http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:00:02 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/26/sal-stewarts-3-run-hr-5-rbis-help-reds-beat-tigers-9-2/stories/20260426103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/26/sal-stewarts-3-run-hr-5-rbis-help-reds-beat-tigers-9-2/stories/20260426103#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:05:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/26/sal-stewarts-3-run-hr-5-rbis-help-reds-beat-tigers-9-2/stories/20260426103 CINCINNATI — Sal Stewart hit a three-run home run and drove in five runs as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Detroit Tigers 9-2 on Saturday night. Cincinnati Reds' Sal Stewart, left, celebrates after his three-run home run with teammate Elly de la Cruz, second from left, during the first inning. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brady Singer throws during the first inning. Detroit Tigers pitcher Jack Flaherty throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/vikings-trade-edge-rusher-jonathan-greenard-eagles-pair-3rd-round-draft-picks/stories/20260425088 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/vikings-trade-edge-rusher-jonathan-greenard-eagles-pair-3rd-round-draft-picks/stories/20260425088#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 16:35:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/vikings-trade-edge-rusher-jonathan-greenard-eagles-pair-3rd-round-draft-picks/stories/20260425088 Jermod McCoy's lengthy wait to hear his name called at the NFL draft came to a quick end on Saturday. Minnesota Vikings linebacker Jonathan Greenard (58) rushes off the field during an NFL football game between the Dallas Cowboys and the Minnesota Vikings on Dec. 14 in Arlington, Texas. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/brad-keselowski-needs-luck-toyotas-at-talladega/stories/20260425093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/brad-keselowski-needs-luck-toyotas-at-talladega/stories/20260425093#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 19:43:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/25/brad-keselowski-needs-luck-toyotas-at-talladega/stories/20260425093 TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) — Brad Keselowski felt the utmost confidence entering Talladega Superspeedway this weekend — even while knowing his car doesn’t have the speed to keep up with the Cup Series leaders. Brad Keselowski prepares to run during NASCAR Daytona 500 qualifying on Feb. 11 in Daytona, Fla. William Byron (24) and Kyle Larson (5) lead the pack during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Talladega Superspeedway, Oct. 19 in Talladega, Ala. Denny Hamlin (11) and Tyler Reddick (45) head down the front straightaway during the third stage of a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Kansas Speedway in Kansas City, Kan., on April 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/nelly-korda-slows-her-torrid-pace-settles-for-5-shot-lead/stories/20260425107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/nelly-korda-slows-her-torrid-pace-settles-for-5-shot-lead/stories/20260425107#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:11:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/nelly-korda-slows-her-torrid-pace-settles-for-5-shot-lead/stories/20260425107 HOUSTON — Nelly Korda tied the 54-hole scoring record at The Chevron Championship on Saturday. She had a five-shot lead going into the final round, the largest of her career. A victory would take her back to No. 1 in the women's world ranking. Nelly Korda hits her tee shot on the 18th hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/fitzpatrick-brothers-post-tournament-record-57/stories/20260425106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/fitzpatrick-brothers-post-tournament-record-57/stories/20260425106#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 04:09:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/25/fitzpatrick-brothers-post-tournament-record-57/stories/20260425106 AVONDALE, La. — Matt Fitzpatrick and his younger brother Alex shot a tournament-record 15-under 57 in better-ball play on Saturday, giving them a four-shot lead heading into the final round of the Zurich Classic. Alex Fitzpatrick, of England, tees off on the first hole. Matt Fitzpatrick, of England, tees off on the first hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/25/walleye-top-bloomington-4-3-in-game-2-of-division-semis-to-take-2-0-lead-in-seri/stories/20260425099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/25/walleye-top-bloomington-4-3-in-game-2-of-division-semis-to-take-2-0-lead-in-seri/stories/20260425099#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 02:13:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/25/walleye-top-bloomington-4-3-in-game-2-of-division-semis-to-take-2-0-lead-in-seri/stories/20260425099 The Toledo Walleye looked to have taken full control of Game 2 of the division semifinals by scoring goals very early in all three periods before having to fend off the feisty Bloomington Bison on Saturday night. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins skates out during introductions ahead of the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division semifinals. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins scores against Bloomington goalie Dryden McKay. Toledo’s Reilly Funk, right, goes airborne after being tripped up by Bloomington’s Parker Gavlas. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins celebrates his goal. Toledo players celebrate a goal. Toledo’s Tanner Kelly celebrates his goal. Toledo’s Reilly Funk goes airborne. Toledo’s Cam Hausinger handles the puck. Adam Wozniak, head equipment manager, stands with his hand on the sticks. Toledo’s Sam Craggs, right, tries to get around Bloomington’s Riku Ishida. Toledo’s Tanner Dickinson waits for the referee to drop the puck in a face-off. Referees break up a scuffle between Toledo’s Tanner Kelly, left, and Bloomington’s Brenden Datema. Toledo’s Sam Craggs, left, and Bloomington’s Deni Goure battle for the puck. Bloomington’s Brenden Datema, left, and Toledo’s Brandon Kruse get in a scuffle. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/25/okamoto-homers-second-straight-game-drives-two-blue-jays-beat-guardian/stories/20260425105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/25/okamoto-homers-second-straight-game-drives-two-blue-jays-beat-guardian/stories/20260425105#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:55:26 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/25/okamoto-homers-second-straight-game-drives-two-blue-jays-beat-guardian/stories/20260425105 TORONTO — Kazuma Okamoto homered for the second straight game, Andrés Giménez hit a two-run single and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Cleveland Guardians 5-3 on Saturday. Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman (34) works against the Cleveland Guardians. Toronto Blue Jays' Kazuma Okamoto (7) singles off Cleveland Guardians pitcher Matt Festa (52) during the sixth inning. Cleveland Guardians' Juan Brito hits a double off Toronto Blue Jays pitcher Kevin Gausman during the third inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/25/banchero-bane-each-score-25-magic-waste-big-lead-but-rally-top-pistons/stories/20260425102 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/25/banchero-bane-each-score-25-magic-waste-big-lead-but-rally-top-pistons/stories/20260425102#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:25:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/25/banchero-bane-each-score-25-magic-waste-big-lead-but-rally-top-pistons/stories/20260425102 ORLANDO, Fla. — Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead before rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 on Saturday for a 2-1 lead in their Eastern Conference first-round series. Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (5) celebrates with teammates guard Jalen Suggs, left, and center Wendell Carter Jr. after sinking a 3-point shot. Detroit Pistons forward Isaiah Stewart (28) blocks a shot by Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane. Detroit Pistons guard Ausar Thompson (9) fouls Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0) as he goes up for a shot. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/toledo-cornerback-andre-fuller-drafted-7th-round-seattle-seahawks/stories/20260425103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/toledo-cornerback-andre-fuller-drafted-7th-round-seattle-seahawks/stories/20260425103#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 01:24:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/toledo-cornerback-andre-fuller-drafted-7th-round-seattle-seahawks/stories/20260425103 More University of Toledo and Bowling Green State University players found a home on the final day of the 2026 NFL draft and after the draft concluded on Saturday. Toledo’s Andre Fuller celebrates a play during a college football game at the University of Toledo’s Glass Bowl in Toledo, on Sept. 13, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/briggs-toledo-yes-browns-highlight-our-nfl-draft-winners-losers/stories/20260425094 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/briggs-toledo-yes-browns-highlight-our-nfl-draft-winners-losers/stories/20260425094#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 22:27:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/25/briggs-toledo-yes-browns-highlight-our-nfl-draft-winners-losers/stories/20260425094 All right, we’re on the clock, so straight to it ... Friends and family of Emmanuel McNeil-Warren celebrate the University of Toledo safety's selection in the second round April 24 by the Cleveland Browns. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/25/mud-hens-blank-storm-chasers-4th-straight-win/stories/20260425101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/25/mud-hens-blank-storm-chasers-4th-straight-win/stories/20260425101#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 00:09:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/25/mud-hens-blank-storm-chasers-4th-straight-win/stories/20260425101 Dominant pitching and a key early hit were enough for the Toledo Mud Hens to shut out the Omaha Storm Chasers 2-0 on Saturday at Fifth Third Field for their fourth consecutive victory. Toledo’s Sawyer Gipson-Long throws a pitch during a Toledo Mud Hens Minor League Baseball game against the St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on April 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/25/bgsu-baseball-honors-5-program-greats-battle-i-75-series/stories/20260425087 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/25/bgsu-baseball-honors-5-program-greats-battle-i-75-series/stories/20260425087#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 20:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/25/bgsu-baseball-honors-5-program-greats-battle-i-75-series/stories/20260425087 BOWLING GREEN — Some notable names and jersey numbers have been added to the left field wall at Steller Field, as five former baseball players joined the Bowling Green State University Cast of Honor, which features the top athletes throughout each program’s history. The Bowling Green State University baseball team added five players to the Cast of Honor, as new designs honoring Kip Young (No. 21), Orel Hershiser (27), Roger McDowell (19), Andy Tracy (23), and Jon Berti (5) were added to the left field wall at Steller Field. Bowling Green alumnus and World Series champion Orel Hershiser speaks with media members before the Battle of I-75 in 2023 at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green. Former Bowling Green State University baseball player Roger McDowell, center, served as pitching coach of the Baltimore Orioles during the 2017 and 2018 seasons. Former Bowling Green State University baseball player Jon Berti was part of Italy's roster during this year's World Baseball Classic. Columbus Clippers manager Andy Tracy played collegiately at Bowling Green State University. Bowling Green State University product Kip Young played for the Toledo Mud Hens and Detroit Tigers. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/strong-first-quarter-propels-st-ursula-lacrosse-rivalry-win-over-notre-dame/stories/20260424114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/strong-first-quarter-propels-st-ursula-lacrosse-rivalry-win-over-notre-dame/stories/20260424114#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:56:18 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/strong-first-quarter-propels-st-ursula-lacrosse-rivalry-win-over-notre-dame/stories/20260424114 Eliza Hebeka scored her 100th career goal to beat Divine Child on Tuesday, and it didn’t take long for the St. Ursula Academy senior to reach 103. St. Ursula’s Eliza Hebeka, second from left, handles the ball while defended by Notre Dame’s Emma Schramm, left, Sophia Walker, second from right, and Grace Shern. St. Ursula’s Eliza Hebeka takes a shot. St. Ursula’s Anna Hebeka handles the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/nelly-korda-with-another-65-leaves-field-behind-chevron-championship/stories/20260424128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/nelly-korda-with-another-65-leaves-field-behind-chevron-championship/stories/20260424128#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:16:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/nelly-korda-with-another-65-leaves-field-behind-chevron-championship/stories/20260424128 HOUSTON — Nelly Korda is playing with so much control even her misses are right where she's aiming. She birdied her last two holes Friday with exquisite irons shots for another 7-under 65, giving her a daunting six-shot lead going into the weekend at The Chevron Championship. Nelly Korda watches her tee shot on the ninth hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/fitzpatrick-brothers-pull-within-shot-smalley-springer-zurich-classic/stories/20260424129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/fitzpatrick-brothers-pull-within-shot-smalley-springer-zurich-classic/stories/20260424129#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 04:15:01 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/24/fitzpatrick-brothers-pull-within-shot-smalley-springer-zurich-classic/stories/20260424129 AVONDALE, La. — Brothers Matt and Alex Fitzpatrick combined for a 7-under 65 in alternate-shot play Friday to pull within a stroke of leaders Alex Smalley and Hayden Springer through two rounds at the Zurich Classic. Matt Fitzpatrick, of England, tees off on the first hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/24/toledo-safety-emmanuel-mcneil-warren-goes-browns-2nd-round-nfl-draft/stories/20260424113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/24/toledo-safety-emmanuel-mcneil-warren-goes-browns-2nd-round-nfl-draft/stories/20260424113#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 01:00:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/24/toledo-safety-emmanuel-mcneil-warren-goes-browns-2nd-round-nfl-draft/stories/20260424113 University of Toledo safety Emmanuel McNeil-Warren, pegged by some mock drafts as a potential late first-round pick in the NFL draft, had to wait a bit to hear his name called during Friday’s second day of the seven-round selection meeting in Pittsburgh. Toledo defensive back Emmanuel McNeil-Warren runs the 40-yard dash at the NFL football scouting combine in Indianapolis on Feb. 27. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/24/mart-nez-hits-2-homers-guardians-beat-blue-jays/stories/20260424122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/24/mart-nez-hits-2-homers-guardians-beat-blue-jays/stories/20260424122#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 03:38:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/24/mart-nez-hits-2-homers-guardians-beat-blue-jays/stories/20260424122 TORONTO — Angel Martínez went deep twice for his first career multi-homer game, Daniel Schneemann added the first leadoff homer of his career and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Toronto Blue Jays 8-6 on Friday night. Cleveland Guardians' Jose Ramirez runs to third base. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/24/teams-focus-defense-round-2-nfl-draft/stories/20260424121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/24/teams-focus-defense-round-2-nfl-draft/stories/20260424121#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:45:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/24/teams-focus-defense-round-2-nfl-draft/stories/20260424121 Defense was the priority in the second round of the NFL draft. Tennessee Titans' Jeffery Simmons walks across the stage before announcing a pick by the Tennessee Titans. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/photo-gallery-st-ursula-vs-notre-dame-girls-lacrosse/stories/20260424120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/photo-gallery-st-ursula-vs-notre-dame-girls-lacrosse/stories/20260424120#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:29:36 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/24/photo-gallery-st-ursula-vs-notre-dame-girls-lacrosse/stories/20260424120 St. Ursula defeated Notre Dame 12-6 in a girls high school lacrosse game at Notre Dame Academy in Toledo on Friday, April 24, 2026. St. Ursula’s Eliza Hebeka takes a shot. St. Ursula’s Anna Hebeka, left, and Notre Dame’s Priscila Pizana collide. St. Ursula’s Eliza Hebeka, second from left, handles the ball while defended by Notre Dame’s Emma Schramm, left, Sophia Walker, second from right, and Grace Shern. Teammates celebrate with Notre Dame’s Jenna Chryst (12) after her goal. Notre Dame’s Grace Shern, center, takes a shot while defended by St. Ursula’s Skylar Schlachter, left, and Eliza Hebeka. St Ursula’s Rylee Frederick, and Notre Dame’s Grace Shern jump up for the ball. Notre Dame’s Emma Schramm, left, defends St. Ursula’s Anna Hebeka. Mackenzie Williams takes a shot. Notre Dame’s Jenna Chryst, third from right, handles the ball. St. Ursula’s Rylee Frederick, back, celebrates a goal by teammate Eliza Hebeka. St. Ursula’s Anna Hebeka handles the ball. Notre Dame’s Emma Schramm takes a shot. St. Ursula’s Maxie Yoder, right, shoots against Notre Dame’s Emma Leach. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/24/mud-hens-rally-rain-shortened-win-over-omaha/stories/20260424119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/24/mud-hens-rally-rain-shortened-win-over-omaha/stories/20260424119#comments Sat, 25 Apr 2026 02:24:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/24/mud-hens-rally-rain-shortened-win-over-omaha/stories/20260424119 Toledo came through with the go-ahead runs in the bottom of the fifth inning, which turned out to be perfect timing as the rain would soon follow, resulting in a 4-3 win for the Mud Hens over the Omaha Storm Chasers in a rain-shortened game Friday night at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Gage Workman high fives his teammates after scoring a run during a Toledo Mud Hens Minor League Baseball game against the St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.