What's New for Year 3?
Tiered Difficulty System: This year, players will face multiple difficulty levels: starting with Hall of MLB The Show 25 Stubs Fame, progressing to Legend, and reaching the ultimate GOAT difficulty for the live championship.

Creator Showdown: A special new addition where 8 content creators will compete in a single-elimination bracket, all while playing for a charitable cause. The winning creator will direct a $2,500 donation to a charity of their choice.

Tournament Structure & Schedule:
The tournament will kick off with four online qualifiers that will take place in April through June, culminating in live finals at Coastal Creative in St. Petersburg, FL, on July 17. The four qualifier winners will compete in the semi-finals and championship, with $12,000 in prizes up for grabs. The winner also gets the unique honor of throwing out the first pitch at a Tampa Bay Rays game.

Live Streaming & Viewer Engagement:
Fans can follow the action via the official Tampa Bay Rays Twitch channel, with live broadcasts of the qualifiers, semi-finals, and finals. Twitch drops will allow viewers to earn MLB The Show 25 packs, making the viewing experience even more rewarding.

Why It Matters:
The Sunburst Invitational continues to showcase the growing presence of MLB esports. It offers competitive gamers a platform to demonstrate their skills while also bringing new experiences for fans and creating exciting opportunities for charitable giving. Whether you're a player or a fan, this event promises to be a memorable one.

Get ready for a thrilling tournament as the Sunburst Invitational heads into its third year, elevating the stakes and delivering some of cheap MLB The Show 25 Stubs the best esports action in MLB The Show 25 history!