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Fly the W

Blue Wire, Dustin Rhoades, Paul Crawly Dzienwww.audacy.com
Dustin Rhoades and Paul Crawly Dzien bring you passionate, engaging Cubs talk. From game breakdowns to series previews to interviews with players, coaches and analysts, they zero in on the most compelling Cubs topics of conversation each week.
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Episodes

Interview with Curt Hogg

Crawly interviews Milwaukee Journal Sentinel writer Curt Hogg, who shares insight into the Brewers' moves and outlook as they make their push for the NL Central crown. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 21, 202421 min

Sammy Sosa made his return to Chicago!

Cubs legend Sammy Sosa recently made his return to Chicago for the first time in 17 years. He visited Shriner’s Hospital, Club 400, Gibson’s Steakhouse and the Chicago Sports Spectacular. In this segment, Crawly talks to Phil Smith about Sosa's busy weekend. Smith accompanied Sosa as he traveled around Chicago all weekend. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/...

Mar 21, 202425 min

Crawly’s Cubs adventures in Mesa

In season 3, episode 23, Crawly talks to Dustin about his experience at Cubs spring training. The Cubs are 8-2 in their last 10 games and are playing some of their best baseball. Seiya Suzuki has been on fire, Shota Imanaga struck out nine batters in four innings and Ian Happ made his return to the team. Crawly also sits down with 2016 World Series champion Carl Edwards Jr. to talk about that magical Cubs season, what he has learned from other organizations since he left and what it feels like t...

Mar 18, 202444 minEp. 23

Cubs are finishing spring strong

Crawly talks to Dustin about his experience at Cubs spring training. The Cubs are 8-2 in their last 10 games and are playing some of their best baseball. Seiya Suzuki has been on fire, Shota Imanaga struck out nine batters in four innings and Ian Happ made his return to the team. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 18, 202414 min

Interview with Carl Edwards Jr.

Crawly sits down with 2016 World Series champion Carl Edwards Jr. to talk about that magical Cubs season, what he has learned from other organizations since he left and what it feels like to be wearing a Cubs uniform again. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 18, 202413 min

Ron Santo honored in Cactus League Hall of Fame ceremony

Last Tuesday evening, a ceremony was held to honor Cubs legend Ron Santo as he was inducted into the Cactus League Hall of Fame. His son, filmmaker Jeff Santo, was there and he talks to Crawly about his late father. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 18, 202416 min

Assessing the Cubs halfway through spring training

In season 3, episode 22, Crawly and Dustin reflected on the Cubs' first half of spring training and revisited the questions they had before Cactus League games got started. Who will start at third base? If it's Christopher Morel, can he play adequate enough defense to remain there? Which new player out of the Dom Smith/Garrett Cooper/David Peralta trio will stick with the club? We then continued our tour of the NL Central as Crawly interviews Katie Woo of The Athletic for insight into the Cardin...

Mar 14, 20241 hr 3 minEp. 22

Questions after the first half of spring training

Crawly and Dustin reflect on the Cubs' first half of spring training and revisited the questions they had before Cactus League games got started. Who will start at third base? If it's Christopher Morel, can he play adequate enough defense to remain there? Which new player out of the Dom Smith/Garrett Cooper/David Peralta trio will stick with the club? To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visi...

Mar 14, 202422 min

Interview with Katie Woo

We continue our tour of the NL Central as Crawly interviews Katie Woo of The Athletic for insight into the Cardinals' outlook and the moves they've made this offseason in their push for the division crown. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 14, 202423 min

Tennessee Smokies get their rings

Crawly was joined by Tennessee Smokies broadcaster Mick Gillispie to discuss the team's ring ceremony that was held Saturday and to reflect on the club that finally broke its 45-year championship drought. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 14, 202418 min

Mark Grace details what it's like to play at Wrigley Field | The Bret Boone Podcast

From 'The Boone Podcast' ( subscribe here ): Bret Boone and Mark Grace do a deep dive into the magical ballpark that is Wrigley Field. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 13, 202416 min

Cubs' farm system is ranked No. 2!

In season 3, episode 21, Crawly and Dustin break down the most important moments of the Cubs' spring training games over the weekend, including left-hander Shota Imanaga making his second start, first baseman Michael Busch flashing his power and right-hander Jameson Taillon getting scratched from his first start of the spring. Crawly is then joined by Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to discuss the Cubs' farm system being ranked No. 2 in MLB and to preview the upcoming Spring Breakout game between the...

Mar 11, 20241 hr 2 minEp. 21

Jameson Taillon injured?

Crawly and Dustin break down the most important moments of the Cubs' spring training games over the weekend, including left-hander Shota Imanaga making his second start, first baseman Michael Busch flashing his power and right-hander Jameson Taillon getting scratched from his first start of the spring. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 11, 202419 min

Interview with Jim Callis

Crawly is joined by Jim Callis of MLB Pipeline to discuss the Cubs' farm system being ranked No. 2 in MLB and to preview the upcoming Spring Breakout game between the Cubs and the White Sox. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 11, 202430 min

Cubs make first round of cuts, name Opening Day starter

Crawly and Dustin discuss the first round of cuts from the Cubs' big league camp, the team's latest injuries and ace Justin Steele officially being named the club's Opening Day starter. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 11, 202413 min

Cubs' injuries piling up in spring training

Crawly and Dustin recap the latest Cubs games in spring training, which featured another good start from left-hander Jordan Wicks and also concern as right-hander Caleb Kilian had to leave his start early. We then continue our tour of the NL Central as Crawly interviews Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writer Andrew Destin to give our listeners insight into the Pirates' outlook and the moves they've made this offseason. Also, the guys discuss the Cubs' injury issues, react to manager Craig Counsell's app...

Mar 07, 202453 minEp. 20

Wicks looks good, Kilian injured, Bellinger back

Crawly and Dustin recap the latest Cubs games in spring training, which featured another good start from left-hander Jordan Wicks and also concern as right-hander Caleb Kilian had to leave his start early. Star outfielder/first baseman Cody Bellinger also made his 2024 spring debut after recently signing his new contract. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/a...

Mar 07, 202417 min

Interview with Andrew Destin

We continue our tour of the NL Central as Crawly interviews Pittsburgh Post-Gazette writer Andrew Destin to give our listeners insight into the Pirates' outlook and the moves they've made this offseason. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 07, 202413 min

Craig Counsell on the Score, injury updates & more

Crawly and Dustin discuss the Cubs' injury issues, react to manager Craig Counsell's appearance on the Mully & Haugh Show and look at the remaining free agents on the board. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 07, 202422 min

Kris Bryant reflects on his career

In Season 3, Episode 19, Crawly and Dustin recap the Cubs' recent games in the Cactus League, which saw left-hander Shota Imanaga's debut, ace Justin Steele's first start this spring and outfielder Owen Cassie swinging a hot bat. Crawly then talked with Athletic writer Sam Blum about his recent in-depth article on Rockies infielder Kris Bryant, who reflected on his career and his Cubs tenure. Phil Smith and Mitch Adelstein of the Chicago Sports Spectacular also join the show to discuss Cubs lege...

Mar 04, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 19

Reacting to Shota Imanaga's spring debut

Crawly and Dustin recap the Cubs' recent games in the Cactus League, which saw left-hander Shota Imanaga's debut, ace Justin Steele's first start this spring and outfielder Owen Cassie swinging a hot bat. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 04, 202416 min

Interview with Sam Blum

Cubs fans were buzzing recently about Athletic writer Sam Blum’s article on Rockies infielder Kris Bryant reflecting on his career and Cubs tenure. Crawly talked with Blum about the article and how Bryant viewed his experience with the Cubs. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 04, 202428 min

Injuries, Cody Bellinger on Inside the Clubhouse, Sammy Sosa update

Crawly and Dustin discuss the Cubs players who are dealing with injuries and react to outfielder Cody Bellinger's recent appearance on 670 The Score. Phil Smith and Mitch Adelstein of the Chicago Sports Spectacular also join the show to discuss Cubs legend Sammy Sosa's upcoming return to Chicago. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 04, 202424 min

Cody Bellinger's interesting press conference

In Season 3, Episode 18, Crawly and Dustin react to the Cubs' press conference Wednesday in which outfielder Cody Bellinger discussed his return to the club on a three-year, $80-million deal. Crawly then interviews Cincinnati Enquirer reporter Gordon Wittenmyer about the Reds to give our listeners insight into the moves the team has made as it eyes a division title. Later, the guys recap the Cubs' last few games in spring training. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visi...

Feb 29, 202459 minEp. 18

Cody Bellinger speaks!

Crawly and Dustin react to the Cubs' press conference Wednesday in which outfielder Cody Bellinger discussed his return to the club on a three-year, $80-million deal. Also at the press conference were agent Scott Boras and president of baseball operations Jed Hoyer, and we heard sound bites from them. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 29, 202420 min

Interview with Gordon Wittenmyer

We begin our tour of the NL Central as Crawly interviews Cincinnati Enquirer reporter Gordon Wittenmyer about the Reds to give our listeners insight into the moves the team has made as it eyes a division title. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 29, 202425 min

Young Cubs looking good in spring training

Crawly and Dustin recap the Cubs going 1-1-1 in their last few spring training games and break down how young prospects — including Pete Crow-Armstrong, Brennen Davis and Alexander Canario —have provided offensive pop. They also discuss key relievers making their first appearances of the year. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 29, 202414 min

Did Cubs Get A Steal With The Cody Bellinger Contract?! | Barreled Up

From Barreled Up ( subscribe here ): Jim Riley and Robbie Hyde discuss outfielder Cody Bellinger's new three-year, $80-million contract with the Cubs and whether the deal will prove to be a steal for Chicago. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 27, 20247 min

Cody Bellinger is back!

In Season 3, Episode 17, Crawly and Dustin react to the breaking news that star outfielder Cody Bellinger has agreed to a three-year, $80-million deal to return to the Cubs. They discuss what Bellinger's return means for the Cubs' outlook in the NL Central and break down the terms of the contract. Crawly then interviews Jon Becker of FanGraphs about the Bellinger deal and what effect his signing will have for the club regarding the competitive balance tax. Later, Crawly and Dustin break down the...

Feb 26, 202455 minEp. 17

Cody Bellinger re-signs with the Cubs

Crawly and Dustin react to the breaking news that star outfielder Cody Bellinger has agreed to a three-year, $80-million deal to return to the Cubs. They discuss what Bellinger's return means for the Cubs' outlook in the NL Central and break down the terms of the contract. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Feb 26, 202417 min
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