Detroit Tigers

Strong offensive boosts: +10 Contact, Power, Clutch, Reaction

Players like Willie Castro feel Beltrán-tier with MLB The Show 25 Stubs boosts

Pitching is weaker, but offense carries the squad

Milwaukee Brewers

Fun offensive core: Yelich, Hiura, Adames

Pitching depth is limited; best used as a hybrid squad

Houston Astros

Balanced lineup with Brian Dubón and Craig Biggio captains

Solid roster depth

Atlanta Braves

Austin Riley and Tom Glavine’s captain combo is strong

Versatile lineup with reliable pitching core

Theme Team Pitfalls — Who Got the Short End?
Not every team saw major improvements. Some squads struggle to justify theme team builds:

Chicago Cubs: Nico Hoerner’s boosts focus on fielding, BB/9, and vision—stats less impactful than power/contact. Key players like Dansby Swanson and MLB The Show 25 Stubs for sale Pete Crow Armstrong don’t benefit enough to justify a build.