Summary:
The Pipeline Collection in MLB The Show 26 offers one of the most valuable rewards in Ultimate Team: Jesús Made. With elite versatility, switch-hitting ability, and the ability to play multiple infield positions, this card is worth the investment. The fastest way to unlock him is by collecting free Pipeline cards first, completing Conquest and Mini Seasons rewards efficiently, and avoiding unnecessary Marketplace spending. This guide explains the best collection route, farming methods, MLB The Show 26 Stubs, and which expensive cards you can safely skip.
1. Start With Free Pipeline Cards
Before spending any resources, check your collection for Pipeline Series players already available through programs and rewards.
Several cards can be earned without using Stubs. Joshua Báez is available through Player Program missions, while Max Clark can be unlocked through XP Path progress or purchased later if needed. Additional Pipeline players can also come from August Spotlight content and free store packs, including George Lombard Jr.
Collecting these easy cards first gives you a strong foundation and reduces the number of players you need to obtain through farming or the Marketplace.
2. Understand Pipeline Choice Packs
One of the most important things to know about the collection is that not every Pipeline player can be purchased.
Pipeline Choice Packs contain exclusive players that are only available through gameplay rewards. These cards cannot be bought directly from the Marketplace, making them the most important targets when farming.
Other Pipeline cards from Deluxe, Premier, and Ultra Packs can usually be purchased, so avoid spending Stubs too early. Complete free content and earn Choice Packs first, then use the Marketplace to fill remaining gaps.
3. Farm Pipeline Conquest Rewards
Pipeline Conquest is one of the best starting points for completing the collection.
The Conquest map provides multiple rewards, including Pipeline packs, Choice Packs, and other valuable items. Completing the map once gives you a large amount of collection progress and helps you unlock cards that would otherwise require extra grinding.
If you still need exclusive Choice Pack players, you can repeat Conquest and farm additional No Sell Choice Packs. However, there is no reason to endlessly repeat the mode before checking which cards are actually missing.
4. Use Mini Seasons for Efficient Farming
For most players, Mini Seasons is the best long-term farming method.
The mode allows you to complete multiple objectives at the same time. Pipeline player missions, PXP goals, hit requirements, and pack rewards can all progress together.
Using Pipeline Series players in your lineup is especially important because it helps complete collection-related missions while earning rewards. Players looking to maximize efficiency can use Custom Stadiums and optimized gameplay settings to speed up stat farming.
5. Save Stubs by Skipping Expensive Cards
The Jesús Made Collection does not require every Pipeline card. Players only need to lock enough cards to reach the required collection total.
Because of this, expensive players such as Leo De Vries can be skipped initially. Instead of spending a large amount of MLB 26 Stubs on one premium card, use cheaper alternatives and save resources for future content.
The best strategy is to skip the most expensive Marketplace cards and complete the collection through free rewards whenever possible.
6. Final Recommended Route
The fastest and cheapest path is:
Collect all free Pipeline cards from programs and rewards.
Complete the Pipeline Conquest map once.
Farm Mini Seasons for Choice Packs and mission rewards.
Buy only missing Marketplace cards at the end.
Skip expensive players like Leo De Vries if needed.
By following this route, MLB The Show 26 players can unlock Jesús Made while spending fewer Stubs and avoiding unnecessary grinding. The Pipeline Collection rewards smart planning, and efficient players can build one of the strongest infield options in Diamond Dynasty without overspending.
