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. 20h ago

    Is Padres Prospect Ethan Salas Ready? / Remembering Tommy John

    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 that saved his career. They look back at his remarkable MLB career, the evolution of Tommy John surgery, and Heath shares his perspective on what it takes to trust your arm again after an injury. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:16 - Ethan Salas: The Padres' Rising Prospect 02:36 - Is Ethan Salas Ready? 04:14 - What About Carrying Three Catchers? 05:47 - What Fundamentals Do You Need for the Majors? 07:13 - Salas is the Padres' Future 08:48 - That Postseason Door Rarely Cracks Open... 10:01 - Remembering Tommy John: More Than a Surgery 11:26 - Does John's Career Need More Recognition? 12:41 - Tommy John Surgery is Commonplace Today 13:59 - Heath Bell's Unique Pitching Regimen 14:55 - How Scary is the Rehab Process? 17:42 - Fan Friday Preview 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.

  2. 5d ago

    Fan Friday: Baseball’s Greatest Father-Son Duos

    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 the family traditions and memories that make baseball special. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday! 01:10 - Celebrating National Sons and Daughters Day 01:46 - Starting With the Gwynn Legacy in San Diego 04:23 - Other Padres Connections: The Alous and Alomars 06:02 - How About the Griffeys? Ken and "The Kid" 06:58 - The Bonds and the Boones 08:20 - Heath Bell Didn't Like Facing a Fielder! 08:51 - The Mount Rushmore of Father-Son Duos: Tatis or Guerrero? 09:51 - The Clemens... and the list goes on and on... 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.

  3. Aug 12

    Mason Miller Making (More) History / $22K Buys a Baseball Dream

    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: a retired substitute teacher who paid $22,000 for the chance to call a Phillies radio broadcast—and delivered the performance of a lifetime. It's a reflection on perseverance, chasing dreams, and appreciating the rare opportunity to work and play in Major League Baseball. 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:20 - Where in the World is Heath Bell? 02:53 - Mason Miller Wins NL Reliever of the Month... Again! 04:13 - How Does This Season Compare Historically? 05:37 - Best Closer Entrance: Hoffman or Miller? 06:10 - Fernando Tatis Jr.'s Home Run Milestone 07:27 - Can Tati Pass Manny To Become The Padres' All-Time HR Leader? 08:22 - Austin Hays' Impressive Padres Debut 09:36 - Someone Who Can Hit Lefties? Free? Sure! 10:33 - The Substitute Teacher and the Call of a Lifetime 12:11 - How Grateful Are We to Work and Play in MLB? 13:57 - Lewis Was Good! Real Good! 15:07 - Wrigley Field: Alex's First Major League Opportunity 16:41 - Next on Fan Friday: Father-Son Duos in MLB 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.

  4. Aug 7

    Fan Friday: The Biggest Trades in Padres History

    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 impact of each blockbuster while looking ahead to how the Padres' latest trade deadline moves may be judged years from now. It's a trade deadline episode to remember. Literally! Chapters: 00:00 - Trade Deadline Week on Fan Friday! 01:22 - Most Impactful Trades in Padres History 01:41 - James Shields for... El Niño? (2016) 03:15 - A Whole Lotta Prospects for Juan Soto (2022) 05:31 - Juan Soto Part Deux: A Rotation in Return (2023) 06:39 - No-No Joe Musgrove Comes Home (2021) 07:26 - Gary Sheffield for Trevor Hoffman? In a "Fire Sale?" (1993) 08:35 - Cammy and Finley Arrive From Houston (1994) 09:44 - Lightning Round: Adrian Gonzalez, Fred McGriff, Garry Templeton! 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.

  5. Aug 5

    Padres Reload for October / Alex's Last-Second Lineup Surprise

    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 scenes at Petco Park with a firsthand story of a last-second starting lineup change that forced him to announce the Giants' lineup live with virtually no notice. It's a unique look at the pressure, preparation, and split-second decisions that go into every game presentation. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball... 01:18 - The SDUT's Annie Heilbrunn Joins Us for Trade Deadline Talk 01:57 - The Padres Land Pitcher Robbie Ray from San Francisco 03:39 - ...And Surprise! Casey Mize, Pitcher from Detroit! 06:23 - Injury Updates: Joe Musgrove and Nick Pivetta 08:00 - Rehabbing From a Pitcher's Perspective 09:04 - Where is Lucas Giolito? 10:25 - The Giants Make Roster Moves... In a Matter of Seconds! 13:32 - Did Alex Miss His Sportscenter Moment? 15:26 - Superstitions vs. Routines in Baseball 17:59 - Coming Up on 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.

  6. Jul 31

    Fan Friday: The Day Nate Colbert Hit Five Home Runs

    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 alongside the club's all-time greats. Chapters: 00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday! 01:06 - This Week In Padres History: Nate Colbert's Historic 5 HR Day 03:33 - August 1, 1972: Game 1 vs. Atlanta 05:05 - Game 2... Back for More! 06:30 - Did You Know?: The Nate Colbert-Stan Musial Connection 07:09 - Could Anyone Tie or Break That Record Today? 07:58 - What Was Nate Colbert Like As a Hitting Coach? 09:31 - Never Forget Nate! 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.

  7. Jul 29

    Pitching Chaos in San Diego!! / Baseball's Craziest Injury

    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 offense—not another starter—is the key to a postseason push. Then, the guys react to one of the most bizarre injuries in recent baseball history. Let's just say, "the egg was put back together!" The unbelievable story leads to a conversation about protective gear, clubhouse culture, and the lengths big leaguers will go to stay on the field. Chapters: 00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav In San Diego Baseball... 01:16 - The Padres' Playoff Hopes 02:16 - Pitching Chaos!!!: Could Mason Miller Start a Game?! 04:18 - Is This Strategy Sustainable? 06:28 - What Does Pitching Chaos Do to Pitchers? 09:04 - The 2024 Detroit Tigers Embraced Chaos... and Reached the Postseason 11:18 - This A's Rookie Injured His... What? 12:52 - Has Heath Bell Ever Toughed It Out Like This? 13:56 - The Nutty Buddy? That Can't Be Real... 14:41 - The Unfortunate Social Media Caption 15:07 - What Do Fans Not Realize About Pain? 16:58 - Up Next on 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.

  8. Jul 24

    Fan Friday: Assembling the Padres Avengers for Comic-Con!

    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 Padres baseball and Comic-Con that Marvel and baseball fans alike won't want to miss! Chapters: 00:00 - Fan Friday: Comic-Con Excitement in San Diego 01:46 - Assembling the Padres Avengers! 02:11 - Tatis the Iron Man, Captain America, and Thor 05:36 - Hulk, Hawkeye, and Spider-Man Merrill 08:15 - Vision, Black Panther, Ant-Man, and Fermin as War Machine? 13:12 - Final Thoughts on the Padres Avenger Team 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.

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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
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    130
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Bleav Podcast Network
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