Bleav in San Diego Baseball

It's Fan Friday and the Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell build the ultimate San Diego Padres all-time All-Star team, going position by position through franchise history. From Tony Gwynn and Trevor Hoffman to Manny Machado, Fernando Tatis Jr. and a few surprising selections, Alex and Heath revisit the Padres legends and fan favorites who earned their place on...

The San Diego Padres are stuck in a midseason slump, and Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell break down what’s gone wrong and how the team can turn things around. From a brutal road losing streak and mounting injuries to the mental challenges of escaping a prolonged skid, Heath shares a former player’s perspective on staying positive and finding a way back to winning baseball. Plus,...

The San Diego Padres dropped two of three to the Los Angeles Dodgers at Petco Park, and the series reinforced (again) just how slim the margin for error is against the division's best. Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell break it down game by game, discussing Walker Buehler's impressive outing against his former mates, Ty France's red-hot bat, Randy Vásquez's costly inning, Michael...

Remember these Friars? Alex Miniak and Heath Bell take a fun "Where Are They Now?" tour through the Mexican League, catching up on former Padres now playing south of the border, including Daniel "Slam-a-rena" Camarena, Christian Villanueva, "Little Ninja" Alexi Amarista, Yangervis Solarte, Dinelson Lamet, and more, while exploring why Mexico has become a popular stop...

The Padres may have found an unexpected spark plug in outfielder Samad Taylor. Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down Taylor's remarkable rise from journeyman to the top of the San Diego Padres lineup, discussing his hitting streak, elite speed, defensive impact, and why his energy has become a catalyst for a team searching for consistency. Later, it's the pilot episode of "Heath Bell, P.I. (Pitchi...

For this Fan Friday edition of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , the Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and 3-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell are joined once again by former Padres pitcher and Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer Aaron Harang ( @aaronharang39 ) for a special NASCAR Weekend Number Challenge. With NASCAR hitting the pavement at Naval Base Coronado this weekend, Heath and Aaron go head-to-head matchi...

Fresh off his induction into the Cincinnati Reds Hall of Fame, former Padres and Reds pitcher Aaron Harang ( @aaronharang39 ) joins Alex Miniak and Heath Bell on Bleav in San Diego Baseball . Harang reflects on his journey from Patrick Henry High School and San Diego State to the Major Leagues, including the surprising story of getting cut as a high school freshman before developing into one of th...

Today on Fan Friday, Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and 3-time All-Star Heath Bell welcome Baltimore Orioles PA announcer Adrienne Roberson ( @adrienne_onmic ) for a virtual tour of iconic Oriole Park at Camden Yards. From Eutaw Street and the Bird Bath Splash Zone to the famous Orioles anthem tradition, a spectacular new video board, Crab Smash Tacos, and Old Bay favorites, Adrienne shares every...

Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball , Alex Miniak and 3x All-Star Heath Bell break down the dominance of Mason Miller , his electric arsenal, and his back-to-back (...to back?) National League Reliever of the Month honors for the San Diego Padres . The guys also discuss whether Fernando Tatis Jr. deserves another All-Star nod despite the Padres’ ongoing offensive struggles as a team. Later, Alex...

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 She...

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....

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...

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 pla...

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...

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 We...

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 collect...

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 Br...

On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , hosts Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell welcome University of San Diego Baseball head coach Brock Ungricht to the show. Ungricht discusses the rapid evolution of college baseball, the growing importance of player development, and how programs like USD prepare athletes not only for professional careers but for life beyond the game. T...

On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , hosts Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell catch up on a busy stretch a rapidly evolving Padres roster. Alex shares stories from a whirlwind travel schedule during Monster Jam events across the country — including a blizzard in Pennsylvania! The conversation turns to San Diego’s newest pitching reinforcements, including Walker Buehler,...

On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell kick things off with a celebration as Heath reflects on being inducted into the Tustin High School Hall of Fame alongside former big leaguers Mark Grace and Shawn Green. Heath shares stories of returning to the field where it all began — from memories on the mound to the teammates and mentors who shaped...

On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , Alex Miniak and Heath Bell are fresh off Padres FanFest. Alex shares scenes from a sun-soaked day at the ballpark, where players, alumni, and fans reconnected as the new season starts to come into focus. From clubhouse gear being packed for spring training to can’t-miss garage sale finds — including Alex’s latest piece of Petco Park history — the gu...

In this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball , Alex Miniak shares his personal journey from minor league announcer in New Hampshire to becoming the Voice of Petco Park. He recounts the intense multi-step audition process in 2014, which included multiple trips to San Diego, national TV exposure, and a high-pressure gauntlet that ultimately led to a dream job. 3x All-Star and co-host Heath Bell jo...

Three-time All-Star Heath Bell is fresh off Padres Fantasy Camp as he and Alex Miniak tackle recent speculation surrounding Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob and the Padres. Alex breaks down why relocation rumors don’t hold up under even basic scrutiny, with both hosts agreeing the current chatter is largely clickbait. They point to MLB’s continued commitment to San Diego through marquee event...

This episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball features Alex Miniak holding down the mic while Heath Bell checks in from Padres Fantasy Camp in Peoria, Arizona. Alex opens with a quick breakdown of the Padres’ newly finalized arbitration deals and what they reveal about payroll flexibility and remaining roster needs. From there, the show shifts to the lighter, family-driven side of the game, spotligh...

The bags are packed for Arizona! Alex Miniak catches up with co-host Heath Bell as the 3x MLB All-Star heads off to Padres Fantasy Camp, breaking down what makes the annual trek so special. Beyond the love of baseball, it’s about reconnecting with familiar faces, welcoming new campers, and building genuine friendships that last long after the week in Peoria wraps up. Alex then shifts gears to life...