Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In

In this week’s episode of Up & In, Armando and Mike welcome a special guest — Robert De Paz, founder of De Paz Golf, coach at Golf Academy USA, and coach of the Belen Jesuit Golf Team. A talented golfer himself with aspirations of turning pro, Coach Robby dives into the Golf Academy Program and how it’s helping young players develop through high-level instruction and mentorship.
He also discusses the implementation of Operation 36, a system that teaches kids golf from the green back — meaning they start at shorter yardages from the hole and gradually move farther out as their skills improve, until they’re eventually teeing off from the box.
The conversation explores the differences between teaching kids versus adults, how coaching golf compares to coaching baseball, and Robby’s own journey from player to mentor — including where he envisions his golf career heading next. The guys also discuss the surge in golf’s popularity and why so many kids are choosing the course over the court or field.
Then it’s on to the World Series: can the Blue Jays finish off the Dodgers in Game 6? Is Shohei Ohtani already the GOAT? And finally, will the Miami Dolphins build momentum off their last win, or fall flat against the Ravens?
That and much more on Episode 120 of Up & In – Diamond Dreams Miami.

In this week’s episode of Diamond Dreams Miami: Up & In, Mike and Armando dive into the Dolphins’ latest debacle — breaking down Miami’s collapse, the fallout, and why ownership has still decided not to move on from Mike McDaniel or Chris Grier... at least not yet.
Then, the guys turn their attention to Shohei Ohtani’s historic performance and explain why he’s proving to be worth every single penny of that record-breaking contract.
From there, it’s a trip up to the Bronx — what can the Yankees do in free agency to finally get back on track? Mike and Armando weigh the realistic (and dream) moves that could shift the balance of power.
Finally, the show wraps up with a deep dive into the world of card collecting — when timing is everything. The guys talk market trends, player value spikes, and how to spot the perfect moment to buy or sell.
All that and much more on Episode 119 of Up & In.

The Yankees were eliminated from the postseason, and Mike and Armando sound off on the Bronx Bombers.  Will Aaron Boone and Brian Cashman finally be replaced, or will it be more of the same in New York?
What big free agent can make a huge difference for the Yanks? Tune in and find out our thoughts.
Also, the Dolphins continue their free fall. It's time for changes. Armando talks about who he likes at head coach, and what other changes must occur.
That and much more on episode 118 or Up & In.

Up & In is back for Episode 117, where Armando shares what he would do if he were in Stephen Ross' shoes.  Would he fired Grier and McDaniel? Would he replace Tua? If so, who are the candidates to lead the Dolphins next season?
Also, Mario Cristobal has the Canes in the best shape they've been in years. What's working for the Canes, and which of their players should be a top 5 pick in the NFL Draft.
The MLB Playoffs are right around the corner, and we share what teams are in, who's on the brink of clinching, and who has been a disappointment.
All that and much more on Episode 117 of Up & In!

This week on Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In we cover it all:
Little League talk + the latest controversies on the diamond with Framber Valdez & Rafael Devers.
Can the Marlins make a run next season? We break down exactly what needs to happen.
Are the Miami Dolphins really a playoff team? Armando gives his take.
The Miami Hurricanes looked great vs. Notre Dame to kick off the season—we’ve got the breakdown.
Bill Belichick & Jordan Hudson… older men with younger women. Is it a big deal?
Plus, Real Housewives of Miami talk and much more!

School’s back in session, and so is fall little league baseball. We kick things off by talking about the start of the season — and ask the big question: is there actually betting in little league? In MLB, Shohei Ohtani finds himself walking straight into another scandal. On the NFL side, it’s the Miami Dolphins vs. the national media, and we break down the bias against the team. Plus, Armando shares his frustrating experience trying to preorder the brand-new Topps Boxing trading cards. That and much more on this week’s episode of Up & In.

In this episode of Diamond Dreams Miami Up & In, with Armando Alvarez and Mike Quintana break down a number of topics in the world of sports.
Mike recaps his recent trip to Cooperstown with his 12U team—what the experience meant, how the kids grew as teammates and competitors, and the lessons they’ve already applied since returning.
The guys then shift gears from baseball to golf. What’s it like transitioning from the diamond to the fairway? They explore the mental and mechanical adjustments needed, and how the two swing in the two sports differ.
In MLB talk, the Yankees’ free fall continues. Will Aaron Boone survive the season? Is anyone in the front office feeling the heat? Meanwhile, the Marlins are heating up—Armando and Mike break down what’s clicking, and which recent move signals the team is eyeing the postseason.
Also, Topps is releasing its first boxing trading card set since 1951. How many boxes will Armando be ordering? He also pulls back the curtain on what really happens behind the scenes in the fight game.
That and more, right here on Up & In.
 

Up & In is back with Episode 113.  Mike is back from his Cooperstown tournament trip, and tells us a bit about his experience.  He will give us the full details on episode 114.  
On 113 we talk about the upcoming MLB trade deadline.  Will the Marlins be sellers, or buyers? Has Sandy Alcantara pitched his last game in Miami?
The Yankees have made a couple of trades, and some have indicated they could trade Spencer Jones for a starting pitcher.  We tell you what we think of that possibility.
Also, we discuss the death of Hulk Hogan and how it was a shot to the gut of those that grew up in the 1980s.
That and much more on Up & In!

Up & In is back with Episode 112.  Yankees are struggling, should they finally fire Boone? Anthony Volpe has had a rough time at shortstop.  Will the Yankees be in the market to replace him at the trade deadline? We will tell you who makes sense.
Paul Skenes is one of the best young arms in MLB today, and may turn out to be a Hall of Fame worthy pitcher.  He has one of the lowest ERAs, but his team is offering very little run support.  Should he request a trade to a contender? 
Also, we talk about someone who makes all the sense in the world to buy the Marlins.  Who is it?
That and much more, on episode 112 of Up & In.

In Episode 111, we talk MLB—Jasson Dominguez launches a huge home run, Juan Soto continues to struggle, and the Orioles are hitting a rough patch. We break it all down and talk about what’s ahead.
Plus, we dive into the surprising release of Pope Leo XIV’s Topps “rookie card” and the fan response to the Pontiff’s cardboard debut.
And we wrap up with a conversation on some of the greatest Cuban players to ever play in the big leagues.
All that and more on this episode of Up & In.