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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