For MLB The Show 26, released on March 17, 2026, the primary cover athlete is Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees.
This marks Judge's second appearance as a cover athlete for the franchise, having previously appeared on the cover of MLB The Show 18. The 2026 cover is unique as it features Judge in both his New York Yankees pinstripes and his Team USA uniform, highlighting his role as captain for the World Baseball Classic.
MLB The Show 26 Cover Details
- Main Cover Athlete: Aaron Judge (NY Yankees).
- Editions: Judge is featured on both the Standard Edition and the Digital Deluxe Edition.
- Thematic Focus: The cover emphasizes the return of the World Baseball Classic to the game's Diamond Dynasty mode.
Historical Cover Athletes (Recent Years)
For context, here are the cover athletes from the most recent installments leading up to the 2026 edition:
| Game | Cover Athlete(s) | Team(s) |
|---|---|---|
| MLB The Show 26 | Aaron Judge | New York Yankees / Team USA |
| MLB The Show 25 | Paul Skenes , Elly De La Cruz , Gunnar Henderson | Pirates, Reds, Orioles |
| MLB The Show 24 | Vladimir Guerrero Jr. | Toronto Blue Jays |
| MLB The Show 23 | Jazz Chisholm Jr. | Miami Marlins |
| MLB The Show 22 | Shohei Ohtani | Los Angeles Angels |
Aaron Judge joins Joe Mauer (2010 and 2011) as the only players to be featured on the cover of MLB The Show more than once.
