It's opening night for the Toronto Raptors! Dan Riccio and Lindsay Dunn get you ready for the Raptors' 2026-27 NBA season as Kawhi Leonard and company prepare to host the Chicago Bulls at Scotiabank Arena. The crew breaks down the excitement surrounding Kawhi's return to Toronto, expectations for Scottie Barnes, Darko Rajaković and the new-look Raptors, including newcomers Allen Graves, Jaden Bradley and Malachi Smith. Can Toronto take the next step in the Eastern Conference, and how far can this team go? The Toronto Maple Leafs are back in the win column following a commanding 6-2 victory over the Columbus Blue Jackets! David Pagnotta joins the show in studio to discuss Auston Matthews reaching a milestone in his 700th NHL game, Kirill Marchenko scoring against his former team, the reception for Matthew Knies in Columbus and the latest surrounding the Leafs' blue line. With Jake McCabe dealing with an injury, could Toronto make a move for Simon Edvinsson, Nikishin or another defenceman? Plus, the latest on Dylan Larkin's trade market and other stories around the NHL. Around the NBA, Dan and Lindsay discuss the Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks, the Western Conference rivalry between the Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs, and the teams to watch in the East. Plus, it's World Series time! The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays prepare to battle for their first championship in franchise history. Who will come out on top? All that and more on today's edition of Off the Roster with Dan Riccio and Lindsay Dunn!

SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!

👍 Proline: https://proline.olg.ca/

👍 Coca-Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.