In this holiday edition of Bleav in San Diego Baseball, Alex Miniak and Heath Bell reunite after their Florida trips, with Heath recapping his Mets Fantasy Camp experience and a near-miss championship run ultimately undone by “father time.” The mood then shifts as they pay tribute to Padres legend Randy Jones, honoring not only his Cy Young career and status as the franchise’s first true homegrown star, but his lasting impact as a warm, humble community figure whose legacy extended far beyond the mound.

The duo also breaks down the Padres’ reported coaching changes, including the additions of bench coach Randy Knorr and hitting coach Steven Souza Jr., emphasizing how familiarity, trust, and relatability will be vital for first-year manager Craig Stammen as he builds his staff and clubhouse culture.

To close, Alex introduces a Black Friday-themed fan poll inviting listeners to choose one hypothetical free-agent pickup. Heath leans toward Kyle Schwarber’s power, while Alex makes the case for Pete Alonso’s steady production at first base, blending offseason speculation with the show’s signature mix of insight and personality.

Chapters:

00:00 - Welcome Home from Mets Fantasy Camp Heath!;
02:35 - Mourning the Loss of Padres Icon Randy Jones;
07:27 - Reported Coaching Hires by the Padres;
10:14 - How Do You Get New Teammates, Coaches, and Staff to Gel?;
13:26 - Fan Poll at BleavInSD.com: Which Free Agent Would You Buy on Black Friday?

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