With the release of *MLB The Show 25*, fans are once again diving into the immersive experience of Road to the Show, where you can live out your dream of becoming a major league player. One of the first significant decisions you'll face is whether to go to college or go pro right out of high school. This choice shapes your journey and impacts your career trajectory in the game.
In *MLB The Show 25*, you start as a high school player with scouts from both major colleges and MLB teams eyeing your talent. Your journey begins during your high school's state title run, where scouts attend games to assess your potential. Your performance in these games, coupled with your results at the MLB Combine, will influence your draft stock and college recruitment offers.
After the MLB Combine, you'll commit to a school, and the draft will occur regardless of your intentions to go pro. This is where you'll face the pivotal decision. *MLB The Show 25* presents you with clear options:
- If I Go Pro:
- Receive a signing bonus of 5 Tokens
- Reduced chance of being fast-tracked to the Major Leagues
- Begin pro career as an 18-year-old
- If I Go To College:
- Receive all benefits of LSU’s official offer
- Pursue being the #1 overall pick in a future MLB Draft
- Begin pro career as a 21-year-old after college career is completed
The choice ultimately boils down to personal preference. If you've spent previous seasons grinding through the minor leagues, opting for college might offer a refreshing change. The allure of being the #1 overall pick and entering the pros as a more developed player can be incredibly rewarding. However, if you relish the challenge of climbing from the bottom to the majors, going pro straight out of high school might be more your style.
The Escapist chose to attend college, drawn by the prospect of being the top draft pick and the unique experience it offered. Notably, the game fast-forwards to your third year during a championship run, meaning you won't spend too much time away from professional baseball. This path allows you to enjoy the best of both worlds.
So, whether you should go to college or go pro in *MLB The Show 25* Road to the Show depends on what kind of journey you want to embark on. For more tips, check out the best pitching settings for the game.
*MLB The Show 25 is now in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*
