http://www.toledoblade.com The Latest News from Toledoblade.com (v5) Sun, 21 Jun 2026 04:17:50 GMT en-us hourly 1 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/21/mud-hens-get-bats-going-earn-series-split-red-wings/stories/20260621145 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/21/mud-hens-get-bats-going-earn-series-split-red-wings/stories/20260621145#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 21:32:49 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/21/mud-hens-get-bats-going-earn-series-split-red-wings/stories/20260621145 ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Toledo Mud Hens were able to salvage a series split against the Rochester Red Wings with a 9-6 victory in Sunday’s finale. Toledo’s Tyler Gentry runs to third during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/amateur/2026/06/21/toledo-native-nfl-player-chris-wormley-hosts-celebrity-softball-game/stories/20260621126 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/amateur/2026/06/21/toledo-native-nfl-player-chris-wormley-hosts-celebrity-softball-game/stories/20260621126#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:22:51 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/amateur/2026/06/21/toledo-native-nfl-player-chris-wormley-hosts-celebrity-softball-game/stories/20260621126 The stars were out for Toledo native and NFL player Chris Wormley’s first-ever charity softball game at Fifth Third Field on Saturday, featuring some of the most accomplished athletes from the area and other notable figures. Toledo native and NFL player Chris Wormley hosted his first-ever celebrity softball game at Fifth Third Field. All proceeds from the event benefited the Wormley Family Foundation. Toledo native and NFL player Storm Norton hits the ball during the home run derby portion of Chris Wormley's celebrity softball game at Fifth Third Field. Professional eater Joey Chestnut sits in the dugout prior to Chris Wormley's celebrity softball game at Fifth Third Field. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/21/toledo-hockey-hall-famer-duncan-named-coach-fresno-falcons/stories/20260621116 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/21/toledo-hockey-hall-famer-duncan-named-coach-fresno-falcons/stories/20260621116#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 20:20:20 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/21/toledo-hockey-hall-famer-duncan-named-coach-fresno-falcons/stories/20260621116 After scoring huge goals throughout a Hall of Fame hockey career, the goal now for former Storm forward Iain Duncan is to give back to the game he loves. Iain Duncan, hall of fame inductee, talks about his time as a player during the 2024 Toledo Hockey Hall of Fame ceremony at the Imagination Station on Jan. 26, 2024. Former Storm Hockey player Iain (cq) Duncan, left, is recognized by fans before joining other former Storm players on the ice during the Toledo hockey history night before the Walleye hockey game on March 7, 2010. Coach Iain Duncan talking to Brent Bain during Toledo Cherokee practice at the Toledo Ice House. Iain Duncan who played hockey for BGSU (83-87), Winnipeg Jets (86-91) and the Toledo Storm (93-95) is shown in this 1993 Blade photo. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/20/brandon-pritzl-named-toledo-mens-basketballs-first-general-manager/stories/20260620028 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/20/brandon-pritzl-named-toledo-mens-basketballs-first-general-manager/stories/20260620028#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 15:47:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/ut/2026/06/20/brandon-pritzl-named-toledo-mens-basketballs-first-general-manager/stories/20260620028 College basketball programs are searching for an edge in the name, image, and likeness era, and the University of Toledo’s new general manager is looking beyond campus walls. The University of Toledo men's basketball program promoted assistant coach Brandon Pritzl to become its first general manager June 9. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/20/red-wings-use-11-run-6th-inning-to-rout-mud-hens/stories/20260620101 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/20/red-wings-use-11-run-6th-inning-to-rout-mud-hens/stories/20260620101#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 01:53:05 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/20/red-wings-use-11-run-6th-inning-to-rout-mud-hens/stories/20260620101 ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Toledo Mud Hens fell to the Rochester Red Wings 14-1 on Saturday as an 11-run sixth inning by the hosts blew open what had been a close game. Toledo’s Max Anderson fields the ball during a baseball game at Fifth Third Field in downtown Toledo on May 10, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/20/wyndham-clark-turning-the-u-s-open-into-a-runaway/stories/20260621130 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/20/wyndham-clark-turning-the-u-s-open-into-a-runaway/stories/20260621130#comments Sun, 21 Jun 2026 00:55:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/20/wyndham-clark-turning-the-u-s-open-into-a-runaway/stories/20260621130 SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — Not even Shinnecock Hills and its strongest test of the week in the U.S. Open could match the toughness of Wyndham Clark on Saturday. Wyndham Clark hits from the fairway on the 15th hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., June 20, 2026. Wyndham Clark hits from the rough on the ninth hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., June 20, 2026. Scottie Scheffler hits from the bunker on the second hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., June 20, 2026. Sam Burns hits his tee shot on the 11th hole during the second round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., June 19, 2026. Wyndham Clark hands his club to his caddie on the 10th hole during the third round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., June 20, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/20/oklahoma-win-away-from-college-world-series-title-north-carolina/stories/20260620100 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/20/oklahoma-win-away-from-college-world-series-title-north-carolina/stories/20260620100#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 23:12:16 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/20/oklahoma-win-away-from-college-world-series-title-north-carolina/stories/20260620100 OMAHA — Deiten Lachance homered twice off North Carolina ace Jason DeCaro, Oklahoma shut down the Tar Heels after the first inning, and the Sooners won Game 1 of the College World Series finals 9-3 on Saturday to move within a victory of the national championship. Oklahoma's Deiten Lachance, right, celebrates with Camden Johnson after hitting a two-run home run against North Carolina in the first inning of Game 1 of the NCAA College World Series baseball finals in Omaha, June 20, 2026. Oklahoma's Deiten Lachance (48) rounds the bases after hitting a two-run home run against North Carolina during the first inning in Game 1 of the NCAA College World Series baseball finals in Omaha, June 20, 2026. North Carolina's Gavin Gallaher (5) drives in two runs during in the first inning against Oklahoma in Game 1 of the NCAA College World Series baseball finals in Omaha, June 20, 2026. North Carolina's Owen Hull, left, and Carter French reach for a two-run home run hit by Oklahoma's Deiten Lachance in the first inning of Game 1 of the NCAA College World Series baseball finals in Omaha, June 20, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/sal-stewart-ties-career-high-with-six-rbis-as-reds-rout-yankees/stories/20260620096 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/sal-stewart-ties-career-high-with-six-rbis-as-reds-rout-yankees/stories/20260620096#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 21:19:06 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/sal-stewart-ties-career-high-with-six-rbis-as-reds-rout-yankees/stories/20260620096 NEW YORK — Sal Stewart tied a career high with six RBIs as the Cincinnati Reds pulled away for a 10-2 rout of the New York Yankees on Saturday. Cincinnati Reds' Sal Stewart hits an RBI double during the third inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees, June 20, 2026, in New York. New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm, Jr., top front, hurdles Cincinnati Reds' Dane Myers (17) during the eighth inning of a baseball game, June 20, 2026, in New York. New York Yankees' Paul Goldschmidt runs the bases after hitting a home run against the Cincinnati Reds during the first inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in New York. Cincinnati's Edwin Arroyo (2) and Blake Dunn (59) react after scoring during the third inning of a baseball game against the New York Yankees June 20, 2026, in New York. New York's Anthony Volpe (11) reacts after stealing second base against Cincinnati's Edwin Arroyo (2) during the third inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in New York. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/nascar-heads-onto-eye-popping-naval-base-coronado-in-its-latest-cup-race/stories/20260620094 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/nascar-heads-onto-eye-popping-naval-base-coronado-in-its-latest-cup-race/stories/20260620094#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:30:13 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/nascar-heads-onto-eye-popping-naval-base-coronado-in-its-latest-cup-race/stories/20260620094 SAN DIEGO — Ryan Blaney wants to keep his eyes on the road as NASCAR returns to southern California with a race through the bone-jarring streets of San Diego’s Coronado Island. Ross Chastain, left, talks with Ryan Blaney, right, before a NASCAR Cup Series auto race, May 31, 2026, in Lebanon, Tenn. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/analysis-a-flurry-of-goals-and-convincing-wins-are-raising-u-s-world-cup-hopes/stories/20260620093 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/analysis-a-flurry-of-goals-and-convincing-wins-are-raising-u-s-world-cup-hopes/stories/20260620093#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:20:34 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/20/analysis-a-flurry-of-goals-and-convincing-wins-are-raising-u-s-world-cup-hopes/stories/20260620093 SEATTLE — The early results are in: This U.S men's national team is for real in this World Cup. United States' Joe Scally (23) and Alex Freeman (16) react after the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, June 19, 2026. U.S. fans react after the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, June 19, 2026. United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino reacts after the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, June 19, 2026. United States head coach Mauricio Pochettino embraces United States' Folarin Balogun after he was substituted during the World Cup Group D soccer match between the United States and Australia in Seattle, June 19, 2026. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/20/troy-melton-allows-one-hit-in-six-innings-tigers-beat-white-sox/stories/20260620092 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/20/troy-melton-allows-one-hit-in-six-innings-tigers-beat-white-sox/stories/20260620092#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 20:09:56 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/20/troy-melton-allows-one-hit-in-six-innings-tigers-beat-white-sox/stories/20260620092 DETROIT — Troy Melton allowed one hit in six innings and the Detroit Tigers' offense came alive late in a 4-1 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Saturday. Detroit Tigers pitcher Troy Melton throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in Detroit. Detroit's Dillon Dingler watches his home run against the Chicago White Sox during the seventh inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in Detroit. Detroit pitcher Troy Melton throws against the Chicago White Sox during the first inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in Detroit. Detroit's Dillon Dingler hits a home run against the Chicago White Sox during the seventh inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in Detroit. Chicago White Sox pitcher Joe Rock throws against the Detroit Tigers during the fourth inning of a baseball game June 20, 2026, in Detroit. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/20/linebacker-dorian-pringle-anticipating-bgsu-football-return/stories/20260619098 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/20/linebacker-dorian-pringle-anticipating-bgsu-football-return/stories/20260619098#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:00:00 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/bgsu/2026/06/20/linebacker-dorian-pringle-anticipating-bgsu-football-return/stories/20260619098 BOWLING GREEN — For the first three games of the 2025 season, Bowling Green State University linebacker Dorian Pringle was an undeniable defensive bright spot for the Falcons. Bowling Green’s Dorian Pringle, left, and Keyon Washington carry Lafayette’s Ethan Weber during a college football game at BGSU’s Doyt L. Perry Stadium in Bowling Green on Aug. 28. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/19/outdoors-more-bears-sighted-northern-ohio-southeast-michigan/stories/20260621051 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/19/outdoors-more-bears-sighted-northern-ohio-southeast-michigan/stories/20260621051#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 14:45:19 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/outdoors/2026/06/19/outdoors-more-bears-sighted-northern-ohio-southeast-michigan/stories/20260621051 I might be getting in late on the bear sightings in Ohio and Michigan where they’re not common to see, but it’s still intriguing to talk about nonetheless. Tory Westall, a PhD student from the University of Dayton doing research on bears in Ohio, examines the 576-pound bear that was found traveling into Ashtabula County last week. While it's not entirely uncommon to see a bear in the northwest part of Ohio, one that is well over 500 pounds is quite more of a surprise. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/19/skubal-fans-8-vierling-carpenter-homer-tigers-beat-white-sox-4-3/stories/20260619123 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/19/skubal-fans-8-vierling-carpenter-homer-tigers-beat-white-sox-4-3/stories/20260619123#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:52:15 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/tigers/2026/06/19/skubal-fans-8-vierling-carpenter-homer-tigers-beat-white-sox-4-3/stories/20260619123 DETROIT — Tarik Skubal struck out eight while pitching into the sixth inning, and Matt Vierling and Kerry Carpenter hit home runs to help lift the Detroit Tigers past the Chicago White Sox 4-3 on Friday night. Detroit Tigers pitcher Tarik Skubal (29) reacts. Detroit Tigers Matt Vierling, right, celebrates his two-run home run with Dillon Dingler (13). Chicago White Sox's Junior Perez (37) celebrates his home run against the Detroit Tigers. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/cam-schlittler-strikes-out-career-high-13-6-innings-yankees-blank-reds/stories/20260619122 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/cam-schlittler-strikes-out-career-high-13-6-innings-yankees-blank-reds/stories/20260619122#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 02:47:45 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/cam-schlittler-strikes-out-career-high-13-6-innings-yankees-blank-reds/stories/20260619122 NEW YORK — Cam Schlittler struck out 13 in six overpowering innings for his first double-digit strikeout game in the regular season, and the New York Yankees beat the Cincinnati Reds 5-0 on Friday night. New York Yankees pitcher Cam Schlittler throws against the Cincinnati Reds. New York Yankees' catcher J.C. Escarra and pitcher Cam Schlittler shake hands during the sixth inning. Cincinnati Reds' Tyler Stephenson (37) reacts after striking out. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/19/slow-start-sinks-mud-hens-loss-red-wings/stories/20260619121 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/19/slow-start-sinks-mud-hens-loss-red-wings/stories/20260619121#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 01:46:46 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/mud-hens/2026/06/19/slow-start-sinks-mud-hens-loss-red-wings/stories/20260619121 ROCHESTER, N.Y. — The Toledo Mud Hens were unable to overcome an early four-run deficit in Friday’s 6-2 loss to the Rochester Red Wings. Toledo’s Corey Julks drops his bat after making contact with the ball during an International League baseball game between the Toledo Mud Hens and Indianapolis Indians at Fifth Third Field in Toledo on May 24. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/without-injured-christian-pulisic-us-beats-australia-2-0-advance-world-cup/stories/20260619115 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/without-injured-christian-pulisic-us-beats-australia-2-0-advance-world-cup/stories/20260619115#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:52:07 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/pro/2026/06/19/without-injured-christian-pulisic-us-beats-australia-2-0-advance-world-cup/stories/20260619115 SEATTLE — The U.S. national soccer team advanced to the knockout round at the World Cup without injured forward Christian Pulisic on the field, beating Australia 2-0 on Friday. Australia's Aiden O'Neill (13) appeals for offside after United States' Alex Freeman (16) scored a goal past Australia goalkeeper Patrick Beach (18). United States goalkeeper Matt Freese (24) reacts. United States fans hold signs on the stand. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/19/maumee-native-schoen-reflects-memorable-penn-state-hockey-journey/stories/20260619111 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/19/maumee-native-schoen-reflects-memorable-penn-state-hockey-journey/stories/20260619111#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:06:12 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/college/2026/06/19/maumee-native-schoen-reflects-memorable-penn-state-hockey-journey/stories/20260619111 While his time in Happy Valley was filled with moments of euphoria, Maumee native Ben Schoen's journey with the Penn State hockey program also was filled with challenges, perseverance, and redemption. Penn State's Ben Schoen (12) celebrates victory over Minnesota. The No.10 Nittany Lions welcomed Minnesota for a Big Ten Quarterfinal contest on March 11. Penn State defeated the Golden Gophers, 6-3 in Pegula Ice Arena. Penn State's Ben Schoen (12) during the game with Notre Dame. The No.8 Nittany Lions defeated the Fighting Irish, 4-1 in Big Ten action in Pegula Ice Arena on Friday evening on Jan. 16. Penn State's Ben Schoen (12) during the game with Minnesota. The No.10 Nittany Lions welcomed Minnesota for a Big Ten Quarterfinal contest on March 11. Penn State defeated the Golden Gophers, 6-3 in Pegula Ice Arena. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/19/dustin-johnson-goes-1-shot-behind-scrambling-make-us-open-cut/stories/20260619113 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/19/dustin-johnson-goes-1-shot-behind-scrambling-make-us-open-cut/stories/20260619113#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 22:04:08 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/golf/2026/06/19/dustin-johnson-goes-1-shot-behind-scrambling-make-us-open-cut/stories/20260619113 SOUTHAMPTON, N.Y. — Dustin Johnson was one shot out of the lead Friday in the U.S. Open as he walked onto the tee on the par-3 11th, looking like the major contender he once was instead of someone who had been MIA on golf's biggest stages since leaving for LIV Golf. Dustin Johnson reacts after missing a putt during the second round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., on June 19. Dustin Johnson reacts after missing a putt on the sixth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., Friday on June 19. Dustin Johnson watches his tee shot on the fifth hole during the second round of the U.S. Open golf tournament at Shinnecock Hills Golf Club in Southampton, N.Y., on June 19. https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/06/19/walleye-roster-moves-offseason/stories/20260619099 https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/06/19/walleye-roster-moves-offseason/stories/20260619099#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 19:11:25 GMT https://www.toledoblade.com/sports/walleye/2026/06/19/walleye-roster-moves-offseason/stories/20260619099 The Toledo Walleye made several significant roster moves on Friday as the team completed four trades to fulfill future consideration obligations in moves made last season. The Walleye acquired forward Greg Smith from Greensboro. Smith totaled 26 points (15 G, 13 A) in 61 games for Greensboro and the Adirondack Thunder last season. The Walleye acquired forward Nick Nardecchia from Wichita. The Macomb, Mich. native posted 20 points (5 G, 15 A) and 36 penalty minutes in 71 games for Wichita. Toledo rookie forward Tanner Kelly was traded to Jacksonville on Friday. 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’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.