Grind Strategy & Tips

To unlock Valenzuela efficiently, focus on completing key program missions and using gameplay tactics that maximize XP and stats.

Priority Missions

PXP Grind: Earn 1,000 Parallel XP (PXP) using Spotlight or Topps Now series players. This nets 15 program points.

Outfielder Home Runs: Hit 10 home runs with primary-position Outfielders (LF, CF, RF) to gain 10 points.

Pitching Saves: Record 3 saves with any pitchers for 10 points.

Optimal Game Modes

Mexico City Series Conquest: Complete this map to gain program progress and valuable experience quickly.

Play vs CPU (Rookie/Veteran): Use an all-Topps Now or Spotlight lineup at high-elevation stadiums (Coors Field, Laughing Mountain Park) to stack PXP and complete home run missions efficiently.

Hitting Tips

Normal Swing: Stick to the normal swing (X on PlayStation, A on Xbox) instead of power swings. This keeps your PCI larger and contact more consistent.

Switch-Hitting Advantage: Valenzuela can hit both left and right. Always choose the side that gives a platoon advantage to make pitch tracking easier.

90 OVR Topps Now Card Profile

Attribute Rating

Contact L/R 87 / 92

Power L/R 70 / 80

Clutch 93

Fielding 83

Arm Strength 82

Speed 35

Active Quirks:

Homebody – performs better at home.

Rally Monkey – boosts performance when behind.

Night Player – excels during night games.

Quick Tips to Maximize Efficiency

Combine Missions: Whenever possible, use Spotlight/Topps Now players to simultaneously progress PXP and home run missions.

High-Elevation Advantage: Playing in stadiums with thin air boosts power numbers and home runs, making missions faster.

Night Games: Schedule nighttime games to trigger Valenzuela’s Night Player quirk for extra hitting consistency.

Grinding Brandon Valenzuela to 90 OVR is mostly about smart mission stacking and using the right stadiums and players. Focus on PXP first, hit your stat milestones, and you’ll unlock him without wasting stubs.