http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 05 Apr 2026 04:46:33 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/04/05/outdoors-friend-s-timely-action-helped-with-overboard-angler-on-maumee/stories/20260405055 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/04/05/outdoors-friend-s-timely-action-helped-with-overboard-angler-on-maumee/stories/20260405055#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/04/05/outdoors-friend-s-timely-action-helped-with-overboard-angler-on-maumee/stories/20260405055 You never know about a co-worker until you hear them casually mention how they helped rescue a fellow angler who was swept overboard when a boat capsized on the Maumee River recently. One of the two anglers who ended up overboard after their boat flipped was picked up by a passing boat of anglers. Capt. Mark Perkins, right, of Blue Skies Charters looks on as a happy client holds up a nice Lake Erie walleye. The Ohio Division of Wildlife is again predicting a great year of walleye and perch fishing in the lake's western basin. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/05/city-league-seeking-hall-of-fame-nominations/stories/20260404009 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/05/city-league-seeking-hall-of-fame-nominations/stories/20260404009#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/05/city-league-seeking-hall-of-fame-nominations/stories/20260404009 The Toledo City Athletic League Hall of Fame is accepting applications for the 2026 class. Jazlyn Davis (Class of 2024, basketball) was inducted into the City League Hall of Fame in 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-coach-of-the-year-mike-floyd-central-catholic/stories/20260331101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-coach-of-the-year-mike-floyd-central-catholic/stories/20260331101#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:05:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-coach-of-the-year-mike-floyd-central-catholic/stories/20260331101 Central Catholic basketball coach Mike Floyd believes that greatness is achieved through trust, toughness, and selflessness, which are built through “sweat equity.” Central Catholic coach Mike Floyd gives instructions against Mansfield Senior during a Division III regional boys basketball final March 14 at Savage Arena in Toledo. Central defeated Mansfield, 81-61. Mike Floyd, Central Catholic’s head coach, yells commands to his team during a boys basketball Division III regional semifinal game against Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy on March 11 at Savage Arena in Toledo. Central Catholic head coach coach Mike Floyd gives instructions against Mansfield Senior during a Division III regional boys basketball final March 14 at Savage Arena in Toledo. Central defeated Mansfield, 81-61. Central Catholic’s head coach Mike Floyd watches his team during a Division III regional semifinal game against Lima Shawnee High School on March 5 at Savage Arena in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-girls-basketball-team/stories/20260402018 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-girls-basketball-team/stories/20260402018#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:05:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-girls-basketball-team/stories/20260402018 ELLY EVARTS, GIBSONBURG Gibsonburg junior Elly Evarts was selected to the All-Blade high school girls basketball team. Start’s Jade Latson and Rogers’ Milisia Martin fight for possession of the ball during the City League girls basketball championship Feb. 6 at Scott High School in Toledo. Start defeated Rogers, 40-30. Anthony Wayne’s Leah Pike passes the ball during a girls high school basketball game against Northview Jan. 29 at Northview High School in Sylvania. Ottawa Hills’ Kendell Skiver tries to grab the rebound during the basketball game Jan. 23 at Toledo Christian in Toledo. Kallie Thames of Notre Dame drives the ball down the court as Mackenzie Williams of St. Ursula guards her during a girls high school basketball game Jan. 6 at Notre Dame Academy in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/04/michigan-overpowers-arizona-reaches-national-title-game-91-73-win/stories/20260404130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/04/michigan-overpowers-arizona-reaches-national-title-game-91-73-win/stories/20260404130#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:43:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/04/michigan-overpowers-arizona-reaches-national-title-game-91-73-win/stories/20260404130 INDIANAPOLIS — Michigan overpowered Arizona early and humbled the ’Cats all night long, turning the Final Four meeting billed as the Game of the Year into a 91-73 Wolverines highlight reel Saturday night. Michigan's Nimari Burnett, left, and Will Tschetter (42) celebrate. Michigan's Aday Mara (15) reacts. Michigan center Aday Mara (15) dunks against Arizona. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 03:34:02 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/04/pistons-beat-76ers-116-93-clinch-top-seed-eastern-conference/stories/20260404129 PHILADELPHIA — Tobias Harris scored 19 points, and Daniss Jenkins added 16 points and 14 assists as the Detroit Pistons beat the Philadelphia 76ers 116-93 Saturday night to clinch the top seed in the Eastern Conference playoffs. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) celebrates with center Jalen Duren (0). 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/walleye/2026/04/04/walleye-see-brief-win-streak-end-loss-nailers/stories/20260404127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/04/walleye-see-brief-win-streak-end-loss-nailers/stories/20260404127#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 02:13:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/04/walleye-see-brief-win-streak-end-loss-nailers/stories/20260404127 The Toledo Walleye had their three-game winning streak snapped on Saturday at the Huntington Center with a 4-2 loss to the Wheeling Nailers. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins moves the puck away from Iowa’s Elliott McDermott during the first period of an ECHL hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on March 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/04/04/freshmen-braylon-mullins-and-keaton-wagler-shine-others-struggle-uconns/stories/20260404126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/04/04/freshmen-braylon-mullins-and-keaton-wagler-shine-others-struggle-uconns/stories/20260404126#comments Sun, 05 Apr 2026 01:37:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/04/04/freshmen-braylon-mullins-and-keaton-wagler-shine-others-struggle-uconns/stories/20260404126 INDIANAPOLIS — The horn sounded, signaling UConn's return to the national championship game for the third time in four seasons. And freshman Braylon Mullins raised his arms in triumph, a huge smile on his face as he trotted over to join his celebrating Huskies teammates. UConn guard Braylon Mullins (24) rebounds against Illinois. UConn guard Braylon Mullins (24) celebrates a basket against Illinois. Illinois guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives against UConn. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/04/red-wings-playoff-pursuit-takes-hit-with-4-1-loss-already-eliminated-rangers/stories/20260404124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/04/red-wings-playoff-pursuit-takes-hit-with-4-1-loss-already-eliminated-rangers/stories/20260404124#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:49:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/04/red-wings-playoff-pursuit-takes-hit-with-4-1-loss-already-eliminated-rangers/stories/20260404124 NEW YORK — Failing to score until there were 32 seconds left and allowing a hat trick to Gabriel Perreault, the Detroit Red Wings lost an important game in their pursuit of a playoff spot, 4-1 at the New York Rangers on Saturday. Detroit Red Wings goaltender John Gibson (36) covers the puck. New York Rangers goaltender Jonathan Quick (32) stops the puck. Detroit Red Wings defenseman Moritz Seider (53) fights with New York Rangers center J.T. Miller (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-offense-erupts-four-home-runs-11-6-victory-over-cardinals/stories/20260404123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-offense-erupts-four-home-runs-11-6-victory-over-cardinals/stories/20260404123#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:58:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-offense-erupts-four-home-runs-11-6-victory-over-cardinals/stories/20260404123 DETROIT — Kerry Carpenter, Zach McKinstry and Matt Vierling hit two-run homers and drove in three runs apiece, and the Detroit Tigers powered their way to an 11-6, rain-shortened victory over the St. Louis Cardinals on Saturday. Detroit Tigers' Kerry Carpenter reacts to his two-run home run against the St. Louis Cardinals. Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry, right, celebrates his two-run home run with Dillon Dingler (13). St. Louis Cardinals' Jordan Walker celebrates his grand slam. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:33:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/04/toledo-volleyball-using-offseason-continue-build-historic-2025-campaign/stories/20260404114 Coming off its first-ever NCAA tournament berth last fall, Toledo volleyball coach Brian Wright has a new task — build on that success. Toledo outside hitter Jessica Costlow hits the ball during the Rockets' volleyball spring exhibition match against Findlay at Savage Arena in Toledo on April 4. Toledo’s Kayla Ozanich spikes the ball as Findlay’s Victoria Mescher attempts to block. Toledo’s Maddy Bach jumps to set the ball. Brian Wright, Toledo’s head coach, talks to Kayla Ozanich. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn watches as Findlay’s Hannah Miller and Keira Turek attempt to block. Toledo’s Ava Siefke jumps to block Findlay’s spike. Toledo’s Maddy Bach sets the ball. Toledo’s Maddy Bach smiles after a play. Toledo’s Maddy Bach floats under the ball to hit. Toledo players celebrate a play. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Ava Siefke jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Jessica Costlow jumps to spike the ball. Toledo’s Maddy Bach jumps to set. Toledo’s Grace Freiberger hits the ball. Brian Wright, Toledo’s head coach, watches. Toledo’s Sierra Pertzborn and Ava Siefke jump to block Findlay’s spike. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/central-standout-johnson-commits-toledo/stories/20260404118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/central-standout-johnson-commits-toledo/stories/20260404118#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 21:19:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/central-standout-johnson-commits-toledo/stories/20260404118 Fresh off of helping guide Central Catholic to its first state final four appearance since 2011, star guard Manny Johnson won’t be going too far when he begins his collegiate career. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson reacts to a call during a boys basketball game at St. John's Jesuit High School in Toledo on Jan. 16. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-player-of-the-year-manny-johnson-central-catholic/stories/20260404006 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-player-of-the-year-manny-johnson-central-catholic/stories/20260404006#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:17:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-boys-basketball-player-of-the-year-manny-johnson-central-catholic/stories/20260404006 Central Catholic senior and University of Toledo commit Manny Johnson possesses every high-value trait that any coach would love to have, but the dynamic guard also excels at the intangibles. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson dunks the ball during a boys basketball game Feb. 20 at Central Catholic High School in Toledo. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson reacts to a call during a boys basketball game Jan. 16 at St. John's Jesuit High School in Toledo. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson makes a layup as Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy’s Brayden Harris attempts to block him during a boys basketball Division III regional semifinal game March 11 at Savage Arena in Toledo. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson shoots against Trotwood-Madison’s Justyce Taylor during a Division III state semifinal basketball game March 19 at the UD Arena in Dayton. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/briggs-ranking-top-10-area-high-school-sports-programs/stories/20260404113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/briggs-ranking-top-10-area-high-school-sports-programs/stories/20260404113#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 17:31:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/briggs-ranking-top-10-area-high-school-sports-programs/stories/20260404113 How many extraordinary high school sports programs are there in our area? Central Catholic players hoist the trophy after their victory in the OHSAA Division II state high school football championship game between Central Catholic and Akron Archbishop Hoban at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton in 2022. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-place-verlander-on-15-day-injured-list-with-hip-injury/stories/20260404117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-place-verlander-on-15-day-injured-list-with-hip-injury/stories/20260404117#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:32:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/04/tigers-place-verlander-on-15-day-injured-list-with-hip-injury/stories/20260404117 DETROIT — Justin Verlander's long-awaited return to Comerica Park as a member of the Detroit Tigers was put on hold Saturday. Detroit Tigers pitcher Justin Verlander works against the Arizona Diamondbacks during the first inning of an opening-day baseball game March 30 in Phoenix. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/04/mud-hens-fall-mets-slugfest/stories/20260404116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/04/mud-hens-fall-mets-slugfest/stories/20260404116#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 20:09:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/04/mud-hens-fall-mets-slugfest/stories/20260404116 SYRACUSE, N.Y. — The Toledo Mud Hens’ offense came to play once again on Saturday, but the same couldn’t be said of their pitching as they lost to the Syracuse Mets 9-7. Trei Cruz rounds second as the Mud Hens hosted the St. Paul Saints on Aug. 31, 2025 at Fifth Third Field in Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-boys-basketball-team/stories/20260402016 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-boys-basketball-team/stories/20260402016#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 15:04:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2025-26-all-blade-boys-basketball-team/stories/20260402016 MACK HIEBER, PATRICK HENRY Mack Hieber of Patrick Henry looks to make a pass as Brycen Bolger of Evergreen guards him during a boys high school basketball game Jan. 8 at Patrick Henry High School in Hamler. Alan Horton for St. Francis de Sales spins around the defense for a layup against St. John's Jesuit in a boys high school basketball game Dec. 12, 2025 at St. John's in West Toledo. Central Catholic’s Manny Johnson makes a layup as Cuyahoga Valley Christian Academy’s Brayden Harris attempts to block him during a boys basketball Division III regional semifinal game March 11 at Savage Arena in Toledo. St. John’s Race Kowalczyk looks to pass the ball as Detroit Catholic Central’s Gideon Gash guards him during a Catholic High School League boys basketball championship game Feb. 13 at the Oakland University Credit Union O'rena in Auburn Hills, Mich. Genoa’s Walter Plantz drives to the basket during the Division V district boys basketball final March 6 at Napoleon High School in Napoleon. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-coach-year-dane-franklin-start/stories/20260402129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-coach-year-dane-franklin-start/stories/20260402129#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 13:07:30 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-coach-year-dane-franklin-start/stories/20260402129 In his fifth season leading the Start girls basketball program, coach Dane Franklin achieved a program-first milestone with back-to-back district championship wins. That feat, along with a 19-7 record, and a second consecutive City League title, highlighted a season defined by success. Start’s head coach Dane Franklin cheers for his players during the City League girls basketball championship at Scott High School in Toledo on Feb. 6. Start defeated Rogers, 40-30. Start’s head coach Dane Franklin yells to his players during the Division II girls basketball district final at Lake High School in Millbury on Feb. 28. Start defeated Anthony Wayne, 41-35. Start sings Happy Birthday to their head coach Dane Franklin during the Division II girls basketball district final at Lake High School in Millbury on Feb. 28. Start defeated Anthony Wayne, 41-35. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-player-year-leah-pike-anthony-wayne/stories/20260402104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-player-year-leah-pike-anthony-wayne/stories/20260402104#comments Sat, 04 Apr 2026 11:18:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/04/2026-all-blade-girls-basketball-player-year-leah-pike-anthony-wayne/stories/20260402104 Leah Pike’s all-around ability and leadership presence made her a pivotal piece for the Anthony Wayne girls basketball team, often being the go-to voice in the huddle for a Generals squad that finished 21-4 under first-year coach Chandler Adams. Anthony Wayne’s Leah Pike, right, goes for a layup against Northview’s Amelia Shamy during a girls high school basketball game at Northview High School in Sylvania on Jan. 29. Anthony Wayne’s Leah Pike hits a buzzer beater in the first half during a girls high school basketball game in Napoleon on Dec. 9. Leah Pike rises for the jumpshot during Anthony Wayne's girls basketball practice in their gym on Nov. 20 in Whitehouse, Ohio.