Niantic and Major League Baseball (MLB) are teaming up to bring Pokémon GO to MLB ballparks across North America. Expect themed game nights, official Club PokéStops and Gyms, and more.
Batter up, Trainers! ⚾
— Pokémon GO (@PokemonGoApp) February 12, 2025
We’re excited to announce a partnership between #PokemonGO and Major League Baseball! 🤩
From new PokéStops to Official Routes, it’s going to be a whole new ball game!
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13 MLB Clubs will host a Pokémon GO Theme Night throughout the 2025 season. All attendees of Pokémon GO Theme Nights will receive access to the following Pokémon GO in-game content:
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Virtually wearable in-game baseball caps representing the home team.
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Special Timed Research missions during the game.
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Collectible and tradable in-game Baseball Ballpark Backgrounds for Pikachu, catchable at scheduled times during the game.
The current schedule of Pokémon GO Theme Nights is below (dates subject to change):
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Cleveland Guardians – Friday, May 9, 2025
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Seattle Mariners – Wednesday, July 2, 2025
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Miami Marlins – Friday, July 18, 2025
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Milwaukee Brewers – Friday, July 25, 2025
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San Diego Padres – Monday, July 28, 2025
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Arizona Diamondbacks – Sunday, August 10, 2025
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Chicago White Sox – Monday, August 11, 2025
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Baltimore Orioles – Wednesday, August 13, 2025
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New York Mets – Monday, August 25, 2025
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Boston Red Sox – Friday, August 29, 2025
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San Francisco Giants – Friday, August 29, 2025
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Minnesota Twins – Sunday, August 31, 2025
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Texas Rangers – Sunday, September 7, 2025
Sarah Gilarsky, head of business development for Pokémon GO at Niantic, said:
“We’re delighted to partner with MLB to help make playing Pokémon GO even more fun and engaging at ballparks across the country.
This unique integration of digital Pokémon GO gameplay and the physical experience of enjoying a game together at an MLB ballpark is a wonderful way for friends and families to connect and share their passions for Pokémon and baseball.”
Jamie Leece, Senior Vice President, Gaming & VR, added:
“We continue to prioritize and introduce new ways for fans to engage and enjoy the game of baseball.
Through this partnership with Niantic and Pokémon GO, we will enhance the Pokémon GO experience at MLB ballparks with a variety of unique programs. Since the game’s release, our fans have been enjoying Pokémon GO in our ballparks and we are excited to introduce theme nights and optimized experiences at participating Clubs.”
This partnership commences on MLB’s Opening Day March 27, and continues throughout the next three seasons.
This collaboration is a great step towards enhancing the gaming experience for Pokémon and baseball fans alike.