All Eyes On Elly De La Cruz in MLB The Show 25
Elly De La Cruz takes center stage in MLB The Show 25 during the Elly De La Cruz Takeover. The Cincinnati Reds All-Star shortstop and 2025 MLB’s leader in stolen bases, Elly De La Cruz steals the spotlight with a change to the MLB The Show 25 cover as well as the all-new Elly De La Cruz Takeover Program.
Play Moments featuring Elly to relive some of his most amazing accomplishments, and complete Stat Missions as well as Optional: Elly De La Cruz Missions, using any Elly De La Cruz player item available in MLB The Show 25, to add Cover Athlete Series Elly De La Cruz (90 OVR) to your Diamond Dynasty squad in the Elly De La Cruz Takeover Program.
Roster Update – Attributes: New Diamonds Shine!
The wait is over, MLB The Show 25’s first Roster Update focused on Attributes is here. This update brings over 900, yes you read that right, 900+ players were updated in this roster update. Including 350+ Pitchers, 350+ Hitters, and 200 minor leaguers not to mention the following new Diamonds and Golds:
New Diamonds:
- Garrett Crochet
- Yoshinobu Yamamoto
- Corbin Carroll
- Pete Crow-Armstrong
- Wyatt Langford
- Steven Kwan
- Pete Alonso
- Jacob deGrom
New Golds:
- Sean Murphy
- Wilyer Abreu
- Jeremy Pena
- Jung Hoo Lee
- Brendan Donovan
- Logan O’Hoppe
- Cedric Mullins
- Kyle Schwarber
- Tommy Edman
- Andres Munoz
- Hunter Brown
- Nick Pivetta
- Drew Rasmussen
- Nathan Eovaldi
- Jason Adam
- Chris Martin
- Danny Coulombe
- Carlos Rodon
- Luke Weaver
- Spencer Schwellenbach
- Zach Eflin
- Aroldis Chapman
- Nick Lodolo
- Hunter Gaddis
- Kodai Senga
- Lucas Erceg
Double XP Days
Starting today at 12 PM PT, earn 2x XP from gameplay in any mode until Friday, May 9th at 12 PM PT. Take this time to finish the 2nd Inning XP Path and/or rack up those XP Path repeatable rewards as you play during Double XP Days!
Storylines: The Negro Leagues – Season 3 Drop 3
Storylines: The Negro Leagues – Season 3 Drop 3, available today, brings 3 Hall of Fame Negro League Legends James “Biz” Mackey, William “Judy” Johnson, and Monford “Monte” Irvin to MLB The Show 25.
Regarded as the Negro Leagues’ premiere catcher throughout the late 1920’s and early 1930’s, James “Biz” Mackey’s defense and throwing arm were rivaled only by his batting capabilities which helped to cement him as one of the Negro League’s all-time leaders in total bases, RBI, and slugging percentage. In his 32-year career in the Negro Leagues, Biz played and coached for such notable teams as the Hilldale Daisies, Pittsburgh Crawfords, and Newark Eagles.
Despite a slight frame and limited power at the plate, William “Judy” Johnson seemed to consistently deliver in the clutch when his teams needed it the most. As a 3rd baseman, Johnson was regarded as one of the best in Negro League’s history and played on one of the greatest teams in baseball history, the 1935 Pittsburgh Crawfords. The Hilldale Daisies and Homestead Grays also benefited from Judy’s talents during his 17-season spanning career as a player with the Negro Leagues.
Before making the leap from the Negro Leagues to the MLB, Monford “Monte” Irvin was a 5-tool superstar in the Negro Leagues with Newark – leading the Eagles to a Negro Leagues World Series championship in 1946. Although Irvin was 30-years-old when he finally got his chance to play Major League Baseball in 1949, “Monte” rose to the occasion, becoming the first Black player to lead the National League in RBIs in 1951 and helping the New York Giants claim the 1954 World Series.
Experience the historic careers of James “Biz” Mackey, William “Judy” Johnson, and Monford “Monte” Irvin in Storylines: The Negro Leagues – Season 3 Drop 3 only available in MLB The Show 25.
May Flowers Diamond Quest
Spring into action with the May Flowers Quest! Complete 34 themed Moments and 6 Showdown Moments inspired by blooming bats, speedy baserunners, and picture-perfect pitching. Tackle challenges across a seasonal map filled with vibrant vibes and fresh rewards including Postseason Series Josh Jung (90 OVR) and Standout Series Adam Ottavino (90 OVR).
Smell the Roses Event
Take a moment to Smell the Roses—then dominate the diamond! Build your squad using batters with less than 50 speed, pitchers with less than 50 HR/9, and players from the May Flowers Quest, including Postseason Josh Jung and Standout Adam Ottavino. Multiplayer Program Rewards like Michael Kopech, Ozzie Albies, Satchel Paige, and Christian Yelich are also eligible. In this quirky, off-speed event, power takes a back seat to patience. Who says you need wheels or elite arms to win?
Conquest – Horseshoe Map
Let’s hope your luck holds out as you take turns attacking territories, stealing your opponents’ fans, reinforcing your territories, and moving your fans in in the Horse Map, available in Conquest, for a chance to earn rewards including XP, Packs, Stubs, & more.
Conquest – City Connect White Sox
Take your shot at the all-new City Connect White Sox Map, available in Conquest, to earn rewards including Packs, Stubs, XP, and the Nike City Connect Chicago White Sox Banner, Profile Icon, Bat Skin, and Uniform for use in MLB The Show 25.
Chase Pack 8
Chase Pack 8 features 3-time All-Star and World Series Champion – All-Star Series Yordan Alvarez (92 OVR).
Every purchase of The Show 50-Pack Bundle includes one Chase Pack 8, and don’t forget there’s a chance to find a Chase Pack in every individual The Show Pack as well. The Chase Pack guarantees 1 Diamond player item with a chance to find the featured Chase Pack 8 player item, All-Star Series Yordan Alvarez.
Headliners Pack 11
Headliners Pack 11 features New York Yankees pitcher – Breakout Series Jonathan Loaisiga (90 OVR).
Available today in The Show Shop, Headliners Pack 11 contains one silver or better player item, two other players, and one assorted item with an increased chance to find the featured player and uniform item at a cost of 7,500 Stubs and is limited to 5 packs per player.
Challenge of the Week 8
Challenge of the Week 8, available in Instant Action, features 3-time All-Star Luis Castillo going up against 3-time All-Star Marcus Semien. Compete as Semien against CPU-controlled Castillo and accumulate hits to achieve as many points as possible within 3 outs to earn Stubs for use in MLB The Show 25.
Coming Next Week in MLB The Show 25
Get ready for all-new content headed your way in MLB The Show 25 including the April Spotlight Program & Pack – Drop 5, April Spotlight Lighting and Retro Lightning Players, the 3rd Inning XP Reward Path, Weekend Classic 2, as well as more Programs and Packs than you can shake a bat at.