Pokémon Go is set to enhance the fan experience at Major League Baseball (MLB) stadiums with a new collaboration that introduces baseball-themed in-game rewards. This initiative begins on opening day of the 2025 season and will run for three years.
Fans attending games will find home team-branded PokéStops and Gyms throughout the stadiums. Additionally, players can explore various Routes for rewards during the games. Special theme nights will offer unique bonuses, including:
- In-game baseball caps for the home team
- Timed research missions
- Baseball ballpark backgrounds for Pikachu
The current schedule for theme nights includes:
- Cleveland Guardians – Friday, May 9
- Seattle Mariners – Wednesday, July 2
- Miami Marlins – Friday, July 18
- Milwaukee Brewers – Friday, July 25
- San Diego Padres – Monday, July 28
- Arizona Diamondbacks – Sunday, Aug. 10
- Chicago White Sox – Monday, Aug. 11
- Baltimore Orioles – Wednesday, Aug. 13
- New York Mets – Monday, Aug. 25
- Boston Red Sox – Friday, Aug. 29
- San Francisco Giants – Friday, Aug. 29
- Minnesota Twins – Sunday, Aug. 31
- Texas Rangers – Sunday, Sep. 7
This collaboration aims to create a unique blend of digital gameplay and the live sports experience, allowing fans to connect over their shared interests in Pokémon and baseball. For more details, visit the original article on Polygon.