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!

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are back in the win column, and Gavin McKenna is making his mark! Dan Riccio and Lindsay Dunn break down Toronto's 3-1 victory over the San Jose Sharks, snapping a three-game losing streak thanks to McKenna's clutch game-winning goal, Auston Matthews' three-point performance, and 30 saves from Sergei Bobrovsky. Was this the statement game the Leafs desperately needed? The crew discusses McKenna stepping up in big moments, Matthews leading by example, Bobrovsky's performance between the pipes, and whether Toronto has finally found some momentum. The Maple Leafs are right back in action tonight against the Columbus Blue Jackets, setting the stage for a reunion with former Leaf Matthew Knies! What can Toronto expect from Knies and Columbus, and can Jim Hiller's team build on its win over San Jose? Dan and Lindsay are joined by Steve Meary at 10:30 AM ET to preview Leafs vs. Blue Jackets, examine the biggest storylines surrounding Columbus, and discuss what both teams need to do to come away with two points. Plus, the Toronto Raptors are preparing to open their 2026-27 NBA regular season Wednesday night against the Chicago Bulls! The crew reacts to the latest from Raptors practice, including comments from Kawhi Leonard and head coach Darko Rajaković, rookie Allen Graves' thoughts on guarding Scottie Barnes, and expectations for Toronto heading into opening night. They'll also discuss Jaylen Brown's strong start, the WNBA Finals, and the latest around basketball. And the MLB World Series matchup is set! The Milwaukee Brewers and Tampa Bay Rays are preparing to battle for their first World Series championship in franchise history. Dan and Lindsay discuss the road to the Fall Classic, Camineros' clutch home run, Aaron Boone's return, and what to expect from baseball's biggest stage.

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have now lost three straight games, and the concerns are growing in Toronto. On today's episode of Off the Roster, Dan Riccio and Lindsay Dunn break down another disappointing performance from the Maple Leafs, what's going wrong, and whether it's time for some serious changes. With general manager John Chayka actively exploring ways to upgrade Toronto's blue line, the crew examines the Leafs' defensive struggles, potential trade targets, what's available on the NHL trade market, and how aggressive the organization needs to be to turn things around. Former Maple Leafs forward and current Columbus Blue Jackets winger Matthew Knies joins the show ahead of Tuesday night's highly anticipated matchup between Toronto and Columbus! Knies discusses life with the Blue Jackets, his transition to Columbus, and the upcoming showdown against his former team as the Leafs look to snap their losing streak. Plus, the MLB playoffs are heating up! The Milwaukee Brewers have punched their ticket to the World Series and await the winner of the Tampa Bay Rays and Cleveland Guardians in the ALCS. Dan and Lindsay discuss the road to the Fall Classic, the biggest storylines around Major League Baseball, and what to expect as the Toronto Raptors prepare to tip off their 2026–27 NBA season. All that and more on another edition of Off the Roster!

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The Toronto Maple Leafs have plenty of questions to answer after another frustrating loss to the Buffalo Sabres, but none bigger than Jim Hiller's handling of Gavin McKenna. Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht break down Hiller's decision to bench the young star, his explanation for the move, and whether the Maple Leafs are making life harder than it needs to be for their prized rookie. The crew also discusses Kirill Marchenko's hat trick, Auston Matthews' performance, John Tavares' frightening collision with Josh Norris, and the continued struggles of Toronto's defensive core. Plus, the latest Leafs trade news and whether the pressure is starting to build on Hiller. At 10:30 AM ET, NHL.com Islanders reporter Stefen Rosner joins the show to preview Saturday night's matchup between the Maple Leafs and New York Islanders. Later, the crew shifts to the NBA, including the Toronto Raptors' preseason, Kawhi Leonard and the Clippers, and the latest around the league. Plus, WTF Friday and much more!

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are back in action tonight against the Buffalo Sabres, and Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht are getting you set for the Atlantic Division showdown on Off the Roster! The crew dives into Toronto's ongoing defensive struggles, why the issues go beyond just missing Chris Tanev, and the viral clip of Auston Matthews appearing disengaged during Jim Hiller's late-game instructions. Former NHL goaltender and Sabres analyst Martin Biron joins the show at 10:30 AM ET to preview Leafs vs. Sabres and break down what to expect from both teams. The Toronto Raptors are also in the spotlight after ESPN ranked them as the seventh-most desperate NBA team to win a championship. Is there reason for optimism surrounding this new-look Raptors team, or could Toronto be facing another lengthy rebuild? The crew discusses expectations for the upcoming NBA season, the direction of the franchise, and whether the Raptors are any closer to becoming contenders. Elsewhere, the Detroit Red Wings reportedly have zero interest in trading Simon Edvinsson, raising more questions about the team's future and the ongoing Dylan Larkin situation. Plus, the Milwaukee Brewers have the Los Angeles Dodgers on the ropes in the NLCS, and the crew gets into the latest stories making headlines across the sports world!

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The Toronto Maple Leafs are coming off a massive win over the Colorado Avalanche, and Dan Riccio and Brent Albrecht are breaking it all down on today's episode of Off the Roster! Auston Matthews and William Nylander delivered huge performances in Denver, while Gavin McKenna continues to find his footing in the NHL and make an increasingly significant impact on Toronto's power play. With John Tavares set to return, how will the Maple Leafs manage their power-play units moving forward? The guys also discuss the latest injury update on Chris Tanev, who has been placed on injured reserve and will miss at least the next three games, and what his absence means for Toronto's already evolving blue line. NHL insider David Pagnotta joins the show to examine the Leafs' options on defence, how aggressive GM John Chayka has been in pursuing upgrades, and whether another move could be on the horizon. Plus, Sergei Bobrovsky earns his first victory as a Maple Leaf, Toronto prepares to wrap up its road trip against the Utah Mammoth, and the guys check in on the Toronto Raptors as training camp continues, including whether Kawhi Leonard will see any preseason action before the NBA regular season begins.

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