MLB The Show 25 Adds 17 Legends for Derby X

Baseball fans and gamers have a lot to look forward to as MLB The Show 25 drops its biggest-ever September content update. This new release brings 17 new Legends—a record for September—plus the long-awaited Home Run Derby X content.

The update comes loaded with new programs, high-tier rewards, exclusive packs, and a bunch of fresh challenges. It’s a shot in the arm for the game, giving collectors and competitive players plenty of new ways to expand their rosters.

17 New Legends Arrive in MLB The Show 25

Long-time fans will notice a blend of modern favorites and nostalgic stars from recent MLB history. You’ll spot power hitters, World Series heroes, and clutch performers who made their mark on the sport.

Full List of Newly Added Legends

The latest roster update features iconic names such as:

• Jeff Francoeur
• Eric Hosmer
• Mike Moustakas
• Hunter Pence
• Ryan Zimmerman
• Adam Wainwright
• Adrián González
• Ben Zobrist
• Lorenzo Cain

These players, along with others in the update, open up new ways to build a diamond-level roster for every game mode. There’s something for every play style, whether you love contact hitters or flame-throwing pitchers.

Home Run Derby X Program Details

Alongside the Legends update, the Home Run Derby X (HRDX) Program launches. This event lets players unlock legendary cards and unique rewards through in-game challenges.

Progression and Rewards

You can work your way through the program by completing:

• Moments that recreate iconic career highlights
• PXP and Stat Missions to rack up points with certain players
• A dedicated HRDX Pack Collection
• A final Showdown against Boss Jake Arrieta

Six HRDX Series players—like Daniel Murphy, Adam Wainwright, and Alex Gordon—are up for grabs as 99 OVR rewards. These rewards are perfect for beefing up your competitive lineups.

Exclusive HRDX Choice Packs

Collectors get a treat with the HRDX Choice Pack. It’s 40,000 Stubs per pack, with a three-pack limit, and you can pick from Rare, Mid+, or Base tiers.

Potential Pulls

Featured options include standouts like:

• Nick Swisher
• Adrián González
• Rick Ankiel

Grabbing these cards gives you a shot at unlocking 99 OVR Ben Zobrist and 99 OVR Lorenzo Cain versions. If you’re a completionist, that’s a pretty nice incentive.

September Spotlight Program

This month also brings the September Spotlight Program, adding standout rookies and prospects to the mix.

Key Highlights

The program features three new 99 OVR players:

• Tanner Bibee
• Patrick Bailey
• Michael Helman

Collecting Spotlight items unlocks more rewards, including a September Lightning player and a Retro Lightning player. Both will drop on October 3.

Challenge of the Week & Other Updates

This week’s main event, Challenge of the Week 28, puts Junior Caminero up against ace reliever Aroldis Chapman. Players can compete for Stubs and leaderboard bragging rights by chasing high scores.

Roster Moves and Attribute Changes

Today’s update brings several roster adjustments. These mainly focus on recent transactions.

Attribute changes happen every three weeks. The next update lands on October 3, which will also drop some extra September rewards.

With all the new Legends, programs, and rewards packed into this update, MLB The Show 25 players have a lot to dig into as the baseball season winds down. Maybe you’re chasing all-time greats, or just trying to crush Showdown challenges.

Building a dream lineup of 99 OVR stars? This month’s additions make sure there’s a little something for every kind of Diamond Dynasty competitor.

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