Target "Budget Beasts" With Meta Swings or Hidden Power

In BR, some of the most effective players aren't rated all that highly. You'll often come across Silver or Gold cards that perform way above their listed attributes thanks to MLB 25 Stubs good swing mechanics, stance animations, or hidden meta traits.

For example, a Silver 79-rated Jason Giambi might not seem special, but his swing timing, stance, and raw power make him a home run machine against lower-tier pitching. Adam Dunn and Giancarlo Stanton's live series cards are similar. They're not balanced, but they crush the ball in the right hands.

When evaluating a pick, ask yourself: Does this player have high power and a smooth swing? That matters more than overall rating in this mode.

Use Your Common Pick on a Useless Starting Pitcher

Every draft includes a Common player round. The best practice? Use it on a fifth starter you never plan to actually pitch. That way, they're buried in your rotation and won't hurt your chances.

Why this works: your ace starter will typically be available every few games. If you manage their stamina smartly and rotate effectively, you'll rarely need to go five pitchers deep.

If your rotation is already set, another smart use of cheap MLB The Show 25 Stubs the Common pick is a pinch runner with high speed, or a righty reliever to use in emergencies.