Bleav in San Diego Baseball

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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 freshest gear in the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village, Barrio Logan, and beyond. Follow now on Apple Podcasts for the most authentic and entertaining Padres podcast experience. Also available on Spotify and your favorite podcast app — and Bleav in San Diego Baseball with us!

  1. 2 days ago

    Fan Friday: Big Apple Bagels and Mets Baseball

    It's Fan Friday on Bleav in San Diego Baseball as Alex Miniak and the 3x All-Star Heath Bell celebrate the arrival of the New York Mets to Petco Park by diving into one of the Big Apple's most iconic foods: the bagel. Alex visits Marigold Bagels in North Park to experience that authentic New York taste and texture close to home as the guys share hilarious memories from Heath’s playing days at Shea Stadium. 00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday! 01:18 - The Mets are in Town... How 'bout a New York Bagel! 02:10 - Does New York City Water Make the Difference? 03:32 - Ballpark Bites: Marigold Bagels in North Park 04:23 - Alex Goes for the Onion Bagel with the Plain Schmear 06:12 - The Taste Test... 08:06 - Heath Bell in the Big Apple 10:31 - Never Underestimate the Bagel Sandwich 11:53 - Looking Ahead: Future Episodes and Guests Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    13 min

  2. 4 days ago

    Are Hitting Coaches Really to Blame? / Free the Bat Dogs!

    Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and Heath Bell dive into one of baseball’s hottest debates: do great hitters actually make great hitting coaches? The guys break down unfair criticism surrounding Steven Souza Jr. and the struggling San Diego Padres offense, while exploring the impact of analytics, player psychology, clubhouse culture, and modern hitting philosophy in today’s MLB. They also discuss why legendary hitters like Barry Bonds don't necessarily translate into elite coaching success. Later, the conversation shifts to one of the wildest stories in minor league baseball: the suspension of the Tulsa Drillers bat dog after a freak on-field collision injured top Los Angeles Dodgers prospect Kendall George. Alex and Heath share hilarious and heartfelt memories from their own minor league days while debating whether fun promotions like bat dogs still belong in the game. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:09 - Alex Receives a Steven Souza Jr. Meme that Angers Him 03:37 - What Do Hitting Coaches Do? 04:24 - It's Beyond a Single Coach... 04:54 - Is There Such a Thing as "Too Much Data"? 06:00 - Should We Just Get Players' Eyes Checked Instead? 08:17 - What About Mental Health? 09:00 - Barry Bonds Wasn't a Great Hitting Coach Either... 10:41 - Heath Bell Says Bring Back the FUN! 11:59 - Bat Dogs in the Minor Leagues 13:21 - A Dodgers Prospect Goes Down in Tulsa 14:47 - Heath Bell Just Thinks Guys are SOFT! 16:44 - The Evolution of Youth Sports and Specialization 18:44 - The Minor League Bat Dog Solution Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    22 min

  3. 29 May

    Fan Friday: Baseball Nickname or Top Gun Call Sign?

    Alex Miniak and Heath Bell celebrate Fan Friday on Bleav in San Diego Baseball with a summer movie-inspired game of “Baseball Nickname or Top Gun Call Sign,” testing Heath’s knowledge of legendary baseball nicknames and iconic Top Gun call signs. Along the way, the guys uncover just how many former Padres had unforgettable nicknames of their own, leading to plenty of laughs and nostalgia. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday! 01:18 - Baseball Nickname or Top Gun Call Sign? 02:07 - Rules of the Game 02:52 - Play Ball! 06:54 - Reflecting on Goose 10:22 - Is Sandman Real?? 12:14 - Heath Bell's Final Score is... Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    15 min

  4. 27 May

    Measuring Up to the Dodgers / Tarps Off at Petco Park!

    Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down the Padres’ tightly contested series against the rival Los Angeles Dodgers and debate just how close San Diego is to matching up with the NL West powerhouse. The guys revisit Alex’s rapid-fire Dodgers lineup introductions at Petco Park, discuss the razor-thin moments that decided each game in the series, and dive into whether Shohei Ohtani’s unique two-way player rule creates a competitive advantage for LA. Later, the conversation shifts to one of baseball’s newest fan crazes: “Tarps Off.” Alex and Heath react to the shirt-spinning rally phenomenon that has spread from college football stadiums to MLB ballparks, including a breakout moment at Petco Park during the Padres’ series against the Athletics. Keep that shirt on Heath! Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:16 - How Did the Padres Measure Up to the Dodgers? 02:10 - Alex Miniak Introduces Dodgers Lineups FAST 04:54 - The Dodgers-Padres Series Were Games of Inches 07:53 - The Ohtani Rule: Is it an Unfair Advantage? 11:14 - Why Aren't There More Two-Way Players? 14:29 - "Tarps Off" Hits San Diego! 18:23 - Looking Ahead to Fan Friday Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min

  5. 22 May

    Fan Friday: The Force is Strong With Heath Bell

    On this Fan Friday episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and Heath Bell celebrate Star Wars Weekend at Petco Park against the Athletics with a hilarious Star Wars trivia showdown centered around the original trilogy. Heath’s knowledge is tested on everything from Princess Leia and Yoda to Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon. Do or do not. There is no try! Chapters: 00:00 - Star Wars Weekend Excitement at Petco Park 01:33 - Mason Miller is One With the Force 02:06 - Star Wars Trivia Challenge 10:52 - Heath Bell's Upcoming Star Wars Summer Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    12 min

  6. 20 May

    Gavin Sheets Stays Hot / Alex Drops the Ball

    On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down the breakout season of Padres slugger Gavin Sheets. From clutch late-inning home runs to his growing role as a fan favorite in San Diego, the guys dive into why “Holy Sheets” has become one of the most important contributors on the Padres roster. They also discuss his incredible National League Player of the Week performance, and how a fresh start with in San Diego may have unlocked the best version of his game. Later, Alex shares the hilarious (and painful) story of nearly snagging a Jackson Merrill foul ball inside the Petco Park production room — only to come up just short in a moment that instantly became scoreboard material. Heath offers up coaching advice, reaction drills, and plenty of laughs as the two swap stories about baseball instincts and handling the pressure. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:16 - Heath is Back from Range Rider Duty 02:43 - Gavin Sheets: The Definition of Clutch 04:39 - Is Gavin Sheets the New Fan Favorite? 07:28 - The Impact of a Change of Scene 09:15 - Sound Advice from Coach Bell 10:25 - Alex Miniak's Foul Ball Fiasco 12:20 - Heads Up!! Jackson Merrill Coming in Hot! 14:13 - Alex Feels Shame... Not Once, But Twice! 16:18 - Coach Heath Bell Bringing the Rocky Training 19:44 - Looking Ahead: Fan Friday and Star Wars Weekend Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    21 min

  7. 15 May

    Fan Friday: The Heath Bell Card That Wasn’t Heath Bell

    On the first-ever “Fan Friday” episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and Heath Bell dive into a hilarious edition of “Junk Wax Gems” centered around one of the strangest baseball cards you’ll ever see — a signed Heath Bell card featuring the photo of former Padres pitcher Justin Hampson instead. The guys break down the story behind the bizarre Topps error card and debate its collector value (or lack thereof) in a fun, nostalgia-filled episode for baseball fans and card collectors alike. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Our First Fan Friday Episode! 01:53 - Heath Bell Joining Us From Montana... 03:19 - Junk Wax Gem: Heath Bell 2009 Topps 206 Autograph 04:04 - ...But That's Not Heath! 04:28 - The Card is Really Padres Reliever Justin Hampson 06:36 - Did Heath See the Card Before He Signed It? 07:33 - Now... What's the Heath Bell Error Card Worth? Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    11 min

  8. 13 May

    Tatis’ Power Outage / Braves Legends Remembered

    Alex Miniak and 3x All-Star Heath Bell dive into the Padres’ offensive struggles despite the team’s winning record, with a focus on Fernando Tatis Jr. and his surprising power outage. The guys discuss whether swing mechanics, lineup construction, or simple bad luck are behind the slow start, while also highlighting the depth pieces helping keep San Diego afloat. The episode also pays tribute to Braves legends Bobby Cox and Ted Turner following their passing last week, reflecting on Atlanta’s dominance in the 1990s and Turner’s impact on baseball broadcasting. Not many teams could get through those Braves clubs — but the 1998 Padres did. Heath shares stories from his playing days as a rival Mets pitcher, while Alex reflects on growing up a Mets fan during Atlanta’s dynasty years. Chapters: 00:00 - Is Heath Bell in Witness Protection?; 02:24 - Where Has Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Power Been?; 06:25 - Do We Like Jackson Merrill at the Top of the Order?; 07:27 - Heath's Padres Lineup As it Stands; 10:48 - Remembering Braves Manager Bobby Cox; 11:56 - Bobby's Ultimate Compliment to Heath Bell; 13:01 - Ted Turner's Impact on How We Now Watch Baseball; 16:38 - The '98 Padres and Trying To Watch West Coast Baseball in the East; 17:54 - Parting Shots... and Our New Fan Fridays! Bleav in San Diego Baseball is a HAIL! Sports production. Stay in the game! Follow Alex Miniak on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Heath Bell on Instagram, TikTok, and X. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    20 min
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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 freshest gear in the Gaslamp Quarter, East Village, Barrio Logan, and beyond. Follow now on Apple Podcasts for the most authentic and entertaining Padres podcast experience. Also available on Spotify and your favorite podcast app — and Bleav in San Diego Baseball with us!

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  • Creator
    Bleav, Bleav
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    110
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bleav Podcast Network
  • Show Website
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