Kyle Schwarber brings raw power and .300‑hitter potential to MLB The Show 25’s Diamond Dynasty. Converting Stubs into his swing is a satisfying endeavor, but it takes more thought than just buying packs. If you’re aiming for an All‑Star Schwarber without letting
mlb 25 stubs Stubs run wild, this guide shows how to do it smartly, efficiently, and affordably.
Unlocking the Schwarber Window
First things first: keep a close eye on the “New Cards” notification. Schwarber usually drops as a Budget or Series card initially, then may get a Prime upgrade later. The timing matters: the Budget card hits the market first, often in Budget Series Packs, while Prime Series (which carry better stats) arrive later. Decide what’s important to you — might as well get the Budget version early for Missions; upgrade later if you want that max contact and power combo.
Stubs Strategy: Earn More, Spend Less
Events are your friend. Win Event Games for 1,000–5,000 Stubs. Even a few wins a day add up.
Sell unwanted cards. Even mid‑tier silver or gold cards can net you 2,000–10,000 Stubs if you list them strategically.
Auction House arbitrage. Buy low during off‑hours when supply floods, sell high later. The difference can be 10–20% of card value.
Don’t buy frivolous Packs. Delay impulse spend and save for when Schwarber drops.
Set milestones: aim for 100,000 Stubs before Schwarber’s Budget release, and another 200,000 if you want the Prime upgrade.
Go For Missions & Programs
When Schwarber launches, he often ties to a themed Program (Power Hitter or Postseason Protector). Missions might ask for X home runs or RBI in events. Schedule your lineup with Schwarber (if you get him early) or substitute similar hitters to complete requirements. Every Mission completion often gives Packs or Stubs equal to the investment—meaning no net loss if you complete them fully. Be prepared to grind—some Missions require 25 home runs or more, which can take 50–100 Event games.
Conquest Control and Prime Pools
Prime Schwarber is obtainable through Prime Series Packs, accessible only via Conquest Territory activation. Keep tabs on the map and rotate gameplay to earn CP. Once you spot his Prime Pool active, dump most of your CP into that territory. Yes, chance is still involved—you may need 2–3 packs—but that’s a lot less expensive than chasing other modes blindly.
Pack Purchase Timing
If you plan to buy Stubs with real money during Schwarber’s release window, wait until promotional bundles hit. Often the first drop of Budget Schwarber coincides with discounted Stub packs (e.g., 30% extra Stubs). This improves your ROI significantly. Stay alert to in‑game notifications and social channels for those bundles.
Streak Usage
Use Schwarber right away in single-game Modes like Ranked Seasons. Let him soak innings against worse pitching. That boosts value, helps you complete HR/RBI Missions, and builds draft value if you decide to sell him later on the Auction House. Plus, he’ll go into your AS lineup as a middle-of-the-order anchor.
Trading and the Secondary Market
If you end up with multiple Schwarber cards—maybe you pulled extras from packs—sell your duplicates for quick Stubs. Many players want his Prime version, but Budget versions can fetch 50–75k Stubs depending on rarity. That second card pays for initial purchase of the first one. Or, if you hit two Budget cards, hold until the Prime drops, then combine with CP to upgrade.
Last‑ditch Moves: Stubs & Dart Cards
If you’ve tried everything and still missed Schwarber, the accelerator is Dart Cards or Diamond Pick Packs, which occasionally include specific Prime players. Save 20–30 bucks’ worth of Dart bundles and deploy them during Schwarber’s promo. Odds may be low, but the upside is huge.
Final Tips
Prioritize posting and flipping duplicates to maintain your Stub balance.
Use Events to slowly build toward 200–300k Stub balance before Schwarber drops.
Maximize Conquest for CP so you can snap up Prime pools.
Time your Pack purchases with discounted Stub bundles.
Use and sell Schwarber wisely to stay Stub‑positive.
Securing Kyle Schwarber in MLB The Show 25 is a rewarding journey. It demands strategy, persistence, and smart timing. But once he’s crushing aces and putting roofs on the ball in pressure situations, you’ll see right away it was worth the grind and Stub discipline.
