Product Description Major League Baseball 2K9 captures the essence of baseball down to some of the most minute, player- specific details including batting stances, pitching windups and signature swings. 2K Sports has gone above and beyond the call of duty to deliver this in true major league fashion. Additionally, gameplay enhancements in pitching, batting, fielding and baserunning promise this years installment to be user-friendly and enjoyable for rookies or veterans. New commentary and presentation provide the icing to this ultimate baseball experience. If you really want to Play Ball this is the game for you. Amazon.com Get ready to get your uniform dirty as you play ball on the PlayStation 2 with Major League Baseball 2K9 by Take-Two. You'll recognize your favorite players as MLB 2K9 captures such minute as each player's unique batting stances, different pitching windups and swings. With new commentary and gameplay enhancements to all facets of the experience, Major League Baseball 2K9 is a whole new ballgame. Different Gameplay Modes Play as your favorite team, struggle through the grind of an entire season and try to win the World Series. Instead of shouting your managerial skills at the television, you can steal a base yourself, or pinch-hit with a lefty on your bench. It's all up to you. In addition to playing a season as your favorite team, the PS2 version of the game also features a GM career mode, which allows you to control four franchises simultaneously. Appease your owners by acquiring players, making trades, and, hopefully, bringing home a World Series Championship. Rosters Updated for the 2009 Season The latest rosters are included in the game, so your favorite team will have all its 2009 players, just like in real life. The Inside Edge feature uses six years of scouting data to accurately mimic player tendencies. You'll notice your favorite players reacting to situations in the game just as they would in real life. Play Online Against Players All Over the World If you think you're the best, prove it: MLB 2K9 for PS2 lets you play online against players all over the world. Choose your favorite team, even the Pirates, and show that the only reason they haven't won lately is because you weren't at the helm. New Play by Play and Commentary and New Music MLB 2K9 brings with it the new broadcast team of Gary Thorne and Steve Phillips. The new team injects depth and insight into the game, and provides another level of realism. In addition, the game also has real-time crowd noise and other sound effects that will have you thinking you're out there in the bleachers. A new soundtrack features the music of Judas Priest, Cheap Trick, Ted Nugent, Boys Like Girls, and more.