Get ready for a home run! Pokémon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) are teaming up to bring the excitement of Pokémon to select MLB ballparks. This exciting collaboration adds official club-branded PokéStops and Gyms to participating stadiums, letting you catch ‘em all while enjoying America's pastime.
Pokémon GO Collaborates with MLB
Catch Exclusive Goodies at Themed MLB Games
Announced on February 12, 2025, this partnership kicks off a summer of Pokémon and baseball fun. Attending a themed MLB game means access to exclusive in-game rewards, including:
- Club-branded merchandise
- Exclusive in-game avatar items
- Timed Research with unique Pokémon encounters
- Raid Battles featuring Pokémon with exclusive location backgrounds
Game On: May 9th, 2025 – September 7th, 2025
The fun begins May 9th, 2025, with the Cleveland Guardians, and continues through September 7th, 2025, with the Texas Rangers. Check the official Pokémon GO news website for a complete schedule of participating teams and dates. While the initial rollout is exciting, some fans have expressed hope for future expansion to include more MLB teams. Concerns have also been raised regarding potential strain on cellular data networks during these events.
Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update
Meet Your Favorite Pokémon GO Influencers!
The Pokémon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles event is adding another level of excitement with meet-and-greets featuring popular Pokémon GO influencers! Ticket holders can connect with their favorite community members. The Pokémon GO team announced on February 12, 2025, that daily meet-and-greets will be held from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST) featuring:
- AwesomeAdam
- PokeDaxi
- The Trainer Club
- JTGily
- ZoëTwoDots
- Keibron Gamer
- Landoralpha
- Couple of Gaming
These popular creators, known across YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok, will be available each day of the event. Remember, lines may be capped, so arrive early! In response to recent wildfires, Pokémon GO has also announced designated safe meetup locations hosted by local Community Ambassadors. Visit the official Pokémon GO news website for details on these locations and schedules.