http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 12 Apr 2026 04:14:26 GMT en-us hourly 1 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. 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/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/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/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/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/ohio-state/2026/04/11/linebacker-edge-rusher-ohio-state-arvell-reese-nfl-draft/stories/20260411032 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ohio-state/2026/04/11/linebacker-edge-rusher-ohio-state-arvell-reese-nfl-draft/stories/20260411032#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ohio-state/2026/04/11/linebacker-edge-rusher-ohio-state-arvell-reese-nfl-draft/stories/20260411032 COLUMBUS — Arvell Reese could be the first defensive player off the board during the first round of the NFL draft on April 23 in Pittsburgh. Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese participates in a drill during the school's NFL Pro Day on March 25 in Columbus. Ohio State coach Ryan Day talks to reporters during the school's NFL Pro Day on March 25 in Columbus. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/anthony-wayne-softball-edges-past-northview-tight-nll-clash/stories/20260410130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/anthony-wayne-softball-edges-past-northview-tight-nll-clash/stories/20260410130#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:29:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/anthony-wayne-softball-edges-past-northview-tight-nll-clash/stories/20260410130 Activity on the basepaths helped the Anthony Wayne softball team defeat the visiting Northview Wildcats in a game defined by narrow margins between two Northern Lakes League foes on Friday. Anthony Wayne’s Mackenzie Barker rounds third base to score on an errant throw against Northview. Anthony Wayne’s Ellie Kaczorowski scores against Northview. Northview slugger Brooklynn Reinbolt celebrates her solo home run. Anthony Wayne pitcher Piper Phillips throws against Northview. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/10/slow-start-weak-finish-cost-walleye-4-3-ot-loss-cincinnati/stories/20260410127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/10/slow-start-weak-finish-cost-walleye-4-3-ot-loss-cincinnati/stories/20260410127#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:14:04 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/10/slow-start-weak-finish-cost-walleye-4-3-ot-loss-cincinnati/stories/20260410127 Slow starts and weak finishes continue to be a bugaboo for the Walleye recently, with both costing Toledo an extra point on Friday night. Toledo’s Jacob Truscott shoots the puck past Cincinnati’s Spencer Cox. Toledo’s Reilly Funk and Garrett Van Wyhe scramble for the puck against Cincinnati’s Gabriel Bernier and Kurtis Henry. Cincinnati’s Kurtis Henry and Toledo’s Nolan Hutchenson attempt to control the puck. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:42:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/Pistons/2026/04/10/jalen-duren-scores-20-points-detroit-pistons-beat-charlotte-hornets/stories/20260410139 CHARLOTTE — Jalen Duren had 20 points, Duncan Robinson scored 19 and the Detroit Pistons beat Charlotte 118-100 on Friday night, locking the Hornets into the play-in tournament. Charlotte Hornets forward Brandon Miller (24) battles Detroit Pistons center Jalen Duren (0) for the ball. Detroit Pistons guard Cade Cunningham (2) drives against Charlotte Hornets guard LaMelo Ball. Detroit Pistons forward Tobias Harris (12) drives into Charlotte Hornets guard Coby White, left. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:37:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/cavaliers/2026/04/10/hawks-clinch-playoff-spot-southeast-division-behind-29-points/stories/20260410138 ATLANTA — CJ McCollum scored 29 points and the Atlanta Hawks used a big third quarter to blow out the Cleveland Cavaliers 124-102 on Friday night, clinching a playoff spot and the Southeast Division title. Atlanta Hawks guard CJ McCollum (3) reacts. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson, center, drives to the basket against Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels, left, and forward Jonathan Kuminga, right. Cleveland Cavaliers guard Jaylon Tyson (20) dunks against Atlanta Hawks forward Mouhamed Gueye, center left, and guard Dyson Daniels (5). https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/10/olson-hits-long-go-ahead-homer-off-cecconi-6-run-6th-inning-braves-guardians/stories/20260410137 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/10/olson-hits-long-go-ahead-homer-off-cecconi-6-run-6th-inning-braves-guardians/stories/20260410137#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:27:03 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/04/10/olson-hits-long-go-ahead-homer-off-cecconi-6-run-6th-inning-braves-guardians/stories/20260410137 ATLANTA — Matt Olson gave Atlanta the lead with a long two-run homer off Slade Cecconi in a six-run sixth inning and the Braves beat the Cleveland Guardians 11-5 on Friday night in a matchup of first-place teams. Atlanta Braves' Matt Olson (28) celebrates a two-run homer. Atlanta Braves' Ronald Acuña Jr. (13) hits an RBI-Single in the third inning. Cleveland Guardians' Steven Kwan (38) hits a single in the third inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/jorge-soler-hits-grand-slam-zach-neto-josh-lowe-also-homer-angels-reds/stories/20260410133 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/jorge-soler-hits-grand-slam-zach-neto-josh-lowe-also-homer-angels-reds/stories/20260410133#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 03:09:35 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/jorge-soler-hits-grand-slam-zach-neto-josh-lowe-also-homer-angels-reds/stories/20260410133 CINCINNATI  — Jorge Soler hit a grand slam in a five-run eighth inning, Zach Neto and Josh Lowe also homered, and the Los Angeles Angels beat the Cincinnati Reds 10-2 on Friday night to snap a seven-game losing streak at Great American Ball Park. Los Angeles Angels' Jorge Soler (12) celebrates with teammates after earning a run. Los Angeles Angels pitcher Jack Kochanowicz throws. Los Angeles Angels' Josh Lowe hits a single during the second inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/10/mud-hens-cant-sustain-early-lead-loss-saints/stories/20260410132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/10/mud-hens-cant-sustain-early-lead-loss-saints/stories/20260410132#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 02:32:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/10/mud-hens-cant-sustain-early-lead-loss-saints/stories/20260410132 The Toledo Mud Hens built an early lead against the St. Paul Saints on Friday but couldn’t hold on to it in a 4-3 loss at Fifth Third Field. Hao-Yu Lee watches a ball fly. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/10/tigers-jansen-records-478th-career-save-moves-into-3rd-mlb-history-win-ove/stories/20260410131 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/10/tigers-jansen-records-478th-career-save-moves-into-3rd-mlb-history-win-ove/stories/20260410131#comments Sat, 11 Apr 2026 01:42:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/10/tigers-jansen-records-478th-career-save-moves-into-3rd-mlb-history-win-ove/stories/20260410131 DETROIT — Detroit's Kenley Jansen put Miami down in order in the ninth inning and moved into a tie for third in MLB history with his 478th save, Javier Baez homered and the Detroit Tigers beat the Miami Marlins 2-0 on Friday night to end a five-game skid. Detroit Tigers pitcher Kenley Jansen reacts to the final out against the Miami Marlins during the ninth inning. Detroit Tigers' Javier Báez celebrates his home run. Detroit Tigers pitcher Keider Montero throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/photo-gallery-anthony-wayne-softball-vs-northview/stories/20260410126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/photo-gallery-anthony-wayne-softball-vs-northview/stories/20260410126#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 23:52:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/photo-gallery-anthony-wayne-softball-vs-northview/stories/20260410126 Anthony Wayne took on Northview in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne on April 10. Anthony Wayne pitcher Piper Phillips hurls against Northview in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne. Northview outfielder Brynn Mitchell lays out to catch a fly ball against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game. Anthony Wayne pitcher Piper Phillips hurls against Northview in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne. Northview slugger Brooklynn Reinbolt celebrates her solo homerun against Anthony Wayne. Northview slugger Brooklynn Reinbolt wears an oversized hat in celebration of her solo homerun. Northview slugger Brooklynn Reinbolt communes with her bat before driving a solo homerun over the right field wall against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne. Northview pitcher Kaitlyn Eckel can’t make the out against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game. Northview slugger Brooklynn Reinbolt celebrates her solo homerun. Anthony Wayne’s Mackenzie Barker is out at second base against Northview in a high school softball game. Northview pitcher Kaitlyn Eckel hurls against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game. Anthony Wayne pitcher Piper Phillips hurls against Northview in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne. Northview batter Emily Bueschen disagrees with a called strike three against Anthony Wayne. Anthony Wayne’s Megan Sumner rounds third base to score on an errant throw against Northview in a high school softball game. Northview’s Taylah Boylan takes a big swing against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game. Anthony Wayne baserunner ducks the ball against Northview in a high school softball game. Northview’s Northview Anna Vallone makes the out against Anthony Wayne in a high school softball game. Anthony Wayne batter Ellie Kaczorowski races to first base bat-in-hand against Northview. Anthony Wayne’s Lyla Carrizales scores against Northview in a high school softball game at Anthony Wayne.