On the competitive stage of MLB The Show 25, subtle strategies in lineup building can often determine the outcome of a match. Recently, based on feedback from the player community, a fascinating tactic has come to the fore, attempting to break through competitive limitations through game mechanics.

This tactical approach assembled a special lineup where, aside from the catcher, almost all players had their discipline attributes at their highest level, aiming to verify the practical value of this attribute in high-level games. The complete, thought-provoking, and exciting match is now presented.

Tactical Concept

According to the attribute description in the in-game Diamond Dynasty, high discipline explicitly states that it increases the frequency with which batters back off when facing inside balls. Over time, this increases the number of walks.

This description accurately captures the common experience of many players: when you want to swing to hit an inside ball, the game mechanics sometimes force the batter to step back, making it impossible to swing.

Therefore, this tactic constructs a specialized lineup where all players except the catcher have the highest level of discipline. Jorge Posada, as the core of the lineup, although he does not possess Superfractor attribute to achieve the highest level of discipline, is still highly anticipated.

Real-World Testing

This experimental match was between two equally matched teams, which should have been the perfect stage to test tactics. However, the actual match went very differently from what was expected.

Opposing pitcher George Kirby did not frequently attack the inside corner, forcing the highly disciplined lineup to avoid inside pitches, thus negating their core advantage. This prevented the experiment from being directly validated on a data level.

Meanwhile, the player's starting pitcher, Roy Halladay, became another variable in the game. Although he has been one of the player's favorite pitchers in recent years, his recent form has been worrying, and he suffered another blow in this game, allowing the opponent to hit several crucial home runs, causing the score to fall behind early. This exposed the experimental lineup's weakness in the pitching position.

Despite the setback in their tactical experiment, the game showcased the allure of esports. This perseverance paid off in the seventh inning when Jorge Posada's crucial hit tied the score at 3-3, demonstrating the team's resilience. However, their opponents immediately regained the lead with a home run, pushing the game to a fever pitch.

In the bottom of the ninth inning, the do-or-die experimental lineup staged a thrilling comeback. Jurickson Profar and Jose Bautista hit home runs in quick succession, bringing the score from 3-6 to 5-6 and giving the prospect of victory a second chance.

At a crucial moment, the opponent brought in left-handed pitcher Andrew Miller, while the players sent in Josh Gibson as a pinch hitter, hoping he could counter the left-handed pitcher's powerful offense. However, the final swing missed, bringing a disappointing end to this game full of attempts and passion.

Post-game Summary

Based on this closely contested and exciting match, we can draw a clear conclusion: discipline had absolutely no impact on the game, and not a single batter managed to dodge the ball.

This meticulously designed experimental tactic failed to reach the core of the theory due to the opponent's pitching strategy, but the result itself provided valuable data points.

The essence of the game's outcome lay in the difference in home runs. The opponent capitalized on the pitcher's off-ball play to efficiently convert into extra-base runs; while the opposing team, although hitting relatively better, saw too many powerful shots converted into outs, and their crucial extra-base runs failed to materialize for most of the game.

Regarding future adjustments, it's necessary to consider removing the struggling Roy Halladay from the starting lineup and trusting bullpen pitchers earlier. Also, it might be necessary to hit the underside of the ball more often to create more effective flight shots, rather than powerful but easily smashed flat shots.

While the strategy of layering discipline didn't work in this particular game, it didn't completely diminish the attribute's value in certain situations.

Perhaps discipline is best used in conjunction with other attributes for a more holistic approach. However, in high-level competitive play, players may need to focus on power and timing to outpace opponents' pitching speed, especially against dynamic pitchers like Josh Gibson.

This game may have been a loss, but it serves as a powerful reminder that strategy in MLB The Show 25 is constantly evolving. There is no guaranteed path to victory; adapting to new mechanisms, experimenting with different games, and continuous learning are key to staying competitive.

Whether you're adjusting your lineup based on discipline or trying entirely new tactics, true victory lies in pushing the limits of what's possible.

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