Every player in MLB The Show 25 is looking at cards they want to buy or collections they want to complete. However, in the early days of the game, most of us struggle to gather enough MLB The Show 25 stubs to make those purchases. If you’re in this position, don’t worry! This guide will walk you through the best methods to earn stubs quickly, so you can build your dream team without breaking the bank.
1. Grinding Diamond Quest Maps
One of the best early-game stub methods in MLB The Show 25 is grinding Diamond Quest maps. These maps contain 87 overall pipeline Diamond players, which are sellable. That means you can complete the map, sell the Diamond players, and then rinse and repeat to keep earning stubs.
Additionally, completing the Diamond Quest maps provides a variety of other rewards, including Bronze and Silver player packs, as well as a few Show packs. Even Bronze and Silver players hold value early in the game, as they are used in collections and exchanges. These extra rewards add up quickly, allowing you to gain a steady flow of stubs.
2. Conquest Maps – Simulating for Free Packs
Another highly effective method is Conquest map farming. Instead of focusing on conquering strongholds, simply take over every available territory on each map. This strategy earns you tons of free packs, which you can open to get players or sell for stubs.
Additionally, certain Conquest maps have goals that provide even more packs when you reach a certain number of fans. Sim through these maps consistently to maximize your stub gains.
3. Flipping Cards on the Marketplace
Flipping cards has been one of the most consistent ways to earn stubs in MLB The Show every year, and MLB 25 is no different. The goal is to find cards with a large gap between their Buy Now and Sell Now prices.
How to Flip Cards Effectively:
- Identify a card with a decent price gap (e.g., Hank Greenberg has a Buy Now price of 10,354 and a Sell Now price of 8,710).
- Place a Buy Order slightly above the current Sell Now price.
- Once you acquire the card, place a Sell Order slightly below the current Buy Now price.
- After the 10% marketplace tax, you should still earn a small profit.
This method works best when flipping higher-priced cards (10,000+ stubs) because the profit margins are higher. However, patience is key, as many players will undercut your listings. Stay consistent, and your stub balance will grow over time.
4. Flipping Equipment
Player cards aren’t the only items worth flipping—equipment is another great option. Many gloves, bats, and cleats have huge margins, sometimes as high as 4,500–6,000 stubs.
Equipment moves slower than player cards, but the profit margins can be significantly larger. If you have the patience, flipping equipment can be an excellent way to build stubs passively.
5. Using Player Exchanges for Profit
Another underrated stub-making method is player exchanges. This involves buying cheap Silver cards near their quick sell value, then exchanging them for a Gold player.
Steps to Profiting from Player Exchanges:
- Buy Silver players close to quick-sell value using Buy Orders.
- Exchange those Silvers for Gold player packs.
- Sell the Gold player for a higher profit.
While this method requires some luck, consistently exchanging players over time should yield profits. Just remember that some Gold cards are worth significantly more than others, so research before selling.
6. Avoiding Mini-Seasons for Stubs
In previous versions of the game, Mini-Seasons was one of the best methods for grinding packs and stubs. Unfortunately, MLB The Show 25 has significantly nerfed this feature.
Most of the repeatable missions require unrealistic numbers (e.g., 100 home runs, 150 extra-base hits) just to earn a single pack. Since the grind no longer justifies the rewards, avoid Mini-Seasons if you’re looking to make stubs quickly.
7. Selling Unused Items from Your Inventory
One of the easiest ways to make stubs early in the game is to clear out your inventory. Many players forget to check for duplicates or underrate the value of random items.
Things to sell:
- Duplicate cards (players, equipment, perks, stadiums)
- Expensive but unused items (some equipment or icons)
- Live Series players that don’t fit your team
Prices fluctuate frequently, so check your inventory at least once a week. You’ll be surprised at how many stubs are just sitting there!
Final Thoughts
If you consistently use these MLB 25 stubs making methods in MLB The Show 25, you’ll be well on your way to buying the cards you want and completing collections. The most efficient strategies right now are grinding Diamond Quest maps, flipping cards and equipment, utilizing Conquest maps for free packs, and selling unused inventory items.
As the game progresses and new content is released, more stub-making opportunities will arise. Stay tuned for updates, and most importantly, stay consistent with these methods to keep your stub count growing!
Happy grinding, and good luck building your dream team! For more guides and all the latest news about MLB The Show 25, check out MMOexp.
