http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Mon, 29 Jun 2026 04:11:47 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/shane-van-gisbergen-nascars-leading-active-winner-on-road-street-courses/stories/20260628128 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/shane-van-gisbergen-nascars-leading-active-winner-on-road-street-courses/stories/20260628128#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 03:05:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/shane-van-gisbergen-nascars-leading-active-winner-on-road-street-courses/stories/20260628128 SONOMA, Calif.— Shane van Gisbergen continued his remarkable run on the twistiest tracks in NASCAR, but this was no easy Sunday drive. Shane van Gisbergen celebrates after winning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/haeran-ryu-wins-womens-pga-championship-first-major-title/stories/20260628129 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/haeran-ryu-wins-womens-pga-championship-first-major-title/stories/20260628129#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:58:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/haeran-ryu-wins-womens-pga-championship-first-major-title/stories/20260628129 CHASKA, Minn. — Haeran Ryu recovered from a rough start to secure her first career major title, winning the Women's PGA Championship by two strokes over Ina Yoon on a windy Sunday at Hazeltine National Golf Club. Haeran Ryu, of South Korea, celebrates on the 18th green after winning. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/scheffler-makes-clutch-putt-force-monday-playoff-against-hovland/stories/20260628127 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/scheffler-makes-clutch-putt-force-monday-playoff-against-hovland/stories/20260628127#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:27:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/28/scheffler-makes-clutch-putt-force-monday-playoff-against-hovland/stories/20260628127 CROMWELL, Conn. — Scottie Scheffler made an 8-foot par putt on the 18th hole Sunday and pumped his fist with more emotion than he showed all day, just for the right to return Monday at the rain-delayed Travelers Championship to face a sudden-death playoff against Viktor Hovland. Scottie Scheffler reacts to his tee shot on the 18th hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/ryan-o-hearn-homers-twice-helps-pirates-avoid-sweep-with-9-4-win-over-reds/stories/20260628126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/ryan-o-hearn-homers-twice-helps-pirates-avoid-sweep-with-9-4-win-over-reds/stories/20260628126#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:14:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/28/ryan-o-hearn-homers-twice-helps-pirates-avoid-sweep-with-9-4-win-over-reds/stories/20260628126 PITTSBURGH — Ryan O’Hearn homered twice in a game for the third time in the majors and drove in four runs to help the Pittsburgh Pirates avoid a series sweep with a 9-4 win over the Cincinnati Reds on Sunday. Pittsburgh Pirates' Tyler Callihan (37) celebrates with Ryan O'Hearn (29) as he crosses home plate after hitting a three-run home run off Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brady Singer. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/28/guardians-use-5-run-8th-inning-rally-6-5-win-over-mariners/stories/20260628125 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/28/guardians-use-5-run-8th-inning-rally-6-5-win-over-mariners/stories/20260628125#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:57:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/28/guardians-use-5-run-8th-inning-rally-6-5-win-over-mariners/stories/20260628125 CLEVELAND — Rhys Hoskins had a two-run double down the left-field line during a five-run eighth inning and the Cleveland Guardians rallied for a 6-5 victory over the Seattle Mariners on Sunday. Cleveland Guardians' David Fry breaks his bat on a swing while hitting a flyout. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/christian-walkers-3-run-homer-10th-inning-helps-power-astros-past-tigers-7/stories/20260628124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/christian-walkers-3-run-homer-10th-inning-helps-power-astros-past-tigers-7/stories/20260628124#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:53:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/christian-walkers-3-run-homer-10th-inning-helps-power-astros-past-tigers-7/stories/20260628124 DETROIT — Christian Walker's three-run homer highlighted a four-run 10th inning as the Houston Astros rallied to beat the Detroit Tigers 7-5 on Sunday. Houston Astros starting pitcher Hunter Brown throws. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 01:42:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-bgsu-wide-receivers-tight-ends/stories/20260628054 Bowling Green's Trey Johnson signals a first down as the Golden Flashes host the Falcons at Dix Stadium in Kent, Oct. 25, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-toledo-offensive-line/stories/20260628051 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-toledo-offensive-line/stories/20260628051#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:15:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/28/2026-state-position-toledo-offensive-line/stories/20260628051 This is the third of a multi-part series breaking down position groups on the University of Toledo’s football roster entering the 2026 season. Offensive lineman Stephen Gales (65) works with his teammates during a University of Toledo Rockets Spring football practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on April 7 in central Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/28/mud-hens-see-win-streak-snapped-series-finale/stories/20260628120 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/28/mud-hens-see-win-streak-snapped-series-finale/stories/20260628120#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 21:08:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/28/mud-hens-see-win-streak-snapped-series-finale/stories/20260628120 WORCESTER, Mass. — The Toledo Mud Hens’ six-game winning streak came to an end on Sunday with a 3-1 loss to the Worcester Red Sox. Toledo’s Eduardo Valencia fields the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 10. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/briggs-detroit-tigers-can-t-let-soft-american-league-drive-dumb-deadline-decisio/stories/20260628116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/briggs-detroit-tigers-can-t-let-soft-american-league-drive-dumb-deadline-decisio/stories/20260628116#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 20:38:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/28/briggs-detroit-tigers-can-t-let-soft-american-league-drive-dumb-deadline-decisio/stories/20260628116 Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game on June 19 in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/hovland-flips-script-on-scheffler-takes-lead-travelers-championship/stories/20260627098 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/hovland-flips-script-on-scheffler-takes-lead-travelers-championship/stories/20260627098#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:22:27 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/hovland-flips-script-on-scheffler-takes-lead-travelers-championship/stories/20260627098 CROMWELL, Conn. — Viktor Hovland feels he is headed in the right direction, and Saturday at the Travelers Championship was a big test. He played alongside Scottie Scheffler on a course that features plenty of water and shots that can cause some stress. Viktor Hovland, of Norway, watches his shot land near the pin on the 15th green. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/27/cooper-ingles-first-major-league-hit-drives-2-runs-guardians-edge-mariners/stories/20260627096 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/27/cooper-ingles-first-major-league-hit-drives-2-runs-guardians-edge-mariners/stories/20260627096#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 03:21:31 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/guardians/2026/06/27/cooper-ingles-first-major-league-hit-drives-2-runs-guardians-edge-mariners/stories/20260627096 CLEVELAND (AP) — Cooper Ingle had a two-run single for his first major league hit, Slade Cecconi pitched six shutout innings and the Cleveland Guardians beat the Seattle Mariners 4-3 on Saturday night. Cleveland Guardians' Cooper Ingle watches his first Major League hit, an RBI single off Seattle Mariners starting pitcher Logan Gilbert as Cal Raleigh moves into position. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/ryu-leads-women-s-pga-championship-by-a-shot-after-three-rounds-korda-is-four-s/stories/20260627097 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/ryu-leads-women-s-pga-championship-by-a-shot-after-three-rounds-korda-is-four-s/stories/20260627097#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:46:21 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/27/ryu-leads-women-s-pga-championship-by-a-shot-after-three-rounds-korda-is-four-s/stories/20260627097 CHASKA, Minn. — Haeran Ryu shot a 4-under 68 on Saturday to take a one-shot lead over Brooke Henderson after three rounds of the Women’s PGA Championship. Haeran Ryu, of South Korea, celebrates after a eagle one the seventh hole. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-9th-reds-rally-9-7-win-over-pirates/stories/20260627095 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-9th-reds-rally-9-7-win-over-pirates/stories/20260627095#comments Sun, 28 Jun 2026 02:39:57 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/eugenio-suarez-hits-3-run-homer-9th-reds-rally-9-7-win-over-pirates/stories/20260627095 PITTSBURGH (AP) — Eugenio Suárez hit a three-run homer with two outs in the ninth inning that rallied the Cincinnati Reds to a 9-7 victory over the Pittsburgh Pirates on Saturday. Cincinnati Reds' Eugenio Suárez (28) celebrates with Noelvi Marte (4) as he returns to the dugout after hitting a three-run home run off Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Gregory Soto. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/27/mud-hens-score-15-unanswered-runs-continue-winning-ways/stories/20260627094 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/27/mud-hens-score-15-unanswered-runs-continue-winning-ways/stories/20260627094#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 23:50:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/27/mud-hens-score-15-unanswered-runs-continue-winning-ways/stories/20260627094 WORCESTER, Mass. — An early five-run deficit proved to be no problem for the surging Toledo Mud Hens, as they rallied to defeat the Worcester Red Sox 15-6 on Saturday. Toledo’s Trei Cruz and Max Anderson high-five during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and St. Paul Saints at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on June 14. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/27/astros-rally-8-6-win-over-tigers-keeping-aj-hinch-999-career-victories/stories/20260627089 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/27/astros-rally-8-6-win-over-tigers-keeping-aj-hinch-999-career-victories/stories/20260627089#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:47:17 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/27/astros-rally-8-6-win-over-tigers-keeping-aj-hinch-999-career-victories/stories/20260627089 DETROIT — Isaac Paredes hit a two-run double in the eighth inning and the Houston Astros spoiled their former manager's opportunity at a milestone victory by rallying for an 8-6 win over the Detroit Tigers on Saturday. Houston Astros' Christian Walker (8) greets Cam Smith (11) at home plate after Smith hit a two-run home run against the Detroit Tigers. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/06/27/generals-rising-trio-of-anthony-wayne-football-standouts-will-play-in-college/stories/20260626098 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/06/27/generals-rising-trio-of-anthony-wayne-football-standouts-will-play-in-college/stories/20260626098#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 14:12:09 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/06/27/generals-rising-trio-of-anthony-wayne-football-standouts-will-play-in-college/stories/20260626098 When college football coaches watch film of a trio of Anthony Wayne players, the talent jumps off the screen. Anthony Wayne wide receiver Dayvion Parker catches the ball at Anthony Wayne High School in Whitehouse on June 25. Anthony Wayne linebacker Mateo Harmon catches the ball at Anthony Wayne High School in Whitehouse on June 25. Anthony Wayne football players Mateo Harmon, left, Porter Brungard, center, and Dayvion Parker will all play college football. Start’s Tai'Rese Highsmith, left, runs the ball against Anthony Wayne’s Mateo Harmon during an OHSAA Division II regional high school playoff football game between Anthony Wayne and Start at Anthony Wayne High School in Whitehouse on Oct. 31, 2025. Anthony Wayne’s Porter Brungard throws a pass during a high school football game between Perrysburg and Anthony Wayne at Steinecker Stadium in Perrysburg on Oct. 17, 2025. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/27/outdoors-fishing-during-mayfly-hatch-challenges/stories/20260628038 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/27/outdoors-fishing-during-mayfly-hatch-challenges/stories/20260628038#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 12:23:28 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/27/outdoors-fishing-during-mayfly-hatch-challenges/stories/20260628038 Earlier this past week, my son noted the airy facility we both work at on the midnight shift “smelled like the Maumee,” and I had noticed it too. The team at Captain Ken's Wild Wings LTD look over a nice walleye netted during a recent charter. Mayflies are seen clinging to a tree at the Maumee Bay State Park. The sandhill crane remains an endangered species in Ohio, with only 344 individuals recorded in the 2026 count. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/marte-s-tiebreaking-homer-8th-after-4-run-inning-against-skenes/stories/20260627075 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/marte-s-tiebreaking-homer-8th-after-4-run-inning-against-skenes/stories/20260627075#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 04:22:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/27/marte-s-tiebreaking-homer-8th-after-4-run-inning-against-skenes/stories/20260627075 PITTSBURGH — Pinch-hitter Noelvi Marte hit a tiebreaking, two-run homer in the eighth inning after Cincinnati scored four runs off Paul Skenes in the second, and the Reds beat the Pittsburgh Pirates 6-4 on Friday night. Cincinnati Reds' Noelvi Marte (4) celebrates with Sal Stewart (27) as he crosses home plate after hitting a two-run home run off Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Mason Montgomery. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/26/briggs-meet-the-87-year-old-toledoan-viral-photo/stories/20260626085 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/26/briggs-meet-the-87-year-old-toledoan-viral-photo/stories/20260626085#comments Fri, 26 Jun 2026 18:19:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/26/briggs-meet-the-87-year-old-toledoan-viral-photo/stories/20260626085 There are everyman legends. Lee McFarland, with the 15th flag at Chippewa Golf Club in one hand, a beer and a cigarette in the other. The 87-year-old Toledoan shot his age and made a hole-in-one on Tuesday. Lee McFarland, the 87-year-old Toledo man who on Tuesday shot his age and made a hole-in-one at Chippewa Golf Club.