If you’ve been trying to run Mini Seasons in MLB The Show 26 on PS5 but keep hitting errors, freezes, or strange bugs, you’re not alone. Many players are facing issues like “unhandled server exception” or roster problems. The good news: there are community-tested fixes that can get you back on the field without losing progress.

1. Restart Your Mini Season

The most effective fix for Mini Seasons issues is often the simplest: restart your season.

• Navigate to the Mini Seasons selection screen.
• Hold the Square button to restart your run.

This clears temporary data and can resolve server-side bugs that prevent games from starting or advancing.

Tip: After restarting, play one game with the auto-generated squad if prompted. Many players report that this alone fixes lingering errors.

2. Generate a “Best Squad”

Sometimes you’ll see an error like “not enough eligible players.” This usually means your roster isn’t properly recognized by the game.

• Go to View and Edit Roster.
• Open Squad Options and select Generate Best Squad.

This refreshes eligibility checks and often fixes roster-related issues immediately.

3. Keep Your Game Updated

Check that your PS5 has the latest patch installed. Game Update 6 addressed server exceptions in Classic Mini Seasons. Running the latest version ensures you get all bug fixes and stability improvements.

4. Avoid Quick Exits

After finishing a Mini Season game or completing a season, avoid jumping back in immediately. Waiting a few seconds before starting another game can prevent:

• Account locking
• Reward miscalculations
• Progress not registering

Patience here goes a long way.

5. Adjust PS5 Video Settings

Some players found that 120Hz output can cause connectivity issues in online modes.

• Go to Settings > Screen and Video > Video Output
• Turn Enable 120Hz Output to Off

This tweak can help reduce crashes and disconnects in Diamond Dynasty Mini Seasons.

6. Known Bugs & Troubleshooting

• Pitcher Fatigue: In some 9-inning games, pitchers lose energy too fast. If your rotation is drained, restarting the season often resets stamina.
• Win/Loss Tracking: If wins aren’t registering or the season soft-locks, submitting a Support Ticket is the safest way to recover lost rewards.
• Server Status: Check DownDetector or the official MLB The Show Twitter/X for ongoing server outages that might prevent Mini Seasons access.

Community Advice

“I had to reset the mini season and play 1 game with the auto-generated team it makes for you, after that I was fine.” – 1 month ago

“For the unhandled server exception, try restarting the mini season and it should fix it. That worked for me at least.”

By following these steps—restarting your season, generating a best squad, keeping your game updated, adjusting your PS5 settings, and knowing when to contact support—you should be able to enjoy Mini Seasons without interruptions. Happy grinding!