittsburgh Pirates' Bryan Reynolds celebrates a solo home run while crossing home plate. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/tiger-woods-hydrocodone-pills-pocket-bloodshot-eyes-crash-florida/stories/20260331099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/tiger-woods-hydrocodone-pills-pocket-bloodshot-eyes-crash-florida/stories/20260331099#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 18:41:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/31/tiger-woods-hydrocodone-pills-pocket-bloodshot-eyes-crash-florida/stories/20260331099 ORLANDO, Fla. — Tiger Woods said he’ll step away and seek treatment on Tuesday, days after his vehicle crashed in Florida and he was arrested on suspicion of driving under the influence. Golfer Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. This handout photo provided by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows Tiger Woods, in Stuart, Fla., on March 27. This photo provided by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows skid marks near the overturned vehicle in a rollover crash which involved Tiger Woods in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/30/chase-burns-notches-1st-major-league-win-reds-2-0-victory-over-pirates/stories/20260330111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/30/chase-burns-notches-1st-major-league-win-reds-2-0-victory-over-pirates/stories/20260330111#comments Tue, 31 Mar 2026 01:51:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/30/chase-burns-notches-1st-major-league-win-reds-2-0-victory-over-pirates/stories/20260330111 CINCINNATI — Chase Burns allowed one hit in five innings for his first major league win, leading the Cincinnati Reds to a 2-0 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Monday night. Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Braxton Ashcraft delivers a pitch during the third inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds, Monday, March 30, 2026, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar) Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns delivers a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Monday, March 30, 2026, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar) Cincinnati Reds third baseman Eugenio Suárez, left, is congratulated by Cincinnati Reds third baseman Sal Stewart, right, after scoring during the fourth inning of a baseball game against the Pittsburgh Pirates, Monday, March 30, 2026, in Cincinnati. (AP Photo/Kareem Elgazzar) https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/29/chase-elliott-beats-denny-hamlin-martinsville-speedway-1st-nascar-win-season/stories/20260329121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/29/chase-elliott-beats-denny-hamlin-martinsville-speedway-1st-nascar-win-season/stories/20260329121#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2026 02:19:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/29/chase-elliott-beats-denny-hamlin-martinsville-speedway-1st-nascar-win-season/stories/20260329121 Martinsville, Va. — The strategy calls don’t always work out for Chase Elliott in the Cup Series. Chase Elliott celebrates in Victory Lane. Chase Elliott (9) performs a burnout after winning. Drivers race through Turn 1 and Turn 2. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/27/tiger-woods-involved-rollover-vehicle-crash-florida-sheriff-tells-media-outlets/stories/20260327115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/27/tiger-woods-involved-rollover-vehicle-crash-florida-sheriff-tells-media-outlets/stories/20260327115#comments Fri, 27 Mar 2026 20:15:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/27/tiger-woods-involved-rollover-vehicle-crash-florida-sheriff-tells-media-outlets/stories/20260327115 JUPITER ISLAND, Fla. — Tiger Woods was arrested Friday on suspicion of driving under the influence after his Land Rover traveling at “high speed” on a residential road clipped a truck and rolled onto its side. This photo provided by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows skid marks near the overturned vehicle in a rollover crash which involved Tiger Woods in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. This photo provided by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows the overturned vehicle in a rollover crash which involved Tiger Woods in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. This photo provided by the Martin County Sheriff's Office shows skid marks near the overturned vehicle in a rollover crash which involved Tiger Woods in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. Golfer Tiger Woods stands by his overturned vehicle in Jupiter Island, Fla., on March 27. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/jason-benetti-steps-spotlight-nbc-lead-voice-sunday-night-baseball/stories/20260325115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/jason-benetti-steps-spotlight-nbc-lead-voice-sunday-night-baseball/stories/20260325115#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 22:30:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/jason-benetti-steps-spotlight-nbc-lead-voice-sunday-night-baseball/stories/20260325115 When NBC Sports executive producer Sam Flood learned in November that his network would be back doing baseball, he immediately knew who he wanted as his play-by-play voice and the format for it. Bill Walton does commentary on NBC Sports Chicago for the Chicago White Sox's baseball game against the Los Angeles Angels in 2019, in Anaheim, Calif. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/vegas-and-seattle-a-step-closer-to-getting-nba-teams-league-s-owners-approve/stories/20260325090 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/vegas-and-seattle-a-step-closer-to-getting-nba-teams-league-s-owners-approve/stories/20260325090#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:39:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/25/vegas-and-seattle-a-step-closer-to-getting-nba-teams-league-s-owners-approve/stories/20260325090 NEW YORK — Seattle and Las Vegas are one step closer to having NBA teams. NBA commissioner Adam Silver greets NBA referee Ashley Moyer-Gleich as he arrives for an NBA basketball game between the Portland Trail Blazers and the Utah Jazz March 13 in Portland, Ore. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/23/otsego-product-joseph-dzierwa-honored-mlb-spring-breakout-performance/stories/20260323093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/23/otsego-product-joseph-dzierwa-honored-mlb-spring-breakout-performance/stories/20260323093#comments Tue, 24 Mar 2026 00:10:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/23/otsego-product-joseph-dzierwa-honored-mlb-spring-breakout-performance/stories/20260323093 SARASOTA, Fla. — Otsego High School and Michigan State University product Joseph Dzierwa put on an impressive performance during the Baltimore Orioles’ Spring Breakout exhibition game, and the rest of Major League Baseball took notice. Michigan State's Joseph Dzierwa pitches during an NCAA baseball game on April 5, 2024, in East Lansing, Mich.. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/18/WNBA-and-players-union-have-reached-an-agreement-in-principle-on-a-transformational-new-CBA-1/stories/20260318139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/18/WNBA-and-players-union-have-reached-an-agreement-in-principle-on-a-transformational-new-CBA-1/stories/20260318139#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 22:14:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/18/WNBA-and-players-union-have-reached-an-agreement-in-principle-on-a-transformational-new-CBA-1/stories/20260318139 NEW YORK — The WNBA will have its first million dollar players after the league and its players’ union reached a deal in principle on a transformational new collective bargaining agreement early Wednesday morning. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert speaks prior to Game 1 of a WNBA basketball final playoff series between the Las Vegas Aces and the Phoenix Mercury, Oct. 3, 2025, in Las Vegas. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/17/us-playing-venezuela-wbc-title-uncomfortable-political-moment/stories/20260317117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/17/us-playing-venezuela-wbc-title-uncomfortable-political-moment/stories/20260317117#comments Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:57:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/17/us-playing-venezuela-wbc-title-uncomfortable-political-moment/stories/20260317117 MIAMI — After nearly getting eliminated in the group stage last week, the United States is playing Venezuela for the World Baseball Classic championship on Tuesday night in a game with political overtones. The Venezuela team celebrates after defeating Italy at a World Baseball Classic semifinal game March 16 in Miami. United States' Aaron Judge celebrates after hitting a two-run home run during the third inning of a World Baseball Classic game against Mexico om March 9 in Houston. Venezuela fans cheer the team during the sixth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against Italy on March 16 in Miami. United States' Gunnar Henderson (11) celebrates his home run during the fourth inning of a World Baseball Classic semifinal game against the Dominican Republic on March 15 in Miami. A USA fan shakes hands with a Dominican Republic fan before a World Baseball Classic semifinal game between the teams on March 15 in Miami. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/16/mlb-test-of-robot-umpires-for-checked-swing-calls-moving-up-to-triple-a/stories/20260316084 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/16/mlb-test-of-robot-umpires-for-checked-swing-calls-moving-up-to-triple-a/stories/20260316084#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 18:02:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/16/mlb-test-of-robot-umpires-for-checked-swing-calls-moving-up-to-triple-a/stories/20260316084 MIAMI — Major League Baseball’s experiment of a robot umpire technology system allowing challenges to checked swing calls is moving up from Class A to Triple-A. Detroit Tigers' Kerry Carpenter checks his swing against a low pitch during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Atlanta Braves on March 2 in Lakeland, Fla. The Automated Ball/Strike System plays on the scoreboard after a pitch call was challenged during the first inning of a spring training baseball game between the Chicago White Sox and the San Diego Padres, Feb. 26, 2025, in Phoenix. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/denny-hamlin-storms-back-win-at-las-vegas-after-early-penalty/stories/20260315144 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/denny-hamlin-storms-back-win-at-las-vegas-after-early-penalty/stories/20260315144#comments Mon, 16 Mar 2026 02:01:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/denny-hamlin-storms-back-win-at-las-vegas-after-early-penalty/stories/20260315144 LAS VEGAS — Denny Hamlin returned to victory lane at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on Sunday for his first win since he lost the NASCAR championship four months ago, and first since the death of his father in a December house fire. Denny Hamlin poses with his trophy in Victory Lane after winning. Denny Hamlin (11) performs a burnout after winning. Denny Hamlin, left, holds up the trophy with a teammate after winning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/kyle-kirkwood-wins-another-indycar-street-race-become-first-winner-arlington/stories/20260315133 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/kyle-kirkwood-wins-another-indycar-street-race-become-first-winner-arlington/stories/20260315133#comments Sun, 15 Mar 2026 22:21:54 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/15/kyle-kirkwood-wins-another-indycar-street-race-become-first-winner-arlington/stories/20260315133 ARLINGTON, Texas — Kyle Kirkwood keeps taking it to the streets in IndyCar, and this time he won a new race to take over the series lead. Driver Kyle Kirkwood takes a turn during practice for IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington auto race. A race official watches as IndyCars drive the track at the Grand Prix of Arlington auto race. Diver Alex Palou takes a turn during practice for the IndyCar Grand Prix of Arlington auto race. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Hendrickson-joins-Ravens-Crosby-still-on-Raiders-and-QB-Jones-re-signs-with-Colts-1/stories/20260311124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Hendrickson-joins-Ravens-Crosby-still-on-Raiders-and-QB-Jones-re-signs-with-Colts-1/stories/20260311124#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:37:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Hendrickson-joins-Ravens-Crosby-still-on-Raiders-and-QB-Jones-re-signs-with-Colts-1/stories/20260311124 The Baltimore Ravens landed their star pass rusher in Trey Hendrickson, Maxx Crosby is back in Las Vegas for now and Daniel Jones is staying in Indianapolis as part of a busy start to the new league year. Cincinnati Bengals defensive end Trey Hendrickson (91) looks on during an NFL football game against the Detroit Lions, Oct. 5, 2025, in Cincinnati. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Travis-Kelce-returns-to-Kansas-City-Chiefs-for-14th-season-with-Patrick-Mahomes-and-Co-1/stories/20260311123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Travis-Kelce-returns-to-Kansas-City-Chiefs-for-14th-season-with-Patrick-Mahomes-and-Co-1/stories/20260311123#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:36:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/Travis-Kelce-returns-to-Kansas-City-Chiefs-for-14th-season-with-Patrick-Mahomes-and-Co-1/stories/20260311123 KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Travis Kelce will be back catching passes from Patrick Mahomes for the Kansas City Chiefs one more time. Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce catches a pass against the Los Angeles Chargers during an NFL football game, Dec, 14, 2025, in Kansas City, Mo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/NCAA-tourney-selection-committee-will-not-let-travel-concerns-dictate-bracketing-or-seeding-of-field-1/stories/20260311121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/NCAA-tourney-selection-committee-will-not-let-travel-concerns-dictate-bracketing-or-seeding-of-field-1/stories/20260311121#comments Wed, 11 Mar 2026 23:31:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/03/11/NCAA-tourney-selection-committee-will-not-let-travel-concerns-dictate-bracketing-or-seeding-of-field-1/stories/20260311121 INDIANAPOLIS — The NCAA Tournament Selection Committee has enough to sift through this weekend without playing air traffic controller. Texas forward Dailyn Swain (3) drives to the hoop as Florida Gators guard Isaiah Brown (20) in the second half of an NCAA college basketball game in Austin, Texas, Feb. 25.