Legends of Dade

Raúl Ibáñez – From Miami Roots to MLB Powerhouse

We continue our series with a true Miami legend—Raúl Ibáñez, the gritty, Cuban-American slugger who rose from Miami Sunset High to a storied 19-year MLB career and now leads in the Dodgers front office. What You’ll Discover: Miami beginnings: Raised in Miami, Ibáñez played high school ball at Miami Sunset and honed his craft at Miami-Dade College before being drafted by the Mariners milb.com+11iheart.com+11youtube.com+11cubanbaseballdigest.com. MLB breakout star: Over 19 seasons, he amassed 2,034 hits, slapped 305 homers, and drove in 1,207 runs, earning an All-Star nod in 2009 and five Player of the Week honors en.wikipedia.org+1ladodgertalk.com+1. Late-career dynamo: Remarkably, 91% of his 300+ homers came after age 30—matching legends like Ortiz and Killebrew mlb.com+15nbcsports.com+15milb.com+15. Postseason heroics: At 40, Ibáñez made MLB history with three walk-off or game-tying homers in a single postseason with the Yankees in 2012 en.wikipedia.org+3ladodgertalk.com+3fr.wikipedia.org+3. Veteran clubhouse leader: His presence helped spark the Royals’ 2014 turnaround, underscoring his leadership and character draysbay.com+1ladodgertalk.com+1. From field to front office: After retiring, he transitioned to coaching, media analysis, and now serves as Dodgers VP of Baseball Development and Special Projects en.wikipedia.org+1youtube.com+1. This episode is a heartfelt dive into Ibáñez’s journey—from Miami local to MLB icon—showcasing his impact on and off the field, his pride in heritage, and the Miami spirit he carries in everything he does. 📺 New episodes premiere monthly on the Seven8Six Sports YouTube channel. 🎧 Subscribe now and stay tuned for more Legends of Dade—stories of the people who shaped Miami’s culture, one play at a time. 🌴⚾️🔥 👉Presented by: @legendsofdade & @seven8sixsports 🚀 Powered by: @culturamediahouse 📲 Follow us: 🐦 X: @Seven8SixSports 📸 Instagram: @legendsofdade | @seven8sixsports #LegendsOfDade #MiamiSports #MiamiCulture #MiamiLegends #MiamiBaseball #MiamiHistory #305Legends #DadeCounty #MLB #BaseballStories #Podcast #SportsPodcast #CulturaMediaHouse #Seven8SixSports #MiamiLife #RaulIbanez #MikeLowell #SportsHistory #BaseballCulture ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Juice: From the Chair to the Clubhouse: Miami Baseball & Barbershop Journey

If you grew up in the 305, you already know baseball, barbershops, and community run deep. In this second episode of our Legends of Dade series, we're kickin it with a Miami OG, Hugo “Juice” Tandron (@juiceheadzup)—the official barber of the Miami Marlins—as he shares his story from cutting hair in the neighborhood to becoming a key figure inside the Marlins clubhouse. Juice takes us behind the scenes of those legendary World Series runs, sharing what it was really like working with Marlins greats like Pudge Rodriguez, Dontrelle Willis, and Miguel Cabrera. He breaks down how the barber chair became a sanctuary where players could relax and keep it real. And of course, we dive into that true Miami lifestyle—cars, family, faith—and how all these things shape who we are and how we grow. We also show love to the unsung heroes who never get their flowers, talk clubhouse dynamics, player superstitions, and keep it real about why leadership and authenticity matter so much—not just in sports, but in life. Key takeaways: Why barbershops build deeper bonds than just typical client relationships How Miami's baseball culture shapes the identity of the city Real talk on community, mentorship, and the journey to success Drop your thoughts in the comments and let's celebrate the LEGENDS who make this city special. 📺 Catch all episodes: YouTube.com/@seven8sixsports 🔔 Subscribe for more authentic Miami stories. Presented by: @seven8sixsports & @legendsofdade Powered by: @culturamediahouse Follow Juice: @juiceheadzup ⚠️ Disclaimer: This episode contains strong language and personal opinions intended for mature audiences. The views expressed by guests and hosts are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of Seven8Six Sports, Legends of Dade, Cultura Media House, or their affiliates. Viewer discretion advised. #MiamiBaseball #LegendsOfDade #MiamiMarlins #MLB #BarbershopCulture #JuiceHeadzUp #Community #FinsUp #PudgeRodriguez #DontrelleWillis #MiguelCabrera #MiamiCulture #BaseballLegends #VeteranLeadership #ClubhouseVibes #UnsungHeroes #FamilyAndFaith #MiamiSports #BaseballCulture #305 ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.

Mike Lowell: From Miami Roots to World Series MVP

We’re kicking off this series with a true LEGENDS OF DADE —- Mike Lowell—World Series MVP, 4x MLB All-Star, cancer survivor, and one of the most respected names to ever come out of Miami-Dade County. From making his MLB debut with the New York Yankees, to overcoming cancer and leading the Florida Marlins to a World Series title in 2003, to becoming World Series MVP with the Boston Red Sox in 2007—this episode tells the full-circle story of a true Miami legend. You’ll hear never-before-told clubhouse stories, insights from his championship runs, and reflections on the moments that defined his career. 📺 New episodes drop monthly on the Seven8Six Sports YouTube channel. Hit that subscribe button and don’t miss a single story from the legends who built our culture. Presented by: @seven8sixsports & @legendsofdade Powered by: @culturamediahouse #MikeLowell #LegendsOfDade #Seven8SixSports #MiamiBaseball #MLBInterview #WorldSeriesMVP #BostonRedSox #FloridaMarlins #FIUPanthers #CulturaMediaHouse #MLBLegends #MiamiSportsCulture #BaseballHistory #CoralGables #MLBAllStar #BaseballDocumentary #BehindTheScenesMLB ---------------------------------------- Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy [https://acast.com/privacy] for more information.