Postseason Avalanche: September Spotlight Drop 4, Wild Card & Retro Programs Flood Diamond Dynasty
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A landmark weekend delivers Lightning collections, Retro Postseason throwbacks, and a mountain of ninety-nine overall talent across every corner of Diamond Dynasty.
This is one of those content drops that demands you sit down and make a priority list before you do anything else. Between the final chapter of the September Spotlight program series, a brand-new Wild Card program celebrating the Phillies–Braves matchup, two full Retro Postseason programs, three previously released Wild Card programs now in the spotlight, a milestone card for a shortstop legend, and the deep grind of the Multiplayer program, the sheer volume of earnable cards this weekend is staggering.
For grinders, the Multiplayer program looms largest — it is by far the most XP-intensive offering in the JSON, but it also delivers the most diverse and historically rich reward pool. Plan your energy accordingly, because spreading yourself too thin across all of these simultaneously is a recipe for finishing none of them.
September Spotlight Drop 4
The September Spotlight Drop Four program is the capstone of the month-long Spotlight series, and it is absolutely worth prioritizing for anyone who has been following along since Drop One. The reward ladder is the most generous of the four drops, and the total XP requirement is manageable enough that dedicated players can clear it in a single focused session. The task breakdown mixes moments, repeatable XP tasks, and collection tasks, giving you flexibility in how you chip away at it.
The program card that should have everyone talking is Riley Greene out of left field for Detroit. His left-handed contact and left-handed power sit at the absolute ceiling, and a quirk loadout that includes Breaking Ball Hitter, Dead Red, and Table Setter makes him a nightmare for pitchers to approach with anything but perfection. Situational Hitter and Night Player only add more upside. His OpScore numbers across all three difficulty brackets are legitimately elite.
Christian Encarnacion at third base is another strong pickup — his left-handed power is exceptional and his right-handed contact is maxed out, giving him genuine switch-hitting versatility that many corner infielders lack. Griffin Conine is a pure right-field slugger who favors the left side of the plate; the contact differential between his left and right splits is unusually wide, so you will want him locked into favorable matchups. A.J. Ewing at center field is the speed option in this group, bringing maxed sprint ability alongside genuinely strong right-handed contact — a rare combination at the position.
On the pitching side, Connor Prielipp is a starting pitcher whose control and break are both at the ceiling, with velocity that sits just a tick below max but still projects as one of the better starters available at this stage of the game. Seranthony Domínguez as a reliever is even more filthy — his velocity matches his control at the top of the chart, making him a late-game weapon that rivals any closer in the game. Completing this program also unlocks your ability to pursue the Lightning Carter Jensen collection, which is reason enough alone to finish it.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | September Spotlight Week 2 Pack | pack |
| 20 | September Spotlight Week 3 Pack | pack |
| 30 | Bo Davidson (97 RF) | card |
| 40 | Jedixson Páez (97 RP) | card |
| 50 | September Topps Now Choice Pack | pack |
| 60 | 10,000 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 70 | Seranthony Domínguez (99 RP) | card |
| 80 | Connor Prielipp (99 SP) | card |
| 90 | A.J. Ewing (99 CF) | card |
| 100 | Griffin Conine (99 RF) | card |
| 110 | 10,000 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 120 | September Spotlight Monthly Pack | pack |
| 130 | Christian Encarnacion (99 3B) | card |
| 140 | Riley Greene (99 LF) | card |
| 500 | September Spotlight Player Pack | pack |
Cost: 500 program XP to finish · 7 missions · 8 moments · 3 collection tasks
All September Spotlight Drop 4 rewards →
Phillies vs. Braves Program
Austin Riley is the headliner here, and the DiamondOps data makes a compelling case for him. His right-handed power is exceptional, his left-handed contact is strong, and a clutch rating well into the triple digits backs up his reputation as a big-moment performer. The quirk combo of First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, and Fighter gives him multiple paths to inflict damage, while Day Player is a nice bonus for the appropriate matchup. His OpScore reads as one of the more impressive among all the headline cards in this drop — particularly at the All-Star level where it crests above the competition. Alec Bohm and Andrew Painter provide solid depth for third base and the bullpen respectively, while Chris Sale at closer is a near-perfect pitcher whose velocity, control, and break all reach the ceiling simultaneously — he is frankly one of the best closer options released this week.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Andrew Painter (99 RP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 10 | Chris Sale (99 CP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 15 | Alec Bohm (99 3B) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 25 | Austin Riley (99 3B) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 25 program XP to finish · 4 missions · 5 moments · 1 collection task
All Phillies vs. Braves Program rewards →
Retro Division Series Program
The Retro Division Series program is a Show Classics affair that leans into October nostalgia with some genuinely impactful cards. The structure mirrors the Phillies vs. Braves program in terms of task variety — a healthy mix of moments and XP tasks — but with a slightly higher ceiling on total XP, meaning you will need to put in a bit more work before Anthony Santander unlocks at the end of the path.
Santander is the prize and he earns it. His right-handed contact sits near the top of the scale, right-handed power is elite, and a clutch rating that towers over average makes him a lineup staple rather than a bench piece. The quirk combination of First-Pitch Hitter, Breaking Ball Hitter, and Rally Monkey ensures he remains dangerous in pressure situations. His OpScore is impressively consistent across all three difficulty settings, indicating a card that performs well regardless of who you are playing against. Earlier in the reward path, Gleyber Torres arrives as a shortstop with monstrous power — his right-handed power is maxed out, which is unusual for the position — though his speed is the clear trade-off. Logan Webb as a starter pairs near-perfect control and break with modest velocity, making him a command-and-movement option for pitchers who favor finesse over heat. Rhys Hoskins rounds out the first-base coverage with a well-rounded power profile from both sides.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Rhys Hoskins (99 1B) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Logan Webb (99 SP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 30 | Gleyber Torres (99 SS) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 40 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 50 | Anthony Santander (99 RF) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 50 program XP to finish · 4 missions · 10 moments
All Retro Division Series Program rewards →
White Sox vs. Astros Program
Chase Meidroth is the program's standout reward, and the DiamondOps data confirms he is genuinely special. His fielding at second base is near-perfect, his left-handed contact is maxed, and his vision and discipline are both in elite territory — all qualities that make him a table-setting machine at the top of any lineup. The OpScore data is particularly striking for Meidroth: his numbers grow as you move up the difficulty ladder, suggesting he is most dangerous in the most competitive modes. Seven quirks — including Road Warrior, Bad Ball Hitter, Fighter, and Situational Hitter — give him extraordinary situational coverage. Jeremy Peña as a shortstop brings maxed sprint speed alongside above-average contact and power, making him a two-way threat at a premium defensive position.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Cam Smith (99 RF) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 10 | 3x Ballin' is a Habit Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 15 | Jeremy Peña (99 SS) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 25 | Chase Meidroth (99 2B) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 25 program XP to finish · 6 missions · 5 moments · 1 collection task
All White Sox vs. Astros Program rewards →
Red Sox vs. Yankees Program
The Red Sox vs. Yankees program follows the same efficient structure as the other Wild Card programs and represents another low-friction path to high-quality cards. Collection task, moments, and XP tasks keep the variety intact, and the total XP cap is identical to the other short Wild Card programs — very achievable in a single play session.
Ben Rice is the headliner and he might be the most versatile power hitter in the Wild Card program batch. His contact and power from both sides are in strong territory, and a clutch rating that is among the highest of the Wild Card program rewards makes him a preferred option with runners in scoring position. His OpScore at the All-Star level is the highest among all headline cards in this weekend's data — a remarkable mark. Quirks like Unfazed, Fighter, Pinch Hitter, and Night Player add a layer of role flexibility, meaning he can slot anywhere from cleanup to pinch-hit specialist. Austin Wells at catcher brings balanced contact from both sides and is one of the few catchers in recent programs who does not sacrifice offense for defensive positioning.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Willson Contreras (99 1B) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 10 | 1,000 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 15 | Austin Wells (99 C) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 25 | Ben Rice (99 1B) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 25 program XP to finish · 6 missions · 5 moments · 1 collection task
All Red Sox vs. Yankees Program rewards →
Cubs vs. Padres Program
The Cubs vs. Padres program delivers another pair of strong positional pieces through a familiar compact structure. The task list is short and the XP bar is low, so players who clear the other Wild Card programs will have little trouble adding this one to the checklist before the weekend is over.
Gavin Sheets as a first baseman is the top reward, and his right-handed power is maxed out — a trait that jumps off the page for anyone hunting lineup pieces who can anchor the middle of the order. His OpScore leads all Wild Card program rewards and holds up well even at the Legend difficulty tier. Eight quirks including First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Bad Ball Hitter, and Situational Hitter mean there is almost no at-bat scenario where Sheets lacks an applicable bonus. Nico Hoerner at second base takes the opposite philosophical approach: his right-handed contact is maxed and his speed is well above average, making him a top-of-order contact hitter who can leg out extra bases. Joe Musgrove opens the reward path as a reliever with elite break and solid control — a useful late-inning arm despite the lower velocity reading.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5 | Joe Musgrove (99 RP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 10 | 3x Ballin' is a Habit Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 15 | Nico Hoerner (99 2B) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 25 | Gavin Sheets (99 1B) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 25 program XP to finish · 4 missions · 5 moments · 1 collection task
All Cubs vs. Padres Program rewards →
Retro Wild Card Program
The Retro Wild Card program is the Show Classics companion to the live Wild Card series, drawing on memorable October performances from years past. It carries the same task depth as the Retro Division Series program — moments and XP tasks with no collection requirement — and pays out generously for the time spent.
Giancarlo Stanton closes the reward path and is immediately one of the most imposing power hitters in the entire drop. His right-handed power is at the absolute ceiling and his left-handed power is only marginally below that benchmark — that combination is rare at any position. Quirks like Dead Red, Breaking Ball Hitter, and Fighter give him coverage against a wide variety of approaches, and Road Warrior and Unfazed ensure that environment and pitcher mentality cannot neutralize him. His OpScore at the Hall of Fame tier reaches triple digits, which is the mark of a card that will remain relevant well into the competitive season. George Kirby at closer is genuinely scary — all three pitching categories are maxed — and Royce Lewis at third base brings a nice blend of speed and power from the right side. Aaron Bummer opens the path as a reliever with excellent break and solid velocity.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 10 | Aaron Bummer (99 RP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 20 | Royce Lewis (99 3B) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 30 | George Kirby (99 CP) + 1,000 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
| 40 | Deluxe Choice Pack + 1,000 Reward XP | pack + reward XP |
| 50 | Giancarlo Stanton (99 LF) + 2,026 Reward XP | card + reward XP |
Cost: 50 program XP to finish · 4 missions · 8 moments
All Retro Wild Card Program rewards →
Francisco Lindor
The Francisco Lindor Milestone program is a relatively short but meaningful grind that celebrates one of the more remarkable offensive accomplishments for a primary shortstop in modern baseball history. The task structure is balanced between moments, XP tasks, and a single collection requirement, with packs scattered along the path to keep the journey rewarding before you reach the card.
The Milestone Lindor is an outstanding shortstop who earns his place on any competitive roster on defensive merit alone — his fielding rating is near-perfect, which combined with his above-average speed makes him one of the best glovemen at the position in the game right now. Offensively, his contact is well-balanced from both sides and his power is identical from either plate stance, making him predictably dangerous in any matchup. A clutch rating above the average threshold and quirks including Unfazed, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Night Player, and Table Setter — eight total — make him one of the most situationally equipped cards of the week. His OpScore climbs as difficulty increases, which confirms he is built to perform in the most competitive modes rather than just padding stats at lower settings.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 50 | 2,500 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 100 | The Show Pack | pack |
| 150 | 2,500 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 200 | Ballin' is a Habit Pack | pack |
| 250 | 2,500 Reward XP | reward XP |
| 300 | Francisco Lindor (99 SS) | card |
Cost: 300 program XP to finish · 5 missions · 5 moments · 1 collection task
All Francisco Lindor rewards →
Multiplayer 8 Program
The Multiplayer program is the marathon of the weekend — its total XP requirement dwarfs every other program in this drop by a wide margin, and it is built entirely around XP tasks with no moments or collections to break things up. That structure rewards pure time investment and consistent online play, so casual players may want to set realistic expectations about how far they can realistically climb before the program ends.
The reward path is stacked with stubs, packs of ascending quality, and four landmark player cards. Pop Lloyd arrives at the midpoint as a Negro Leagues shortstop whose contact from both sides is maxed and whose speed falls just short of elite — an extraordinary all-contact profile that will appeal to players who want a leadoff machine at short. His power is the only relative weakness, but at that contact floor it hardly matters. Peanut Johnson as a starting pitcher mirrors what the program's pitching rewards have established this week — near-perfect control and break with adequate velocity — and the Negro Leagues context makes him a distinctive addition to any historically minded roster.
Fred McGriff at first base is a Hall of Fame reward with above-average contact and power from both sides — a well-rounded cleanup option without a glaring weakness. Rollie Fingers as a closer rounds out the named cards with a classic command-and-break profile that makes him reliable in late-game situations despite modest velocity. The endgame reward of a massive pack bundle and a substantial stubs payout gives high-achieving grinders additional incentive to push toward the top of the ladder. For anyone with significant time to invest this weekend, this program offers the best overall value in the drop — but it demands genuine commitment.
| Program XP | Reward | Type |
|---|---|---|
| 5000 | The Show Pack | pack |
| 10000 | Pop Lloyd (99 SS) + 10,000 Stubs | card + stubs |
| 15000 | 5 The Show Packs | pack |
| 20000 | Headliners Pack | pack |
| 25000 | 1,500 Stubs | stubs |
| 30000 | Deluxe Choice Pack | pack |
| 35000 | Peanut Johnson (99 SP) + 10,000 Stubs | card + stubs |
| 40000 | The JUMBO Show Pack | pack |
| 45000 | 1,500 Stubs | stubs |
| 50000 | Goose On The Loose | unlockable |
| 55000 | Ballin' is a Habit Pack | pack |
| 60000 | Fred McGriff (99 1B) | card |
| 65000 | The JUMBO Show Pack | pack |
| 70000 | 10,000 Stubs | stubs |
| 75000 | Ballin' is a Habit Pack | pack |
| 80000 | Premier Choice Pack | pack |
| 85000 | Rollie Fingers (99 CP) | card |
| 90000 | Ballin' is a Habit Pack | pack |
| 95000 | 2,500 Stubs | stubs |
| 100000 | 15,000 Stubs | stubs |
| 110000 | Premier Choice Pack | pack |
| 120000 | Bernie Williams (99 CF) | card |
| 130000 | 3,000 Stubs | stubs |
| 140000 | Reward + 15,000 Stubs | pack + stubs |
| 150000 | 50 The Show Packs | pack |
Cost: 150,000 program XP to finish · 23 missions
All Multiplayer 8 Program rewards →
Final Regular Season Roster Update – Attributes
This is the last round of Live Series attribute tuning for the regular season, which means the cards you see now largely represent the final state of the base roster going into the postseason period. Over seven hundred players received adjustments, and two players earned Diamond promotions — Mookie Betts and Cade Smith — while a substantial group of players made the jump to Gold status. For collectors who rely on Live Series cards to round out their Diamond Dynasty lineups, now is the time to check whether your Live Series picks have been upgraded before investing further in their replacements.
This update is particularly relevant for players in conquest and other game modes that rely heavily on Live Series cards, as well as anyone chasing team affinity rewards that scale with the overall ratings of their Live Series pieces. The Gold promotions this cycle span multiple positions and teams, so it is worth reviewing the full list to see whether any of your current lineup pieces now qualify for upgraded bonuses or collection thresholds.
Cards: Over "700" player adjustments with new Diamonds and Golds
Cards: New Diamonds: Mookie Betts and Cade Smith
Source: the official post.
September Spotlight Lightning Collection
The Lightning Collection is the payoff for everyone who has been patiently collecting September Spotlight Program player cards across all four drops. With Drop Four now live, the full set of required cards — Teoscar Hernandez, Adael Amador, Brandon Lowe, and Riley Greene — is accessible, meaning Carter Jensen is now within reach for any player who completed or can quickly complete Drops One through Four. Jensen as a catcher brings extraordinary power and excellent contact from both sides, making him one of the more complete catchers available at this stage of the game cycle.
For players who have not kept up with every drop, the good news is that Spotlight collection cards can often be acquired through the marketplace or pack openings — this weekend's abundance of Spotlight packs in various program reward paths creates additional entry points. Whether you grind or buy your way to thirteen collected cards, Jensen is a worthy destination for any lineup that needs an elite catcher.
Where to find it: Collect September Spotlight Program player cards from Drops "1" through "4" in Spotlight Collections
Source: the official post.
September Retro Lightning Collection
The Retro Lightning Collection follows the same collection mechanic but targets September Spotlight Pack cards from all four drops rather than the program cards. The path rewards you first with Brett Baty at first base before culminating in Lance Berkman at the collection ceiling. Berkman as a right fielder brings maxed right-handed contact and strong power from both sides, while his speed is above average for a corner outfielder — the hallmark of his historically excellent all-around game.
The intermediate reward of Brett Baty makes the early portion of the collection feel efficient — you are earning a usable card before you even hit the final threshold. Players who have been opening Spotlight packs throughout the month should already be partway toward the requirement. Those starting fresh will need to prioritize Spotlight pack acquisition this weekend, either through the Regular Season Finale Event rewards or via the marketplace.
Where to find it: Collect September Spotlight Pack player cards from Drops "1" through "4" in Spotlight Collections
Rewards: Spotlight Series Brett Baty, 1B, NYM ("99" OVR) at "8" collected, then Retro Lightning Lance Berkman at "13" collected
Source: the official post.
Regular Season Finale Event Program
The Regular Season Finale Event is the activity hub tying the bulk of this weekend's content together. It accepts a broad coalition of lineup types — Postseason teams, Postseason Series, Show Classics, Awards Series, and even Live Series Commons at the Bronze tier — which gives it one of the most flexible lineup construction requirements of any current event. That accessibility makes it especially attractive for newer players or those who have not yet accumulated a deep collection of premium cards.
The event's reward path includes packs from all four September Spotlight drops as well as a September Spotlight Any Pack, which means participating in the event actively accelerates your progress toward both Lightning collections simultaneously. For players juggling collection targets and program grinds, routing at least some of their play time through this event is a highly efficient strategy this weekend.
Where to find it: Build a lineup using "2026" Postseason Teams, Postseason Series, The Show Classics Series, Awards Series, and Live Series Commons Bronze cards
Rewards: Earn XP, packs including September Spotlight Packs from Drops "1" through "4", and a September Spotlight Any Pack
Source: the official post.
All Regular Season Finale Event Program rewards →
Chase Pack 29
Chase Pack twenty-nine features Mike Trout as an Awards Series center fielder — a twelve-time All-Star and three-time league MVP whose card carries the weight of those accolades. Every Chase Pack guarantees at least one Diamond player with a chance to pull the featured card directly, making it a high-upside pack for anyone who finds or earns one. The three acquisition paths — the XP Reward Path Wheel, the fifty-pack bundle, or as a random inclusion in individual Show Packs — mean there is no single mandatory purchase required to chase him.
For players targeting Trout specifically, the most reliable free path is advancing through the eighth inning of the XP Reward Path to reach the Wheel spin. Casual players who happen to open individual packs this weekend will also have an organic shot. As a featured chase player rather than a program reward, Trout will be a market mover if he turns up in players' collections, and demand for his card will likely be high throughout the week.
Featured player: Awards Series Mike Trout, CF, LAA ("99" OVR)
Rewards: Guarantees one Diamond player with a chance to pull the featured player Awards Series Mike Trout
Source: the official post.
Ranked 8
Ranked Season Eight has arrived and placed two Red Diamond rewards at the very top of the competitive ladder — Lou Boudreau at shortstop for Cleveland and Vladimir Guerrero as a right fielder. Red Diamond cards represent the highest tier of reward in ranked play and are built to outperform standard ninety-nine overall cards in direct competition. Reaching the top of the leaderboard to claim both requires exceptional skill and sustained competitive performance over the full ranked season.
For most players, these cards will serve as aspirational targets rather than practical goals — the ranked grind to reach the leaderboard summit is among the most demanding in the game. That said, even reaching intermediate ranked tiers during Season Eight typically pays out useful rewards, so engaging with ranked play this week has value regardless of whether the Red Diamonds are genuinely in reach.
Leaderboard reward: Two Red Diamond "99" OVR rewards at the top: Lou Boudreau, SS, CLE and Vladimir Guerrero, RF, WSH
Source: the official post.
New cards
| Card | OVR | Series | Position | Key attributes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bo Davidson | 97 | Topps Now | RF | Contact R/L 109/88 · Power R/L 105/74 · Speed 81 |
| Jedixson Páez | 97 | Topps Now | RP | Velocity 76 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Seranthony Domínguez | 99 | Spotlight | RP | Velocity 99 · Control 99 · Break 92 |
| Connor Prielipp | 99 | Spotlight | SP | Velocity 96 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| A.J. Ewing | 99 | Spotlight | CF | Contact R/L 125/100 · Power R/L 100/71 · Speed 99 |
| Griffin Conine | 99 | Spotlight | RF | Contact R/L 109/116 · Power R/L 116/104 · Speed 62 |
| Christian Encarnacion | 99 | Spotlight | 3B | Contact R/L 125/108 · Power R/L 87/120 · Speed 58 |
| Riley Greene | 99 | Spotlight | LF | Contact R/L 117/125 · Power R/L 88/125 · Speed 63 |
| Andrew Painter | 99 | 2026 Postseason | RP | Velocity 99 · Control 97 · Break 99 |
| Chris Sale | 99 | 2026 Postseason | CP | Velocity 99 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Alec Bohm | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 3B | Contact R/L 110/121 · Power R/L 101/100 · Speed 56 |
| Austin Riley | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 3B | Contact R/L 105/113 · Power R/L 121/101 · Speed 74 |
| Rhys Hoskins | 99 | The Show Classics | 1B | Contact R/L 112/104 · Power R/L 118/110 · Speed 50 |
| Logan Webb | 99 | The Show Classics | SP | Velocity 89 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Gleyber Torres | 99 | The Show Classics | SS | Contact R/L 105/115 · Power R/L 125/109 · Speed 40 |
| Anthony Santander | 99 | The Show Classics | RF | Contact R/L 121/110 · Power R/L 116/105 · Speed 49 |
| Cam Smith | 99 | 2026 Postseason | RF | Contact R/L 106/90 · Power R/L 111/96 · Speed 96 |
| Jeremy Peña | 99 | 2026 Postseason | SS | Contact R/L 116/105 · Power R/L 112/90 · Speed 99 |
| Chase Meidroth | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 2B | Contact R/L 116/125 · Power R/L 97/100 · Speed 71 |
| Willson Contreras | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 1B | Contact R/L 101/108 · Power R/L 104/115 · Speed 69 |
| Austin Wells | 99 | 2026 Postseason | C | Contact R/L 116/117 · Power R/L 100/92 · Speed 48 |
| Ben Rice | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 1B | Contact R/L 114/110 · Power R/L 117/108 · Speed 61 |
| Joe Musgrove | 99 | 2026 Postseason | RP | Velocity 81 · Control 90 · Break 99 |
| Nico Hoerner | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 2B | Contact R/L 125/116 · Power R/L 85/78 · Speed 86 |
| Gavin Sheets | 99 | 2026 Postseason | 1B | Contact R/L 115/90 · Power R/L 125/100 · Speed 58 |
| Aaron Bummer | 99 | The Show Classics | RP | Velocity 95 · Control 88 · Break 99 |
| Royce Lewis | 99 | The Show Classics | 3B | Contact R/L 116/105 · Power R/L 116/91 · Speed 80 |
| George Kirby | 99 | The Show Classics | CP | Velocity 99 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Giancarlo Stanton | 99 | The Show Classics | LF | Contact R/L 110/107 · Power R/L 125/120 · Speed 61 |
| Francisco Lindor | 99 | Milestone | SS | Contact R/L 107/110 · Power R/L 102/102 · Speed 83 |
| Pop Lloyd | 99 | The Negro Leagues | SS | Contact R/L 125/125 · Power R/L 83/80 · Speed 89 |
| Peanut Johnson | 99 | The Negro Leagues | SP | Velocity 89 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Fred McGriff | 99 | Hall of Fame | 1B | Contact R/L 119/107 · Power R/L 117/102 · Speed 59 |
| Rollie Fingers | 99 | Awards | CP | Velocity 90 · Control 99 · Break 99 |
| Bernie Williams | 99 | Milestone | CF | Contact R/L 125/125 · Power R/L 96/100 · Speed 76 |
| Carter Jensen | 99 | Spotlight | C | Contact R/L 118/106 · Power R/L 125/111 · Speed 71 |
| Lance Berkman | 99 | Spotlight | RF | Contact R/L 125/112 · Power R/L 113/104 · Speed 76 |
Riley Greene
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 98.7 · Hall of Fame 100.8 · Legend 99.4
Quirks: Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Breaking Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Night Player, Table Setter
Riley Greene is the September Spotlight Drop Four program's marquee reward and one of the more complete left fielders made available through a free grind this year. His left-handed contact and left-handed power are both at the ceiling, and his right-handed contact is also in elite territory — making him a legitimate threat from every spot in the lineup regardless of what the opposing pitcher brings. His vision is solid, his discipline is maxed, and a clutch rating that towers above most peers ensures he does not wilt when the game is on the line.
What separates Greene from other contact-first outfielders is the depth of his quirk portfolio. Seven quirks covering Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Breaking Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Night Player, and Table Setter means there is almost no game environment where at least two or three of those bonuses are not active. His OpScore at Hall of Fame difficulty is the highest of his three tracked tiers, confirming he is built for the sharpest competition. The only trade-off is a speed number in the low-to-mid range, meaning you will not be running him in unconventional base situations — but that is a very minor concession for a bat this good.
Austin Riley
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 105.8 · Hall of Fame 105.1 · Legend 103.5
Quirks: Homebody, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Fighter, Day Player
The clutch rating is particularly notable — it is one of the highest among all cards featured this weekend, fitting for a player whose real-life postseason reputation has been built on big-game moments. The quirk set of Homebody, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Fighter, and Day Player is streamlined but highly effective, particularly for players who build their lineups around home stadium advantages. His OpScore places him among the elite third basemen in the game at the All-Star level, and the slight decline at higher difficulties simply reflects the balanced nature of his build rather than any inherent weakness.
Anthony Santander
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 100.8 · Hall of Fame 101.2 · Legend 99.8
Quirks: Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Breaking Ball Hitter, Rally Monkey, Day Player
Anthony Santander's Show Classics card celebrates a memorable postseason run and delivers a right-field profile that prioritizes contact and clutch production over raw speed. His right-handed contact sits near the top of the scale, right-handed power is elite, and a clutch rating that approaches the top tier makes him one of the more reliable situational hitters in any lineup construction. Fielding at eighty is above average for the position, adding a small but meaningful defensive contribution.
Five quirks — Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Breaking Ball Hitter, Rally Monkey, and Day Player — create an interesting profile for players who like to put pressure on opposing bullpens in the later innings. Rally Monkey in particular is a quirk that compounds in value the more baserunners you have on when Santander comes to bat. His OpScore is remarkably consistent across all difficulty settings, hovering right around the century mark regardless of bracket — a sign that this card does not have a preferred environment, it simply produces wherever you put it.
Chase Meidroth
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 103.1 · Hall of Fame 107.1 · Legend 107.3
Quirks: Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Breaking Ball Hitter, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Day Player
Chase Meidroth is the White Sox vs. Astros program's top card and arguably the best second baseman available through a free program grind this weekend. His defensive rating at the keystone is near-perfect, his left-handed contact is maxed, and both his vision and discipline sit at or above a hundred — a combination that makes him one of the best on-base options in the game at any position. His power profile leans moderate rather than explosive, but with contact and patience this elite, that is a worthwhile trade.
Seven quirks offer exceptional situational coverage: Road Warrior, First-Pitch Hitter, Breaking Ball Hitter, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, and Day Player collectively mean Meidroth can punish almost any pitch in almost any count. His OpScore data is the most compelling part of the package — it climbs meaningfully as difficulty increases, which is a hallmark of cards built for the most competitive modes. For ranked play and other high-stakes content, Meidroth may well be the best second baseman in this entire drop.
Ben Rice
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 110.8 · Hall of Fame 108.6 · Legend 104.7
Quirks: Homebody, Dead Red, Unfazed, Fighter, Situational Hitter, Pinch Hitter, Night Player
Ben Rice arrives as the Red Sox vs. Yankees program's headline reward and immediately establishes himself as one of the more interesting power-hitting first basemen in this drop. His contact and power from both sides are all in strong territory — nothing is maxed, but nothing is a liability either — creating a balanced profile that projects well against both left- and right-handed pitching without needing to platoon.
The OpScore at the All-Star tier is the highest of any headline card in this weekend's data, which is a remarkable achievement for a player card from a compact Wild Card program. Seven quirks including Homebody, Dead Red, Unfazed, Fighter, Situational Hitter, Pinch Hitter, and Night Player create a card that excels in pressure situations — Unfazed, Fighter, and Situational Hitter together form a clutch-performance trifecta. The Pinch Hitter quirk opens lineup flexibility for players who want to deploy Rice off the bench in key moments rather than starting him every game.
Gavin Sheets
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 111.5 · Hall of Fame 108.8 · Legend 105.2
Quirks: Homebody, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Pinch Hitter, Night Player
Gavin Sheets earns top billing among the Cubs vs. Padres program rewards, and the OpScore data backs up the excitement — his All-Star tier reading is among the highest of all headline cards this weekend, and it holds up respectably at Legend difficulty too. His right-handed power is maxed, right-handed contact is strong, and left-handed power is at an even hundred — this is a card built to punish right-handed pitching with ferocity while remaining dangerous against lefties.
Eight quirks make Sheets one of the most situationally versatile cards in the drop: Homebody, First-Pitch Hitter, Dead Red, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Pinch Hitter, and Night Player collectively cover nearly every scenario a lineup manager might want addressed. The combination of maxed power from the right side, a triple-digit clutch rating, and Situational Hitter means Sheets will be a weapon whenever there are runners on base. Speed is the meaningful concession — this is a slow-footed slugger who wins with the bat — but for any lineup looking to maximize damage in traditional cleanup situations, he is an exceptional option.
Giancarlo Stanton
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 105.3 · Hall of Fame 100 · Legend 96.4
Quirks: Road Warrior, Dead Red, Breaking Ball Hitter, Unfazed, Fighter, Night Player
Giancarlo Stanton's Show Classics card from the Retro Wild Card program is precisely what you would expect from a player whose defining characteristic has always been raw, terrifying power. His right-handed power is at the absolute ceiling and his left-handed power is only a few ticks below that mark — making him arguably the most powerful hitter available through a free program grind this weekend. Contact from both sides is in solid territory, and his fielding is above average for a left fielder.
The quirk set — Road Warrior, Dead Red, Breaking Ball Hitter, Unfazed, Fighter, and Night Player — is well-suited to a player who wins at-bats through sheer force rather than patience. Dead Red and Breaking Ball Hitter together mean there is no pitch type that neutralizes him, while Unfazed and Fighter maintain that edge through full counts and high-pressure situations. The OpScore at Hall of Fame difficulty just reaches triple digits, which combined with the power ceiling makes him the most imposing left-field option in this content wave for players who value brute-force offense.
Francisco Lindor
DiamondOps rating (OpScore): All-Star 106.8 · Hall of Fame 107.7 · Legend 107.6
Quirks: Homebody, Dead Red, Unfazed, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Night Player, Table Setter
Francisco Lindor's Milestone card is the kind of reward that earns its place in competitive lineups through defensive excellence rather than overwhelming offensive numbers. His fielding at shortstop is near-perfect, his speed is above average, and his vision is at the ceiling — a combination that makes him one of the most complete defensive shortstops available through any program this cycle. Offensively, his contact is balanced from both sides and his power is identical regardless of stance, which removes the typical risk of handedness-based platoon disadvantage.
The most impressive aspect of Lindor's card may be the sheer breadth of his quirk portfolio — eight in total, including Homebody, Dead Red, Unfazed, Fighter, Bad Ball Hitter, Situational Hitter, Night Player, and Table Setter. That degree of situational coverage at shortstop is unusual and gives lineup builders confidence that Lindor will contribute meaningfully in any game script. His OpScore climbs as difficulty escalates, indicating he is particularly rewarding in the competitive modes where shortstop defense and lineup versatility matter most.
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