With a quarter of the season behind us, the 2025 MLB campaign is in full swing. The crack of the bat is a little louder, the stadiums are a little fuller, and the unique identities of each team, celebrated through their wildly popular City Connect programs, are on full display. From the vibrant "Shoehei" moniker in Los Angeles to the " guardians of the "C" in *Clevel and, these jerseys have become more than uniforms; they are cultural talking points. And now, you can take that distinctive dugout style to the streets.

Nike, in a move that solidifies its position at the intersection of sports and streetwear, has officially dropped the highly anticipated Air Max 270 MLB City Connect Pack. This collection directly translates the bold aesthetics of eight participating teams' City Connect jerseys into a premium footwear silhouette.

It’s too early on to see who the true contenders for the World Series as well as end-of-season awards are, but at this juncture we can crown Nike as true innovators of the on-field jersey movement in the 21st century. The Swoosh's City Connect initiative fundamentally changed how fans interact with team gear, prioritizing local culture and avant-garde design over traditional aesthetics. This shoe pack is the natural evolution, extending that narrative from the diamond to the pavement.

The Kicks: Where Diamond Meets Street

Each Air Max 270 in the pack is a meticulous homage to its corresponding team. The design process goes beyond simple color blocking; it captures the essence of the City Connect theme.

• Boston Red Sox ("The Town"):
• Chicago White Sox ("South Side"):
• Los Angeles Dodgers ("Shoehei"):
• Houston Astros ("Space City"):