The baseball game between the De La Vida team and La Familia Cubana, held at Tamiami Park in Miami, has sparked a major controversy on social media, especially after it was suspended by the Miami-Dade Police due to the overwhelming attendance that exceeded the stadium's capacity.
In the midst of comments and criticism, Miguelín David, one of the event organizers, reacted in his Instagram stories with a clear message for his followers and detractors.
“Speak... say... share your opinions. I don't mind, the affection yesterday was so overwhelming that I’m not interested in what anyone says. I walk with God. Whatever you don't do is wrong… Yesterday love, unity, and good vibes won. Now create your content,” wrote the influencer.
His post, accompanied by images from the match, made it clear that for him the most important thing was the human warmth and positive energy experienced at the event, beyond the controversies.
Why was the game postponed?
According to the Miami-Dade Police itself, although the organizers had requested permits to hold the event, the participation of around 1,500 people greatly exceeded the venue's capacity and caused traffic and security issues in the surrounding area. Journalist Javier Díaz confirmed in a report for Univisión that there were no incidents and attendees behaved orderly, but the logistics were clearly overwhelmed.
Otaola exploded: “They did it Cuba-style, carelessly.”
The influencer Alexander Otaola also spoke out harshly, accusing the organizers of improvisation and disrespecting the city's regulations: “You didn't have the permits, you did it like Cuba because that's how you are, because you're not mentally in the United States, because you prepared this as if it were Cuba, carelessly.”
Additionally, Otaola suggested that the chosen time for the game was a direct provocation against his program: “They scheduled this game at the same time as my show on a weekday. Why didn’t they plan it for a Saturday, for example (...) Ah, because the idea was to try to outdo me, they couldn’t.”
The host described the collaboration between influencers and Cuban artists in Miami as an attempt to “displace their program”.
Far from dying down, the controversy has ignited social media. While some celebrate the unity of the Cuban community in Miami, others criticize the lack of organization. The truth is that the event achieved its goal: bringing together Cuban artists, influencers, and the public in Miami around baseball.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Ball Game at Tamiami Park and the Controversy Generated
Why was the baseball game suspended at Tamiami Park?
The game was suspended due to the massive turnout that exceeded the stadium's capacity, which caused traffic and safety issues around Tamiami Park. The Miami-Dade Police stated that, although the organizers had requested permits, the number of people far exceeded expectations.
What did Miguelín David say about the baseball controversy?
Miguelín David, one of the event organizers, stated that "what won was unity, affection, and good vibes". Through his social media, he expressed that he is not concerned about the criticisms, emphasizing the warmth and positive energy experienced during the event.
How did Alexander Otaola react to the baseball event?
Alexander Otaola harshly criticized the organizers, accusing them of improvisation and holding the event "Cuba-style, in a haphazard manner". He also suggested that the game time was a provocation against his program, hinting that the event was planned to compete with his audience.
Were there any altercations during the baseball game in Miami?
No incidents were reported during the event. Journalist Javier Díaz confirmed that the attendees behaved with discipline, although the event's logistics were overwhelmed due to the large number of people and vehicles that attended the park.
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