The World Series is living up to the hype — and then some. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell are back to break down the Dodgers–Blue Jays showdown — including an 18-inning marathon that tied a World Series record — all by the numbers.

The conversation shifts to San Diego, where the Padres’ managerial search is heating up. Albert Pujols, Nick Hundley, and Ruben Niebla headline a final round of candidates, and Alex and Heath weigh in on who they think fits best. Could the Padres go bold with Pujols, stick with continuity in Niebla, or trust the leadership pedigree of Hundley? Heath even makes the case for why pitchers can make great managers in today’s game.

Then, the show debuts a new offseason segment — Padres Junk Wax Gems — as Alex digs into his box of vintage Padres cards, pulling an ’89 Donruss Garry Templeton for the inaugural pick. From nostalgia to burrito talk, this episode has everything that makes Bleav in San Diego Baseball a must-listen.

Chapters:

00:00 - Breeders' Cup in San Diego: Look the Part! 02:30 - World Series Game 3: By the Numbers; 05:26 - World Series Game 4: Blue Jays Battle Back; 07:57 - Should the Ghost Runner Be Used in the Postseason?; 09:56 - Game 5: Blake Snell Shelled... Again.; 11:57 - Looking Ahead to Games 6... and 7?; 18:42 - Introducing... Padres Junk Wax Gems!; 22:38 - Alex's New Favorite Burrito

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Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell dive into the World Series matchup between the Dodgers and Blue Jays, breaking down Games 1 and 2 of what’s shaping up to be the seven-game battle they predicted. From Addison Barger’s pinch-hit grand slam — the first in World Series history — to Yamamoto’s complete game gem, the guys celebrate great baseball on both sides and share a few laughs about the “Curse of the Colonel” after spotting a mysterious Colonel Sanders behind home plate in Toronto.

The episode takes a more personal turn as they salute Martin Maldonado’s retirement after 15 MLB seasons. Heath opens up about what it’s really like to walk away from the game after playing your whole life — the emotional transition, finding purpose afterward, and why many players struggle with that change.

Back in San Diego, Alex and Heath celebrate Padres postseason award nominees — Fernando Tatis Jr. (Gold Glove), Manny Machado (Silver Slugger), and Jake Cronenworth (Silver Slugger utility) — with Alex raising a Harland “Crone Zone” Lager in Jake’s honor. Heath caps it off by showing off his Rolaids Relief Man Awards, the final two ever given, proving once again he’ll always have a place in baseball history.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome Back to Bleav in San Diego Baseball!; 01:04 - World Series Game 1: Blue Jays Bats Come Alive; 03:10 - World Series Game 2: Pitching Showdown; 06:04 - The Curse of Colonel Sanders??; 09:01 - Padres Catcher Martin Maldonado Retires; 10:09 - The Tough Transition for Player to Retirement; 15:21 - Where Could Players Get a Final Hurrah?; 17:57 - Padres Gold Glove and Silver Slugger Nominees; 19:16 - Will Alex Shotgun a Crone Zone Lager to Celebrate?; 20:46 - Heath Has Hardware Too!

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The World Series is set — Dodgers vs. Blue Jays — and Alex and Heath break it all down. Thanks to George Springer’s clutch gene, they revisit a wild ALCS Game 7 that sent Toronto back to the Fall Classic for the first time since 1993.

Then, the guys dive into the Giants’ surprise managerial hire: Tennessee’s Tony Vitello. Can a college coach make the jump straight to the big leagues? Heath explains why the move could reset the way MLB teams think about leadership — and why trust matters more than résumés.

And in true Bleav in San Diego Baseball fashion, the conversation takes a turn toward game-day food — featuring Heath’s vintage popcorn machine, chicken wings, and the eternal debate: dry rub, sauced, or… naked?

Finally, Alex and Heath make their World Series predictions — one rolling with Toronto in seven, the other leaning Dodgers by a hair. Either way, they agree: this could be one of the best Classics of the century.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to Bleav in... Toronto Baseball?; 01:47 - Recap of ALCS Game 7: Mariners at Blue Jays; 04:18 - Giants Hire Tony Vitello: Can a College Coach Make the Leap to the Bigs?; 07:14 - But College is Closer to the Upper Minors Now...; 08:33 - Vitello Already Familiar With Some in the Giants System; 11:24 - Are the Giants Zigging While Everyone Else is Zagging?; 14:12 - Heath's Snack Show; 16:11 - World Series Predictions and Analysis;

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Shohei Ohtani just authored one of the greatest games in baseball history — three home runs, ten strikeouts, and a stat line that defied logic — and Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down every jaw-dropping detail. Comparing him to Babe Ruth, Bob Gibson, and Bo Jackson, the guys explore how Ohtani is redefining what’s possible on a baseball field.

Back in San Diego, the conversation shifts to the Padres’ managerial search, with surprising developments around Albert Pujols and Nick Hundley. Heath offers a player’s perspective on why some candidates might stay put, while Alex shares why he’s heading back to Petco Park this week — not to announce, but to help produce The Links at Petco Park, where the outfield transforms into a golf course. The guys share laughs and remind fans that even in the offseason, there’s still plenty happening in San Diego baseball.

Chapters:

00:00 - The Dodgers in the World Series... again; 02:02 - NLCS Game 4: Shohei Ohtani's Historic Performance; 11:46 - Who Do We Compare Ohtani To?; 13:51 - Are Specialized Positions Ruining Baseball?; 15:49 - Managerial Updates from Across the League; 19:20 - Happenings at Petco Park: The Links and Bananas!;

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In today's Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down all the drama from both League Championship Series — from bizarre double plays to dominant pitching performances.

In the NLCS, the Dodgers and Brewers delivered one of the wildest postseason plays in recent memory — an 8-6-2 double play that had everyone, including the broadcast booth, scratching their heads. Heath explains the rarely seen rule behind it before shifting to Blake Snell’s vintage Cy Young-level outing and Yoshinobu Yamamoto’s complete game response for LA.

The duo also dives into the ALCS between the Blue Jays and Mariners — an all-or-nothing slugfest filled with home runs, road wins, and a vintage Max Scherzer performance that had Heath raving about old-school pitching grit.

Then, the conversation turns personal. Alex asks Heath what it feels like when the season suddenly ends — the locker room silence, the long flight home, and how players process that instant finality. Heath’s answer? Raw, honest, and revealing — a look inside the mindset of a player whose season just ended one game short.

Chapters:

00:00 - Heath Bell is the Man... dalorian. 01:12 - Analyzing the NLCS: Brewers vs. Dodgers 01:44 - An 8-6-2 Double Play?!? 05:07 - Blake Snell and the Yamamoto Show 07:12 - Heath's Highlight: Bell Breaks Down Game 3 of the NLCS 11:00 - ALCS Overview: Blue Jays vs. Mariners 11:12 - To the ALCS we go! Blue Jays and Mariners Games 1-3 12:39 - Heath's Highlight (Part Deux): Bell on Game 4 of the ALCS 14:39 - "Mad Max" Scherzer Back to Form for Toronto 16:02 - The Emotional Toll of Playoff Elimination 20:00 - Life After Elimination: Players' Perspectives 22:50 - Vote for Your Favorite Moment of the 2025 Season at BleavInSD.com! 23:56 - Heath Bell -- Future Padres Manager?

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Yesterday, breaking news hit the Friar Faithful: Mike Shildt retired as Padres manager, citing the toll the game has taken on his mental and physical health. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell react in real time — unpacking the surprise announcement, the human side of stepping away from the grind, and what it means for San Diego’s future.

While some may clamor for a return of Bruce Bochy, outside candidates could also include former MLB managers David Ross or Brandon Hyde. But don’t count out what the Padres already have in-house — with Major League assistants AJ Ellis, Mark Loretta, and Scott Servais, plus potential dugout options like bench coach Brian Esposito and pitching coach Ruben Niebla.

The guys also take time to honor the late Sandy Alomar Sr., reflecting on his impact in San Diego, his legacy across the game, and his personal influence on Heath’s career — before closing out with one of the wildest playoff games in recent memory: a 15-inning ALDS thriller in Seattle that had everyone glued to their screens.

Chapters:

00:00 - BREAKING NEWS: Padres Manager Mike Schildt Retires
05:16 - Mike Schildt's Career Accomplishments
06:28 - Do the Padres Hire Internally for Continuity... or Not?
08:09 - Managerial Names Available Right Now
09:37 - Internal Candidates for Padres Manager
13:03 - Hypothetically Speaking -- Is an Internal Candidate or Outside Hire Better?
15:47 - Schildt Leaves With a Tip of the Cap to the Friar Faithful
16:51 - Remembering Sandy Alomar Sr.: A Baseball Legacy

19:17 - ALDS: Tigers at Mariners Game 5 -- Best Postseason Game in Recent Memory?

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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 cut. Alex and Heath talk about why fans collect jerseys and how, sometimes, it’s about more than just the name on the back.

To top it off, the Savannah Bananas are officially coming back to Petco Park in March 2026, and Heath shares inside stories from Banana Ball’s rise — plus details on the two new teams joining the fold.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome to the Show! Where is Heath?
00:57 - NLDS Update: Brewers down I-94 to Wrigley
02:42 - Phillies Can't Escape LA
06:28 - Blue Jays Head to the Bronx to Finish off the Yanks
07:44 - Mariners' Big Dumper in Detroit
09:49 - Top 20 MLB Jerseys Sold in 2025: Where Do Tatis and Machado Rank?
14:16 - How and Why Do You Collect Jerseys?
20:05 - Savannah Bananas Schedule Release: BACK in San Diego!

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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 across MLB. They touch on everything from Jackson Chourio’s historic start for the Brewers to Blake Snell’s vintage dominance with the Dodgers and Toronto’s offensive outburst against the Yankees.

Then, the duo reflects on the Padres’ 2025 campaign, celebrating the moments that defined it — from a 15–4 start and Manny Machado’s milestone 2,000th hit to Fernando Tatis Jr.’s jaw-dropping home run robberies and Mason Miller’s immaculate inning. The guys close by picking their favorite highlights of the season while throwing support behind a couple of the Postseason’s remaining contenders.

Chapters:

00:00 - Navigating the Stages of Grief in Baseball
01:48 - Postseason Highlights - NLDS: Cubs at Brewers
03:06 - NLDS: Dodgers Take Two in Philly
04:30 - ALDS: Blue Jays Belting the Yankees
05:49 - ALDS: Tigers and Mariners Go Toe-to-Toe
07:06 - Out of Who's Left in the Postseason... Who Are We Rooting For?
10:51 - Reflecting on the 2025 Padres Season: A 15-4 Start
13:21 - Manny Machado's Home Run and Hit Milestones
14:04 - Fernando's Right Field Robberies
15:03 - Mason Miller - The Immaculate Inning
15:55 - Back-to-Back 90 Win Seasons and 4 Postseasons in 6 years
19:51 - Alex and Heath's Favorite Moments from the 2025 Padres
21:58 - Vote for Your Favorite Moment of the Season at BleavInSD.com!

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