MLB The Show 26: How to Get All Four New 99 Finest Exchange Cards

Four new 99 OVR Finest cards have arrived in MLB The Show 26 Diamond Dynasty. James Wood, Brice Turang, Yandy Díaz, and Parker Messick are available through separate player Exchanges, giving players four more options to strengthen their lineups and starting rotations.

These cards are worth looking at for different reasons. Wood brings power to the outfield, Turang offers a strong combination of contact and defense, Díaz provides reliable hitting at first base, and Messick adds another left-handed starter to consider.

If you are planning to collect all four, the best approach is to check each Exchange individually and decide which player would make the biggest difference to your team.

Where to Find the Four New Finest Cards

All four cards have their own Exchange in Diamond Dynasty:

To find them, open Diamond Dynasty and go to the Exchange section. Look for the individual James Wood, Brice Turang, Yandy Díaz, and Parker Messick Exchanges.

Each one is a separate challenge. Completing one does not automatically unlock the other three, so you can work on them in whichever order makes sense for your roster.

Check the in-game requirements before submitting any cards. The Exchange screen shows which items are eligible and how much progress each submission provides. Make sure you understand the requirements before confirming an exchange.

James Wood: Outfield Power With Speed

James Wood is a left-handed hitting outfielder whose primary position is right field, with left field available as a secondary position.

His biggest selling point is his power against right-handed pitching. The card has 125 Power vs Right and 111 Power vs Left, supported by 117 Contact vs Right and 107 Contact vs Left.

Wood also has 78 Speed, 90 Arm Strength, and 107 Clutch. His 70 Fielding is worth considering when comparing him with other outfield options, but his arm and offensive production make him an interesting addition.

Players looking for a power bat in the outfield should put his Exchange near the top of their list. He is particularly appealing if your current lineup needs another left-handed hitter who can do damage against right-handed starters. Having enough MLB The Show 26 Stubs can also give you more flexibility when building the rest of your Diamond Dynasty lineup.

Brice Turang: Contact, Defense, and Speed at Second Base

Brice Turang offers a more balanced profile. His 99 Finest card plays second base and combines strong contact ratings with excellent defensive attributes.

His key numbers include:

• 125 Contact vs Right
• 110 Contact vs Left
• 111 Power vs Right
• 96 Power vs Left
• 99 Fielding
• 99 Arm Accuracy
• 91 Speed
• 125 Clutch

Turang is not built around overwhelming home-run power. Instead, his value comes from making consistent contact, playing reliable defense, and providing speed on the bases.

His 99 Fielding and 91 Speed make him especially attractive to players who want to improve their middle infield. If second base is one of the weaker positions in your lineup, this is an Exchange worth prioritizing.

Yandy Díaz: A Reliable Bat at First Base

Yandy Díaz brings a contact-focused hitting profile to first base. His card has 125 Contact vs Right, 116 Contact vs Left, and 125 Vision.

He also has 101 Power vs Right and 113 Power vs Left, along with 125 Clutch. Those attributes give him value against both sides, particularly for players who prefer a hitter who can consistently put the ball in play.

His defensive and baserunning numbers are less impressive. Díaz has 59 Fielding and 40 Speed, so he is not the most mobile first-base option.

The decision comes down to what your lineup needs. If you want a dependable offensive option at first base, Díaz deserves consideration. If defense and speed are more important to you, compare his card with your current starter before spending resources on the Exchange.

Parker Messick: A Left-Handed Starting Pitcher

Parker Messick is the only pitcher among the four new Finest cards. His 99 OVR card gives Diamond Dynasty players another left-handed starting pitcher to consider.

His pitching attributes include:

• 122 H/9 vs Right
• 103 H/9 vs Left
• 107 K/9 vs Right
• 102 K/9 vs Left
• 99 Control
• 125 Pitching Clutch
• 105 Stamina
• 99 Break

His five-pitch repertoire consists of a four-seam fastball, circle change, sinker, slurve, and cutter. The combination gives him several different ways to approach hitters rather than relying on one fastball-heavy strategy.

The sinker and cutter are particularly worth testing, while his 99 Control and 99 Break make his overall pitching profile appealing.

Messick is a strong candidate for players who need another left-handed starter. Before adding him to your rotation, try his pitch mix and see whether his delivery and control feel comfortable in actual games.

Which Finest Exchange Should You Complete First?

There is no universal order because each card addresses a different roster need. Instead of completing the Exchanges simply because all four are new, start with the position where your lineup needs the most help.

For players who value defense and speed, Turang is an appealing choice. Wood is the more obvious target if your lineup needs power, while Díaz is worth considering for his contact ratings.

Messick is a different kind of upgrade. His value depends on the quality of your existing rotation and whether his pitch mix works for your pitching style.

You do not have to complete all four at once. Getting the card that fills an actual gap in your lineup is more useful than collecting another player who would spend most of the time on the bench.

Do Not Exchange Cards You Still Need

Before submitting player items, check your Diamond Dynasty collections and unfinished objectives.

Some cards may be useful for Legends & Flashbacks, Finest collections, or other content. Exchanging an item without checking its collection value can leave you short of something you need later.

A few simple precautions can help:

• Review your collection progress before submitting cards.
• Keep items that are difficult to replace or needed for unfinished collections.
• Use eligible duplicates or cards you do not plan to keep when possible.
• Check the remaining Exchange progress before making another submission.

The four Finest rewards are appealing, but there is no reason to sacrifice valuable collection items without considering the trade-off.

Final Thoughts

The four new 99 OVR Finest Exchanges give MLB The Show 26 players more choices for improving their Diamond Dynasty teams. James Wood is an outfield power option, Brice Turang brings contact and defense to second base, Yandy Díaz offers a strong offensive profile at first, and Parker Messick adds a left-handed starter with a five-pitch repertoire.

Check the requirements for each Exchange, compare the cards with your current roster, and start with the player who offers the most useful upgrade. If you plan to collect all four, keeping track of your eligible cards will help you avoid wasting items needed elsewhere.

The U4GM Team