MLB The Show 24 introduces a whopping 16 new legends to the game, allowing you to build your Diamond Dynasty team with a wider range of baseball greats. Here’s a breakdown of the confirmed new legends:
Hitters:
Josh Gibson: A legendary power hitter from the Negro Leagues, known for his incredible slugging percentage.
Buck Leonard: Another Negro Leagues legend, renowned for his consistent batting prowess.
Tony Oliva: A three-time batting champion with the Minnesota Twins, known for his sweet swing.
Paul O’Neill: A fiery competitor and World Series champion with the Cincinnati Reds and New York Yankees.
Bernie Williams: A five-time All-Star and World Series champion outfielder for the New York Yankees.
Andy Pettitte: A southpaw pitching legend with multiple World Series titles for the New York Yankees.
Pitchers:
Johan Santana: A two-time Cy Young Award winner known for his exceptional control and pinpoint accuracy.
Adrian Beltre: A future Hall of Famer and a versatile player who excelled at both hitting and defense.
Rafael Palmeiro: A prolific hitter with over 500 career home runs.
John Kruk: A fan favorite known for his grit and clutch hitting for the Philadelphia Phillies and San Diego Padres.
Richie Sexson: A powerful slugger with over 300 career home runs.
Other Players:
Rich Aurilia: A versatile infielder who played for several teams throughout his career.
Brian Dozier: A recent standout second baseman with the Minnesota Twins.
Returning Legends (Not an exhaustive list):
Hank Aaron
Willie Mays
Jackie Robinson
Derek Jeter
Mariano Rivera
David Ortiz
Many more!
Obtaining New Legends:
These new legends can be acquired through various methods in Diamond Dynasty mode:
Packs: Purchase card packs with Stubs (in-game currency) or earned rewards, with a chance of acquiring new legend cards.
Marketplace: Buy legend cards directly from other players using Stubs or tickets.
Completing Collections: Earning specific sets of cards might reward you with legend player cards.
Overall, the new legends in MLB The Show 24 offer exciting options for building your dream team and reliving baseball history. With these additions, you can experience the greatness of legendary players from different eras, all within the same game.