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.

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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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The San Diego Padres made a splash at the MLB Trade Deadline, and Alex Miniak, Heath Bell, and San Diego Union-Tribune's Annie Heilbrunn (@sharon_annette) break down what Robbie Ray and Casey Mize bring to the rotation, why GM A.J. Preller prioritized pitching, and what the latest updates on Nick Pivetta's rehab could mean for the Padres' postseason hopes.

Plus, Alex takes listeners behind the scenes at Petco Park with a firsthand story of a last-second starting lineup change that forced him to announce the Giants' lineup live with virtually no notice. It's a unique look at the pressure, preparation, and split-second decisions that go into every game presentation.

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It's Fan Friday on Bleav in San Diego Baseball! Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell take a trip through Padres history to revisit Nate Colbert's legendary five-home run day, this week in 1972. The guys discuss one of the rarest feats in Major League Baseball history, Colbert's lasting impact on the Padres franchise, and why San Diego's first true superstar deserves to be remembered alongside the club's all-time greats.

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Today on Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell break down the Padres' new "pitching chaos" strategy as the club looks to overcome its starting pitching shortage. The duo discusses whether a swingman-heavy approach can keep San Diego in the playoff race, Heath explains the challenges pitchers face without defined roles, and they debate whether adding offense—not another starter—is the key to a postseason push.

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The Voice of Petco Park Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell celebrate San Diego Comic-Con by assembling the ultimate Padres Avengers team, matching current Padres players to iconic Marvel heroes based on leadership, power, athleticism, toughness, and more. Which Padre is Captain America? Who embodies Iron Man, Thor, Spider-Man, and the Hulk? It's a fun Fan Friday crossover between Padres baseball and Comic-Con that Marvel and baseball fans alike won't want to miss!

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00:00 - Fan Friday: Comic-Con Excitement in San Diego

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As the MLB Trade Deadline approaches, Alex Miniak and three-time MLB All-Star Heath Bell debate whether the San Diego Padres should buy, sell, or find a way to do both. Heath makes the case for maximizing Mason Miller's trade value, while Alex explores more conservative additions that could strengthen the roster, preserve the core, and fuel a postseason push.

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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 attempt to settle one of the biggest debates for baseball fans: which Padres jerseys are worth buying—and which ones should stay in the drawer. From blank jerseys and Padres legends to current stars, memorable moments, custom nameplates, and game-used memorabilia, Alex shares his six jersey-buying rules while Heath offers plenty of opinions (and pushback!) along the way.

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The 2026 MLB All-Star Game featured plenty of Padres storylines, and Alex Miniak and Heath Bell break down all the highlights. From Mason Miller overpowering his lone batter with four straight 100+ mph pitches to former Padres Dylan Cease, Nick Martinez, Juan Soto, and Luis Arraez taking the national stage, the duo recaps the Midsummer Classic while also checking in on top Padres prospects Ethan Salas and Kash Mayfield from the MLB Futures Game.

Then, Heath relives one of the most unforgettable moments in MLB All-Star Game history: his iconic sprint and slide onto the mound during the 2011 All-Star Game in Arizona. Hear the fun, behind-the-scenes story of how the moment came together, why Bruce Bochy had no idea it was coming, and how Heath unexpectedly became known throughout baseball as "the slide guy."

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