Microsoft today announced that MLB Stickball is slated to hit the Xbox Live Arcade service this coming Wednesday. Players can try their luck against eight randomly selected MLB teams in a game of stickball.

Developed by Gaia Industries, MLB Stickball will cost 800 Microsoft Points.

Hit the Streets for a Classic Game of Stickball in MLB® Stickball Available on Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday!

Experience a spin on one of America’s oldest pastimes in “MLB® Stickball” coming to Xbox LIVE Arcade this Wednesday, October 8, 2008 at 9 a.m. GMT (2:00 a.m. PDT).

The classic game of stickball comes to Xbox LIVE Arcade with tons of great features, including bounce pitches, rules that are tailored to each individual environment and no gloves! Unlock your dream team by collecting ToppsTM Pro cards, which feature 120 of your favorite professional players from all 30 MLB® teams. Try your luck against eight randomly selected MLB® teams.

Published by 2K Sports and developed by Gaia Industries, “MLB® Stickball” will be available for 800 Microsoft Points worldwide. The game is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.

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