Bleav in San Diego Baseball is the go-to San Diego Padres podcast for fans who live and breathe Padres baseball. Hosted by Alex Miniak, the iconic Voice of Petco Park and MLB The Show, alongside 3x All-Star Padres closer Heath Bell, this weekly show delivers in-depth Padres baseball talk, postgame breakdowns, and exclusive clubhouse stories. You’ll also get interviews with former Padres players and fan favorites, plus the best of San Diego’s fan culture — from local food and drink to the…
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Players' Weekend brought out the personality and creativity of MLB players, and on this Fan Friday, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down the coolest Padres gear, best bats, wildest cleats, pop-culture tributes and most creative Players' Weekend designs. Plus, they imagine what Heath would have worn during his playing days and share their own dream baseball gear. Chapters:…
Fernando Tatis Jr. has officially gone from power outage to power surge, earning NL Player of the Week honors after a massive stretch at the plate. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down what changed for Tatis, his renewed power, five-tool impact, and what his resurgence could mean for the Padres' postseason hopes. Then, as new ownership takes the reins, Alex and Heath pay…
This Fan Friday episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball is inspired by Erik Mertens, “The Peanut Guy” of the Tri-City Dust Devils, who recently finished his quest to visit all 237 active Minor League ballparks. Alex Miniak and Heath Bell use his incredible baseball journey as a springboard to reminisce about the classic ballpark vendors, voices, characters, and traditions that make baseball games…
The Padres may have a decision to make with top prospect Ethan Salas. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell discuss Salas’ rapid rise to Triple-A El Paso, whether the 20-year-old catcher is ready for the major leagues, and how the Padres could use him in a postseason push. Plus, Alex and Heath remember Tommy John, the four-time All-Star whose name became synonymous with the elbow surgery…
It's National Sons and Daughters Day and Alex Miniak and 3x MLB All-Star Heath Bell celebrate by looking at some of baseball’s most memorable father-son duos, including Tony Gwynn and Tony Gwynn Jr., the Alomars, Griffeys, Bonds, Boones, Tatises and Guerreros. Heath also shares personal stories about playing softball with his father and coaching his own son, making this a fun, nostalgic look at…
Alex Miniak and 3x MLB All-Star Heath Bell hand out Padres superlatives, breaking down Mason Miller's historic pace after earning another NL Reliever of the Month award, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s climb up the franchise home run leaderboard, and why Austin Hays could become an underrated addition to the San Diego Padres' playoff push. Later, Alex and Heath share one of baseball's most inspiring stories:…
On this Fan Friday edition of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell revisit some of the biggest trades in San Diego Padres history, debating which deals changed the franchise forever. From Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto to Trevor Hoffman, Joe Musgrove, Ken Caminiti, and Steve Finley, they break down the biggest wins, toughest decisions, and lasting…
The San Diego Padres made a splash at the MLB Trade Deadline, and Alex Miniak, Heath Bell, and San Diego Union-Tribune's Annie Heilbrunn ( @sharon_annette ) break down what Robbie Ray and Casey Mize bring to the rotation, why GM A.J. Preller prioritized pitching, and what the latest updates on Nick Pivetta's rehab could mean for the Padres' postseason hopes. Plus, Alex takes listeners behind the…
It's Fan Friday on Bleav in San Diego Baseball ! Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell take a trip through Padres history to revisit Nate Colbert's legendary five-home run day, this week in 1972. The guys discuss one of the rarest feats in Major League Baseball history, Colbert's lasting impact on the Padres franchise, and why San Diego's first true superstar deserves to be remembered…
Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell break down the Padres' new "pitching chaos" strategy as the club looks to overcome its starting pitching shortage. The duo discusses whether a swingman-heavy approach can keep San Diego in the playoff race, Heath explains the challenges pitchers face without defined roles, and they debate whether adding…
The Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell celebrate San Diego Comic-Con by assembling the ultimate Padres Avengers team, matching current Padres players to iconic Marvel heroes based on leadership, power, athleticism, toughness, and more. Which Padre is Captain America? Who embodies Iron Man, Thor, Spider-Man, and the Hulk? It's a fun Fan Friday crossover between…
As the MLB Trade Deadline approaches, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell debate whether the San Diego Padres should buy, sell, or find a way to do both. Heath makes the case for maximizing Mason Miller's trade value, while Alex explores more conservative additions that could strengthen the roster, preserve the core, and fuel a postseason push. Plus, the guys react to a report about…
On this Fan Friday edition of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell attempt to settle one of the biggest debates for baseball fans: which Padres jerseys are worth buying—and which ones should stay in the drawer. From blank jerseys and Padres legends to current stars, memorable moments, custom nameplates, and game-used memorabilia, Alex shares his six…
The 2026 MLB All-Star Game featured plenty of Padres storylines, and Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down all the highlights. From Mason Miller overpowering his lone batter with four straight 100+ mph pitches to former Padres Dylan Cease, Nick Martinez, Juan Soto, and Luis Arraez taking the national stage, the duo recaps the Midsummer Classic while also checking in on top Padres prospects Ethan…
