http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:08:41 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/03/eovaldi-takes-no-hitter-into-5th-inning-rangers-10-4-win-over-tigers/stories/20260703093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/03/eovaldi-takes-no-hitter-into-5th-inning-rangers-10-4-win-over-tigers/stories/20260703093#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:06:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/03/eovaldi-takes-no-hitter-into-5th-inning-rangers-10-4-win-over-tigers/stories/20260703093 ARLINGTON, Texas (AP) — Nathan Eovaldi weathered a three-run Detroit uprising after taking a no-hitter into the fifth inning and Elias Díaz, Josh Smith and Evan Carter hit solo home runs to help the Texas Rangers beat the Tigers 10-4 on Thursday night. Texas Rangers starting pitcher Nathan Eovaldi comes off the field after the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Detroit Tigers, Thursday, July 2, 2026, in Arlington, Texas. (AP Photo/LM Otero) https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/anisimova-avoids-wimbledon-upset-20-aces-win-kenin/stories/20260702114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/anisimova-avoids-wimbledon-upset-20-aces-win-kenin/stories/20260702114#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 18:06:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/anisimova-avoids-wimbledon-upset-20-aces-win-kenin/stories/20260702114 LONDON — Amanda Anisimova served three of her 20 aces in the deciding tiebreaker to hold off Sofia Kenin 6-2, 4-6, 7-6 (3) and reach the third round at Wimbledon on Thursday as Kate, the Princess of Wales, visited the All England Club. Amanda Anisimova of the United States celebrates her victory against Sofia Kenin of the United States in their second round women's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on July 2. Taylor Fritz of the United States returns the ball to Patrick Kypson of the United States in their second round men's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on July 2. Alexander Zverev of Germany returns the ball to Valentin Royer of France in their second round men's singles match at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on July 2. Iga Swiatek of Poland celebrates winning the second round women's singles match against Karolina Pliskova of the Czech Republic at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on July 2. Alexandra Eala of the Philippines serves during the second round women's singles match against Maya Joint of Australia at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London on July 2. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/02/brayan-rocchio-hits-2-run-homer-9th-lift-guardians-over-white-sox-6-5/stories/20260702141 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/02/brayan-rocchio-hits-2-run-homer-9th-lift-guardians-over-white-sox-6-5/stories/20260702141#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 04:09:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/02/brayan-rocchio-hits-2-run-homer-9th-lift-guardians-over-white-sox-6-5/stories/20260702141 CLEVELAND — Brayan Rocchio hit a two-run homer in the bottom of the ninth inning that gave the Cleveland Guardians a 6-5 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Thursday night in the opener of a four-game series between the top two teams in the AL Central. Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio watches his game winning home run. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/02/mud-hens-drop-back-and-forth-affair-against-iowa/stories/20260702134 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/02/mud-hens-drop-back-and-forth-affair-against-iowa/stories/20260702134#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 02:45:24 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/02/mud-hens-drop-back-and-forth-affair-against-iowa/stories/20260702134 The Toledo Mud Hens fell to the Iowa Cubs 6-4 at a sweltering Fifth Third Field on Friday. Toledo’s Brett Callahan fields the ball during an International League baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on July 2. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/chase-burns-wins-star-studded-pitching-matchup-jacob-misiorowski/stories/20260702132 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/chase-burns-wins-star-studded-pitching-matchup-jacob-misiorowski/stories/20260702132#comments Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:08:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/02/chase-burns-wins-star-studded-pitching-matchup-jacob-misiorowski/stories/20260702132 MILWAUKEE — Sal Stewart and Jose Trevino homered off Jacob Misiorowski, and Chase Burns pitched six strong innings as the Cincinnati Reds beat the Milwaukee Brewers 7-2 on Thursday afternoon. Cincinnati Reds pitcher Chase Burns throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/07/02/sam-craggs-returning-6th-season-walleye/stories/20260702124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/07/02/sam-craggs-returning-6th-season-walleye/stories/20260702124#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:04:06 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/07/02/sam-craggs-returning-6th-season-walleye/stories/20260702124 A Toledo Walleye mainstay is remaining with the team, as forward Sam Craggs agreed to terms for the 2026-27 season on Thursday. Toledo’s Sam Craggs skates with the puck during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Wichita Thunder at the Huntington Center in Toledo on March 8. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 16:48:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/07/02/2026-state-position-bgsu-linebackers/stories/20260702099 This is the fourth of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on Bowling Green State University’s football roster entering the 2026 season. Sanders Ellis blocks Jahai Johnson during the BGSU football spring game at Doyt Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on April 11. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/07/01/briggs-season-ticket-holders-zip-codes/stories/20260701135 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/07/01/briggs-season-ticket-holders-zip-codes/stories/20260701135#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 19:18:42 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/07/01/briggs-season-ticket-holders-zip-codes/stories/20260701135 The Mid-American Conference is currently negotiating a new TV deal with ESPN, which means a lot of people in conference rooms cold enough to hang meat are busy studying ratings, reach, brand alignment, and other important buzzwords. Snow falls during a Mid-American Conference college football game between the University of Toledo and Bowling Green State University at UT’s Glass Bowl in Toledo in 2022. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/xrhl-delays-opening-weekend-due-to-logistical-issues/stories/20260701139 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/xrhl-delays-opening-weekend-due-to-logistical-issues/stories/20260701139#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:12:50 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/xrhl-delays-opening-weekend-due-to-logistical-issues/stories/20260701139 Adam Stio announces new roller hockey league at a news conference Feb. 25 at the Huntington Center in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/u-s-beats-bosnia-herzegovina-to-advance-to-round-of-16/stories/20260701155 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/u-s-beats-bosnia-herzegovina-to-advance-to-round-of-16/stories/20260701155#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:15:40 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/u-s-beats-bosnia-herzegovina-to-advance-to-round-of-16/stories/20260701155 SANTA CLARA, Calif. — Folarin Balogun scored his third goal of the World Cup before being sent off with a red card in the second half, and Malik Tillman converted on a free kick to give the 10-man United States a 2-0 win over Bosnia-Herzegovina on Wednesday night to advance to the round of 16. United States' Malik Tillman, left, celebrates with teammates after scoring on a free kick during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., July 1. United States' Folarin Balogun, second from right, celebrates with Sergino Dest after scoring their first goal as Bosnia's Kerim Alajbegovic, left, and Bosnia's Stjepan Radeljic, top, react during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., July 1. Referee Raphael Claus of Brazil shows a red card to United States' Folarin Balogun, right, during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., July 1. United States' Malik Tillman celebrates after scoring his side's second goal during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., July 1. United States goalkeeper Matt Freese, left, takes the ball during the World Cup round of 32 soccer match between the United States and Bosnia in Santa Clara, Calif., July 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/01/early-lead-holds-as-mud-hens-down-iowa-cubs/stories/20260701153 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/01/early-lead-holds-as-mud-hens-down-iowa-cubs/stories/20260701153#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 02:22:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/07/01/early-lead-holds-as-mud-hens-down-iowa-cubs/stories/20260701153 A five-run first inning was all the cushion the host Toledo Mud Hens needed as they bested the Iowa Cubs 7-4 on Wednesday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo’s Tomás Nido high fives his teammates after running two bases during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, July 1. Toledo’s Sawyer Gipson-Long throws a pitch during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, July 1. Toledo’s Corey Julks drops his bat to run after making contact with the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Iowa Cubs at Fifth Third Field in Toledo, July 1. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/yankees-losing-streak-7-longest-since-2023-6-2-11-inning-defeat-tigers/stories/20260701144 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/yankees-losing-streak-7-longest-since-2023-6-2-11-inning-defeat-tigers/stories/20260701144#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 21:11:52 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/yankees-losing-streak-7-longest-since-2023-6-2-11-inning-defeat-tigers/stories/20260701144 NEW YORK — The New York Yankees’ losing streak stretched to seven, their longest in three years, as Camilo Doval forced in the go-ahead run with a bases-loaded walk to Spencer Torkelson in a four-run 11th inning that gave the Detroit Tigers a 6-2 victory Wednesday. Detroit Tigers pitcher Keider Montero, left, celebrates with catcher Jake Rogers after a baseball game against the New York Yankees. Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry gestures to teammates after advancing to third base on a throwing error by New York Yankees' Ali Sánchez during the 11th inning. New York Yankees pitcher Camilo Doval reacts after walking in a run during the 11th inning. New York Yankees' Will Warren hands the ball to manager Aaron Boone as he leaves during the sixth inning. Detroit Tigers' Kevin McGonigle (7) gestures to fans as he runs the bases after hitting a home run during the third inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/krejcikova-beats-french-open-winner-andreeva-wimbledon-upset/stories/20260701143 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/krejcikova-beats-french-open-winner-andreeva-wimbledon-upset/stories/20260701143#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:42:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/krejcikova-beats-french-open-winner-andreeva-wimbledon-upset/stories/20260701143 LONDON — Barbora Krejcikova needed seven match points to knock French Open champion Mirra Andreeva out of Wimbledon in the biggest upset of the women’s tournament so far, winning 4-6, 7-5, 6-4. Barbora Krejcikova of Czech Republic celebrates her victory against Mirra Andreeva of Russia in their second round women's singles match July 1 at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. Coco Gauff of the United States drops her racket as she celebrates her victory against Solana Sierra of Argentina in their second round women's singles match July 1 at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. Naomi Osaka of Japan warms up before her second round women's singles match against Anastasia Gasanova of Russia on July 1 at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. Jannik Sinner of Italy returns the ball to Nuno Borges of Portugal in their second round men's singles match July 1 at the Wimbledon Tennis Championships in London. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/fry-hedges-homer-power-guardians-9-4-victory-rangers-series-finale/stories/20260701142 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/fry-hedges-homer-power-guardians-9-4-victory-rangers-series-finale/stories/20260701142#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:35:59 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/fry-hedges-homer-power-guardians-9-4-victory-rangers-series-finale/stories/20260701142 CLEVELAND — David Fry and Austin Hedges hit home runs, and the Cleveland Guardians defeated Texas 9-4 on Wednesday to snap the Rangers’ six-game winning streak. Cleveland Guardians' Brayan Rocchio forces Texas Rangers Josh Smith at second base but his throw to first was not in time to complete a double play during the sixth inning. Texas Rangers' Alejandro Osuna, right, is greeted by Josh Jung, left, after scoring on a double by Nicky Lopez during the sixth inning. Texas Rangers' Justin Fosque reacts after hitting an infield single off Cleveland Guardians relief pitcher Colin Holderman during the sixth inning. Cleveland Guardians' Chase DeLauter (24) slides safely into second base as Texas Rangers' Justin Fosque (24) is late with the tag during the first inning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/lebron-james-has-governors-nhl-and-nfl-waiting-for-his-free-agency-decision/stories/20260701141 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/lebron-james-has-governors-nhl-and-nfl-waiting-for-his-free-agency-decision/stories/20260701141#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 20:32:29 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/lebron-james-has-governors-nhl-and-nfl-waiting-for-his-free-agency-decision/stories/20260701141 MIAMI — Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz made his sales pitch. So did DJ Khaled, the New York Jets and the Winnipeg Jets. Even the PGA Tour took a swing, trying to appeal to someone who has quickly become obsessed with golf. Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James prepares to shoot during the first half in Game 2 of a second-round NBA playoffs basketball series against the Oklahoma City Thunder, May 7 in Oklahoma City. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/area-schools-change-division-upcoming-ohsaa-winter-sports-seasons/stories/20260701120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/area-schools-change-division-upcoming-ohsaa-winter-sports-seasons/stories/20260701120#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 17:21:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/area-schools-change-division-upcoming-ohsaa-winter-sports-seasons/stories/20260701120 Start 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. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/former-state-champion-boys-wrestling-coach-noah-price-fremont-ross/stories/20260630119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/former-state-champion-boys-wrestling-coach-noah-price-fremont-ross/stories/20260630119#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 14:27:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/07/01/former-state-champion-boys-wrestling-coach-noah-price-fremont-ross/stories/20260630119 FREMONT — Former area high school wrestling standout and longtime Fremont Ross assistant coach Noah Price is taking over the Little Giants boys wrestling program for the upcoming 2026-27 season. Noah Price will enter his first season as the Fremont Ross boys wrestling coach in the upcoming 2026-27 season. Fremont Ross’ Ethan Green leaps into the arms of assistant coach Noah Price to celebrate defeating Wayne’s Joshua Padilla in a Division I title match for 285 pounds during the OHSAA wrestling championships at the Schottenstein Center at Ohio State University in Columbus in 2022. Fremont St. Joseph Central Catholic's Noah Price celebrates his state title at 285 pounds during the Division III OHSAA state individual wrestling championship finals at Schottenstein Center at The Ohio State University in Columbus in 2019. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/skubal-works-6-strong-innings-tigers-hit-5-homers-9-3-win-over-yankees/stories/20260701089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/skubal-works-6-strong-innings-tigers-hit-5-homers-9-3-win-over-yankees/stories/20260701089#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:28:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/07/01/skubal-works-6-strong-innings-tigers-hit-5-homers-9-3-win-over-yankees/stories/20260701089 NEW YORK — Tarik Skubal pitched six innings of one-hit ball and Riley Greene hit two of Detroit's four homers off Cam Schlittler as the Tigers beat the Yankees 9-3 on Tuesday night and sent New York to its season-worst sixth straight loss. Detroit Tigers' Tarik Skubal (29) throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/jacob-degrom-dominant-7-innings-streaking-rangers-get-gift-run-in-4-2-win/stories/20260701090 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/jacob-degrom-dominant-7-innings-streaking-rangers-get-gift-run-in-4-2-win/stories/20260701090#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:27:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/07/01/jacob-degrom-dominant-7-innings-streaking-rangers-get-gift-run-in-4-2-win/stories/20260701090 CLEVELAND — Jacob deGrom pitched seven strong innings and the Texas Rangers took advantage of a bone-headed play by Cleveland rookie outfielder Cooper Ingle on Tuesday night to beat the Guardians 4-2 and extend their winning streak to six games. Texas Rangers' Jacob Degrom pitches. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/jake-bauers-jackson-chourio-homer-brewers-7-2-victory-over-reds/stories/20260701088 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/jake-bauers-jackson-chourio-homer-brewers-7-2-victory-over-reds/stories/20260701088#comments Wed, 01 Jul 2026 04:23:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/07/01/jake-bauers-jackson-chourio-homer-brewers-7-2-victory-over-reds/stories/20260701088 MILWAUKEE (AP) — Jake Bauers went 3 for 4 with a homer and Jackson Chourio also went deep in the Milwaukee Brewers’ 7-2 victory over the Cincinnati Reds on Tuesday night. Milwaukee Brewers' Jake Bauers rounds the bases after hitting a solo home run.