Bleav in San Diego Baseball
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!
Episodes
Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell dive headfirst into the chaos of October. From the Cubs’ Michael Busch and his hot streak to Philly’s Orion Kirkering and his heartbreaking miscue, the guys break down every twist of the NLDS and ALDS.
They also react to Nike and Fanatics’ list of the top 20 MLB jerseys sold this year — and yes, both Fernando Tatis Jr. and Manny Machado made the cu...
On today’s episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak — the Voice of Petco Park — and three-time All-Star Heath Bell return to the mic to process the Padres’ early postseason exit and dive headfirst into October baseball.
The show opens with some humor and honesty as Alex and Heath compare their “stages of grief” following San Diego’s playoff elimination, before shifting gears to break down the Division Series matchups acr...
On this week’s Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell react to the Padres’ early playoff exit at Wrigley Field. With raw emotion and candid reflection, they break down what went wrong against the Cubs, from the struggles of the team’s biggest bats to the impact of losing Laureano’s hot bat at the worst possible time.
The duo give credit to the pitching staff and defense for keeping the series cl...
Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star (and birthday boy) Heath Bell kick off the postseason with plenty of energy — and a few laughs about Heath’s family’s famous birthday hat. The guys celebrate a record-setting year at Petco Park, spotlight standout performances from Tatis, Bogaerts, Machado, Sheets, Pivetta, and more, and reflect on what makes this era of Padres baseball so special.
They dive into the Wild Card showdown at Wrigley...
In this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, the Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell relive a thrilling night as the Padres officially clinch their spot in the 2025 Postseason. From Nick Pivetta’s gutsy outing to clutch moments by José Iglesias and Luis Arraez on his bobblehead night, Alex takes listeners inside the atmosphere of a sold-out, playoff-clinching celebration.
The guys also reveal the w...
Alex Miniak and Heath Bell are back at Petco Park after a fun stretch that saw the Padres take three of four from the Rockies. They break down Dylan Cease’s 200th strikeout, Fernando Tatis Jr.’s 30th stolen base, and a seven-homer surge led by Jackson Merrill and Manny Machado.
Padres Radio Network host Sam Levitt (@sammylevitt on TikTok) joins the show to share his journey from the minors to the big leagues, how he built a massive...
On today's show, the Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and 3x MLB All-Star Heath Bell cover it all: milestones, memories, and matchups. They celebrate Luis Arraez’s 1,000th career hit and break down why his “old school” contact-hitting style is still elite in today’s game. They also spotlight Mason Miller’s immaculate inning — just the second in Padres history — and trade stories of pitching feats they’ve witnessed (or been part of).
...Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell open by recapping San Diego’s successful road trip to Colorado, spotlighting how the starting rotation—Pivetta, Vásquez, Cease, and Darvish—seems to be finding its rhythm again. With the Padres just a game back in the NL West and firmly in the Wild Card mix, they debate the importance of home-field advantage in October and what it will take for...
On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell talk about the Savannah Bananas as Banana Ball comes to Petco Park! Heath shares what it was like suiting up with the Bananas — including his famous slide into the mound — and the guys break down the wild rules that make the game so entertaining, from fans catching foul balls for outs to the showdown tiebreaker.
Of course, no Bananas chat...
The Voice of Petco Park, Alex Miniak, and three-time All-Star Heath Bell dive into a jam-packed episode. Fresh off a rough road trip, the guys dig into why the Padres shine at home but stumble away from Petco Park. Heath explains the grind of road routines, short rest, and bullpen-heavy games that wear down a staff.
The conversation shifts to the newly released 2026 Padres schedule — the earliest Opening Day in MLB history (March 2...
On this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and 3-time All-Star Heath Bell go big-picture with a conversation on MLB expansion and realignment. With Commissioner Rob Manfred hinting at the league’s future, the guys debate which cities deserve a franchise and sketch out how new divisions could look if baseball expands to 32 teams.
It’s also Labor Day weekend — AKA tailgate season. Heath shares his go-to grill setup, ...
Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down a wild weekend at Petco Park, where the Padres took two of three from the Dodgers in front of packed houses. From Yu Darvish’s vintage performance to Nestor Cortes carving up the lineup, and Ramón Laureano’s grand slam-saver on Sunday, the guys go game-by-game on what it all means for the NL West race.
Paws up — it’s National Dog Day! Alex introduces his boy Milo while Heath...
The Padres are right in the thick of the NL West race, and Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break it all down on this week’s Bleav in San Diego Baseball. After dropping the opener to the Giants, San Diego bounced back with three straight wins at Petco Park, fueled by big bats from Ryan O’Hearn and Gavin Sheets, plus a highlight-reel robbery from Fernando Tatis Jr.
On this episode, host Alex Miniak and the three-time All-Star Heath Bell trade stories from the mound at Dodger Stadium and Oracle Park — from regrettable Dodger Dogs to ice-cold nights in San Francisco. Heath also reveals the best (and worst) clubhouse amenities in the West.
Heath breaks down what makes the Dodgers beatable, why the Padres-Dodgers rivalry has overtaken the old Giants feud, and how the upcoming back-to-back series ...
The Voice of Petco Park, Alex Miniak, and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down a jam-packed weekend where the Padres took two of three from the red-hot Red Sox in an August series that felt more like October. They dig into Saturday night’s hidden ball trick drama, Dylan Cease’s dominant Sunday, and why Red Sox manager Alex Cora calls the Padres bullpen “the best in the big leagues.”
Alex also shares a personal highlight — cele...
In this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, hosts Alex Miniak and Heath Bell preview the Padres’ pivotal home series against the Boston Red Sox, two teams locked in similar playoff races, before diving into Fenway Park nostalgia.
Heath recalls the surreal experience of watching a game at Fenway one day and pitching on its mound the next—striking out legends like Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz. Alex shares a heartfelt personal st...
Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down a big week for the Padres, who went 5-1 at home and added six new big-league roster players at the trade deadline. Special guest Annie Heilbrunn from the San Diego Union-Tribune joins to share insight on the new guys — including Mason Miller and Ramón Laureano — and how they’re fitting in on and off the field. Alex and Heath talk about the impact these moves could have on the core stars like Ta...
The second half of the MLB season is underway, and the San Diego Padres are making waves! Hosts Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down key performances from players like Fernando Tatis Jr., Manny Machado, and a surging bottom-of-the-order. They preview the upcoming home series against the Cardinals, and reflect on Hall of Fame weekend — complete with a few laughs from Ichiro’s legendary speech.
Plus, it's time to talk lids. The host...
In this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, hosts Alex Miniak and Heath Bell discuss Heath's recent concert experience (shhh!), the buzz around town surrounding Comic-Con, Alex's experience dressing up at Comic-Con (and getting paid for it!), and the culture of collectibles like bats, bucket hats, bobbleheads and more. They also preview the upcoming Padres-Cardinals series and the challenges posed by the heat in St. Louis.
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In this episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, hosts Alex Miniak and 3x All-Star Heath Bell break down the Padres' explosive weekend in Washington and dive into Manny Machado’s historic milestones — including his 2,000th hit and 350th home run. Does he have a strong enough case for the Baseball Hall of Fame if the vote happened today?
Plus, it’s San Diego Comic-Con week! Heath, a die-hard Star Wars fan, takes on our Comic-Con triv...
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