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If you play MLB The Show 26 on PS5, you know Mini Seasons are a fast and fun way to grind stats, earn XP, and complete missions. However, bugs in this mode have caused frustration for many players, especially when progression or menus freeze. Here’s a clear guide to the recent fixes and ongoing workarounds.

Key Mini Seasons Bug Fixes (March – April 2026)

San Diego Studios has actively patched Mini Seasons issues through Updates 4 and 6, addressing several major problems:

Classic Mini Seasons Server Exception – Update 6 fixed the “server exception” error that blocked players from entering Classic Mini Seasons.
Playoff Advancement Logic – Update 4 corrected a bug where winning a quarterfinal series did not always advance players to the semifinals.
WBC Bracket Lock – Players can now exit the World Baseball Classic bracket screen without getting stuck.
Playoff Goal Descriptions – UI text errors during playoff goal displays have been resolved.
Mode Stability – Frequent crashes in Classic Mode have been fixed.
Lineup & Collections – Logo and collection bugs in Mini Seasons menus are corrected, improving menu navigation.
Ongoing Community-Reported Issues

Despite these patches, some issues still pop up for players:

Objective Tracking – Certain missions, like winning games on All-Star difficulty for specific cards, may not always register progress correctly.
Post-Season Menu Lock – A glitch can trap players on the “End of Season Overview” screen. A practical workaround is using the Profile Page to access inventory or packs without restarting the game.
Win Recognition – Wins in some mini seasons (e.g., “Threads”) occasionally fail to update standings, requiring a full season restart to reset tracking.
Tips to Avoid Mini Seasons Bugs
Restart Before Playoffs – Entering playoffs with a fresh session can prevent progression glitches.
Check Update Version – Make sure you have at least Update 6 (Apr 14, 2026) installed.
Use Profile Navigation – If a menu locks, use the Profile Page to access rewards instead of forcing a full restart.
Report Bugs – Sharing your experience on official forums or Reddit helps SDS prioritize fixes.

By keeping your game updated and following these community-tested workarounds, you can continue grinding Mini Seasons on PS5 without losing progress.