MLB The Show 26 Guardians vs. Rays Program Guide: All Rewards and Missions

The Guardians vs. Rays Program arrived in MLB The Show 26 on October 20, 2026, bringing a new set of player cards, Moments, and missions to complete. Players can earn rewards by finishing challenges, using Guardians and Rays players in eligible game modes, and collecting 2026 Postseason Series cards.

The program features 100 points worth of rewards, including five player cards and additional XP. Completing the Moments first is a straightforward way to build progress before moving on to the missions.

MLB The Show 26 Guardians vs. Rays Program Rewards

The reward path contains 10 milestones, with rewards unlocked at every 10-point interval.

José Ramírez is one of the main highlights of the reward path, while Gavin Williams, Cam Booser, Petey Halpin, and Richie Palacios provide additional player-card rewards. Players looking to complete their collections can work through the entire path to claim all five cards and the XP bonuses.

How to Earn Guardians vs. Rays Program Points

There are several ways to earn program points. The available challenges include Moments, team-specific missions, a Postseason Series PXP mission, and a collection task.

Complete All Nine Moments

The program includes nine Moments based on players and performances associated with Cleveland and Tampa Bay. Each completed Moment awards three program points, for a total of 27 points.

The available Moments are:

• José Jump Starts Cleveland
• Lowe Lifts The Land
• Simpson's Speed Exceeds the Limit
• H in Halpin Stands for Homer
• Martinez Mows Down The Land
• Caminero's Clutch Moment
• Aranda Bases
• Drew Dices & Slices the Opposition
• Palacios Paves Way for the World Series

Completing all nine Moments is a good starting point because the challenges provide progress without requiring players to build a specific lineup for an extended game mode.

Finish the Guardians and Rays Missions

Three missions award a combined 30 program points. They require players to use Guardians or Rays players in eligible game modes.

These missions can be completed in supported modes, including Ranked, Battle Royale, Events, Weekend Classic, Play vs. CPU, Mini Seasons, Conquest, and Diamond Quest. Ranked Co-op is also listed as an eligible mode for these challenges.

For a more efficient run, use Guardians pitchers when working on the strikeout mission and Rays pitchers when completing the innings requirement. You can also include eligible Guardians and Rays hitters in your lineup to make progress toward the Parallel XP objective.

Check the mission requirements in-game before starting a match to confirm that your selected mode and players qualify.

Earn Parallel XP With 2026 Postseason Series Players

Another mission awards 20 program points for earning 2,026 Parallel XP with 2026 Postseason Series players.

If you already have eligible cards in your lineup, you can work toward this objective while playing modes that count toward the program. Otherwise, review your collection and identify which qualifying players you can use before spending additional resources on new cards.

This mission is particularly useful for players who are already progressing through other Postseason-related content, since the same eligible cards may help advance multiple objectives.

Complete the 2026 Postseason Collection Task

The program also includes a collection task tied to the 2026 Postseason Series. Collecting eligible cards contributes to the task and awards one program point.

The broader Postseason collection includes rewards associated with Munetaka Murakami, NLCS MVP Jake Bauers, ALCS MVP Freddy Peralta, and the World Series MVPs. Check the collection screen for the cards you still need and the requirements for each reward.

Because collection progress depends on the cards you own, this task may be easier for players who have already earned Postseason rewards. If you are missing several cards, completing Moments and missions first is a practical way to advance the Guardians vs. Rays reward path without relying entirely on collection progress.

Fastest Way to Complete the Guardians vs. Rays Program

Players who want to finish the program efficiently should prioritize challenges that can be completed together.

1. Finish the nine Moments first. Completing all nine earns 27 program points and gives you a quick start on the reward path.

2. Build a lineup around eligible players. Use Guardians and Rays players to work toward the strikeout, innings, and Parallel XP missions. This reduces the need to switch lineups between games.

3. Use 2026 Postseason Series cards when possible. The Postseason PXP mission is worth 20 points, making it one of the most valuable objectives in the program.

4. Check your collection progress. If you already own eligible Postseason cards, complete the collection task rather than leaving an easy point unclaimed.

5. Track your progress toward 100 points. Claim each reward as it becomes available and review the remaining missions before playing additional games.

The best order depends on your roster and the modes you prefer. Players with a strong collection of Postseason cards may complete the PXP and collection objectives quickly, while those with fewer cards can begin with Moments and team-specific missions.

Is the Guardians vs. Rays Program Worth Completing?

The Guardians vs. Rays Program is worth considering for players who want additional player cards, XP, and progress toward their MLB The Show 26 collections. Its Moments offer a quick entry point, while the missions give players several ways to earn points through regular gameplay.

The most efficient approach is to complete the Moments, combine the Guardians and Rays objectives where possible, and then focus on the Postseason Series mission. Players who already have eligible cards should also check the collection task before finishing their remaining games. Managing your roster and MLB The Show 26 Stubs wisely can help you prepare for future lineup upgrades.

With five player cards available along the reward path, reaching 100 program points gives players a clear goal. Review the in-game program screen for current requirements and complete the objectives that best fit your roster.

The U4GM Team