{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/6925fd30caf6efa7036ff0f6/6a74de612578a0c7e2126de5?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"Blue Jays Face Kevin Gausman’s Cubs After Deadline Trade ft. Tony Andracki","description":"<p>The Toronto Blue Jays are heading to Wrigley Field to face the Chicago Cubs following the MLB trade deadline deal that sent Kevin Gausman to Chicago. On today’s episode of Off the Roster, Dan Riccio and Cabbie Richards are joined by Cubs reporter Tony Andracki to revisit the trade, discuss what Gausman brings to Chicago’s rotation, break down what the Cubs gave up and examine what the Blue Jays received in return. They also preview the August 6 matchup between Toronto and Chicago and discuss the direction of both organizations following the deadline.</p><p><br></p><p>Dan and Cabbie also recap the Blue Jays’ series win over the Houston Astros, debate whether Toronto can remain in the MLB playoff race and discuss the latest surrounding Vladimir Guerrero Jr. Plus, they break down what’s happening with Gavin McKenna and the Toronto Maple Leafs before looking ahead to the NFL Hall of Fame Game and the return of NFL preseason football.</p><p><br></p><p>0:45 INTRO </p><p>1:45 Blue Jays take the series in Houston </p><p>5:15 Toronto’s playoff hopes are decided in the next 2 weeks  </p><p>9:45 Blue Jays chances rest on Vladimir Guerrero Jr’s bat </p><p>15:30 Positives in Toronto’s 5-4 win</p><p>17:20 Chicago writer Tony Andracki is here! </p><p>18:00 First Impressions of Kevin Gausman in Chicago </p><p>19:45 Kevin Gausman’s reputation around baseball </p><p>21:50 Pete Crow Armstrong’s MVP Case </p><p>23:50 Are The Dodgers Beatable?  </p><p>27:15 Prospects in Kevin Gausman trade </p><p>29:45 Vladimir Guerrero Jr + Cal Raleigh’s falloff</p><p>33:00 Kevin Gausman’s comments about Toronto </p><p>42:40 9-9-9 Challenge </p><p>44:00 Upcoming “Surprise” and “Disappointing” NFL Teams in 2026 </p><p>46:00 Surprise Team Cincinnati Bengals </p><p>47:30 Surprise Team Atlanta Falcons </p><p>50:30 Disappointing Team New England Patriots </p><p>53:15 Disappointing Team Chicago Bears</p><p>56:50 Championship Draft (4 Majors) </p><p>1:16:30 ProLine Picks - Dylan Cease + TOR/CHC over 7.5 runs </p><p>1:18:30 Viral sensation relief pitcher Jefry Yan</p><p><br></p><p>Subscribe to Off the Roster for more Toronto Blue Jays, Toronto Maple Leafs, MLB, NHL and NFL news, analysis and interviews.</p><p><br></p><p>#BlueJays #ChicagoCubs #KevinGausman #MLB #VladimirGuerreroJr #MLBTradeDeadline #Cubs #LeafsForever #TorontoMapleLeafs #NFL #OffTheRoster</p><p><br></p><p>SHOUTOUT TO OUR SPONSORS!!</p><p><br></p><p>👍 Proline: https://proline.olg.ca/</p><p>👍 Ninja Flex Flame: https://www.sharkninja.ca/ninja-flexflame-propane-grill-outdoor-cooking-system-blue/PG304CBL.html?utm_source=BetterCollective&amp;utm_medium=PaidDisplay&amp;utm_campaign=H1NinjaOutdoor&amp;utm_content=NinjaEN&amp;dwvar_PG304CBL_color=393D49</p><p><br></p><p>Reach out to sales@thenationnetwork.com to connect with our Sales Team and discuss opportunities to partner with us!</p><p><br></p><p>If you liked this, check out:</p><p>🚨 OTT - Coming in Hot Sens | https://www.youtube.com/c/thewallyandmethotshow</p><p>🚨 TOR - LeafsNation | https://www.youtube.com/@theleafsnation401</p><p>🚨 EDM - OilersNation | https://www.youtube.com/@Oilersnationdotcom</p><p>🚨 VAN - CanucksArmy | https://www.youtube.com/@Canucks_Army</p><p>🚨 CGY - FlamesNation | https://www.youtube.com/@FNBarnBurner</p><p>🚨 Daily Faceoff Fantasy &amp; Betting | www.youtube.com/@DFOFantasyandBetting</p><p><br></p><p>#Leafs #Raptors #BlueJays #Toronto</p><p><br></p><p>Follow Off The Roster on Social Media @offtherosterpod</p><p><br></p><p>Leave a voicemail at https://www.speakpipe.com/OffTheRoster</p>","author_name":"The Nation Network"}