Pokemon GO and Major League Baseball (MLB) have teamed up in an exciting collaboration that's set to enhance the experience of fans at MLB ballparks. This partnership introduces official club-branded PokéStops and Gyms to select MLB venues, allowing fans to enjoy Pokémon GO while they watch live baseball games. Dive in to discover all the details about this unique blend of sports and gaming.

Pokemon GO Collaborates with MLB

Trainers Who Attend Themed MLB Games Will Receive Goodies

On February 12, 2025, Pokémon GO unveiled its exciting partnership with Major League Baseball (MLB). This collaboration brings "official club-branded" PokéStops and Gyms to select MLB ballparks, enhancing the gaming experience for spectators at live baseball games.

When attending these themed MLB games, trainers can look forward to a host of exclusive benefits from Pokémon GO, including:

• Club-branded merchandise
• Exclusive in-game avatar items
• Timed Research with Pokémon encounters as rewards
• Raid Battles offering a chance to catch Pokémon with exclusive Location Backgrounds

Starts on May 9, 2025, and Ends on September 7, 2025

The collaboration kicks off with the Cleveland Guardians on May 9, 2025, and wraps up with the Texas Rangers on September 7, 2025. Fans can check out the full schedule of themed games on Pokémon GO’s news website.

This partnership has sparked excitement among fans, though some have expressed concerns about the exclusion of other MLB teams. Many are hopeful that more club-branded PokéStops and Gyms will be added in the future. However, potential data connection issues at these crowded events have been a point of worry, as MLB games can already strain cellular networks, and adding Pokémon GO might exacerbate the problem.

Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles Update

Pokemon GO Announces Meet-and-Greet With Popular Influencers

The excitement for Pokemon GO Tour: Unova - Los Angeles is reaching new heights with the announcement of popular trainers participating in the event. In-person attendees will have the chance to meet their favorite Pokémon GO influencers.

In a news post dated February 12, 2025, the Pokémon GO Team announced that "ticket-holding Trainers will be able to meet notable Trainers from the community! Meet-and-greets with notable Trainers will happen once each day during the Los Angeles event." The participating trainers are:

• AwesomeAdam
• PokeDaxi
• The Trainer Club
• JTGily
• ZoëTwoDots
• Keibron Gamer
• Landoralpha
• Couple of Gaming

These notable trainers have a strong presence across various social media platforms such as YouTube, Twitch, and TikTok. The meet-and-greets will take place daily from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm (PST), but Pokémon GO has noted that "lines may be capped early if necessary."

In response to recent wildfires, Pokémon GO has also announced safe meet-up locations for the community. Local Community Ambassadors will host these gatherings, providing a fun and secure environment for in-person participants. The complete list of these locations and schedules is available on Pokémon GO’s news website.