Bonus rewards are given for:

No losses in the run (aka a "Perfect Run")

Player performance milestones (e.g., 10 HRs with MLB The Show 25 Stubs a hitter, 20 Ks with a pitcher)

Using lower-rated squads (extra XP multipliers)

Best Strategies for GOAT Runs
1. Build a Balanced Squad
Avoid stacking only power hitters. You need contact, speed, and defense.

Prioritize players with high clutch and vision stats. These matter most against top-tier AI pitchers.

Defensive mistakes are punished in GOAT mode. Use fielders with 80+ fielding and strong arms.

Pitching Tips
Use off-speed pitches low and away to keep AI batters guessing.

Avoid predictable patterns. AI on GOAT will recognize and adjust quickly.

Prioritize pitchers with high control, stamina, and clutch stats.

Use your bullpen intelligently – don’t let starters go too deep.

Batting Approach
Sit on fastballs and adjust to off-speed.

Use Zone Hitting for better control of PCI placement.

Don’t swing early in the count unless it’s a hanger. The AI throws more junk in GOAT.

Plate discipline wins games: walk totals matter and get you XP bonuses too.

Smart Base Running
Avoid unnecessary steals unless you have elite speed and the pitcher is slow to the plate.

Use hit-and-run tactics occasionally to throw off the AI’s defensive timing.

Always take the extra base on outfielders with weak arms – use the in-game scouting info.

Suggested Loadout
If using a Ballplayer, equip them with:

Perks focused on Contact and Vision

Diamond-tier gear (Bat, Gloves, Cleats) with stat boosts to Power and Speed

Choose SS or CF archetypes for maximum defensive utility

Mindset and Run Management
If you lose a game early in the run, consider retreating and starting over to preserve resources.

Treat each game like a playoff match: no mercy, no mistakes.

Play at a time of day when you're most focused – fatigue will lead to MLB The Show 25 Stubs for sale poor PCI placement and errors.