If you want the 94 OVR Retro Lightning Chipper Jones in MLB The Show 26, the fastest way is to focus on the April Spotlight Retro Collection. Here’s a step-by-step guide to unlocking him efficiently.



Fastest Unlock Path: April Spotlight Retro Collection



The main way to get Chipper Jones is through the April Spotlight Retro Collection.



Requirements:



Collect 16 Spotlight Series cards from the April Spotlight Series packs.

There are 18 possible cards, so you can skip the two most expensive ones (like Matt Olson or Chase Dolander) to save Stubs.



Tips to Earn Cards Efficiently:



Grind the April Spotlight program by completing missions and gaining player XP. Many packs are free through program progression.

If you’re also collecting Elly De La Cruz Lightning, completing his program provides some of the same Spotlight players you’ll need for Chipper.

Other Chipper Jones Cards



If you’re not ready for the 94 OVR version, there are lower-rated cards worth considering:



87 OVR “Last Ride” Chipper:

Available in the Legend Choice Pack for MLB The Show 26 Deluxe Edition owners.

Strong hitting stats: 96 Contact vs Left, multiple hitting quirks like Dead Red and Breaking Ball Hitter.



These cards can help you get a head start while you work toward the Retro Lightning version.



Efficiency Tips for Grinding

Play vs CPU on Legend or Goat difficulty:

Fastest way to earn player XP and complete program missions.

Focus on strikeouts and at-bats to finish requirements efficiently.

Voucher Grinding:

Complete at least half of the Team Affinity program to earn vouchers.

Vouchers are key for bigger Legends and Flashbacks collections that may include higher-tier Chipper cards later in the season.



By following this path, you can save Stubs, avoid unnecessary purchases, and unlock Chipper Jones as fast as possible while stacking XP for other Spotlight rewards.