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!

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