Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell celebrate National Video Games Day (9/12) by revisiting the baseball video games they grew up with, from Bases Loaded and RBI Baseball to today’s MLB The Show. Plus, Alex shares his experience as the PA announcer in MLB The Show, Heath reveals what happened when he forgot to warm up his virtual self, and the guys check out ribbie.tv for a retro 8-bit take on live baseball.

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00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday

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Is Luis Campusano the best catcher in baseball right now? Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell break down the San Diego Padres catcher’s remarkable 2026 resurgence, how he stacks up against some of MLB’s best backstops, and what his emergence could mean for top prospect Ethan Salas and the Padres’ future behind the plate.

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00:00 - Introduction to San Diego Baseball

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Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down the San Diego Padres’ frustrating sweep in Tampa Bay, including costly mistakes, bullpen trouble, Luis Rengifo’s season-ending injury, and Samad Taylor’s heartbreaking late-game misplay. Heath shares a former player’s perspective on accountability, bouncing back, and why the Padres can still find their stride heading into the final stretch.

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00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball...

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Players' Weekend brought out the personality and creativity of MLB players, and on this Fan Friday, Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down the coolest Padres gear, best bats, wildest cleats, pop-culture tributes and most creative Players' Weekend designs. Plus, they imagine what Heath would have worn during his playing days and share their own dream baseball gear.

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00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday

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Fernando Tatis Jr. has officially gone from power outage to power surge, earning NL Player of the Week honors after a massive stretch at the plate. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell break down what changed for Tatis, his renewed power, five-tool impact, and what his resurgence could mean for the Padres' postseason hopes.

Then, as new ownership takes the reins, Alex and Heath pay tribute to the Seidler family and their impact on the Padres and San Diego. From Peter Seidler's commitment to building a championship team to changing the culture and identity around Padres baseball, they reflect on what the Seidler era meant to the franchise, Petco Park, and the San Diego community.

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00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball...

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This Fan Friday episode of Bleav in San Diego Baseball is inspired by Erik Mertens, “The Peanut Guy” of the Tri-City Dust Devils, who recently finished his quest to visit all 237 active Minor League ballparks. Alex Miniak and Heath Bell use his incredible baseball journey as a springboard to reminisce about the classic ballpark vendors, voices, characters, and traditions that make baseball games memorable. Churrrrrrrrrooo!

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00:00 - Fan Friday Vibes!

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The Padres may have a decision to make with top prospect Ethan Salas. Alex Miniak and three-time All-Star Heath Bell discuss Salas’ rapid rise to Triple-A El Paso, whether the 20-year-old catcher is ready for the major leagues, and how the Padres could use him in a postseason push.

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00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball...

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It's National Sons and Daughters Day and Alex Miniak and 3x MLB All-Star Heath Bell celebrate by looking at some of baseball’s most memorable father-son duos, including Tony Gwynn and Tony Gwynn Jr., the Alomars, Griffeys, Bonds, Boones, Tatises and Guerreros. Heath also shares personal stories about playing softball with his father and coaching his own son, making this a fun, nostalgic look at the family traditions and memories that make baseball special.

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00:00 - Welcome to Fan Friday!

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Alex Miniak and 3x MLB All-Star Heath Bell hand out Padres superlatives, breaking down Mason Miller's historic pace after earning another NL Reliever of the Month award, Fernando Tatis Jr.'s climb up the franchise home run leaderboard, and why Austin Hays could become an underrated addition to the San Diego Padres' playoff push.

Later, Alex and Heath share one of baseball's most inspiring stories: a retired substitute teacher who paid $22,000 for the chance to call a Phillies radio broadcast—and delivered the performance of a lifetime. It's a reflection on perseverance, chasing dreams, and appreciating the rare opportunity to work and play in Major League Baseball.

00:00 - Coming Up on Bleav in San Diego Baseball...

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On this Fan Friday edition of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell revisit some of the biggest trades in San Diego Padres history, debating which deals changed the franchise forever. From Fernando Tatis Jr. and Juan Soto to Trevor Hoffman, Joe Musgrove, Ken Caminiti, and Steve Finley, they break down the biggest wins, toughest decisions, and lasting impact of each blockbuster while looking ahead to how the Padres' latest trade deadline moves may be judged years from now. It's a trade deadline episode to remember. Literally!

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00:00 - Trade Deadline Week on Fan Friday!

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