http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Mon, 13 Apr 2026 04:14:28 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/soriano-becomes-mlbs-first-4-game-winner-lowers-era-0-33-angels-beat-reds/stories/20260412127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/soriano-becomes-mlbs-first-4-game-winner-lowers-era-0-33-angels-beat-reds/stories/20260412127#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:52:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/soriano-becomes-mlbs-first-4-game-winner-lowers-era-0-33-angels-beat-reds/stories/20260412127 CINCINNATI — José Soriano struck out 10 over seven shutout innings to become the major leagues' first four-game winner, and Los Angeles Angels beat the Reds 9-6 Sunday for their first series victory at Cincinnati since 2007. Los Angeles Angels pitcher José Soriano throws. Los Angeles Angels' Oswald Peraza rounds first base after hitting a solo home run. Los Angeles Angels pitcher Nick Sandlin throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:02:53 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/12/paul-reed-tobias-harris-finish-with-flourish-pistons-beat-pacers-133-121/stories/20260412139 INDIANAPOLIS — Paul Reed finished with 26 points, six rebounds, three assists and three blocks and Tobias Harris scored 24 points in limited minutes Sunday, propelling the Eastern Conference's top seeded Detroit Pistons past the Indiana Pacers 133-121. Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) drives on Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12). Indiana Pacers guard Taelon Peter (4) drives on Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2). Indiana Pacers guard Quenton Jackson (29) defends Detroit Pistons guard Caris LeVert (8). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/12/dominic-smith-homers-braves-back-chris-sale-with-19-hits-13-1-rout-guardians/stories/20260412141 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/12/dominic-smith-homers-braves-back-chris-sale-with-19-hits-13-1-rout-guardians/stories/20260412141#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:44:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/12/dominic-smith-homers-braves-back-chris-sale-with-19-hits-13-1-rout-guardians/stories/20260412141 ATLANTA — Jorge Mateo had four hits, Dominic Smith launched a two-run homer and Chris Sale cruised to his third win of the season as the Atlanta Braves pounded the Cleveland Guardians 13-1 on Sunday night. Atlanta Braves' Mauricio Dubón (14) hits an RBI-double against the Cleveland Guardians. Atlanta Braves' Jorge Mateo (2) runs after hitting an RBI single. Atlanta Braves' Mauricio Dubón (14) celebrates his RBI-double against the Cleveland Guardians in the second inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/ty-gibbs-earns-first-nascar-cup-victory-bristol-beating-kyle-larson-ryan-blaney/stories/20260412140 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/ty-gibbs-earns-first-nascar-cup-victory-bristol-beating-kyle-larson-ryan-blaney/stories/20260412140#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 02:27:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/ty-gibbs-earns-first-nascar-cup-victory-bristol-beating-kyle-larson-ryan-blaney/stories/20260412140 BRISTOL, Tenn. — Outdueling two NASCAR CupSeries champions for the first victory of his career, Ty Gibbs made an emphatic and emotional breakthrough Sunday at Bristol Motor Speedway. Ty Gibbs celebrates after winning. Ty Gibbs, front right, celebrates with the trophy after winning. Ty Gibbs drives down the backstretch. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 01:50:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/12/tomlin-scores-career-high-26-cavaliers-defeat-wizards-130-117/stories/20260412138 CLEVELAND — Nae’Qwan Tomlin scored a career-high 26 points and the Cleveland Cavaliers led wire-to-wire, defeating the Washington Wizards 130-117 Sunday in the regular-season finale for both teams. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Max Strus (2) dunks next to Washington Wizards guard Jamir Watkins (5). Cleveland Cavaliers' Donovan Mitchell, who did not dress for the game, shoots during a timeout. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) shoots as Washington Wizards guard Jaden Hardy (8) defends. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/12/walleye-fall-comets-battle-central-contenders/stories/20260412134 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/12/walleye-fall-comets-battle-central-contenders/stories/20260412134#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:28:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/12/walleye-fall-comets-battle-central-contenders/stories/20260412134 FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Toledo Walleye fell to the Fort Wayne Komets 5-3 on Sunday in a battle of the top two teams in the ECHL’s Central Division. Toledo’s Tanner Dickinson and Cincinnati’s Elijah Vilio scramble to control the puck during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and the Cincinnati Cyclones at the Huntington Center in Toledo on April 10. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-st-paul/stories/20260412131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-st-paul/stories/20260412131#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:08:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/photo-gallery-mud-hens-vs-st-paul/stories/20260412131 The Toledo Mud Hens defeat the St. Paul Saints 11-8 on a walk-off grand slam by Cal Stevenson in an International League baseball game at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on Sunday, April 12, 2026. Toledo’s Max Burt fields an infield ball. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson gets drenched in Gatorade and water after his walk-off grand slam. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson returns to home plate after his walk-off grand slam. Toledo’s Lael Lockhart throws a pitch. Muddy the Mud Hen interacts with fans. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri dives for second to try for the double, though he would be tagged out. Toledo reserve pitcher Tyler Gentry looks on from the dugout. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia hits a foul ball. Toledo’s Gage Workman swings at the ball. Toledo’s Max Clark hits the ball. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri follows through on a swing. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri, right, is tagged out by St. Paul’s Orlando Arcia. Toledo’s Jace Jung swings and misses. Toledo’s Jace Jung hits a foul ball. Toledo’s Lael Lockhart throws a pitch. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/rory-mcilroy-goes-back-back-masters-join-jack-nicklaus-nick-faldo-tiger-woods/stories/20260412132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/rory-mcilroy-goes-back-back-masters-join-jack-nicklaus-nick-faldo-tiger-woods/stories/20260412132#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:03:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/12/rory-mcilroy-goes-back-back-masters-join-jack-nicklaus-nick-faldo-tiger-woods/stories/20260412132 AUGUSTA, Ga. — Rory McIlroy joined more elite company Sunday at the Masters when he pulled away with a pair of birdies around Amen Corner and, as usual, saved a little drama for the end before taking his place in Augusta National history as only the fourth back-to-back champion. Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, celebrates after winning the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club, Sunday, April 12, 2026, in Augusta, Ga. (AP Photo/Eric Gay) Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, reacts before winning the Masters golf tournament. Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, celebrates after winning the Masters golf tournament. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/mud-hens-walk-off-grand-slam-caps-7-home-run-thriller-against-st-paul/stories/20260412129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/mud-hens-walk-off-grand-slam-caps-7-home-run-thriller-against-st-paul/stories/20260412129#comments Mon, 13 Apr 2026 00:03:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/12/mud-hens-walk-off-grand-slam-caps-7-home-run-thriller-against-st-paul/stories/20260412129 In a game featuring seven home runs, none were bigger than Cal Stevenson’s walk off grand slam to cap off a seven-run ninth inning in the Mud Hens 11-8 comeback win in the series finale against the St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field on Sunday. Toledo’s Cal Stevenson gets drenched in Gatorade and water after his walk-off grand slam. Toledo’s Gage Workman swings at the ball. Toledo’s Ben Malgeri dives for second to try for the double, though he would be tagged out. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/12/skubal-outduels-alcantara-tigers-hit-3-homers-8-2-win-3-game-sweep-marlins/stories/20260412126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/12/skubal-outduels-alcantara-tigers-hit-3-homers-8-2-win-3-game-sweep-marlins/stories/20260412126#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 22:30:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/12/skubal-outduels-alcantara-tigers-hit-3-homers-8-2-win-3-game-sweep-marlins/stories/20260412126 DETROIT — Tarik Skubal outpitched Sandy Alcántara in a matchup of Cy Young Award winners, Dillon Dingler, Kevin McGonigle and Kerry Carpenter homered and the Detroit Tigers earned a three-game sweep with an 8-2 win over the Miami Marlins on Sunday. Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal throws. Detroit Tigers catcher Dillon Dingler celebrates his three-run home run. Miami Marlins pitcher Sandy Alcantara throws against the Detroit Tigers. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/11/mud-hens-combine-two-hitter-win-over-saints/stories/20260411114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/11/mud-hens-combine-two-hitter-win-over-saints/stories/20260411114#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 23:36:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/11/mud-hens-combine-two-hitter-win-over-saints/stories/20260411114 Five Toledo Mud Hens pitchers combined to hold the St. Paul Saints to two base hits in Saturday’s 3-0 victory at Fifth Third Field. Gage Workman of the Toledo Mud Hens high-fives his teammates during their game against the Charlotte Knights at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, on June 26, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/11/rookie-lefty-parker-messick-pitches-into-7th-and-jose-ramirez-homers-guardians-b/stories/20260411118 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/11/rookie-lefty-parker-messick-pitches-into-7th-and-jose-ramirez-homers-guardians-b/stories/20260411118#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:16:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/11/rookie-lefty-parker-messick-pitches-into-7th-and-jose-ramirez-homers-guardians-b/stories/20260411118 ATLANTA — Rookie left-hander Parker Messick pitched four-hit ball into the seventh inning and José Ramírez hit his second home run of the season as the Cleveland Guardians beat the Atlanta Braves 6-0 on Saturday night. Cleveland Guardians' Daniel Schneemann (10) is safe at home plate against Atlanta Braves catcher Jonah Heim (20). Cleveland Guardians pitcher Parker Messick (77) delivers. Cleveland Guardians' José Ramírez (11) hits a single. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/nascar-drivers-on-gas-cup-series-returns-action-bristol-motor-speedway/stories/20260411117 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/nascar-drivers-on-gas-cup-series-returns-action-bristol-motor-speedway/stories/20260411117#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:39:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/nascar-drivers-on-gas-cup-series-returns-action-bristol-motor-speedway/stories/20260411117 After a rare weekend outside of a race car, Kyle Larson returns to Bristol Motor Speedway raring to go. Kyle Larson (5) signs an autograph for a fan before a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Las Vegas Motor Speedway on March 15. Kyle Larson steers through Turn 2 during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race on March 22 in Darlington, S.C. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/11/red-wings-eliminated-nhl-playoff-picture-with-5-3-loss-devils/stories/20260411116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/11/red-wings-eliminated-nhl-playoff-picture-with-5-3-loss-devils/stories/20260411116#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 01:15:10 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Redwings/2026/04/11/red-wings-eliminated-nhl-playoff-picture-with-5-3-loss-devils/stories/20260411116 DETROIT — Jesper Bratt’s scored his second goal with 3:34 left in the third period, helping the New Jersey Devils eliminate the Detroit Red Wings from the NHL playoff picture with a 5-3 win on Saturday. Detroit Red Wings defenseman Simon Edvinsson (77) moves the puck away from New Jersey Devils center Dawson Mercer, back right. Detroit Red Wings head coach Todd McLellan, center, watches. New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes reacts after scoring. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/lowes-3-run-double-1st-sparks-reds-7-3-win-over-angels/stories/20260411115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/lowes-3-run-double-1st-sparks-reds-7-3-win-over-angels/stories/20260411115#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:39:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/11/lowes-3-run-double-1st-sparks-reds-7-3-win-over-angels/stories/20260411115 CINCINNATI — Nathaniel Lowe hit a three-run double in a four-run first inning, and the Cincinnati Reds stopped a three-game losing streak with a 7-3 victory over the Los Angeles Angels on Saturday. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Emilio Pagán, right, and Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson, left, embrace after winning. Cincinnati Reds' Noelvi Marte reaches for Elly de la Cruz's hand to celebrate after scoring on a wild pitch by Los Angeles Angels pitcher Chase Silseth. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brandon Williamson throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/11/toledo-softball-looks-stay-positive-after-doubleheader-defeat/stories/20260411103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/11/toledo-softball-looks-stay-positive-after-doubleheader-defeat/stories/20260411103#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:21:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/11/toledo-softball-looks-stay-positive-after-doubleheader-defeat/stories/20260411103 Miami (Ohio) scored in nine of 12 innings played and held Toledo to seven total hits to sweep Saturday’s softball doubleheader at Scott Park. Toledo Rockets Jenna Gober throws the ball from midfield. Toledo Rockets Mady Yackee throws a pitch. Toledo Rockets Audrey Miller hits the ball. Toledo Rockets Eli Enriquez runs to first after making contact. Toledo Rockets Payton Pudlowski catches the ball at first base. Toledo Rockets Katie McDonald throws a pitch. Toledo Rockets Katie McDonald cheers on her teammate from the dugout. Toledo Rockets Payton Abiley dives for the ball. Toledo Rockets Ava Golightly throws the ball from the outfield. Toledo Rockets Payton Pudlowski hits the ball. Toledo Rockets Payton Pudlowski runs to first base after making contact with the ball. Toledo Rockets Aubrey Hensley hits the ball. Toledo Rockets Mady Yackee throws a pitch. Toledo Rockets fans watch from the outfield. Toledo Rockets Mady Yackee throws a pitch. Toledo Rockets Eli Enriquez looks up after hitting the ball. Toledo Rockets Payton Pudlowski dives to catch the ball at first base. Toledo Rockets Payton Pudlowski dives to catch the ball at first base. Toledo Rockets Eliza Maloney runs to third base. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/11/walleye-secure-crucial-shootout-win-cincinnati/stories/20260411113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/11/walleye-secure-crucial-shootout-win-cincinnati/stories/20260411113#comments Sun, 12 Apr 2026 00:05:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/11/walleye-secure-crucial-shootout-win-cincinnati/stories/20260411113 CINCINNATI — The Toledo Walleye kept pace with rival Fort Wayne in the race for the ECHL Central Division title, rallying for a 5-4 shootout victory Saturday at Cincinnati. Toledo’s Garrett Van Wyhe moves the puck towards the goal during the first period of an ECHL hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on March 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/11/greenes-3-run-homer-andersons-first-career-save-lift-hinch-400th-tigers-win/stories/20260411105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/11/greenes-3-run-homer-andersons-first-career-save-lift-hinch-400th-tigers-win/stories/20260411105#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 21:09:55 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/11/greenes-3-run-homer-andersons-first-career-save-lift-hinch-400th-tigers-win/stories/20260411105 DETROIT — Riley Greene had a three-run homer and four RBIs, Drew Anderson ended the game by retiring Jakob Marsee in a 14-pitch at-bat for his first major league save and the Detroit beat the Miami Marlins 6-1 Saturday to get A.J Hinch his 400th win as Tigers manager. Detroit Tigers' Riley Greene watches his three-run home run against the Miami Marlins during the third inning. Detroit Tigers' Riley Greene celebrates his three-run home run with Kevin McGonigle (7) against the Miami Marlins during the third inning. Detroit Tigers pitcher Drew Anderson throws against the Miami Marlins during the seventh inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/11/standout-players-position-battles-emerge-bgsu-football-following-final-practice/stories/20260411104 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/11/standout-players-position-battles-emerge-bgsu-football-following-final-practice/stories/20260411104#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 20:14:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/04/11/standout-players-position-battles-emerge-bgsu-football-following-final-practice/stories/20260411104 BOWLING GREEN — The spring practice window officially concluded for the Bowling Green State University football team on Saturday, with both coaches and players deeming it a success because of continued development throughout the cycle. Head coach Eddie George watches warm ups. Players watch drills from the sidelines. Nakai Amachree runs the ball. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/11/rory-mcilroy-6-shot-lead-entering-3rd-round-masters/stories/20260411095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/11/rory-mcilroy-6-shot-lead-entering-3rd-round-masters/stories/20260411095#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 12:10:47 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/04/11/rory-mcilroy-6-shot-lead-entering-3rd-round-masters/stories/20260411095 AUGUSTA, Ga. —That one-man show at the Masters gave way to a wide-open chase for the green jacket with a stunning turn of events that forced Rory McIlroy to remind himself where he was at the end of Saturday instead of where he started. Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, waves after his putt on the 13th hole during the second round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 10 in Augusta, Ga. Rory McIlroy, of Northern Ireland, celebrates after a putt on the 16th hole during the second round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 10 in Augusta, Ga. Patrick Reed reacts after missing a putt on the 15th hole during the second round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 10 in Augusta, Ga. Shane Lowry, of Ireland, celebrates after a putt on the 18th hole during the second round of the Masters golf tournament at the Augusta National Golf Club on April 10 in Augusta, Ga.