# Blue Jays vs White Sox, World Cup Final Preview, and NHL Schedule Release Ft. John Buccigross | OTR

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Podcast: [Off The Roster](https://stenobird.com/podcast/off-the-roster-7597423)
Published: 2026-07-17T17:23:27+00:00
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Duration seconds: 4140

## Resource

The Toronto Blue Jays are back from the MLB All-Star break, and Off the Roster is breaking down everything ahead of their series opener against the Chicago White Sox. Dan Riccio, Cabbie Richards, and Lindsay Dunn discuss what Toronto needs to accomplish in the second half of the season, reports that Bo Bichette may not be safe from a trade, and the organization’s plans to honour the 1992 and 1993 World Series champions with the first statue outside Rogers Centre. The crew also reacts to Chicago being awarded next year’s MLB All-Star Game, the possibility of San Diego taking over if major-league players participate in the Olympics, and why Toronto continues to be overlooked. Then, they shift to hockey following the release of the 2026–27 NHL schedule, breaking down the biggest dates and matchups on the Toronto Maple Leafs’ calendar and whether the schedule release is an encouraging sign that the league will avoid a lockout. Plus, the crew discusses Giannis Antetokounmpo’s introductory press conference in Miami, Pat Riley’s comments about potentially bringing LeBron James back to the Heat, and the investigation surrounding Gary Trent Jr.’s contract with the Milwaukee Bucks. To wrap things up, Dan, Cabbie, and Lindsay make their final picks for Sunday’s FIFA World Cup Final between Argentina and Spain, preview the halftime show, and discuss everything to watch during the biggest match of the tournament. Plus, find out how you can win a table for four and a $400 Real Sports gift card to watch the final on Sunday. Don’t miss another jam-packed edition of Off the Roster covering baseball, hockey, basketball, soccer, and more. #OffTheRoster #MLB #AllStarGame #BlueJays #JohnSchneider #TheOpen #Golf #KawhiLeonard #Raptors #NBA #Sports SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!! 👍 Proline: https…

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