Pokemon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) have teamed up to bring an exciting new experience to fans. This collaboration introduces official club-branded PokeStops and Gyms to select MLB ballparks, enhancing the game-watching experience for Pokemon GO enthusiasts. Read on to learn more about this innovative partnership and what it means for trainers.
Pokemon GO Collaborates with MLB
Trainers Who Attend Themed MLB Games Will Receive Goodies
On February 12, 2025, Pokemon GO announced a groundbreaking partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB). This collaboration will integrate "official club-branded" PokeStops and Gyms into certain MLB ballparks, allowing fans to immerse themselves in Pokemon GO while enjoying live baseball games. Here's what trainers can look forward to when attending these themed MLB events:
- Club-branded merchandise
- Exclusive in-game avatar items
- Timed Research with Pokemon encounters as rewards
- Raid Battles offering a chance to catch Pokemon with exclusive Location Backgrounds
Starts on May 9, 2025 and Ends on September 7, 2025
The themed games kick off with the Cleveland Guardians on May 9, 2025, and conclude with the Texas Rangers on September 7, 2025. For a complete list of participating games, check out Pokemon GO's news website. While fans are thrilled about this collaboration, some have expressed concerns over the exclusion of other MLB teams and the potential impact on data connections during games. There's hope that future collaborations might include more teams and address connectivity issues.
Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update
Pokemon GO Announces Meet-and-Greet With Popular Influencers
The excitement for the Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles event continues to build with the announcement of popular trainers participating in the event. Ticket-holding trainers will have the opportunity to meet their favorite Pokemon GO influencers in person. The Pokemon GO Team announced on February 12, 2025, that meet-and-greets with notable trainers will occur daily during the Los Angeles event, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST). The participating trainers include:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These influencers are well-known across platforms like YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. Pokemon GO has also noted that "lines may be capped early if necessary" to manage crowds. In light of recent wildfires, Pokemon GO has designated safe meeting spots for the community, hosted by Local Community Ambassadors. Details on these locations and schedules can be found on Pokemon GO’s news website, ensuring a fun and safe experience for all participants.
