http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Thu, 14 May 2026 04:09:03 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/12/walleye-fall-3-0-game-2-fort-wayne-komets-2-0-series-lead/stories/20260512093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/12/walleye-fall-3-0-game-2-fort-wayne-komets-2-0-series-lead/stories/20260512093#comments Wed, 13 May 2026 02:12:23 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/12/walleye-fall-3-0-game-2-fort-wayne-komets-2-0-series-lead/stories/20260512093 The frustrated Toledo Walleye carried much of the play over the first half of Game 2 of the Central Division finals on Tuesday night, but Fort Wayne responded in the later stages with three unanswered goals to take a 3-0 victory at the Huntington Center. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins handles the puck during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Sam Craggs, left, and Fort Wayne’s Matthew Brown go after the puck during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Riley McCourt skates out during player intros ahead of the game. Toledo’s Will MacKinnon takes a shot during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Carson Bantle, left, and Fort Wayne’s Tyler Inamoto go after the puck during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Dylan Moulton takes a shot during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Garrett Van Wyhe, left, and Fort Wayne’s Zach Bookman go for the puck during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo’s Tanner Kelly takes a shot during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. Toledo fans twirl towels during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division finals between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on May 12. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/10/walleye-drop-game-1-division-finals-4-1-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260510123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/10/walleye-drop-game-1-division-finals-4-1-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260510123#comments Mon, 11 May 2026 00:06:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/10/walleye-drop-game-1-division-finals-4-1-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260510123 FORT WAYNE, Ind. — The Toledo Walleye played well in stretches in Game 1 of the Central Division finals on Sunday, but the Fort Wayne Komets cashed in when they controlled the action at Memorial Coliseum. Toledo Walleye goaltender Carter Gylander makes a save in Game 1 of the Central Division finals. Toledo's Nick Andrews battles with Fort Wayne's Matt Copponi in Game 1 of the second round of the ECHL playoffs. Toledo's Will MacKinnon(4) battles with Austin Magera (24) in Game 1 of the Central Diviison finals. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/09/fierce-fight-walleye-square-off-again-against-rival-fort-wayne-division-finals/stories/20260509027 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/09/fierce-fight-walleye-square-off-again-against-rival-fort-wayne-division-finals/stories/20260509027#comments Sat, 09 May 2026 14:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/09/fierce-fight-walleye-square-off-again-against-rival-fort-wayne-division-finals/stories/20260509027 Another fierce fight should play out in the Kelly Cup playoffs as bitter adversaries Toledo and Fort Wayne meet once again in one of the top rivalries in the ECHL. Toledo’s Johnny Waldron and Fort Wayne’s Jalen Smereck race to the puck during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Feb. 15. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins and Fort Wayne’s Matt Murphy chase after the puck in the first period of an ECHL hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo, on Dec. 6, 2025. Toledo’s Tanner Kelly drives the puck down the ice as Fort Wayne’s Reece Harsch follows him during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Feb. 15. Toledo’s Brandon Kruse and Fort Wayne’s Reece Harsch fight for the puck during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Feb. 15. Toledo’s Mitch Lewandowski handles the puck as Fort Wayne’s Matt Copponi trails him during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Fort Wayne Komets at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Feb. 15. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/08/walleye-off-ice-official-marlowe-thankful-for-response-to-scary-pregame-medical/stories/20260508039 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/08/walleye-off-ice-official-marlowe-thankful-for-response-to-scary-pregame-medical/stories/20260508039#comments Fri, 08 May 2026 11:30:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/08/walleye-off-ice-official-marlowe-thankful-for-response-to-scary-pregame-medical/stories/20260508039 Rick Marlowe felt dizzy as the pyrotechnic display went off during the Walleye player introductions at the Huntington Center on Sunday — and then he felt a jolt of lightning in his chest. Off-Ice official Rick Marlowe watches an ECHL hockey game Feb. 17, 2019 at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo. Toledo Walleye captain Brandon Hawkins helps off-ice official Rick Marlowe, middle, carry items from the penalty box after a recent home game as Ken Tarry looks on. Walleye players Brandon Hawkins and Michael Milne help guide a stretcher off the ice before last Sunday's game at the Huntington Center. Off-ice official Rick Marlowe experienced a medical episode in the penalty box. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/07/funky-format-walleye-playoff-series-vs-fort-wayne-will-feature-unique-schedule/stories/20260507082 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/07/funky-format-walleye-playoff-series-vs-fort-wayne-will-feature-unique-schedule/stories/20260507082#comments Thu, 07 May 2026 15:16:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/07/funky-format-walleye-playoff-series-vs-fort-wayne-will-feature-unique-schedule/stories/20260507082 From concerts to commencement ceremonies, the fate of the Toledo Walleye playoff schedule often comes down to the availability of the building. Toledo Walleye goalie Carter Gylander is introduced against the Trois-Rivieres in the ECHL Kelly Cup hockey finals at the Huntington Center on June 2, 2025, in downtown Toledo. Komets’ Anthony Petruzzelli chases after the puck while Toledo Walleye’s David Pope tries to stop him during the second period at Memorial Coliseum on April 19, 2019. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/06/walleye-pass-playoff-test-vs-bloomington-look-use-lessons-against-fort-wayne/stories/20260505103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/06/walleye-pass-playoff-test-vs-bloomington-look-use-lessons-against-fort-wayne/stories/20260505103#comments Wed, 06 May 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/06/walleye-pass-playoff-test-vs-bloomington-look-use-lessons-against-fort-wayne/stories/20260505103 After breezing through the first round in their past three playoff appearances, the Toledo Walleye faced a stiffer test against the Bloomington Bison in the opening round this year. Toledo players celebrate a goal during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division semifinals between the Toledo Walleye and Bloomington Bison at the Huntington Center in Toledo on April 25. Walleye fans play the air guitar with stuffed walleye fish during the Central Division semifinal hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on April 22. Toledo fans wave their towels in the air in the first period of game 6 in an ECHL playoff hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on May 3. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/03/walleye-advance-2nd-round-kelly-cup-playoffs-eliminate-scrappy-bloomington/stories/20260503123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/03/walleye-advance-2nd-round-kelly-cup-playoffs-eliminate-scrappy-bloomington/stories/20260503123#comments Mon, 04 May 2026 00:48:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/03/walleye-advance-2nd-round-kelly-cup-playoffs-eliminate-scrappy-bloomington/stories/20260503123 The Toledo Walleye outlasted a scrappy Bloomington Bison team by scoring gritty goals as they advanced to the second round of the Kelly Cup playoffs, where they will face a familiar foe. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins celebrates their first goal in the first period of game 6. Toledo’s Michael Milne moves the puck away from Bloomington’s Brenden Datema and Kyle Jackson in the first period of game 6. Toledo’s Nick Andrews enters the ice. Toledo fans wave their towels in the air. Toledo’s Reilly Funk reaches for the puck past Bloomington’s Nikita Sedov. Toledo’s Nick Andrews moves the puck away from Bloomington’s Brenden Datema. Toledo’s Nick Andrews gets tripped up by Bloomington’s Brenden Datema. Toledo’s Carson Bantle lays out to reach for the puck Bloomington’s in the first period of game 6. Toledo’s Sam Craggs chases after the puck against Bloomington’s Seung Jae Lee. Toledo’s Mitch Lewandowski moves the puck away from Bloomington’s Seung Jae Lee. Toledo’s Cam Hausinger and Bloomington’s Nikita Sedov collide. Toledo celebrates their second goal in the second period of game 6. Toledo’s Kyle Gaffney gets tripped by Bloomington’s Kyle Jackson. Toledo’s Carter Gylander keeps his eye on the puck in the second period of game 6. Toledo’s Nick Andrews reaches for the puck against Bloomington’s Lou-Felix Denis. Toledo’s Riley McCourt fight with Bloomington’s Zach Faremouth. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/02/walleye-look-close-out-bloomington-playoff-series-by-converting-power-plays/stories/20260501108 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/02/walleye-look-close-out-bloomington-playoff-series-by-converting-power-plays/stories/20260501108#comments Sat, 02 May 2026 20:14:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/05/02/walleye-look-close-out-bloomington-playoff-series-by-converting-power-plays/stories/20260501108 As the physicality of the Kelly Cup playoffs intensifies, the Toledo Walleye must continue to make the Bloomington Bison pay for taking penalties. Toledo’s Riley McCourt shoots the puck during the first period of an ECHL hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on Dec.19, 2025. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins skates out during introductions ahead of the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division semifinals between the Toledo Walleye and Bloomington Bison at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Saturday, April 25, 2026. Toledo’s Jacob Truscott shoots the puck past Cincinnati’s Spencer Cox during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and the Cincinnati Cyclones at the Huntington Center in Toledo on April 10. Toledo’s Nick Andrews shoots the puck scoring the first goal of the night during the first period of 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/walleye/2026/04/30/walleye-pepper-bloomington-goalie-mckay-with-39-shots-but-fall-2-1-as-bison-exte/stories/20260430128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/30/walleye-pepper-bloomington-goalie-mckay-with-39-shots-but-fall-2-1-as-bison-exte/stories/20260430128#comments Fri, 01 May 2026 03:26:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/30/walleye-pepper-bloomington-goalie-mckay-with-39-shots-but-fall-2-1-as-bison-exte/stories/20260430128 BLOOMINGTON, Ill. — Toledo put plenty of pucks on net and did everything it could to win Game 5 of the ECHL Central Division semifinals at Grossinger Motors Arena on Thursday night, but Bloomington goalie Dryden McKay made sure the series would continue. Bloomington goalie Dryden McKay makes a save against Toledo's Tanner Kelly in Game 5 of the ECHL Central Division semifinals on Thursday night. The Walleye celebrate a first-period goal in Game 5 of the Central Division semifinals at Bloomington, Ill. on Thursday. Toledo forward Dylan Moulton tracks down Bloomington's Lou-Felix Denis in the Central Division semifinals on Thursday. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/walleye-fall-5-3-to-bloomington-as-bison-force-game-5-in-division-semifinal-play/stories/20260429106 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/walleye-fall-5-3-to-bloomington-as-bison-force-game-5-in-division-semifinal-play/stories/20260429106#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2026 03:19:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/walleye-fall-5-3-to-bloomington-as-bison-force-game-5-in-division-semifinal-play/stories/20260429106 The Toledo Walleye let a golden chance to put away their first-round playoff opponent slip away on Wednesday night as the Bloomington Bison kept their season alive. The Toledo Walleye players celebrate a first period goal in Game 4 of the ECHL Central Division semifinals on Wednesday. Walleye defenseman Riley McCourt looks to take a shot in Game 4 of the Central Division semifinal series against the Bloomington Bison on Wednesday night. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/master-of-his-craft-walleye-equipment-manager-wozniak-earns-echl-s-top-honor/stories/20260428101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/master-of-his-craft-walleye-equipment-manager-wozniak-earns-echl-s-top-honor/stories/20260428101#comments Wed, 29 Apr 2026 17:31:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/29/master-of-his-craft-walleye-equipment-manager-wozniak-earns-echl-s-top-honor/stories/20260428101 At every Walleye game during every shift, Adam Wozniak keeps a close eye on the action with one hand on a stack of hockey sticks behind the Toledo bench. Adam Wozniak, head equipment manager, stands with his hand on the sticks during the second game of the ECHL Kelly Cup Playoffs Central Division semifinals between the Toledo Walleye and Bloomington Bison at the Huntington Center in Toledo on April 25. Adam Wozniak Millbury native Adam Wozniak was the head equipment manager for the Saginaw Spirit of the Ontario Hockey League for two seasons https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/27/walleye-cruise-past-bloomington-6-3-to-earn-chance-to-sweep-bison/stories/20260427097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/27/walleye-cruise-past-bloomington-6-3-to-earn-chance-to-sweep-bison/stories/20260427097#comments Tue, 28 Apr 2026 03:00:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/27/walleye-cruise-past-bloomington-6-3-to-earn-chance-to-sweep-bison/stories/20260427097 The Toledo Walleye struck early and often in their first road game of the 2026 playoffs and cruised to a 6-3 win over the Bloomington Bison on Monday at Grossinger Motors Arena in Bloomington, Ill. Toledo Walleye defenseman Nick Andrews takes a shot in Game 3 of the Central Division semifinals at Bloomington. Andrews scored one of Toledo's four first-period goals. Toledo's Dylan Moulton squares off with Bloomington's Ayden MacDonald in Game 3 of the ECHL Central Division semifinals. 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/walleye/2026/04/23/walleye-top-bloomington-take-lead-echl-central-division-semis/stories/20260423134 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/23/walleye-top-bloomington-take-lead-echl-central-division-semis/stories/20260423134#comments Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:59:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/23/walleye-top-bloomington-take-lead-echl-central-division-semis/stories/20260423134 The Toledo Walleye set the perfect tone for the 2026 postseason with a dominating effort in the first game of the Kelly Cup playoffs on Thursday night as they skated away with a 4-1 win over Bloomington at the Huntington Center. Toledo’s Tanner Kelly shoots the puck past Bloomington’s Riku Ishida during the Central Division semifinal hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on April 22. Toledo’s Michael Milne watches the puck go into the goal past Bloomington’s Dryden McKay during the third period in the Central Division semifinal hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on April 22. Toledo’s Jacob Truscott moves the puck past Bloomington’s Chongmin Lee during the Central Division semifinal hockey game at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo on April 22. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/22/2026-kelly-cup-playoff-preview-experienced-walleye-newcomer-bloomington/stories/20260422109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/22/2026-kelly-cup-playoff-preview-experienced-walleye-newcomer-bloomington/stories/20260422109#comments Wed, 22 Apr 2026 20:37:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/22/2026-kelly-cup-playoff-preview-experienced-walleye-newcomer-bloomington/stories/20260422109 The ECHL Central Division semifinals will pit an experienced Toledo Walleye team with high expectations against the newcomer Bloomington Bison, looking to make a run in their first playoff appearance. Toledo’s Will Hillman, left, and Bloomington’s Parker Gavlas during an ECHL hockey game Jan. 4 at the Huntington Center in Toledo. Toledo’s Tanner Palocsik skates out during introductions ahead of an ECHL hockey game against the Indy Fuel on Nov. 1 at the Huntington Center in Toledo . Toledo’s Will MacKinnon and Bloomington’s Ayden MacDonald fight during the third period of an ECHL hockey game March 29 at the Huntington Center downtown Toledo. The Walleye defeated the Bloomington Bison, 4-3. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/21/walleye-set-playoff-roster-filled-with-size-depth/stories/20260421091 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/21/walleye-set-playoff-roster-filled-with-size-depth/stories/20260421091#comments Tue, 21 Apr 2026 21:03:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/21/walleye-set-playoff-roster-filled-with-size-depth/stories/20260421091 The Toledo Walleye embark on their annual Kelly Cup playoff run, bolstered by a roster filled with plenty of size and valuable depth. Walleye forward Mitch Lewandowski celebrates scoring a goal against the Bloomington Bison during an ECHL Hockey game on Dec.3, 2025, at the Huntington Center in Toledo. Toledo celebrates a goal during the third period of an ECHL hockey game in at the Huntington Center downtown Toledo on March 29. The Walleye defeated the Bloomington Bison, 4-3. Walleye players and coaches at practice at the Huntington Center on Tuesday prepare for Game 1 of the ECHL Central Division semifinals. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/19/walleye-finish-2nd-central-division-face-bloomington-1st-round-playoffs/stories/20260419119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/19/walleye-finish-2nd-central-division-face-bloomington-1st-round-playoffs/stories/20260419119#comments Mon, 20 Apr 2026 00:19:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/19/walleye-finish-2nd-central-division-face-bloomington-1st-round-playoffs/stories/20260419119 It took all 72 games of the ECHL regular season for the Toledo Walleye to find out who they would play in the first round of the Kelly Cup playoffs. Toledo’s Reilly Funk and Bloomington’s Kylor Wall chase after the puck during the third period of an ECHL hockey game in at the Huntington Center downtown Toledo on March 29. The Walleye defeated the Bloomington Bison, 4-3. Toledo’s Carson Bantle and Bloomington’s Seung Jae Lee chase after the puck during the first period of an ECHL hockey game in at the Huntington Center downtown Toledo on March 29. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126#comments Sat, 18 Apr 2026 03:20:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/17/walleye-earn-clutch-5-2-win-over-wheeling/stories/20260417126 The Toledo Walleye did their part to keep their hopes of raising another banner to the rafters at the Huntington Center alive on Friday night. Toledo’s Carter Gylander blocks a shot by Wheeling’s Logan Pietila. Toledo’s Carson Bantle chases after the puck against Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Reilly Funk pushes Wheeling’s Connor Lockhart as they chase after the puck. Toledo’s Reilly Funk gets tripped by Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Carson Bantle chases after the puck against Wheeling’s Aidan Sutter. Toledo’s Reilly Funk moves the puck away from Wheeling’s Alexander Kugail. Toledo’s Brandon Kruse falls while chasing after the puck against Wheeling’s Emil Pieniniemi. Toledo’s Cam Hausinger collides with Wheeling’s Mike Posma. Toledo’s Brandon Hawkins moves the puck away from Wheeling’s Brent Johnson. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-keep-hopes-of-division-title-alive-with-4-1-win-at-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260416124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-keep-hopes-of-division-title-alive-with-4-1-win-at-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260416124#comments Fri, 17 Apr 2026 02:20:39 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-keep-hopes-of-division-title-alive-with-4-1-win-at-rival-fort-wayne/stories/20260416124 FORT WAYNE, Ind. — Facing a must-win scenario to keep their hopes of winning a division title alive on Thursday night, the Toledo Walleye handed rival Fort Wayne a 4-1 loss at Memorial Coliseum. Walleye rookie forward Tanner Kelly positions himself in front of the Fort Wayne net on Thursday night. Walleye defenseman Riley McCourt takes a shot against Fort Wayne on Thursday. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-captain-hawkins-named-all-echl-first-team-4th-straight-season/stories/20260416107 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-captain-hawkins-named-all-echl-first-team-4th-straight-season/stories/20260416107#comments Thu, 16 Apr 2026 19:42:44 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/16/walleye-captain-hawkins-named-all-echl-first-team-4th-straight-season/stories/20260416107 For the fourth consecutive season, Toledo Walleye captain Brandon Hawkins has earned All-ECHL first-team honors. 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.