Posts by Alana Dackiw
Walleye Win the West
The Toledo Walleye are headed back to the Kelly Cup Finals after a 5-2 win over the Kansas City Mavericks in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. With standout performances from Brandon Hawkins, Trenton Bliss, and Matt Anderson, Toledo clinched the Bruce Taylor Trophy and secured its third Finals appearance in the last five postseasons.
Read MoreSeries Split in Detroit
The Detroit Tigers and Cleveland Guardians are locked in a 1–1 series split with two games left in a pivotal four-game AL Central showdown at Comerica Park. With the Tigers holding a five-game division lead and both teams navigating injuries and playoff implications, this weekend’s matchups could swing the standings—and the momentum—for weeks to come.
Read MoreLions Vote No to the Tush Push Ban
At the NFL owners’ meeting, the Packers pushed to ban the controversial “tush push.” The Lions voted against it, helping the proposal fall short and keeping the play legal — fueling tensions between Detroit and Green Bay.
Read MoreWalleye Bite Back in Game 4
The Toledo Walleye continued their postseason momentum with a 4-1 win over Kansas City in Game 4, improving to 7-0 when scoring first. With a 3-1 series lead in the Western Conference Final, Toledo is now just one win away from the Kelly Cup Final.
Read MoreMavericks Bounce Back with Game 3 Win
With their season on the line, the Kansas City Mavericks delivered a commanding 5–2 win over the Toledo Walleye to stay alive in the Central Division Final and force a decisive Game 5.
Read MoreBaddoo’s Plays Keep Streak Alive
A rookie pitcher’s perfect start is making history, but it’s the standout defense from Baddoo that has been crucial. His spectacular catches and key throws have helped preserve leads and boost the pitcher’s confidence, making him a vital part of the team’s winning streak.
Read MoreThe Championship Field is Set
The title game is set, and the Panthers are one step closer. With the UFL locking in its postseason sites and Michigan clinching a playoff berth, the path to the championship is finally clear. Here’s where the chase for the crown is headed next.
Read MoreWhitecaps Extend Division Lead with Win Over Fort Wayne
The West Michigan Whitecaps narrowly defeated the Fort Wayne TinCaps 3-2 Sunday in front of a sellout crowd at Parkview Field. Despite a strong effort from Fort Wayne and a late rally, West Michigan’s rehab pitchers and key hits secured the win.
Read MoreUnroe Makes Toledo Mud Hens History
Riley Unroe made history Sunday, hitting Toledo’s first inside-the-park home run in nearly three years during a thrilling 10-8 victory over Scranton/Wilkes-Barre. His electrifying sprint around the bases ignited the Mud Hens’ offense and proved to be a turning point in a back-and-forth series finale.
Read MoreKendall George Makes Midwest League History
Kendall George made Midwest League history with six stolen bases as the Great Lakes Loons rolled to a 9-1 victory over the Lake County Captains. Backed by three home runs and an 11-strikeout performance from Patrick Copen, the Loons secured their third straight win at Dow Diamond.
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