http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sat, 11 Apr 2026 04:10:37 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/mlb-average-salary-hits-record-5-34m-mets-lead-spending/stories/20260410114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/mlb-average-salary-hits-record-5-34m-mets-lead-spending/stories/20260410114#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:09:38 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/10/mlb-average-salary-hits-record-5-34m-mets-lead-spending/stories/20260410114 NEW YORK — Major League Baseball’s average salary rose 3.4 percent on opening day to a record $5.34 million, according to a study by the Associated Press, and the New York Mets topped spending at the season’s start for the fourth straight year. New York Mets' Juan Soto, right, hits a single during the fourth inning of a spring training baseball game against the Miami Marlins on March 22 in Jupiter, Fla. New York Yankees' Cody Bellinger tosses his bat after a home run during the fifth inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins on April 4 in New York. FILE - New York Mets' Bo Bichette singles during the first inning of a spring training baseball game against the Houston Astros on Feb. 24 in Port St. Lucie, Fla. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Kent-Anderson-s-2-OT-winner-lifts-Denver-past-Michigan-4-3-in-Frozen-Four-thriller/stories/20260410103 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Kent-Anderson-s-2-OT-winner-lifts-Denver-past-Michigan-4-3-in-Frozen-Four-thriller/stories/20260410103#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:20:58 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Kent-Anderson-s-2-OT-winner-lifts-Denver-past-Michigan-4-3-in-Frozen-Four-thriller/stories/20260410103 LAS VEGAS — Kent Anderson scored from the slot at 7:25 of the second overtime to back up Johnny Hicks' 49 saves and lift Denver to a 4-3 victory over Michigan on Thursday night in a Frozen Four semifinal and keep alive the Pioneers' hoping of winning their third national title in five years. Denver goaltender Johnny Hicks, center, knocks the puck away against Michigan in overtime. Denver defenseman Kent Anderson, right, celebrates after scoring the game-winner against Michigan in the second overtime. Denver forward Clarke Caswell, left, celebrates after Denver defenseman Cale Ashcroft scored against Michigan goaltender Jack Ivankovic, center, during the second period. Michigan forward Josh Eernisse, rear, celebrates after scoring against Denver in the first period. Michigan forward Michael Hage falls on Denver goaltender Johnny Hicks during the second period. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/former-northview-bgsu-standout-roe-named-new-perrysburg-girls-basketball-coach/stories/20260410124 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/former-northview-bgsu-standout-roe-named-new-perrysburg-girls-basketball-coach/stories/20260410124#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 22:46:14 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/high-school/2026/04/10/former-northview-bgsu-standout-roe-named-new-perrysburg-girls-basketball-coach/stories/20260410124 Perrysburg announced the hiring of Miriam Roe as the school’s new girls basketball coach, pending board approval, on Friday. Former Bowling Green State University standout Miriam (Justinger) Roe was named the new girls basketball coach at Perrysburg High School on Friday. Miriam (Justinger) Roe, pictured here as an assistant coach at Tiffin University, is the new Perrysburg girls basketball coach. Miriam Roe was named the new girls basketball coach at Perrysburg on Friday, pending board approval. 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/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 Megan Sumner rounds third base to score on an errant throw against Northview. Anthony Wayne’s Lyla Carrizales 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/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. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Final-Four-most-outstanding-player-Elliot-Cadeau-announces-he-is-returning-to-Michigan/stories/20260410102 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Final-Four-most-outstanding-player-Elliot-Cadeau-announces-he-is-returning-to-Michigan/stories/20260410102#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 05:06:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/michigan/2026/04/10/Final-Four-most-outstanding-player-Elliot-Cadeau-announces-he-is-returning-to-Michigan/stories/20260410102 ANN ARBOR — Elliot Cadeau, who was named the Final Four's most outstanding player after helping Michigan to its first national title since 1989, announced on social media Thursday night that he will be back with the Wolverines next season. Michigan's Elliot Cadeau celebrates after defeating UConn in the NCAA college basketball tournament national championship game. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/09/walleye-tweak-roster-look-clinch-division-title-stretch-run-playoffs/stories/20260409114 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/09/walleye-tweak-roster-look-clinch-division-title-stretch-run-playoffs/stories/20260409114#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:25:37 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/04/09/walleye-tweak-roster-look-clinch-division-title-stretch-run-playoffs/stories/20260409114 As the Toledo Walleye head down the final critical stretch of the ECHL regular season, the team is not only seeking a division title, but also roster cohesion. Toledo players wait for Tahoe’s game winning goal to be reviewed in overtime during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Tahoe Knight Monsters at the Huntington Center in Toledo on March 22. Coach Pat Mikesch speaks to his team during a Walleye hockey practice at the Huntington Center in Toledo on Oct. 6. A Walleye fan waves a flag during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Tahoe Knight Monsters at the Huntington Center in Toledo on March 22. Toledo’s Cam Hausinger celebrates after a fight during an ECHL hockey game between the Toledo Walleye and Tahoe Knight Monsters at the Huntington Center in Toledo on March 22. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/09/mud-hens-power-past-st-paul-behind-timely-extra-base-hits/stories/20260409130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/09/mud-hens-power-past-st-paul-behind-timely-extra-base-hits/stories/20260409130#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:36:41 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/04/09/mud-hens-power-past-st-paul-behind-timely-extra-base-hits/stories/20260409130 In rainy conditions, solo home runs from Corey Julks and Jace Jung highlighted four extra-base hits by the Toledo Mud Hens in their 5-3 win over the St. Paul Saints on Thursday at Fifth Third Field. Toledo Muds Hens pitcher Ty Madden hurls against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens fans brace early rain against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens outfielder Max Clark gathers a bloop single against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens outfielder Ben Malgeri throws the ball back in against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens pitcher Ty Madden hurls against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens batter Jace Jung pops foul against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. St. Paul baserunner Kaelen Culpepper rounds third to score as the Toledo Mud Hens turn a doubel play in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens outfielder Max Clark runs to the dugout against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens base runner Trei Cruz is out after attempting to steal second against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens fans dressed as a relish condiment boo's the proceedings against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens batter Corey Julks blasts a solo homerun and celebrates with teammates against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens manager Gabe Alvarez winces at a pop-up with two outs, stranding his third base runner, against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens batter Corey Julks blasts a solo homerun and celebrates with teammates against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens batter Corey Julks blasts a solo homerun and celebrates with teammates against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens batter Max Clark fouls against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. Toledo Muds Hens first baseman Max Burt flips the ball to the pitcher for an out against St. Paul in a Minor League Baseball game at Fifth-Third Field on April 9 in downtown Toledo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/owen-caissie-3-hits-3-rbis-help-marlins-beat-reds/stories/20260409109 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/owen-caissie-3-hits-3-rbis-help-marlins-beat-reds/stories/20260409109#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:10:33 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/owen-caissie-3-hits-3-rbis-help-marlins-beat-reds/stories/20260409109 MIAMI — Owen Caissie had three hits and three RBIs to help the Miami Marlins beat the Cincinnati Reds 8-1 on Thursday. Miami Marlins starting pitcher Max Meyer aims a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Cincinnati Reds on April 9 in Miami. Cincinnati Reds center fielder Dane Myers (17) is unable to catch a hit by Miami Marlins Xavier Edwards during the first inning of baseball game on April 9 in Miami. Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Rhett Lowder (25) aims a pitch during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins on April 9 in Miami. Miami Marlins Xavier Edwards (9) slides into home plate to score as Cincinnati Reds catcher P.J. Higgins wait for the ball the first inning a baseball game on April 9 in Miami. Cincinnati Reds Sal Stewart (27) grimaces after striking out during the first inning of a baseball game against the Miami Marlins on April 9 in Miami. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/tigers-parker-meadows-hospitalized-head-to-head-outfield-collision-teammate-rile/stories/20260409121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/tigers-parker-meadows-hospitalized-head-to-head-outfield-collision-teammate-rile/stories/20260409121#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 22:15:32 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/tigers-parker-meadows-hospitalized-head-to-head-outfield-collision-teammate-rile/stories/20260409121 MINNEAPOLIS — Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows was sent to a hospital for overnight observation after he collided head-to-head with teammate Riley Greene as they converged for a fly ball on Thursday. Detroit Tigers center fielder Parker Meadows is helped off the field after a collision with left fielder Riley Greene during the eighth inning of baseball game against the Minnesota Twins on April 9 in Minneapolis. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/twins-finish-sweep-tigers/stories/20260409119 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/twins-finish-sweep-tigers/stories/20260409119#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 21:54:11 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/04/09/twins-finish-sweep-tigers/stories/20260409119 MINNEAPOLIS — Brooks Lee hit a tiebreaking two-run single in the eighth inning for the Minnesota Twins in a 3-1 victory to complete a four-game sweep of the Detroit Tigers on Thursday. Minnesota Twins' Brooks Lee celebrates a two-run single against the Detroit Tigers during the eighth inning of baseball game on April 9 in Minneapolis. Minnesota Twins second baseman Kody Clemens flips the ball to first base to get the out on Detroit Tigers' Zach McKinstry during the fourth inning of baseball game on April 9 in Minneapolis. Minnesota Twins starting pitcher Mick Abel delivers during the first inning of baseball game against the Detroit Tigers on April 9 in Minneapolis. Minnesota Twins' Josh Bell watches his a solo home run during the fourth inning of baseball game against the Detroit Tigers on April 9 in Minneapolis. Detroit Tigers designated hitter Gleyber Torres hits an RBI sacrifice fly against the Minnesota Twins during the seventh inning of baseball game on April 9 in Minneapolis. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/justice-departmen-investigating-nfl-potential-anticompetitive-practices/stories/20260409123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/justice-departmen-investigating-nfl-potential-anticompetitive-practices/stories/20260409123#comments Fri, 10 Apr 2026 00:12:43 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/04/09/justice-departmen-investigating-nfl-potential-anticompetitive-practices/stories/20260409123 The Justice Department is investigating the NFL for potential anticompetitive practices, according to a government official. A detail view of the NFL shield on a football prior to an NFL football game between the Houston Texans and the Indianapolis Colts on Jan. 4 in Houston. Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, walks to the Senate television studio before speaking about the SAVE Act on Capitol Hill on March 19 in Washington. In this Aug. 13, 2021, file photo, an NFL logo is displayed on a goal post pad during an NFL preseason football game between the Buffalo Bills and Detroit Lions in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/09/2-key-toledo-offensive-linemen-return-2026-football-season/stories/20260409105 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/09/2-key-toledo-offensive-linemen-return-2026-football-season/stories/20260409105#comments Thu, 09 Apr 2026 23:30:48 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/04/09/2-key-toledo-offensive-linemen-return-2026-football-season/stories/20260409105 Whether it was to graduation or the transfer portal, University of Toledo football lost a lot of its production from last season. Offensive lineman Ibrahim Traore works on technique during a University of Toledo Rockets Spring football practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on April 7. Offensive lineman Stephen Gales, second from right, works with his teammates during a University of Toledo Rockets Spring football practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on April 7. Offensive line coach Brian Folkerts instructs his players during a University of Toledo Rockets Spring football practice at the Fetterman Athletic Complex on April 7.