With a quarter of the season behind us, the 2025 MLB campaign is in full swing. While it's still too early to predict this season's World Series contenders or end-of-season award winners, one thing is already certain: Nike continues to dominate as the innovator of on-field jersey movement in the 21st century.
The latest proof of this innovation comes in form of the Nike Air Max 270 MLB City Connect Pack, which officially dropped today across Nike.com and select retailers.
Celebrating City Connect Jerseys
This special sneaker collection pays homage to MLB's beloved City Connect jerseys - the alternate uniforms that celebrate each team's local culture and identity. The Air Max 270 MLB Pack translates these bold uniform designs into street-ready footwear.
"The City Connect program has brought amazing energy to baseball," said Nike Baseball designer Marcus Clayton. "We wanted to create something that lets fans represent their team's unique identity off the field throughout the season."
Tech Specs
- Prominent team color blocking matching City Connect jerseys
- Team logos on tongue and heel
- Signature color mini-Swoosh branding
- Air Max 270's signature air bubble cushioning
- Lightweight mesh and synthetic upper
Cultural Impact
Since Nike took over as MLB's uniform provider in 2020, they've made significant impacts both on and off the field. The City Connect series sparked unprecedented jersey sales and transformed how teams connect with younger fans in their markets.
"By using sneaker culture as the bridge between baseball traditions and streetwear, Nike has made MLB cool in places the league hasn't been cool since the steroid era." - Troy Hughes, UniWatch
The Nike Air Max 270 MLB Pack is available now for $160 USD. Early reports suggest the Dodgers, White Sox, and Marlins colorways are already selling out at flagship locations.