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MLB The Show 25 received a major update on September 12th, and home run fans got Moonshot 2.0! This program features average pitchers and top-tier hitters.

The Rewards Path includes six pitchers and hitters in Moonshot 2.0 Rewards Path, and completing collection quests will earn you three additional 99 OVR hitters.

Moonshot 2.0 Program Rewards

• 1 Point: 64 OVR Moonshot Clayton Kershaw
• 2 Points: 64 OVR Moonshot Felix Bautista
• 4 Points: 64 OVR Moonshot Ubaldo Jiménez
• 6 Points: 64 OVR Moonshot Rob Dibble
• 8 Points: 64 OVR Moonshot Aroldis Chapman
• 10 Points: 64 OVR Moonshot Roger Clemens
• 15 Points: Crescent Moon pack
• 20 Points: 3,000 XP
• 25 Points: Eclipse Choice Pack
• 30 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Luis Aparicio
• 35 Points: Full Moon Choice Pack
• 40 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 50 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Bill Mazeroski
• 60 Points: 3,000 XP
• 70 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Carlos Pena
• 80 Points: 4,000 XP
• 90 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Grady Sizemore
• 100 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 110 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Matt Holliday
• 120 Points: 4,000 XP
• 130 Points: 5,000 XP
• 140 Points: Full Moon 2.0 Choice Pack
• 150 Points: 99 OVR Moonshot Joe Mauer and 15,000 XP

The above rewards primarily include players, card packs, and some XP. While the rewards themselves do not include MLB The Show 25 stubs, you can sell any duplicate players you get from packs to earn them.

How To Complete Moonshot 2.0 Program?

MLB The Show 25 Moonshot 2.0 will end on September 23rd. You’ll need to prepare some common pitchers to complete the mission. You can use the pitchers provided by Moonshot 2.0 Program to save yourself some MLB The Show 25 stubs.

• Complete 6 Moments (30 points - 5 points each)
• Complete the optional Extreme Moments (60 points - 10 points each)

Moonshot Program Tasks:

• Earn 150 PXP using Common Kershaw. (5 points)
• Earn 150 PXP using Common Bautista. (5 points)
• Earn 150 PXP using Common Jimenez. (5 points)
• Earn 150 PXP using Common Dibble. (5 points)
• Earn 150 PXP using Common Chapman. (5 points)
• Earn 150 PXP using Common Clemens. (5 points)
• Using Moonshot Luis Aparicio, hit three home runs. (5 points)
• Using Moonshot Bill Mazeroski, hit three home runs. (5 points)
• Using Moonshot Carlos Pena, hit three home runs. (5 points)
• Using Moonshot Grady Sizemore, hit three home runs. (5 points)
• Using Moonshot Matt Holliday, hit three home runs. (5 points)

Moon Mission Statistics:

• Hit 5 home runs with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Hit 10 home runs with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Hit 15 home runs with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Hit 20 home runs with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Hit 30 home runs with Moonshot Series players (10 points)
• Hit 40 home runs with Moonshot Series players (10 points)
• Earn 1,500 PXP with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Earn 2,500 PXP with Moonshot Series players (5 points)
• Earn 3,500 PXP with Moonshot Series players (10 points)
• Earn 5,000 PXP with Moonshot Series players (10 points)

Optional Moonshot 2.0 Event Missions:

• In Moonshot Hit 5 home runs with any player in Moonshot Event (5 points)
• Hit 10 home runs with any player in Moonshot Event (5 points)
• Hit 20 home runs with any player in Moonshot Event (5 points)
• Hit three home runs with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)
• Hit five home runs with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)
• Hit seven home runs with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)
• Pitch five innings with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)
• Pitch 10 innings with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)
• Pitch 15 innings with Moonshot players in Moonshot 2.0 Event (5 points)

Complete Moonshot Pack The collection missions in this series earn a large amount of points. These cards are primarily from packs and can be traded, so you’ll need a lot of MLB 25 stubs.

50-point mission:

• 99 OVR Moonshot Ryan Braun
• 99 OVR Moonshot Preston Wilson
• 99 OVR Moonshot Barry Larkin
• 99 OVR Moonshot Brian Dozier

100-point mission:

• 99 OVR Moonshot Sammy Sosa
• 99 OVR Moonshot Rickey Henderson
• 99 OVR Moonshot Joe Morgan

Moonshot 2.0 Collection

In addition to cards from the program rewards and packs, there are three more cards that can be obtained by collecting cards from Moonshot series.

99 OVR Moonshot Tim Raines (50 Moonshot Players)

• Contact Right: 110
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 114
• Power Left: 109
• Vision: 109
• Discipline: 108
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 92

Tim Raines played primarily for Montreal Expos (Washington Nationals). He consistently batted above .290, accumulated over 2,600 hits, and stole 808 bases with an astonishingly high success rate, making him considered one of the smartest and most efficient base stealers of all time.

99 OVR Moonshot Ozzie Smith (55 Moonshot Players)

• Contact Right: 115
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 102
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 120
• Discipline: 84
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 98

Ozzie Smith’s career was almost entirely tied to St. Louis Cardinals. His batting statistics weren’t impressive, and due to limited power, he hit very few home runs. However, his playing style was unique: he often relied on a small-ball strategy, using bunts, speed, and team play to create opportunities for his team.

99 OVR Moonshot Hank Aaron (60 Moonshot Players)

• Contact Right: 125
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 109
• Discipline: 101
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 99

Hank Aaron demonstrated exceptional consistency over 23 major league seasons, accumulating 755 home runs, over 3,700 hits, and over 2,200 RBIs. He is one of the most versatile offensive statisticians of all time and is known as Home Run King.

This is a summary of Moonshot 2.0 Program. We recommend completing it before September 23rd to make it easier to complete your Moonshot 2.0 Collection, and 99 OVR Moonshot Hank Aaron, a monster right fielder, is a must-have for any collection.

Although August has ended, August Spotlight series always slows down. On September 5th, the last batch of players in MLB 25 August Spotlight series was finally revealed. Besides the players in Drop 5 Pack, this August Spotlight Drop 5 Program will also reward three 99 OVR players. So how to get these players? What are their stats? Why were they selected?

August Spotlight Drop 5 Program Rewards

• 5 Points: 97 OVR Topps Now Taylor Rashi
• 10 Points: 97 OVR Topps Now Jimmy Crooks
• 15 Points: August Spotlight Drop 1 pack
• 20 Points: 97 OVR Spotlight Jason Alexander
• 25 Points: May Spotlight Drop pack
• 30 Points: 98 OVR Spotlight Kyle Finnegan
• 35 Points: Lightning bat skin
• 40 Points: August Spotlight Drop 2 pack
• 45 Points: 98 OVR Spotlight Jared Triolo
• 50 Points: August Spotlight Drop 3 pack
• 55 Points: 10,000 XP
• 60 Points: 99 OVR Spotlight Noelvi Marte
• 65 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 70 Points: August Spotlight Drop 4 pack
• 75 Points: May Spotlight Drop pack
• 80 Points: 99 OVR Spotlight Mark Vientos
• 85 Points: August Spotlight Drop 5 pack
• 90 Points: 10,000 XP
• 95 Points: August Spotlight pack
• 100 Points: 99 OVR Spotlight Jakob Marsee

These are all the rewards for August Spotlight Drop 5. All players listed above are not tradeable with MLB The Show 25 stubs, but players you receive through packs are not included. Let's take a look at the three 99 OVR players in Drop 5.

99 OVR Spotlight Noelvi Marte, Cincinnati Reds

• Contact Right: 105
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 110
• Power Left: 86
• Vision: 90
• Discipline: 48
• Clutch: 111
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 92

One notable difference between this card and the other two Noelvi Marte cards is that his primary position has changed from third baseman to right fielder, following his permanent move to right field in late July.

In an August game against Angels, Marte hit a single and his 10th home run of the season. He became the only other Reds player since 2013 to achieve seven multi-hit games in 10 days. Marte also had a four-game multi-hit streak starting in mid-August, batting .442.

99 OVR Spotlight Mark Vientos, New York Mets

• Contact Right: 98
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 117
• Power Left: 125
• Vision: 97
• Discipline: 54
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 94

Mark Vientos has been on fire in August, hitting home runs in two consecutive games on August 24th. Against Braves, he hit his third consecutive home run in his at-bat, and three of his five home runs have come in the past seven games.

On August 26th against Phillies, Vientos hit a game-tying RBI double that sparked a three-run and gave Mets a 13-3 victory.

99 OVR Spotlight Jakob Marsee, Miami Marlins

• Contact Right: 118
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 102
• Power Left: 115
• Vision: 92
• Discipline: 96
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 97

As a rookie, Jakob Marsee tied a historical record in August, becoming the first player since legendary star Joe DiMaggio in 1936 to hit 10 doubles, 3 triples, and 4 home runs in his first 24 games. He also won Rookie of the Month award for August 2025.

Jakob Marsee is also featured in August Topps Now card set, graded at 97 OVR and also untradeable with MLB The Show 25 stubs.

How To Get Points?

Moments

Complete seven Moments, and you can get 28 points total (4 points each).

Complete optional Extreme Moments (50 Points)

• Hit four home runs with Kyle Schwarver in All-Star Game.
• Hit nine home runs with Yankees in Hall of Fame without allowing a home run or four runs.

Drop 5 Mission

• Earn 750 PXP with August Drop 5 Topps Now and Spotlight Series players. (10 points)
• Pitch three innings with 97 OVR Topps Now Taylor Rashi. (5 points)
• Hit two home runs with 97 OVR Topps Now Jimmy Crooks. (5 points)
• Pitch three innings with 97 OVR Spotlight Jason Alexander. (5 points)
• Get five strikeouts with 98 OVR Spotlight Jared Triolo. (5 points)
• Strike out five times with 98 OVR Spotlight Kyle Finnegan. (5 points)
• Hit eight home runs with 99 OVR Spotlight Noelvi Marte. (5 points)
• Hit three extra-base hits with 99 OVR Spotlight Mark Vientos. (5 points)

Drop 1-3 missions

• Score 500 PXP using any Topps Now and Spotlight cards. (5 points) (Repeatable)
• Hit the ball 42 times with any player. (12 points)
• Get 33 RBIs with any player. (12 points)
• Strike out 24 times with any pitcher. (12 points)
• Hit 12 home runs with Spotlight Series pitchers. (6 points)
• Stole 11 bases with Spotlight Series players. (8 points)

Optional Collections

15-point Collection Task

• 97 OVR Topps Now Parker Messick
• 97 OVR Topps Now Jonah Tong
• 97 OVR Topps Now Payton Tolle
• 97 OVR Topps Now Jhostynxon Garcia

45-point Collection Task:

• 99 OVR Spotlight Rafael Devers
• 99 OVR Spotlight Gabe Speier
• 99 OVR Spotlight Brenton Doyle
• 99 OVR Spotlight Cade Horton
• 99 OVR Spotlight Jurickson Profar

The players requested in the collection task can be traded using MLB The Show 25 stubs, but a considerable number of stubs are required.

That's all for August Spotlight Drop 5. This event is limited in time, so if you like these stars shining in August, complete the event now!

MLB 25 released a new Inning Program on August 22nd, and this program only lasts for 21 days. If you can complete it within the time limit, you'll not only receive two 99 OVR Bosses but also an untradeable Goose Gossage.

While 99 OVR players are no longer very rare in MLB The Show 25, the cards included this time are incredibly powerful. Let's take a look at what they are.

7th Inning Program Rewards

• 3,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 7,500 XP: 7th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 12,500 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 17,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 22,50 XP: 7th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 27,500 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
• 35,000 XP: Headliners pack
• 42,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 50,000 XP: Headliners pack
• 57,500 XP: 7th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 65,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 72,500 XP: Icon
• 80,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
• 87,500 XP: Headliners pack
• 95,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 105,000 XP: Banner
• 115,000 XP: 99 OVR Awards Goose Gossage (No-Sell)
• 145,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 125,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
• 135,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
• 145,000 XP: Headliners pack
• 155,000 XP: 7th Inning Boss Choice Pack
• 165,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
• 175,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
• 185,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 195,000 XP: Headliners pack
• 205,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
• 222,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
• 235,000 XP: Ballin' is a Habit pack
• 250,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 pack (x2)
• 265,000 XP: 7th Inning Boss Choice Pack
• 280,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
• 195,000 XP: Headliners pack
• 310,000 XP: 2,000 Stubs
• 325,000 XP: Deluxe Choice pack
• 340,000 XP: Signature Series Choice pack

99 OVR Rich Gossage, Awards, Yankees,CP

• Stamina: 40
• H/9: 125
• K/9: 122
• BB/9: 78
• HR/9: 88
• Pitch Clutch: 125
• Control: 82
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

In addition to MLB The Show 25 stubs and card packs, in addition to other rewards, there's also an untradeable starting pitcher, Rich Gossage. He ranks third in CP in MLB 25, a rare bullpen pitcher.

Rich Gossage is a legendary reliever. He reached the peak of his career with New York Yankees, known for his fastball exceeding 100 mph and his dominant play.

Gossage was a nine-time All-Star and helped Yankees win 1978 World Series. He also tallied 310 saves and was inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame in 2008.

How To Make Progress?

Like before, 7th Inning Program requires accumulating XP to progress. Because of its relatively short duration, this time there are 36 rewards, and you need to accumulate 340,000 XP to unlock them all.

There's no quick way to accumulate XP in MLB 25. You can earn XP by playing Real Time Strategy, Diamond Dynasty, and Conquest modes. 7th Inning Program runs from August 22nd to September 12th, 2025. Players interested in this card should take advantage of this opportunity.

You can also redeem unclaimed cards for XP:

• I: 5,000 XP (10,000 Value)
• II: 7,000 XP (14,000 Value)
• III: 10,000 XP (20,000 Value)
• IV: 13,000 XP (26,000 Value)
• V: 15,000 XP (30,000 Value)

7th Inning Bosses

99 OVR Steve Carlton, Milestone, Phillies, SP

• Stamina: 125
• H/9: 111
• K/9: 109
• BB/9: 90
• HR/9: 94
• Pitch Clutch: 118
• Control: 91
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Steve Carlton is one of the greatest starting pitchers in baseball history, known for his sharp slider. He played for Philadelphia Phillies for the majority of his prime, helping them win 1980 World Series.

Carlton won four Cy Young Awards, was a 10-time All-Star, and accumulated 329 wins and 4,136 strikeouts. He was elected to Baseball Hall of Fame with a high vote in 1994, and his number 32 jersey was permanently retired by Philadelphia Phillies.

He was the first pitcher in Major League Baseball history to achieve both 300 wins and 4,000 strikeouts. His 27-win season with the struggling Phillies in 1972 remains legendary.

This card currently ranks second among starting pitchers in MLB 25, making it the undisputed top choice among the three Boss cards.

99 OVR Chase Headley, Finest, Padres, 3B (1B)

• Contact Right: 115
• Contact Left: 102
• Power Right: 105
• Power Left: 116
• Vision: 85
• Discipline: 100
• Clutch: 108
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 99

Chase Headley's career peaked with San Diego Padres, where he won NL RBI title and Silver Slugger Award in 2012.

His card ranks seventh among third basemen and eighth among first basemen. His positional flexibility makes him a valuable asset.

99 OVR David Ortiz, Hall Of Fame, Red Sox, 1B

• Contact Right: 121
• Contact Left: 108
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 105
• Vision: 93
• Discipline: 120
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 98

David Ortiz primarily serves as a designated hitter and first base of Boston Red Sox. He was a 10-time All-Star and 7-time Silver Slugger. He helped Boston Red Sox win three World Series titles in 2004, 2007, and 2013 and was named ALCS MVP in 2004 and World Series MVP in 2013.

He hit 541 home runs in his career, retired in 2017, and will be inducted into Baseball Hall of Fame in 2022.

This card ranks 11th among first basemen in MLB 25, making it less valuable than Chase Headley. It's also the least valuable of the three bosses, so you can unlock it later on the trade market, which saves some MLB 25 stubs.

That's a general overview of 7th Inning Program. If you want to claim the rewards, you'll need to earn XP now!

MLB's recent player trades have finally concluded, bringing changes to both the major and minor league rosters. For teams, besides focusing on established stars, rookies are also worth keeping an eye on, as future legends may emerge from these ranks.

The final rankings for the 2025 rookie class have just been released. Some have already made their mark in the majors, while others are poised for success in the minors. Let's take a look at how rookies with a 60 FV rating rank in MLB 25.

1. 83 OVR Konnor Griffin, Spring Breakout, SS, Pittsburgh Pirates

Konnor Griffin, the ninth pick in the 2024 draft, initially had some issues with his swing. However, he's shown tremendous talent this year, with explosive hitting (a 169 wRC+ in High A), above-average defense, and 30-home run potential. He's rarely had any trouble hitting the field. He received an 83 OVR card in MLB The Show 25, and his hitting potential seems underappreciated.

2. 83 OVR Kevin McGonigle Pipeline, SS, Detroit Tigers

Kevin McGonigle possesses top-tier hitting skills and an eye for pitch selection. While his performance on the bases and in the field is average, his batting is clearly even better. In 2025, in 27 games at Double-A, he batted .294/1.011 OPS with only 13 strikeouts. He has a high baseball IQ, but his slugging power is still developing. Like Konnor Griffin, he received an 83 OVR card and has strong batting statistics. His performance reflects his value, which has recently increased by approximately 100 MLB The Show 25 stubs.

3. Jesus Made, SS, Milwaukee Brewers (Not In MLB 25)

Jesus Made is a fast-rising prospect who could be a top-three prospect in the league by 2025. As an 18-year-old switch-hitting prospect, he's shown excellent contact, ball selection, and at least plus-level long-hitting potential at Class A. He'll be a key player for Brewers, but MLB 25 hasn't yet charted him.

4. 87 OVR Samuel Basallo Pipeline, C, Baltimore Orioles

Samuel Basallo, the team's top prospect, has already reached the majors and showcased his impressive swing speed. He had an impressive season in Triple-A with 23 home runs and a .966 OPS, and he has impressive left-handed power (40 home run potential). He's a strong defender with a strong arm and currently plays catcher and first base.

His third-place ranking likely stems from his limited development as a catcher. He has an overall grade of 87 on MLB 25, making him the tenth-highest-rated catcher. After his appearance against Astros last weekend, the value of this card has risen to nearly 20,000 MLB The Show 25 stubs.

5. 87 OVR Leo De Vries Spring Breakout, SS, Athletics

Leo De Vries is an athletic switch-shooting shortstop who has excelled since being traded to Athletics. He was promoted to Double-A at just 18 years old, a very young age. Athletics have high hopes for him, but some scouts believe he's a still way off from stardom and he could be a solid infielder.

6. 86 OVR Max Clark Spring Breakout, CF, Detroit Tigers

Max Clark, Tigers' second-highest prospect, has been solid since being promoted to Double-A in 2025 (.852 OPS, 6 stolen bases). However, he recently left the game early because of a wrist injury. If it's a hamate fracture like Kevin McGonigal suffered last season, his season could be over, which would undoubtedly impact his future value.

7. Colt Emerson, SS, Seattle Mariners (Not In MLB 25)

Colt Emerson possesses exceptional physical talent and raw power, making him Rangers' top prospect. In Double-A, facing older opponents, he's hitting .234/.332/.369 with 11 home runs and 24 stolen bases. Some scouts believe he needs to adjust his swing angle to better convert raw power, but this doesn't diminish his top-tier potential.

8. Sebastian Walcott, SS, Texas Rangers (Not In MLB 25)

Although Sebastian Walcott experienced a batting slump in Double-A, he's been hot in August (.322/.414/.559). He recently stole an astonishing 47 bases, showing off his top-tier baserunning speed. This performance could soon earn him a promotion to Triple-A. He received a 93 OVR card in MLB 24, but has yet to appear in MLB 25.

9. 87 OVR Travis Bazzana Pipeline, 2B, Cleveland Guardians

Travis Bazzana was the top pick in the 2024 draft, but his potential is still far from baseball superstardom. He is a good baserunner and a strong defender at second base. His offensive strengths are his patience and ability to pull/push the ball. His bat speed and power are around average, but he should maintain a high on-base percentage and perhaps hit 20 home runs per year.

10. Aidan Miller, SS, Philadelphia Phillies (Not In MLB 25)

Aidan Miller has struggled with his batting this season but has been on fire in August, hitting two home runs and three hits in his recent outing, setting new personal records. He also has tremendous baserunning speed and 47 stolen bases, which could put him on the path to Triple-A soon.

He debuted in MLB 24 and received a 98 OVR card. If he could be in August Spotlight series, his overall rating could have been 99 OVR.

11. 87 OVR Walker Jenkins Pipeline, CF, Minnesota Twins

Walker Jenkins was the fifth overall pick in 2023 draft. Injuries have limited him to just 163 career games, but he's been excellent (.301/.405/.471 with 16 home runs and 34 stolen bases). He has a well-rounded, above-average skill set, but injuries have limited his potential.

12. 97 OVR Josue De Paula Spotlight, LF, Los Angeles Dodgers

Josue De Paula has been compared by scouts to Yordan Alvarez (but with better defense and baserunning). He plays solid defense as a left fielder, has a high on-base percentage, and has 25-30 home run potential.

He was named Future Star MVP in July, earning him a spot in July Spotlight series, but this card is not tradeable in MLB 25.

13. 85 OVR Bubba Chandler Pipeline, RHP, Pittsburgh Pirates

Bubba Chandler is a top Pirates pitching prospect, boasting a mid-90s to 100+ mph fastball (with top-end upside) and a quality changeup. In 24 starts at Triple-A, he posted a 4.05 ERA, 121 strikeouts, and 53 walks. However, his control could still improve.

This is the list of players with a 60 FV in MLB The Show 25, who have the potential to be stars next season. If you're looking to make a few stubs by stealing and selling, these players are the ones to invest in.

August is already halfway through, and the second installment of our Spotlight series, spotlighting outstanding MLB players, has arrived. Each August spotlight features cards from both the program and packs. These two August Spotlight events have already provided us with six 99 OVR cards.

Let's take a look at the free players in programs and 99 OVR players as examples to see which MLB 25 players are worth watching this month?

Drop 1

99 OVR Spotlight Aaron Civale (Pack)

• Stamina: 103
• H/9: 112
• K/9: 94
• BB/9: 95
• HR/9: 99
• Pitch Clutch: 120
• Control: 94
• Velocity: 83
• Break: 99

Civale was traded from Milwaukee Brewers to Chicago White Sox in a trade on June 13, 2025, in exchange for infielder Andrew Vaughn. Civale was battering Angels in early August, but struggled against Royals in mid-August.

He doesn't have any quirks in MLB 25, but his pitching stats are excellent. This is a tradable 99 OVR player with a value around 30,000 stubs.

99 OVR Spotlight Anthony Volpe (Program)

• Contact Right: 102
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 105
• Vision: 84
• Discipline: 39
• Clutch: 109
• Bunt: 37
• Drag Bunt: 34
• Durability: 98

Although Volpe played a key role in Game 4 of 2025 World Series, hitting a game-winning grand slam to secure the victory and avoid a sweep. But his performance has been inconsistent, and he had already committed 16 mistakes by mid-August.

99 OVR Spotlight Warming Bernabel (Pack)

• Contact Right: 107
• Contact Left: 113
• Power Right: 100
• Power Left: 103
• Vision: 92
• Discipline: 51
• Clutch: 111
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 92

Warming Bernabel is another player who could be traded for stubs, and he became a team hero this August. On August 18, 2025, against Los Angeles Dodgers, Bernabel hit a walk-off single with two outs in the ninth inning, giving Rockies a 4-3 victory and snapping their 10-game losing streak against Dodgers.

97 OVR Topps Now Liover Peguero (Program)

• Contact Right: 92
• Contact Left: 101
• Power Right: 100
• Power Left: 106
• Vision: 77
• Discipline: 67
• Clutch: 104
• Bunt: 68
• Drag Bunt: 63
• Durability: 93

Although Pirates ultimately lost to Rockies in early August, Liover Peguero hit three home runs in the game, demonstrating his individual prowess.

97 OVR Topps Now Eli White (Program)

• Contact Right: 96
• Contact Left: 90
• Power Right: 103
• Power Left: 100
• Vision: 67
• Discipline: 45
• Clutch: 101
• Bunt: 51
• Drag Bunt: 43
• Durability: 90

White starred in the August 4, 2025, Speedway Classic between Braves and Reds (the first major league regular season game ever held at a NASCAR track). He not only hit the event's first home run (a 411-foot three-run shot), but also blasted his second home run (413 feet) in the seventh inning, a double and four RBIs, to give Braves a 4-2 victory. Due to an injury to Ronald Acuna Jr., White was given the starting job and capitalized, earning him a NASCAR-style trophy in the historic game.

Drop 2

99 OVR Spotlight Abner Uribe (Pack)

• Stamina: 25
• H/9: 125
• K/9: 125
• BB/9: 78
• HR/9: 99
• Pitch Clutch: 125
• Control: 79
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Brewers have recently won 13 straight games, and winning has become as easy as drinking water for them. Their bullpen has been a major contributor to this success. Abner Uribe has allowed very few runs in his appearance so far, allowing only two hits in six innings.

This card ranks sixth among relievers in MLB 25, and its value remains stable at 30,000 MLB The Show 25 stubs.

99 OVR Spotlight Daulton Varsho (Pack)

• Contact Right: 113
• Contact Left: 120
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 90
• Vision: 87
• Discipline: 102
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 97

Varsho has shown impressive power in the 2025 season. He recently hit 13 home runs in 38 games, meaning 40.6% of his hits have resulted in home runs. This rate surpasses even some of the league's top sluggers. However, his season has been plagued by injuries, which have limited his appearances. His batting quality, including his barrel rate (18.5%) and average bat velocity (91 mph), has set career highs.

99 OVR Spotlight Luke Keaschall (Program)

• Contact Right: 120
• Contact Left: 105
• Power Right: 107
• Power Left: 97
• Vision: 100
• Discipline: 100
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

On August 16th, Keaschall had a powerful performance against Detroit Tigers. With a runner on base in the seventh inning, he took advantage of a ground ball by teammate Brooks Lee and ran home to bring the score to 4-6.

97 OVR Topps Now Andrew Kittredge (Program)

• Stamina: 25
• H/9: 106
• K/9: 125
• BB/9: 93
• HR/9: 83
• Pitch Clutch: 102
• Control: 92
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Since signing with Chicago Cubs, Kittredge has been a strong reliever. In seven appearances through August 17, 2025, he has recorded four earned runs and one earned run. His ERA was impacted by one appearance in which he allowed four runs, but he otherwise remained scoreless in all other appearances. He appeared in half of Cubs' games after the trade deadline, striking out 10 batters in six innings. He also appeared at the plate in Cubs' 4-3 victory over Pirates on August 17.

97 OVR Topps Now Jurickson Profar (Program)

• Contact Right: 100
• Contact Left: 107
• Power Right: 90
• Power Left: 115
• Vision: 83
• Discipline: 87
• Clutch: 105
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 93

On August 18, 2025, Profar hit a two-run homer in Braves' game against White Sox. He first hit a two-run homer in the sixth inning and then a three-run homer in the eighth. Although Braves ultimately lost 9-13, Profar's individual hitting performance was outstanding.

These are the players who performed well in August. Some of these players are available for free in August Spotlight program, while others can be acquired through trades for MLB 25 stubs. Which other players do you think will make the cut this month?

In MLB The Show 25, stubs are your most important currency, slipping through your fingers like sand to enjoy the various modes. Have you ever felt overwhelmed by the complexity of MLB The Show 25 marketplace? This virtual trading ground is a gold mine for savvy gamers, but navigating it can be as tricky as hitting a curveball.

The most common use of stubs is trading player cards. However, stubs aren't limited to these items. Many aspects of the game require stubs to unlock items like bats, team logos, and even sounds and animations.

You've undoubtedly seen a variety of items sold by players in the marketplace, each with varying values. If you're planning to earn some MLB 25 stubs by flipping, you need to at least understand the basic value of each item.

Item Value

Although each item has a trade cap, it never reaches that high in actual trading. In-game, there's a Quick Sale with a maximum value. Quick Sale sets a minimum value for your card, and you can manually set a value between the minimum and maximum.

Player Cards

Player cards are divided into different series, with Live series containing the largest number of cards. Live cards have a minimum sale value that's double that of non-Live cards. However, since Live cards currently list at 85 OVR, the following values are based on quality, non-Live card quick sale value, and maximum value:

• Below 65 OVR: Common, 2 stubs, 1,000 stubs
• 65-74 OVR: Bronze, 12 stubs, 1,000 stubs
• 75 OVR: Silver, 25 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• 76 OVR: Silver, 37 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• 77 OVR: Silver, 50 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• 78 OVR: Silver, 62 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• 79 OVR: Silver, 75 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• 80 OVR: Gold, 200 stubs, 25,000 stubs
• 81 OVR: Gold, 300 stubs, 25,000 stubs
• 82 OVR: Gold, 450 stubs, 25,000 stubs
• 83 OVR: Gold, 600 stubs, 25,000 stubs
• 84 OVR: Gold, 750 stubs, 25,000 stubs
• 85 OVR: Diamond, 1,500 stubs, 250,000 stubs
• 86 OVR: Diamond, 1,875 stubs, 250,000 stubs
• 87 OVR: Diamond, 2,250 stubs, 250,000 stubs
• 88 OVR: Diamond, 2,750 stubs, 250,000 stubs
• 89 OVR: Diamond, 3,500 stubs, 250,000 stubs
• 90 OVR: Diamond, 4,000 stubs, 500,000 stubs
• 91 OVR: Diamond, 4,500 stubs, 500,000 stubs
• 92-94 OVR: Diamond, 5,000 stubs, 500,000 stubs
• 95+ OVR: Diamond, 5,000 stubs, 1,000,000 stubs

Items

Although other items aren't traded as frequently as player cards, they still come in different qualities, and high-quality items can still fetch a significant amount of MLB The Show 25 stubs.

• Perk: Bronze, 10 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Perk: Silver, 25 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Perk: Gold, 100 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Perk: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 10,000 stubs
• Equipment: Silver, 25 stubs, 1,000 stubs
• Equipment: Gold, 100 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Equipment: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 50,000 stubs
• Sponsorship: Silver, 25 stubs, 200 stubs
• Sponsorship: Gold, 100 stubs, 500 stubs
• Sponsorship: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 20,000 stubs
• Stadium: Gold, 100 stubs, 500 stubs
• Stadium: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 15,000 stubs

Animations

• No Doubt Home Run Animation: Silver, 100 stubs, 1,500 stubs
• No Doubt Home Run Animation: Gold, 500 stubs, 1,500 stubs
• No Doubt Home Run Animation: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 7,500 stubs
• Home Run Base Celebration: Silver, 100 stubs, 1,500 stubs
• Home Run Base Celebration: Gold, 500 stubs, 1,500 stubs
• Home Run Base Celebration: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 7,500 stubs

Audio

• Stadium Sounds: Silver, 100 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Stadium Sounds: Gold, 500 stubs, 5,000 stubs
• Stadium Sounds: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 10,000 stubs
• Home Run Call: Silver, 100 stubs, 2,000 stubs
• Home Run Call: Gold, 500 stubs, 2,000 stubs
• Home Run Call: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 15,000 stubs
• No Doubt Home Run Call: Silver, 100 stubs, 2,000 stubs
• No Doubt Home Run Call: Gold, 500 stubs, 2,000 stubs
• No Doubt Home Run Call: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 1,000,000 stubs

Icons & Banners

• Icons: Silver, 100 stubs, 3,000 stubs
• Icons: Gold, 500 stubs, 3,000 stubs
• Icons: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 3,000 stubs
• Banners: Silver, 100 stubs, 3,000 stubs
• Banners: Gold, 500 stubs, 3,000 stubs
• Banners: Diamond, 1,000 stubs, 3,000 stubs

Uniforms

• Silver: 100 stubs, 500 Stubs
• Gold: 500 stubs, 1,000 stubs
• Diamond: 1,000 stubs, 3,000 stubs

Transaction Fees

Benjamin Franklin once said, "In this world, nothing is certain except death and taxes." Therefore, every transaction you make is subject to a tax.

This tax primarily applies to the player selling the item. If you sell an item worth 1,500 MLB The Show 25 stubs, the system will deduct 10% of your proceeds, or 150 stubs. Your actual stubs are only 1,350. If you took 1,400 stubs to acquire the item, you'd actually lose money on the transaction.

So, if you're trying to earn stubs by flipping, you also need to factor in the 10% transaction fee.

The above are the trade values for all items in MLB The Show 25. They can provide some guidance when trading players in the trade market. With the increasing number of high-quality cards in the game, the value of older cards is rapidly depreciating. If you're looking to acquire newly released players, it's recommended to wait about a week, as newly released cards are often inflated in value and only return to normal levels after a week.

To celebrate some of MLB's stars, MLB The Show 25 launched new Signature Series players on August 15th. The series now has 16 players, with a minimum rating of 98, making for a truly impressive roster.

In addition to players in the program and those who must complete a collection quest, a total of nine players can be traded directly using MLB The Show 25 stubs. The currently available Signature Series includes two players with an OVR of 99 and one with an OVR of 98.

Signature Series Program Rewards

• 10 Points: 5,000 XP
• 20 Points: 98 OVR Signature Justin Morneau
• 30 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 40 Points: 5,000 XP
• 50 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 60 Points: 99 OVR Signature Andy Pettitte
• 70 Points: 5,000 XP
• 80 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 90 Points: Signature Series Choice Pack
• 100 Points: 15,000 XP and 99 OVR Signature David Wright

98 OVR Signature Justin Morneau

• Contact Right: 115
• Contact Left: 95
• Power Right: 100
• Power Left: 86
• Vision: 98
• Discipline: 90
• Clutch: 107
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 99

Justin Morneau, who bid farewell to his career with White Sox in 2016, was one of the most valuable first basemen in MLB. Drafted by Twins in 2003, he played for Twins for 10 years.

Justin Morneau is the 21st-ranked first baseman in MLB 25, excelling at right-field pitches. While his left-field contact and power aren't top-tier, he makes up for it with eight quirks.

99 OVR Signature Andy Pettitte

• Stamina: 110
• H/9: 95
• K/9: 101
• BB/9: 100
• HR/9: 95
• Pitch Clutch: 100
• Control: 96
• Velocity: 90
• Break: 99

Andy Pettitte played in MLB for 18 years, starting with Yankees in 1995 and stints with Astros, before officially retiring in 2013 after a game against Astros.

Andy Pettitte is a left-handed starting pitcher who can throw 5 pitches and has a lot of tricks up his sleeve against right-handed batters.

99 OVR Signature David Wright

• Contact Right: 118
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 102
• Power Left: 111
• Vision: 90
• Discipline: 108
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 98

David Wright was once the heart and soul of New York Mets, giving his best from 2004 to 2018 before ultimately being forced to retire because of injuries.

David Wright is exceptional in offense, defense, and speed. 99 OVR Signature David Wright ranks third among third basemen. There's no one will dislike a card like this. You don't need to take any MLB The Show 25 stubs to get one of the best third basemen of all time.

How To Make Progress?

Complete 5 Moments (25 points, and 5 points each)

PXP Mission:

• Earn 1,000 PXP using a Signature Series player. (5 points) (Repeatable)
• Earn 350 PXP using 98 OVR Signature Justin Morneau. (10 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using 99 OVR Signature Andy Pettitte. (10 points)

Signature Series Mission:

• Get 15 hits using a Signature Series player. (5 points)
• Get 8 extra-base hits using a Signature Series player. (5 points)
• Hit four home runs using a Signature Series player. (5 points)
• Pitch eight innings using a Signature Series player. (5 points)
• Strike out 15 times using a Signature Series player. (5 points)

Statistics Mission:

• Get 17 extra-base hits using any player. (5 points)
• Strike out 11 times with any player. (5 points)
• Pitch 14 innings with any player. (5 points)
• Hit 34 times with any player. (5 points)
• Hit five home runs with any player. (5 points)

Optional Signature Collection:

• Collect 99 OVR Fielder and Sanders. (30 points)
• Collect 99 OVR Arrieta and Bernie Williams. (70 points)

Collection Quests

Two additional cards require completing Signature Collection quests to collect them. Some Signature Collection cards can be directly traded for MLB 25 stubs, while others require completing Collection Quests to unlock.

Signature Series Cards

Signature Pack(8)

• 99 OVR Signature Bernie Williams
• 99 OVR Signature Jake Arrieta
• 99 OVR Signature Prince Fielder
• 99 OVR Signature Reggie Sanders
• 98 OVR Signature Mark Davis
• 98 OVR Signature Matt Cain
• 98 OVR Signature Mike Lowell
• 98 OVR Signature Tony Clark

Program(3):

• 98 OVR Signature Justin Morneau
• 99 OVR Signature Andy Pettitte
• 99 OVR Signature David Wright

Mini Seasons (1):

• 98 OVR Signature DJ LeMahieu

Collection(1):

• 99 OVR Signature Darren O'Day

Live Series Collection (1):

• 99 OVR Signature Carlos Beltran

Marketplace(1):

• 99 OVR Signature Corey Kluber

99 OVR Signature Darren O'Day (7 Cards)

• Stamina: 24
• H/9: 125
• K/9: 120
• BB/9: 104
• HR/9: 88
• Pitch Clutch: 125
• Control: 98
• Velocity: 50
• Break: 99

Darren O'Day made his major league debut in 2008 and retired in 2023. Although he played for many teams, his longest tenure was with Orioles.

99 OVR Jorge Posada (15 Cards)

• Contact Right: 116
• Contact Left: 125
• Power Right: 112
• Power Left: 106
• Vision: 92
• Discipline: 120
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 96

Jorge Posada was a catcher for Yankees. He made his major league debut in 1995 and retired in 2012. Posada was also a capable hitter, and he was a switch hitter. This card ranks second among catchers in MLB 25, with 7 Quirks.

The above is a brief summary of the players and content of MLB The Show 25 Signature Series. It is not difficult to complete the task, and these 99 OVR players will become the new strength of your team.

MLB The Show 25 has entered the era of 99 OVR cards, and obtaining a 99 OVR card is no longer as difficult as it once was. The recently updated New Threads 2.0 adds nine 99 OVR players.

Aside from players who require trading for MLB 25 stubs or completing collection quests, New Threads 2.0 Program also includes two free 99 OVR players. Obtaining them isn't difficult, as the quests are simple. Let's have a look at how to get these players.

New Threads 2.0 Reward

• 10 Points: 97 OVR Chris Paddack
• 20 Points: 3,000 XP
• 30 Points: 97 OVR Ke'Bryan Hayes
• 40 Points: 3,000 XP
• 50 Points: 97 OVR Griffin Jax
• 60 Points: 3,000 XP
• 70 Points: 98 OVR Josh Naylor
• 80 Points: 3,000 XP
• 90 Points: 98 OVR Merrill Kelly
• 100 Points: 4,000 XP
• 110 Points: 4,000 XP
• 120 Points: 99 OVR Ryan McMahon
• 130 Points: 5,000 XP
• 140 Points: New Threads 2.0 Deluxe Pack
• 150 Points: 95,000 XP and 99 OVR Cedric Mullins

This New Threads 2.0 bonus includes seven free players. These players cannot be traded with MLB The Show 25 stubs and can only be unlocked by accumulating points.

97 OVR Chris Paddack

• Stamina: 98
• H/9: 98
• K/9: 91
• BB/9: 106
• HR/9: 78
• Pitch Clutch: 90
• Control: 95
• Velocity: 76
• Break: 99

Chris Paddack was traded from Twins to Tigers a little over a month ago. He's very good at throwing strikes, especially on the first pitch. He made an impact against White Sox on Monday, but struggled in 5.2 innings.

97 OVR Ke'Bryan Hayes

• Contact Right: 117
• Contact Left: 103
• Power Right: 80
• Power Left: 70
• Vision: 100
• Discipline: 57
• Clutch: 125
• Bunt: 44
• Drag Bunt: 35
• Durability: 95

Pirates and Reds also reached a trade, sending Pirates third baseman Ke'Bryan Hayes to Reds in exchange for rookie shortstop Rogers.

Hayes, now with his new team, did not disappoint. In a recent game against Phillies, he made a spectacular diving catch and completed a pass to eliminate JT Realmuto.

97 OVR Griffin Jax

• Stamina: 25
• H/9: 100
• K/9: 125
• BB/9: 105
• HR/9: 85
• Pitch Clutch: 92
• Control: 96
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 95

Despite Griffin Jax's desire to stay with Twins, Twins completed a quick trade with Rays, trading star pitcher Griffin Jax for rookie pitcher Taj Bradley. Griffin Jax struggled recently against Mariners, and it's clear he needs some time to adjust to his new team.

98 OVR Josh Naylor

• Contact Right: 119
• Contact Left: 105
• Power Right: 91
• Power Left: 78
• Vision: 104
• Discipline: 86
• Clutch: 109
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

Mariners completed a major trade before the trade was closed, acquiring first baseman Josh Naylor from Diamondbacks. Josh Naylor made history for Mariners by stealing two bases in a row in recent games.

98 OVR Merrill Kelly

• Stamina: 105
• H/9: 108
• K/9: 90
• BB/9: 94
• HR/9: 87
• Pitch Clutch: 100
• Control: 92
• Velocity: 83
• Break: 99

Merrill Kelly was another Diamondbacks player traded to Rangers. He pitched a strong start in their recent matchup against Diamondbacks, but unfortunately, they didn't get the win.

99 OVR Ryan McMahon

• Contact Right: 111
• Contact Left: 101
• Power Right: 125
• Power Left: 100
• Vision: 64
• Discipline: 86
• Clutch: 105
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 96

Yankees traded Ryan McMahon from Rockies to compensate for Aaron Judge's absence. Third base has always been a sore spot for Yankees, and if Ryan McMahon can address this deficiency, he might be able to change the situation in the second half.

99 OVR Cedric Mullins

• Contact Right: 102
• Contact Left: 118
• Power Right: 115
• Power Left: 104
• Vision: 82
• Discipline: 88
• Clutch: 112
• Bunt: 71
• Drag Bunt: 62
• Durability: 95

30-year-old veteran Cedric Mullins recently joined Mets as a center fielder. He hit his first home run shortly after joining the new club, proving that this veteran's ability remains reliable.

How To Complete New Threads 2.0?

Complete 12 Moments (60 points total, and 5 points per Moment)

Complete New Threads Showdown (30 points)

Complete New Threads Conquest (30 points)

Planned PXP Tasks:

• Earn 500 PXP using 97 OVR Chris Paddack (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using 97 OVR Ke'Bryan Hayes (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using 97 OVR Griffin Jax (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using 98 OVR Josh Naylor (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using 98 OVR Merrill Kelly (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using 99 OVR Ryan McMahon (5 points)
• Earn 1,500 PXP using New Threads Players (5 points)
• Earn 2,500 PXP using New Threads Players (5 points)
• Earn 3,500 PXP using New Threads Players (10 points)
• Earn 5,000 PXP using New Threads Players (10 points)

Optional PXP Missions:

• Earn 350 PXP using any Carlos Correa (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using any Willi Castro (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Mason Miller (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using any Leodalis De Vries (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using any Eugenio Suarez (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Jhoan Duran (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Shane Bieber (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Camilo Doval (5 points)
• Earn 350 PXP using any Gregory Soto (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Dustin May (5 points)
• Earn 500 PXP using any Charlie Morton (5 points)

That's a rough outline of New Threads 2.0 Program. Even without completing New Threads Conquest and New Threads Showdown, you can still easily earn over 160 points by completing the other missions, making it easy to complete. You can also trade some MLB 25 stubs for their bronze player cards on the market to complete the optional PXP missions.

Hello, baseball fans! 5th Inning Program has ended. Have you successfully gotten the three bosses? 6th Inning Program has been launched on July 25th. The total rating of the three new bosses this time is 99 OVR!

Although there are many high-rated MLB 25 players now, the 99 OVR players still represent the top of the game, and let’s see how to get them.

6th Inning Program Rewards

• 3,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 7,500 XP: 6th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 12,500 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 17,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 22,500 XP: Banner
• 27,500 XP: 6th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 32,500 XP: Ballin’ is a Habit Pack
• 40,000 XP: Headliners Pack
• 47,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 55,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 62,500 XP: Headliners Pack
• 70,000 XP: 6th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack
• 77,500 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 85,000 XP: Banner
• 92,500 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 100,000 XP: Ballin’ is a Habit Pack
• 107,500 XP: Headliners Pack
• 115,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 125,000 XP: Icon
• 135,000 XP: 98 OVR Awards Kyle Seager
• 145,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 155,000 XP: Ballin’ is a Habit Pack
• 165,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
• 175,000 XP: Headliners Pack
• 185,000 XP: 1,000 Stubs
• 195,000 XP: Ballin’ is a Habit Pack
• 205,000 XP: 6th Inning Boss Choice Pack
• 215,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack
• 225,000 XP: Headliners Pack
• 235,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
• 250,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
• 265,000 XP: Ballin’ is a Habit Pack
• 280,000 XP: MLB The Show 25 Pack (x2)
• 295,000 XP: 1,500 Stubs
• 312,500 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
• 330,000 XP: 6th Inning Boss Choice Pack
• 347,500 XP: Headliners Pack
• 365,000 XP: 2,000 Stubs
• 382,500 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack
• 400,000 XP: Deluxe Choice Pack

This reward includes 2 6th Inning Boss Choice Packs, 3 6th Inning Cornerstone Choice Packs, and MLB The Show 25 stubs. 6th Inning Cornerstone Choice Pack includes 85 OVR Tony Oliva, Dontrelle Willis, and Raul Ibanez. Once you complete Cornerstone Program, you’ll get 97 OVR versions of all three players.

98 OVR Awards Kyle Seager

• Contact Right: 112
• Contact Left: 100
• Power Right: 111
• Power Left: 80
• Vision: 94
• Discipline: 78
• Clutch: 118
• Bunt: 40
• Drag Bunt: 31
• Durability: 98

Kyle Seager is Mariners’ third baseman, ninth in MLB 25. He has great contact and defense, and he also has 6 quirks, making him a very powerful card.

Which Bosses Are The Better?

99 OVR Signature Corey Kluber

• Stamina: 109
• H/9: 100
• K/9: 103
• BB/9: 101
• HR/9: 90
• Pitch Clutch: 104
• Control: 95
• Velocity: 96
• Break: 99

Corey Kluber retires in 2024, but he threw a no-hitter in 2021, and his experience is enough to make up for his physical decline. Corey Kluber ranks fourth among all starting pitchers, and his 5 pitching methods are almost perfect. You only need 50,000 stubs to get him. Corey Kluber is not much weaker than Ubaldo Jimene, and his cutter is even better.

99 OVR Hall Of Fame Ted Simmons

• Contact Right: 118
• Contact Left: 115
• Power Right: 86
• Power Left: 90
• Vision: 112
• Discipline: 94
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 39
• Drag Bunt: 29
• Durability: 94

Ted Simmons is the current top-ranked catcher, but he is more than that, and he can also serve as the first baseman, third baseman and left fielder on the team, and has 8 quirks. It is precisely because of Ted Simmons’s versatility that this card maintains high value. His value currently fluctuates around 53,000 stubs.

His contact and vision are great, and although his power is not top-notch, it is enough to make him perform well at high difficulty. This is undoubtedly the most valuable card of the three boss cards.

99 OVR Awards Chase Utley

• Contact Right: 115
• Contact Left: 105
• Power Right: 101
• Power Left: 104
• Vision: 91
• Discipline: 75
• Clutch: 109
• Bunt: 40
• Drag Bunt: 30
• Durability: 98

Chase Utley retired in 2018. He was able to play both first and second base, and before his retirement, he was widely considered the best middle infield defender in National League.

This card currently ranks second among second basemen and fourth among first basemen in MLB 25, and it also has eight quirks. If you can wait for a few days, you might be able to get this card for just 45,000 stubs.

How To Make Progress?

As you can see, to complete this program, you need to accumulate XP in multiplayer modes like Dynasty and Conquest, which takes time to accumulate.

If you collect all three bosses in5th Inning Program, you’ll receive 50,000 EXP, and you can also redeem any previously purchased but unclaimed cards for XP:

• I: 5,000 XP
• II: 7,000 XP
• III: 10,000 XP
• IV: 13,000 XP
• V: 15,000 XP

Finally, it’s important to note that, like the previous Inning Programs, 6th Inning Program has a deadline. All you guys better complete it before August 22nd.

The three 99 OVR bosses in 6th Inning Program are some of the best cards currently available. They can be very effective in your team, and the other rewards are also very good. If you have to choose 2 of these three bosses, I recommend choosing Chase Utley and Ted Simmons, and then unlocking Corey Kluber after a while, which can save you a lot of MLB The Show 25 stubs.

It’s another year of MLB draft, and teams are competing for the best rookies. MLB The Show 25 also took this opportunity to launch 2025 Draft series of cards to let players know the latest rookies. The most valuable card in this series is 99 OVR Eli Willits, who is the No. 1 pick in this draft.

In addition to those cards that require MLB The Show 25 stubs, the rewards of 2025 Draft Program also include some free but powerful rookies. Let’s get to know them.

2025 Draft Program Rewards

• 5 Points: 2,000 XP and 96 OVR Draft Kruz Schoolcraft
• 10 Points: Bat (Futures Game)
• 15 Points: 2,000 XP and 96 OVR Draft Caden Bodine
• 20 Points: AL Futures Game Jersey
• 25 Points: 2,000 XP and 96 OVR Draft Jace LaViolette
• 30 Points: NL Futures Game Jersey
• 35 Points: 2,000 XP and 96 OVR Draft Gage Wood
• 40 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 45 Points: 2,000 XP and 97 OVR Draft Ethan Conrad
• 50 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 55 Points: 2,000 XP and 97 OVR Draft Daniel Pierce
• 60 Points: MLB The Show 25 pack
• 65 Points: 2,000 XP and 97 OVR Draft Steele Hall
• 70 Points: MLB Draft ’25 Choice Pack
• 75 Points: 97 OVR Draft Gavin Kilen and 5,000 XP

2025 Draft Program includes eight rookies with a minimum of 96 OVR, which can save you a lot of MLB The Show 25 stubs.

96 OVR Draft Kruz Schoolcraft

• Stamina: 94
• H/9: 102
• K/9: 100
• BB/9: 78
• HR/9: 88
• Pitch Clutch: 105
• Control: 80
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 94

Kruz Schoolcraft (6-foot-5) was selected by Padres in the recent draft. He is the top pitcher in the Tennessee baseball team and is good at throwing left-handed.

96 OVR Draft Caden Bodine

• Contact Right: 111
• Contact Left: 106
• Power Right: 75
• Power Left: 70
• Vision: 102
• Discipline: 105
• Clutch: 110
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 90

Caden Bodine is from Coastal Carolina University. He was the best back in college and the most outstanding player in 2025. He was selected by Baltimore Orioles in this draft.

96 OVR Draft Jace LaViolette

• Contact Right: 96
• Contact Left: 82
• Power Right: 115
• Power Left: 106
• Vision: 67
• Discipline: 104
• Clutch: 101
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 95

Guardians selected Jace LaViolette in the first round of the draft, but Jace LaViolette has recently had to undergo rehab because of a long-standing injury problem. It is unlikely that we will see this power hitter in the 2025 game.

96 OVR Draft Gage Wood

• Stamina: 90
• H/9: 93
• K/9: 103
• BB/9: 86
• HR/9: 85
• Pitch Clutch: 97
• Control: 86
• Velocity: 99
• Break: 99

Gage Wood finally joins Phillies, the team he always dreamed of. Although this card is a starting pitcher, Gage Wood’s position on the team is still undetermined, and he may appear as a relief pitcher.

97 OVR Draft Ethan Conrad

• Contact Right: 108
• Contact Left: 103
• Power Right: 100
• Power Left: 92
• Vision: 86
• Discipline: 92
• Clutch: 106
• Bunt: 37
• Drag Bunt: 34
• Durability: 90

Ethan Conrad is a left-handed hitter who hit .372 with Demon Deacons and was selected by Cubs in the recent draft.

97 OVR Draft Daniel Pierce

• Contact Right: 104
• Contact Left: 112
• Power Right: 75
• Power Left: 81
• Vision: 90
• Discipline: 78
• Clutch: 110
• Bunt: 39
• Drag Bunt: 37
• Durability: 95

No one doubts that Daniel Pierce can make it to the majors. He uses Bobby Witt Jr. as a role model, and there are indeed similarities between the two, and Rays have already designated this rookie in the draft.

97 OVR Draft Steele Hall

• Contact Right: 102
• Contact Left: 110
• Power Right: 76
• Power Left: 90
• Vision: 80
• Discipline: 73
• Clutch: 105
• Bunt: 35
• Drag Bunt: 25
• Durability: 97

Steele Hall and Daniel Pierce are both shortstops. He has strong hitting ability and excellent power. Steele Hall’s biggest weapon is his speed, which allows him to complete defensive tasks. After years of attention, Cincinnati Reds successfully signed a contract with Steele Hall.

97 OVR Draft Gavin Kilen

• Contact Right: 120
• Contact Left: 113
• Power Right: 87
• Power Left: 75
• Vision: 104
• Discipline: 75
• Clutch: 120
• Bunt: 46
• Drag Bunt: 42
• Durability: 95

Gavin Kilen hits well and rarely strikes out, is a very focused athlete, and he was selected by Giants in the 2025 draft.

How To Complete The Program?

Complete MLB Draft Map Conquest (20 points)

Complete six moments (25 points total - one 5-pointer and five 4-pointers)

2025 Draft Series Missions:

• Get 2,050 PXP with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)
• Get 25 hits with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)
• Get 7 extra runs with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)
• Hit three home runs with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)
• Pitch 15 innings with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)
• Strike out 20 times with 2025 Draft Series Players (5 points)

Statistical Missions:

• Get 10 base hits with a player whose primary position is shortstop (5 points)
• Pitch 15 innings with a player whose primary position is starting pitcher (5 points)
• Hit five extra bases with a player who is a primary shortstop (5 points)
• Stolen three bases with a player who is a primary shortstop (5 points)
• Strike out 20 times with a player who is a primary starting pitcher (5 points)

Optional PXP Missions:

• Get 2,050 PXP with players who are 25 years of age or older (5 points)
• Get 1,000 PXP with any Ethan, Jackson, or Matt Holliday card (5 points)
• Get 350 PXP with any Travis Bazzana card (5 points)
• Get 500 PXP with any Paul Skenes card (5 points)

Optional Event Missions:

• Get on base 10 times with 2025 Draft cards in Moonshot: All-Star Game or Home Run Derby event (5 points)
• Score 10 points with 2025 Draft cards in Moonshot: All-Star Game or Home Run Derby (5 points)
• In Moonshot: All-Star Game or Home Run Derby, use 2025 Draft cards to pitch 25 innings (5 points)

The above is the general content of the 2025 Draft Program. The difficulty of completing the above tasks is not high. You can complete most of the above tasks without using MLB The Show 25 stubs to unlock specific MLB The Show 25 players.