The May Spotlight Program in MLB The Show 25 is a mixed bag- starting slow with a lackluster Drop 1 but bouncing back with a much more promising Drop 2. For players grinding Diamond Dynasty or simply looking to maximize XP gains with solid rewards, understanding the key cards and missions in both drops is essential.

Let's dive into what each drop offers and how to get the most value out of this month's Spotlight content.

Drop 2- A Clear Step Forward

After a weak showing in early May, Drop 2 refreshes the program with a noticeable boost in quality. Whether you're hunting parallel XP, completing stat missions, or just looking for new cards to try out, this drop brings some legitimate firepower.

Top Spotlight Reward: Jasson Dominguez

·Position: OF

·Hitting: Upgraded significantly from his first diamond

·Base Running: No longer a major threat on the basepaths

·Swing: Still one of the smoothest switch-hitting swings in the game

While Dominguez has lost some of his speed-based value, his improved bat and positional flexibility make him one of the more useful spotlight rewards to date. He fits right into many outfield rotations or serves as a high-impact bench bat against any handedness.

Drop 2 Spotlight Cards (From Free Pack)

If you're lucky, the Drop 2 pack might yield one of these two standout cards:

Willson Contreras (Spotlight Version)

·Primary Position: 1B (also eligible at C)

·Hitting: 100 clutch, lowest stat is 84 power vs LHP

·Speed: 54, solid for a catcher-type

·Takeaway: A strong, versatile bat that plays up in RBI situations. Good fit for budget teams or those in need of C/1B depth.

Danny Coulombe (Spotlight Version)

·Primary Position: LHP

·Notable Stats:

·114 H/9

·98 control on key pitches

·95–99 pitch break on cutter, sweeper, and knuckle-curve

·Takeaway: One of the better bullpen arms currently available without needing to dip into stub-heavy sets. A meta-relevant lefty who can give you confidence late in games.

May Spotlight 2 Stat Missions

To progress through the program quickly, you'll need to complete the following objectives:

·1,000 PXP with Drop 2 players

·350 PXP with Topps Now Matthew Lugo

·350 PXP with Topps Now Stephen Kolek

·350 PXP with Spotlight Kyle Stowers

·12 total bases with primary LF

·5 extra-base hits with primary 1B

·10 strikeouts with primary SPs

·10 HR with Yankees

·24 total bases with Cardinals players

Tip: Stack your lineup with Dominguez, Contreras, and Lugo, and focus on Conquest or Mini Seasons for faster PXP grinding.

Drop 1- Mostly Misses

In contrast to Drop 2, May Spotlight Drop 1 was underwhelming and lacked any standout talent. Still, for completionists, there's some XP to be earned here- just don't expect these cards to stay in your lineup for long.

Spotlight Cards in Drop 1:

·Kyle Stowers (Spotlight)- Okay, bat, nothing stands out.

·Topps Now Kyle Manzardo- Good pop from both sides, but poor defense and speed.

·Topps Now Zach Agnos- Middle-tier bullpen option. Has a cutter/sweeper combo but lacks effectiveness in tougher games.

Drop 1 Pack Analysis

The free pack included in Drop 1 offered limited upside. No true meta cards, mostly consisting of:

·Contact-heavy, platoon-only bats

·Pitchers lacking velocity or movement

·Topps Now Gunnar Hoglund as the "best" of the bunch- solid pitch mix but lacking competitive-tier stats

May Spotlight 1 Stat Missions

Still want to knock out Drop 1? Here's what you'll need to do:

·1,000 PXP with Drop 1 players

·350 PXP with Kyle Manzardo

·350 PXP with Zach Agnos

·5 XBH with primary RFs

·12 total bases with primary CFs

·7 hits with primary 3B

·10 HR with Marlins

·15 strikeouts with Twins pitchers

Twins' Live Series arms like Joe Ryan and Bailey Ober are easy to use vs CPU. For Marlins HRs, Jorge Soler is a top pick.

Final Thoughts: Drop 2 Saves the Program

The May Spotlight Program in MLB The Show 25 is a tale of two drops:

·Drop 1 offers minimal impact with filler cards and forgettable stat missions.

·Drop 2 delivers a strong top-end reward in Jasson Dominguez and two potentially useful Spotlight cards in Willson Contreras and Danny Coulombe.

If your time is limited, focus on Drop 2. The cards are better, the grind is more rewarding, and you're getting players who can help even in high-level Diamond Dynasty play.

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