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In MLB The Show 26, the 92 OVR Spotlight Kenley Jansen is a pack-only card from April Spotlight Drop 4. Unlike program rewards like Mike Trout, Jansen isn’t unlocked by completing missions—you have to pull him from packs or buy him on the Community Marketplace. Here’s how to get him efficiently without wasting stubs.

Best Ways to Get Jansen
1. Marketplace Purchase (Safest)

The fastest, most reliable way to get Jansen is by buying him directly.

Price: Late April 2026, roughly 35,000–41,000 stubs.
Pros: Zero pack luck, instant acquisition.
Cons: Costs stubs upfront.
2. Targeted Pack Pulling

If you prefer packs, stick to the April Spotlight Week 4 Pack.

Cost: 25,000 stubs per pack (Show Shop, available until May 1, 2026).
Odds:
1 in 8 packs for Jansen himself.
1 in 4 for any 92 OVR Diamond card.

Tip: Don’t open other packs—this keeps your stubs focused on the packs that actually contain Jansen.

3. Grinding for Free Stubs

You can earn stubs and free packs via the April Spotlight Program to fund your Jansen pulls:

Moments: Complete all Drop 4 Moments first—they give quick progress and program points.
PXP Missions: Stack missions in Conquest or Mini Seasons on Rookie difficulty to earn Parallel XP and program rewards faster.
Optional Collections: Use extra Topps Now cards to finish collections and get a huge star boost for the program.
Why Jansen Is Worth It

Jansen is a top-tier closer with excellent meta value (Meta Overall ~80.23):

Pitch Mix: Cutter (95 mph) with sharp break, Slider, and Sinker.
Quirks: Break Outlier (retains break when tired), Homebody, Night Player.
Clutch: Pitching Clutch 110—dominates in high-pressure situations.

Pro Tip: Use him in Home Night games to activate all quirks and get the most out of his elite pitching.

This approach balances efficiency and risk: buying is fastest, targeted packs can pay off with luck, and grinding the program gives free stubs and potential extra rewards. Either way, stacking missions and smart play ensures you maximize your return per stub.