Success in BR hinges on drafting, which, if done right, turns even average online players into 9+ win contenders. Here are core drafting strategies that help you protect your 1,500 MLB 25 Stubs entry fee and skew the odds in your favor:

1. Invest Diamonds in Position Players

Pitchers may look tempting, but with only three Diamond picks, save them for hitters. Elite sluggers and dynamic infielders impact every inning, whereas stamina restrictions limit starter reuse. A Diamond-rated outfielder can produce runs consistently, turning low-scoring affairs into repeat wins and boosting your MLB The Show 25 Stubs earnings.

2. Prioritize Pitch Mix Over Overall Rating

Your Gold, Silver, and Bronze picks should emphasize pitch variety. Sinkers, cutters, and high-velocity offerings disrupt timing, especially in three-inning games that quickly turn into slugfests. Secure at least one Gold reliever whose arsenal includes those key pitch types. You'll stifle enemy bats and preserve your bullpen, which is vital for amassing wins (and stubs).

3. Hunt for Budget Beasts

Some low-rated cards outperform their attributes because of swing mechanics or hidden traits. Examples include Silver-rated Jason Giambi or Adam Dunn, both of which have legendary power swings that deliver homers on demand. Adding a couple of these budget cards to your lineup helps balance your roster without burning precious MLB 25 Stubs on pricey Diamonds.

4. Use Your Common Pick Strategically

Your single Common-rated selection is best spent on a throwaway starter, someone you never intend to use, freeing up roster spots for stronger arms. Since your ace starter regenerates stamina every few games, you won't touch that fifth starter. Alternatively, grab a speedster for pinch-running duties late in close contests.

5. Balance Handedness and Roles

A one-dimensional lineup gets exposed quickly in BR. Mix righties, lefties, and switch-hitters to counter common draft pitfalls. Do the same with your bullpen, lefty relievers with quality pitch mixes can shut down right-handed sluggers and swing tight games in your favor. This balance pays dividends when an opponent leans too heavily on one-handed lineup stacks.

Maximizing Your Stub Earnings

Battle Royale runs are not just about cards, they're one of the fastest ways to farm MLB 25 Stubs and MLB The Show 25 Stubs alike. Here's how to maximize your haul:

    Flawless Flip: If you can go 12–0, the Flawless Pack often contains a legitimately market-moving card. Sell high within the first week to net a tidy profit in stubs.

    Late-Season Grinds: During Rewind events, BR rewards become more common. Playing early and banking BR loot before Rewind releases keeps prices inflated.

    Daily Challenges: Combine BR runs with your Daily and Weekly Moments to buy MLB The Show 25 Stubs double-dip stub rewards.

    Marketplace Arbitrage: Post-BR runs, track card prices in the marketplace. Timing your sells for peak demand, such as just after a major content drop, can fetch you more stubs per card.