In this episode of Up & In, Mike and Armando talk about something a lot of parents deal with—kids around 8 to 10 years old deciding they’re done with a sport they’ve been playing and want to try something new. We get into what drives those decisions and how you can be supportive without pushing too hard.

Then it’s on to baseball: bad umpiring is back, and we’re wondering how some of these obvious home runs are getting called foul—especially when the replay tells a different story.

The Yankees are off to a solid start, but Juan Soto’s been struggling in Queens... did he pick the wrong New York team? And who's really been carrying the Mets?

Plus, Armando was not feeling the WrestleMania main event—he breaks down what didn’t work for him.

All that and more on Episode 108 of Up & In.

On Episode 107 of Up & In, Mike and Armando talk about the "controversy" with the torpedo bats. Is it really an issue, or a nothing burger? We also talk about the placebo effect when using new equipment.

The Marlins are off to a decent start. Can they show us all something and become buyers instead of sellers this season?

The Mike Trout/Mickey Mantle comparison, life talk regarding memories and stress, healthy lifestyle, and much more on Up & In.

In this episode, we break down the Marlins' 2024 bobblehead giveaways and which ones fans are most excited about. Plus, MLB’s latest blunder—the logo on top of logo hats—what went wrong, and why the Texas Rangers' version stole the show.

The Yankees take a major hit with Gerrit Cole’s injury—how can they fill the void in their rotation? We also dive into the latest buzz from NFL Free Agency and the wild world of college sports breakups and makeups.

All that and much more on Episode 106 of Up & In!

Spring Training is back, and so is Up & In! In this episode, we break down all the biggest baseball storylines as the season gets underway. Will the Marlins move on from Sandy Alcántara? What should fans expect from Mike Trout this year? And who should take over as the Yankees' full-time shortstop in the near future? We also dive into early World Series contenders.

But that’s not all—John Cena’s shocking heel turn has the wrestling world buzzing, and Armando breaks down the art of scoring knockdown rounds in boxing. All that and much more on Episode 105 of Up & In!

In this episode of Diamond Dreams Miami: Up & In, we’re joined by special guest FIU Head Baseball Coach Rich Witten as we gear up for the 2025 college baseball season, set to begin Friday, February 14. Coach Witten gives us an inside look at the Panthers’ offseason preparations, the players to watch, and his expectations for the team this year. We also talk about FIU teams of the past, including the squads Mike Quintana played on, and how Coach Witten is bringing former players back to speak to the team. Plus, we discuss former FIU Head Coach Danny Price and his lasting impact on the program.

For Episode 103 we hang out with Jonathan Escarza. We talk about opening day at Diamond Dreams, and bringing the little back to little league. Also, why our kids can't truly enjoy the Marlins. Is this situation worse than 1998 and 2004? The Super Bowl is set. Who is our favorite to win, and how far are the Dolphins from getting themselves to a position to make the big game. We dive into boxing and how the stacked cards are making a comeback. Is Naoya Inoue one of the best fighters of all time? The boxing/UFC comparison, and much more.

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.

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.