The 2025 Major League Baseball season is set to feature an extensive array of promotional giveaways across all 30 teams, offering fans a diverse collection of collectible items, apparel, and novelty products. These giveaways are typically distributed to the first specified number of fans attending a game, with many requiring specific theme ticket purchases or subject to availability. The promotions range from bobbleheads and jerseys to socks and even cribbage boards, providing fans with tangible memorabilia and unique experiences. This guide details the confirmed promotional schedules for the 2025 season, focusing on the best giveaways from each team as highlighted by MLB.com beat writers.
AL East
Toronto Blue Jays: Daulton Varsho Gold Glove Bobblehead
The Blue Jays are offering a unique bobblehead featuring outfielder Daulton Varsho climbing the wall to make a catch. The design allows Varsho’s full body to "bobble" up and down, simulating the climbing motion. This giveaway is scheduled for Wednesday, May 14, during a game against the Tampa Bay Rays.
Baltimore Orioles: Cal Ripken Jr. Iron Man Bobblehead
In collaboration with Marvel, the Orioles will distribute a Cal Ripken Jr. Iron Man bobblehead on June 28, during Marvel Day against the Tampa Bay Rays. The first 20,000 fans will receive this collectible, which depicts Ripken in an Iron Man costume with a red-and-gold helmet at his feet. Ripken earned the nickname "Iron Man" after breaking Lou Gehrig’s consecutive games played streak in 1995.
Tampa Bay Rays: The Steinbrenner Field Bobble Series
Playing at George M. Steinbrenner Field in Tampa for the 2025 season, the Rays have tailored their promotional schedule to their outdoor environment. The team will distribute a cooling towel for a June 8 day game and sunglasses on August 24. They are also offering a set of three bobbleheads featuring young stars: Junior Caminero on June 5, Shane Baz on June 19, and Taj Bradley on July 2. When aligned, the bases of these bobbleheads spell "GMS," referencing their temporary home ballpark.
Boston Red Sox: 1975 Replica Uniforms
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the iconic 1975 Red Sox team, the team will distribute replica home uniforms from that season. The uniforms feature a white top with a red v-neck. The first 7,500 fans in attendance for the July 2 game against the Cincinnati Reds will receive these replicas.
New York Yankees: Jazz Chisholm Jr. Basketball Jersey
The Yankees will give away a Jazz Chisholm Jr. basketball jersey to the first 18,000 guests at the May 2 game against the Tampa Bay Rays. The jersey features a sharp design with echoes of a Knicks jersey, incorporating pinstripes and Bronx colors. Chisholm, acquired by the Yankees in the previous year, wore the jersey during batting practice in Tampa, Florida, giving fans an early preview.
AL Central
Cleveland Guardians: Mystery Reliever Jersey
On May 26, when the Guardians host the Los Angeles Dodgers, the first 15,000 fans will receive a home jersey of one of three key relievers: Hunter Gaddis, Tim Herrin, or Cade Smith. The specific pitcher for each jersey is not predetermined, making this a "mystery" giveaway.
Kansas City Royals: George Brett and Bret Saberhagen 1985 Championship Bobblehead
The Royals are celebrating the 40th anniversary of their 1985 World Series championship with a special bobblehead featuring Hall of Famers George Brett and Bret Saberhagen. This exclusive bobblehead, depicting the two icons celebrating the organization’s first World Series title, will only be distributed to fans who purchase a theme ticket for the May 16 game against the St. Louis Cardinals at Kauffman Stadium.
Detroit Tigers: 2005 World Series Theme Bobbleheads
The Tigers have several bobblehead giveaways scheduled, including Charles Comiskey (May 25 vs. Rangers), Ray Durham (June 8 vs. Royals), Luis Aparicio (June 29 vs. Giants), and Ken Griffey Jr. (August 24 vs. Twins). However, the team’s standout promotions are the 2005 World Series-themed bobbleheads. One set features four starters—Mark Buehrle, Jose Contreras, Jon Garland, and Freddy Garcia—who pitched back-to-back-to-back-to-back complete games in the ALCS. This set will be distributed on July 13 against the Cleveland Guardians. A separate bobblehead of manager Ozzie Guillen making his unique call for closer Bobby Jenks in Game 1 of the World Series will be available on August 10 against the Guardians.
Minnesota Twins: 1991 World Series Replica Jersey and 1987 World Series Replica Jersey
The Twins are offering multiple giveaways to celebrate their championship history. On April 12 against the Chicago White Sox, the first 10,000 fans will receive a 1991 World Series replica jersey. On May 3 against the Kansas City Royals, the first 10,000 fans will receive a 1987 World Series replica jersey. Additional promotions include a "Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day" green hockey jersey on September 20 against the San Diego Padres.
Chicago White Sox: 2005 World Series Bobbleheads
The White Sox are heavily featuring their 2005 World Series championship in their 2025 promotions. As noted in the Detroit Tigers section, they will distribute bobbleheads of the four starters from that championship run on July 13. Additionally, on August 10, they will give away a bobblehead of manager Ozzie Guillen making his famous call for closer Bobby Jenks. Both giveaways are against the Cleveland Guardians.
AL West
Los Angeles Angels: Zach Neto Bobblehead
Shortstop Zach Neto, recognized as the Angels' best player in 2024, will receive his first-ever bobblehead on July 25. The design features Neto making a sliding defensive stop at shortstop. The Angels also have several other bobblehead giveaways scheduled, including Ben Joyce on May 2, Nolan Schanuel on June 21, Logan O’Hoppe on August 22, and Mike Trout on September 8.
Houston Astros: Jose Altuve Socks
The Astros will distribute socks featuring smiling pictures of Jose Altuve to the first 10,000 fans at the April 20 game against the San Diego Padres. The promotion references an incident from the previous September when Altuve pulled off his cleat and sock to show the plate umpire where a foul ball had struck him, leading to his ejection.
Oakland Athletics: Brent Rooker Home Run Counter Bobblehead
Presented by Red Hawk Resort & Casino, the Brent Rooker bobblehead will be given to all fans at Sutter Health Park on June 8. The bobblehead features Rooker swinging a bat in a gold A’s jersey and includes three turnstiles with numbers to update Rooker’s career home run total after every homer he hits.
Seattle Mariners: Pickleball Day
The Mariners will celebrate the local roots of pickleball, which was invented in 1965 on Bainbridge Island, with a pickleball paddle giveaway. This promotion is scheduled for their August 24 game against the Oakland Athletics.
National League East
Miami Marlins: Celia Cruz Bobblehead
On May 18, the Marlins will pay tribute to the "Queen of Salsa," Celia Cruz, with a bobblehead in her likeness. The first 8,000 fans will receive the bobblehead, presented by LEON Medical Centers. The late singer, known for her song "La Vida Es Un Carnaval" and catchphrase "¡Azúcar!," has two GRAMMY awards and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
New York Mets: David Wright Bobblehead
For fans who missed David Wright’s number retirement ceremony on July 19, the Mets will distribute Wright bobbleheads on July 20. The first 15,000 fans through the gates at Citi Field will receive this classic bobblehead design, featuring Wright holding a glove in his right hand and a pair of bats over his left shoulder.
Washington Nationals: James Wood Oversized Bobblehead
The Nationals will recognize slugger James Wood, a 6-foot-7 player with local ties, with an oversized bobblehead. The giveaway will occur during the Beltway Series against the Baltimore Orioles on April 22 and 23, with the first 10,000 fans in attendance each night receiving the bobblehead.
Philadelphia Phillies: Kyle Schwarber Card Show Bobblehead
The Phillies will distribute a Kyle Schwarber bobblehead designed to resemble a baseball card. The first 15,000 fans at the May 31 game against the Atlanta Braves will receive this collectible.
National League Central
Chicago Cubs: Wrigley Field 110th Anniversary Giveaways
The Cubs are celebrating the 110th anniversary of Wrigley Field with several giveaways. On April 23 against the Los Angeles Dodgers, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Wrigley Field 110th Anniversary replica jersey. On June 14 against the St. Louis Cardinals, the first 20,000 fans will receive a Wrigley Field 110th Anniversary bobblehead. Additional promotions include a Wrigley Field 110th Anniversary book on September 16 against the Miami Marlins.
Milwaukee Brewers: Cribbage Board
The Brewers will distribute a cribbage board to the first 20,000 fans at the August 2 game against the Washington Nationals. This unique giveaway is a nod to the classic card game.
St. Louis Cardinals: Nolan Arenado Gold Glove Bobblehead
The Cardinals will give away a Nolan Arenado Gold Glove bobblehead to the first 25,000 fans at the May 25 game against the Boston Red Sox. The bobblehead celebrates Arenado’s defensive prowess.
Cincinnati Reds: Pete Rose 1975 Replica Jersey
The Reds will distribute a Pete Rose 1975 replica jersey to the first 10,000 fans at the August 16 game against the Milwaukee Brewers. The jersey commemorates Rose’s performance during the Reds' 1975 championship season.
Pittsburgh Pirates: 1971 World Series Replica Jersey
The Pirates will give away a 1971 World Series replica jersey to the first 15,000 fans at the August 30 game against the Chicago Cubs. This promotion celebrates the team’s 1971 World Series championship.
National League West
Los Angeles Dodgers: 2024 World Series Ring Replica
The Dodgers will distribute a replica of their 2024 World Series championship ring to the first 40,000 fans at the April 4 game against the Detroit Tigers. This giveaway celebrates their recent championship victory.
San Diego Padres: 1998 National League Champions Replica Jersey
The Padres will give away a 1998 National League Champions replica jersey to the first 25,000 fans at the June 7 game against the Los Angeles Dodgers. This promotion commemorates the team's 1998 National League championship season.
San Francisco Giants: 2010 World Series Replica Jersey
The Giants will distribute a 2010 World Series replica jersey to the first 20,000 fans at the September 6 game against the St. Louis Cardinals. This giveaway celebrates the team's 2010 World Series championship.
Arizona Diamondbacks: 2001 World Series Replica Jersey
The Diamondbacks will give away a 2001 World Series replica jersey to the first 20,000 fans at the August 23 game against the Milwaukee Brewers. This promotion marks the anniversary of their 2001 World Series title.
Colorado Rockies: 2007 National League Champions Replica Jersey
The Rockies will distribute a 2007 National League Champions replica jersey to the first 20,000 fans at the July 26 game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. This giveaway commemorates the team's 2007 National League championship season.