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Kawhi Leonard and the Toronto Raptors are back at Scotiabank Arena! Dan Riccio and Lindsay Dunn kick off today's episode of Off the Roster with a full breakdown of the Raptors' home opener against the Chicago Bulls, Kawhi's 23-point performance, and what stood out from Toronto's first game of the season. From Immanuel Quickley's impressive night to the Raptors' transition offence, Allen Graves' NBA debut, and the team's struggles on the glass, there's plenty to discuss. Sean Woodley of Locked On Raptors joins the show to share his takeaways from opening night and Kawhi's return to Toronto. Then, the conversation shifts to the NHL, where Brady Tkachuk's return to Ottawa with the Florida Panthers was anything but welcoming. Dan and Lindsay react to the boos, chants, and hostile reception from Senators fans, what it means for Tkachuk's relationship with Ottawa, and whether the Senators are a legitimate threat to the Toronto Maple Leafs in the Atlantic Division. Plus, the Maple Leafs prepare to face the New York Rangers in a busy stretch of their schedule. Can Sergei Bobrovsky bounce back after some extra rest and help Toronto get back on track? The crew previews Leafs vs. Rangers, discusses the challenges facing Toronto, and gets into the latest stories from around the sports world, including the MLB playoffs and World Series. Subscribe for more Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, NHL, NBA, MLB, and Toronto sports coverage on 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.

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.

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. 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.

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! SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Proline: https://www.olg.ca/en/sports/proline.html#home 👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey 👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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! 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.

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! 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs nearly pulled off another wild comeback, but this time they ran out of runway. Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht react to Toronto’s 5-4 loss to the Utah Mammoth after a disastrous second period left the Leafs trailing 5-2. John Tavares and Gavin McKenna made things interesting in the third, with McKenna extending his point streak to four games, but Utah survived Toronto’s late push. The crew breaks down Anthony Stolarz’s difficult night, the defensive issues that continue to show up, and whether Leafs fans should feel encouraged by the fightback or concerned about how they got into that hole in the first place. Then, Josh Lewenberg joins the show after the Raptors absolutely steamrolled the Knicks 148-98 in preseason action. The biggest story? Kawhi Leonard is officially back in a Raptors uniform, dropping 21 points, five rebounds and two steals in just 17 minutes in his anticipated return. The crew gets Josh’s first impressions of Kawhi, Toronto’s preseason so far, Allen Graves getting an opportunity, the new NBA Cup court and what to actually take away from a 50-point preseason win. Plus, a quick check-in on the MLB postseason before Todd Crocker, the new radio voice of the Maple Leafs, joins the show to discuss Toronto’s start to the season, the loss in Utah and what he’s seeing from this new-look Leafs team. Don’t miss another packed edition of Off the Roster covering the Leafs, Raptors, MLB playoffs and more. #MapleLeafs #Raptors #KawhiLeonard #Leafs #NBA #OffTheRoster SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍 Proline: https://proline.olg.ca/ 👍 Coca-Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - Daily Faceoff Toronto | https://www.youtube.com/@dfotoronto 🚨 EDM - Daily Faceoff Edmonton | https://www.youtube.com/@dfoedmonton 🚨 VAN - Daily Faceoff Vancouver | https://www.youtube.com/@dfovancouver 🚨 CGY - Daily Faceoff Calgary | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting #Leafs #Raptors #BlueJays #Toronto Follow Off The Roster on Social Media @offtherosterpod Leave a voicemail at https://www.speakpipe.com/OffTheRoster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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. 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.

The Toronto Maple Leafs looked ready to cruise in Vegas… until everything fell apart. Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht react to the Leafs blowing a 3-0 lead before falling 4-3 in a shootout to the Golden Knights. The crew breaks down Toronto’s red-hot start, what went wrong as Vegas climbed back into the game, and the new-look forward lines featuring Easton Cowan alongside John Tavares and William Nylander and Gavin McKenna with Nick Paul and Colton Sissons. Five games in, this Leafs team already looks very different from last season—but is that actually a good thing? Then, the MLB Championship Series is set, but the bigger baseball story may be what’s coming off the field. The crew reacts to MLB’s proposed changes for 2029, including a 154-game season, best-of-seven Division Series, and allowing higher seeds to select their playoff opponent, while asking whether the growing tension between the league and players is setting baseball up for a lengthy lockout. Plus, filmmaker Sean Menard joins the show to discuss Run Terry Run, the new Terry Fox documentary featuring previously unseen footage and unheard audio from one of Canada’s most inspiring stories. The crew also wraps up the week with another edition of WTF Friday, the latest Raptors news, and plenty more from around the sports world. #MapleLeafs #Leafs #NHL #MLB #OffTheRoster #TorontoSports SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Proline: https://www.olg.ca/en/sports/proline.html#home 👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey 👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/ Reach out to [email protected] to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us! If you liked this, check out: 🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow 🚨 TOR - Daily Faceoff Toronto | https://www.youtube.com/@dfotoronto 🚨 EDM - Daily Faceoff Edmonton | https://www.youtube.com/@dfoedmonton 🚨 VAN - Daily Faceoff Vancouver | https://www.youtube.com/@dfovancouver 🚨 CGY - Daily Faceoff Calgary | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner 🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy & Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting #Leafs #Raptors #BlueJays #Toronto Follow Off The Roster on Social Media @offtherosterpod Leave a voicemail at https://www.speakpipe.com/OffTheRoster Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht are back for another episode of Off the Roster, breaking down the latest news surrounding the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, MLB Playoffs, and more! Former Maple Leafs enforcer Jay Rosehill joins the show to discuss Toronto's start to the 2026-27 NHL season, the early development of highly touted rookie Gavin McKenna, and Auston Matthews' massive performance against the Nashville Predators. Rosehill also weighs in on the Maple Leafs' goaltending situation, the rotation between Sergei Bobrovsky and Anthony Stolarz, and what Toronto needs to do to build momentum as they prepare to face the Vegas Golden Knights tonight. Is Matthews finding his offensive rhythm? Are there legitimate concerns about the Leafs' lineup, or is it still too early to panic? The crew previews tonight's matchup against Vegas, discussing key players, potential lineup decisions, and what it will take for Toronto to secure another important win. Plus, Dan, Lindsay, and Brent dive into the latest action from the 2026 MLB Playoffs, breaking down the biggest postseason storylines, standout performances, and the race for the World Series. They also check in on the Toronto Raptors' training camp, discussing the team's preparation for the upcoming 2026-27 NBA season, early impressions, roster expectations, and what fans should be watching as basketball returns to Toronto. All that and more on today's episode of Off the Roster! SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍🏼Proline: https://www.olg.ca/en/sports/proline.html#home 👍🏼Coca Cola: https://www.coca-cola.com/ca/en/offerings/coca-cola/hockey 👍🏼Movember: https://movember.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s episode of Off the Roster, Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht recap a wild night at Scotiabank Arena, including Dan and Brent taking in the Maple Leafs game from PROLINE’s Most Interesting Seats in the House and Brent unexpectedly going viral after his sign made its way onto the broadcast. The crew breaks down everything from Toronto’s dramatic 5-4 overtime win over the Nashville Predators, as the Leafs erased a 3-0 deficit and battled all the way back to improve to 2-2-0 on the season. They discuss another difficult start for Toronto, John Tavares getting the comeback going, William Nylander delivering on the power play as part of a three-point night, Gavin McKenna breaking through with the first point and first goal of his NHL career, Jack Roslovic tying the game, and Auston Matthews taking over with a four-point performance before scoring the overtime winner with just 14 seconds remaining. Dan, Lindsay, and Brent look at what the comeback says about this Maple Leafs team, whether the concerns from their slow start are beginning to ease, the development of McKenna, Toronto’s second line, and the players who stepped up when the Leafs desperately needed a win. Plus, the crew goes around the NHL to discuss the biggest stories, performances, news, and developing storylines from across the league. 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.

Alex Ovechkin has announced that this will be his final season in the NHL, and Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn and Brent Albrecht break down one of the biggest stories in hockey on today’s episode of Off the Roster. Former NHL head coach Bruce Boudreau joins the show to reflect on his time coaching Ovechkin with the Washington Capitals, what made him such a special player and personality, what he meant inside the locker room, and the legacy he leaves behind as one of the greatest goal scorers in NHL history. Boudreau also gives his perspective on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ start to the 2026-27 NHL season, including Gavin McKenna’s early role in the lineup, John Tavares and the struggling second line, Darren Raddysh, Toronto’s defence, the power play and what the Leafs need to improve if they want to start putting together wins. Before that, Dan, Lindsay and Brent tee up the Maple Leafs’ fourth game of the season as Toronto prepares to host the Nashville Predators before heading out on the road. They discuss whether the early concern around the Leafs is justified, if the second line needs an upgrade, where Gavin McKenna fits best in the lineup, whether John Tavares can continue handling his current role, and how Toronto’s defence has performed through the opening stretch of the season. 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.

On today’s episode of Off the Roster, Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn, and Brent Albrecht recap Saturday night’s Battle of Ontario between the Toronto Maple Leafs and Ottawa Senators, as the Leafs drop to 1-2 on the season. The crew breaks down what went wrong for Toronto, whether there are any legitimate early-season concerns surrounding the team, the continued struggles of the Maple Leafs’ second line, and whether Toronto may eventually need to look at an upgrade on John Tavares. They also discuss Sergei Bobrovsky’s start in a Maple Leafs uniform, how Toronto’s defence has performed through the opening games of the season, and what needs to improve as the Leafs look to find some consistency. Steve Simmons joins the show to go around the Toronto sports scene, with a heavy focus on the Maple Leafs’ weekend, Gavin McKenna and John Tavares, Darren Raddysh’s early struggles, and what Toronto needs to fix moving forward. Simmons also weighs in on the Toronto Blue Jays’ end-of-season media availability, Vladimir Guerrero Jr.’s reported “injury,” and expectations for the Toronto Raptors heading into the upcoming NBA season. Plus, Dan, Lindsay, and Brent go Around the Weekend to break down the biggest stories from across the sports world. 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.

Dan Riccio and Brent Albrecht break down the latest across Toronto sports as the Toronto Maple Leafs get set for a Saturday night Battle of Ontario showdown against the Ottawa Senators. The guys look at what needs to change for the Leafs’ second line, whether lineup adjustments could be coming, the latest news and notes out of Leafs practice, expectations for Easton Cowan and Toronto’s top line, and what they want to see from the Maple Leafs power play against Ottawa. Plus, they check in on Toronto Raptors training camp in Quebec City as the Raptors prepare for preseason action and a new NBA season, reacting to the latest comments coming out of camp and what they could mean for the team. To close things out, it’s WTF Friday as Dan and Brent run through some of the wildest stories from the week before handing out their touchdown bets and getting set for Week 4 of the NFL season. 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.

Dan Riccio, Lindsay Dunn and Brent Albrecht react to the Toronto Maple Leafs’ 2-1 win over the New York Islanders on the second night of a back-to-back, breaking down Anthony Stolarz’s stellar performance in net, Gavin McKenna and Darren Raddysh bouncing back after difficult debuts, Easton Cowan continuing to emerge as an X-factor, an improved Leafs bottom six, the early returns on the power play and whether there should be any concern about Auston Matthews’ lack of offense through the first two games. They also discuss Kirill Marchenko’s second game as a Maple Leaf before being joined by Anthony Stewart at 10:30 a.m. ET to assess Toronto’s start to the season, the Matthew Knies–Marchenko trade, how the new-look Leafs are playing and whether this team has what it takes to make the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Plus, the crew continues to unpack the Toronto Blue Jays’ end-of-season availabilities with Ross Atkins, Mark Shapiro and ownership, including their comments on Vladimir Guerrero Jr., Toronto’s offseason priorities and what needs to change after a disappointing finish. Lindsay also checks in from Toronto Raptors training camp in Quebec City with the latest on Kawhi Leonard, Scottie Barnes and everything surrounding the Raptors as they prepare for the NBA season. Join us throughout the season for some good ol’ fashioned Leafs talk and plenty more from around Toronto sports. 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.