MLB The Show 21: Double XP Week Start Date & End Date


MLB The Show 21 is gearing up to deliver their next big Double XP Week, and it's an event you won't want to miss out on.

Whether you're a new player, coming back after a break, or have been sticking with it since launch, we've got all the details so you can get as much XP as possible in MLB The Show 21.

MLB The Show 21: Double XP Week Start Date & End Date

Sony San Diego hasn't been shy about dropping Double XP events since the title launched back in April, even extending their first such event because some players were having server troubles.

We finally know when the next one is coming, and players will have more than just a single weekend to take advantage of the event.

Start Date: Friday, September 17 at 11am PT (2pm ET/1pm CT)

End Date: Friday, September 24 at 11am PT (2pm ET/1pm CT)

The end date is confirmed via the in-game schedule from MLB The Show 21, and while they don't confirm the start time, we know the date is correct and are fairly sure it will launch at 11am PT or Noon PT.

What is the best way to get XP during Double XP Week?

If you're looking to take advantage of Double XP Week to power through the 6th Inning Program and rack up rewards, there are a lot of different ways to go about it.

While you'll have the advantage of receiving XP from playing any game mode in MLB The Show 21, whether it be Road to the Show, March to October, or even Exhibition, there are a few which are best to focus on when grinding.

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ULTIMATE CONQUEST: New maps get added frequently, so check out Conquest if you haven't lately

Conquest remains a beloved option, and with so many different maps packed with Hidden Rewards, you can likely get the most out of your time in Packs, Stubs, and XP by powering through any Conquest maps you haven't finished.

If you need help locating any of those hidden rewards, we've got detailed Conquest maps here with locations to every hidden reward that's available.

If you're looking to get the most of Double XP Week, you can also check our guide on earning XP fast to snag the best settings to streamline your grinding experience.

Finally, while it won't necessarily boost your XP output, take a look at Team Affinity Season 4, as you can likely start working through missions in that program while playing this Double XP Week.

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