If you're grinding through Diamond Dynasty in MLB The Show 25, one name you're definitely going to want in your rotation is John Donaldson. Known for his dynamic pitch arsenal and deceptive delivery, Donaldson has become a fan favorite over the past few editions of the game, especially among players looking to dominate online matchups. This year, though, acquiring him requires a bit more work, and quite possibly some MLB 25 Stubs to speed things up.

Here's everything you need to know to unlock John Donaldson and make him a fixture in your lineup.

Where to Find Each Required Card

Here's a breakdown of where to get all 24 Negro Leagues cards:

Storylines:

    James "Cool Papa" Bell

    Bullet Rogan

    Turkey Stearnes

    Buck Leonard

    Oscar Charleston

    Leroy Matlock

    William "Big Bill" Johnson

    Biz Mackey

    Monte Irvin

Showdown:

    Bill Foster

    Toni Stone

    Jose Mendez

    Buck O'Neill

Jackie Robinson Day Program:

    Rap Dixon

    Andy Cooper

    Rube Foster

    Leon Day

    Jackie Robinson

42 Conquest Map:

    Hilton Smith

Marketplace Only:

    Josh Gibson

    Satchel Paige

Multiplayer Program:

    Martin Dihigo

Collection Milestone:

    Larry Doby (unlocked at 13 collected cards)

If you're missing cards like Josh Gibson or Satchel Paige, you may need to head to the marketplace and buy them using MLB The Show 25 Stubs. These high-value players are often expensive due to their performance and rarity, so be prepared to spend.

Tips for Earning MLB 25 Stubs

If you don't want to open your wallet, there are plenty of ways to grind for MLB 25 Stubs through gameplay:

    Sell duplicate players from packs or events.

    Complete Daily and Weekly Moments for stub rewards.

    Grind Ranked Seasons or Battle Royale, which offer stub payouts based on performance.

    Flip cards on the marketplace, buying low and selling high.

However, if you're short on time and just want to complete the Donaldson collection quickly, purchasing a few cards directly using MLB The Show 25 Stubs can be a worthy investment, especially if you're just one or two pieces away.

Final Thoughts

Unlocking John Donaldson in MLB The Show 25 requires dedication and strategy. Whether you grind out every single program or choose to spend some MLB 25 Stubs to grab the final pieces, it's well worth the effort. With his powerful arm and elite pitch variety, Donaldson can anchor any Diamond Dynasty rotation.

And don't forget, this is likely just the beginning. A higher-rated version of Donaldson may drop later in the season, giving you another chance to add an even more dominant version of the legendary southpaw to your squad.

So get started on those storylines, keep grinding those events, and watch your cheap MLB The Show Stubs balance wisely. Your path to John Donaldson begins now.