With a quarter of the season behind us, the 2025 MLB campaign is in full swing. It's too early 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.
To celebrate this partnership and the unique identities of MLB franchises, Nike has just dropped the spectacular Air Max 270 MLB City Connect Pack, merging performance footwear with the distinctive aesthetics of baseball's most iconic teams.
The Design Inspiration
Each sneaker in the collection draws direct inspiration from Nike's hugely popular City Connect series of jerseys. These uniforms reimagine team identities through the lens of their local culture, history, and spirit, moving beyond traditional colors and logos.
The Air Max 270 incorporates these unique colorways and design motifs into its sleek silhouette. From the vibrant "Serpientes" pattern of the Arizona Diamondbacks edition to the clean, "Wrigleyville" inspiration of the Chicago Cubs pair, each shoe tells a story of its city.
Signature Features
- Team-specific City Connect color schemes applied throughout the upper
- Custom accents on the tongue and heel featuring team logos or location codes (e.g., "BOS" for Boston)
- The largest-ever 270 Air unit for maximum comfort and all-day wear
- Subtle graphic nods to jersey patterns on the sock liner and insole
Available Now
The pack is available starting today on Nike.com
Grab your pair and represent your city's unique baseball identity, both in the ballpark and on the streets.