MLB The Show 25: College vs. Pro in Road to the Show

*MLB The Show 25* has arrived, and with it comes a fresh take on the beloved Road to the Show mode, where you can live out your ultimate baseball dream. One of the biggest decisions you'll face is whether to head straight to the pros or take the college route. Let's delve into the details to help you decide.

In *MLB The Show 25*, your Road to the Show journey begins as a high school player with a crucial choice on the horizon. Scouts from top colleges and major league teams are watching your every move, eager to recruit you. The decision comes at the end of your high school career, during a state title run. Regardless of whether your team wins or loses, you'll have conversations with scouts that will shape your future. Your performance in these high school games and at the MLB Combine will boost your draft stock and attract more schools.

After the MLB Combine, you'll commit to a school, and the draft will occur. Even if you're leaning towards college, a professional team will still draft you. Here's what *MLB The Show 25* offers for each path, as shared by The Escapist:

• If I Go Pro:
  • Receive a signing bonus of 5 Tokens
  • Reduced chance of being fast-tracked to the Major Leagues
  • Begin your 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 your pro career as a 21-year-old after your college career is completed

Ultimately, your choice depends on your personal preferences. If you've spent countless seasons grinding through the minor leagues in past games, the college path might be refreshing. The allure of being the #1 overall pick and entering the pros as a more developed player could be enticing. However, if you relish the challenge of climbing from the bottom to the majors, going pro right away might suit you better.

The Escapist chose the college route, enticed by the chance to be the top draft pick and the excitement of a college championship run. Plus, the game fast-forwards to your third year, so you won't spend too long away from professional baseball. This way, you get the best of both worlds.

So, whether you decide to go to college or go pro in *MLB The Show 25* Road to the Show, the choice is yours. For more tips, check out the best pitching settings for this new sports game.

*MLB The Show 25 is now in Early Access on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X|S.*