Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 102 - Marlins, Dolphins, the NFL Playoffs, and the Draft

Happy 2025 everyone! We are back with Episode 102.  We talk about the Marlins spending $0 in free agency, and what we can expect from the team this season.  Also, should the Yankees trade for Luis Arraez?  If you've been listening to this podcast, you know the answer to that.
In the NFL, will the Chiefs repeat?  Will this be the Lions year? We talk NFL Playoffs, and we talk about the Dolphins.  What that can do differently to turn around their fortunes, and who Armando wants them to draft to back-up Tua.
Some exciting Diamond Dreams Academy news, and much more, on Up & In.

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 101 - Merry Christmas, Marlins, Goodbye to Rickey Henderson

Merry Christmas, Happy New Year, and Happy Holidays from the Up & In family!  On Episode 101 Mike and Armando talk about the unexpected death of Rickey Henderson, one of the greatest of all-time, and a favorite of the both of them.  Also, what are the Marlins doing? Will the A's do better, and have better attendance than the fish? With each passing day, the non-signing of Juan Soto is looking good on the Yankees. The NBA and their viewership problem. And Why Oleksandr Usyk may be one of the best heavyweight boxers of all-time.  This and much more, on Up & In.

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 100 - Century Mark Episode w/ Juan Soto, Dolphins and more

Up & In hits the century mark! 100 , and first off we want to thank the loyal listeners who have supported us from day one.  It means so much to us every time some of you reach out to tell us about an episode you just listened to, or with an opinion about a certain topic.  Thank you, thank you, thank you!   On episode 100, we talk about Juan Soto signing with the Mets over the Yankees.  Will this move hurt the Yankees, or will it backfire on the Mets?  Was it too much money?  
The Marlins traded Jake Burger.  Who on their team excites the fan base? Let us know.
The Miami Dolphins suffered a terrible loss against the Houston Texans, and with that Mike McDaniel and Tua continue their terrible streak against winning teams.  Barring a miraculous turn around, is it time for the Dolphins to blow it up, and start from scratch?  Mike rips into Tua, while Armando defends him a bit...just a bit.
Cam Ward didn't win the Heisman, but Armando tells us what he did that should earn him even more respect.  Also, where Ward should go in the draft, and what will happen with Shedeur Sanders.
Political talk on Up & In as well.  We're getting to the end of the Biden Administration and the start of the second Trump term.  What we can expect, and what's changed since Election Day.
All that, and much more on Episode 100 of Up & In.
 

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 99 - What's next for the Yankees? Where will Soto sign? McDaniel on the hot seat?

Up & In is back with episode 99.  We are one shy of the century mark.  We talk about Aaron Judge and his second MVP award.  Will he mentally recover from his slow postseason, and costly error in the World Series?  We also dive into Juan Soto and where he may end up.  Will the Yankees pay up?  Will be head over to Queens?  The Dodgers strike again with a deferred contract.  Who else will they sign?
Armando says he's done with Mike McDaniel, and throws out some ideas as to what the Dolphins can do for next season.  Mike really rips into McDaniel and the Dolphins.  Tune in to see what he had to say.
Canes finish the regular season 10-2.  Even though they're out of the ACC Title Game, will they still make the College Football Playoffs?  Let us know if they deserve it.  This, and much more on Episode 99 of Up & In.

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 98 - World Series Recap, Election Talk, The state of the Dolphins

It's Election Day in America.  We will know who the 47th President of the United States is tonight...maybe.  We talk about the election, and what to expect tonight.  Also, World Series talk.  What went wrong for the Yankees?  What changes should they make?  Will they keep Juan Soto? Will fans remember Aaron Judge's season as a success, or a failure?
The Dodgers are champs. We talk about what they did correctly.  The offseason is here.  Will the Marlins trade away their best players once again? 
The Dolphins are struggling, even with Tua back.  Armando proposes an idea for next season if they finish poorly.  It's an idea some people may hate.  Dallas may go for it, if Miami doesn't.  Canes are kicking ass.  Will they make the national title game?

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 97 - World Series Preview, Impact of Yankees-Dodgers

Mike and Armando preview the World Series that MLB was dreaming about this entire season, The New York Yankees vs. The Los Angeles Dodgers.  The old school rivals are squaring off in the Fall Classic once again, and for the first time since 1981.  This World Series features some of the biggest stars in baseball, including the two biggest in Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani.  This is a battle between two juggernauts of the sport, and the biggest winners will be the fans, and of course MLB, the networks, and everyone who is going to pocket big time from this match-up.
We talk about the economics of this World Series, and what it means in the TV advertising world.  We go into the two managers.  Both Dave Roberts and Aaron Boone looked to be on their way out at times, and here they are battling for a championship ring.  Who will make a mistake first?  
Former Marlins' players are having a big role in these playoffs.  Can Giancarlo Stanton continue his monstrous postseason?  Will Jazz Chisholm and his energy carry the Yankees to a title?  
We remember Fernando Valenzuela, who passed away this week, and what he meant to the game of baseball.  
Speaking of the Marlins, who will be their next manager?  We tell the fans of our local team what they can expect next season.
In football, Tua is back.  Positive for the Dolphins, but how about for the QB and his health?  And can the Canes carry their magic for the rest of the season?
This, and much more on episode 97 of Up & In.

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 96 - ALCS and NLCS, Disney pricing, Elections

Welcome to Episode 96 of Up & In.  Mike and Armando talk about both league championship series: Yankees-Guardians and Dodgers-Mets.  While it looks like the Yanks and the Dodgers have the upper hand after three games, do the Guardians and Mets have it in them to stage a comeback and make the World Series? 
We also present six potential future hall of famers.  Find out who we think is a shoe-in, and who surprised us with their stats.  Also, softball talk, little league, and Savannah Bananas.
Disney has unveiled their Lightning Lane Premier Pass.  Will it price out a lot of families from visiting the Happiest Place on Earth?  Armando also talks about his upcoming trip.
Early Voting starts on Monday October 21 in Miami-Dade County.  Get out and vote.  We get a little bit into the elections, and about the importance of casting your ballot. 
All that, and more on Up & In!

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 95 - MLB Playoffs, Yankees and Mets Advance, HOF case for Tiant and others

Mike and Armando talk about the Yankees advancing to the ALCS.  Stanton got hot, Judge not so much, but what can we expect from the Bronx Bombers in the LCS?  Is a World Series in their future?
The Mets definitely got hot at the same time, and now await the winner of the Dodgers-Padres series.  We go into who came up clutch for the Mets, and what went wrong with the Phillies. 
Luis Tiant passed away.  Armando dives into some pretty good numbers that great Cuban pitchers had in their careers, yet none of them are in the Hall of Fame.  Find out who else Armando and Mike think should be considered for Cooperstown.
That and much more on Up & In!

Diamond Dreams Miami Episode 94 - Dolphins, Canes, MLB Playoffs and Marlins

Armando and Mike talk Dolphins and Canes football on Episode 94 of Up & In.  The Dolphins went from Super Bowl contender to possibly drafting in the top 10 in 2025.  Can Miami salvage their season?  Who's to blame for the current mess? Chris Grier? Mike McDaniel? Both? Listen to what we think.  
Also, the Miami Hurricanes have been looking solid so far.  Can they run the table and make the playoffs?  Can they compete with the top tier teams?
The MLB Playoffs are underway.  Armando talks about some of his disastrous predictions, and who MLB wants to see in the World Series.  
The Marlins cleaned house.  Their next manager may already be inside the building.  Will they do anything to attract fans back to the stadium?
That, and much more on Episode 94 of Up & In.

Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In Episode 93 - Cheating in Little League, Ohtani, Postseason Baseball, Tua

We are getting closer and closer to Episode 100! On Episode 93, we talk about cheating in little league, and how to combat that.  We also get into the bad Miami weather, and dealing with the schedule changes.  The MLB Postseason is getting closer, the Yankees are in, the Marlins are trying to win at least 60-games, and Shohei Ohtani is about to make history.  Mike and Armando get into a lively discussion about Tua and his latest concussion.  Should the Miami Dolphins QB retire?  Also, what's better, McDonald's coffee, or Starbucks?  Last but not least, Diddy got indicted, we talk about the evil that's out there.