Baseball Highlights: 2045 – Coaches Expansion

Eagle-Gryphon Games · Board game · 2015
Ludopedia 7.3 BGG 1–4 Solo 45 min Weight 2.0/5
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FOR GENRE FANS

Fans of Baseball Highlights 2045's futuristic baseball will love this expansion! Coaches add timely tactical decisions, like a bench coach shouting instructions. The draft-and-use-once mechanic keeps things balanced, while designer-homage cards are a fun easter egg. Just don't expect revolution — it's an elegant upgrade for more depth.

Highlights
  • Adds strategy without complexity
  • Coach draft is engaging
  • Perfect for base game fans
Keep in mind
  • Few new cards (only 15)
  • Only worthwhile if you own the base game
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About the game

What you do in a play session

The 'Coaches' expansion for Baseball Highlights: 2045 adds a new strategic layer with 15 legendary coach cards — including designs inspired by famous game creators! Each player drafts 4 coach cards, usable once per game in a best-of-4 series. Before each match, you decide whether to play your coach card to turn the tide or secure that spectacular move. It's like having a bench coach giving you that precious tip at the right moment. The mechanic blends seamlessly with the base game's deck-building system, adding more decision layers without complicating the flow. If you already enjoy Baseball Highlights 2045's strategic gameplay, this expansion is a sure home run!

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1–4 players
1 OK
2 REC
3 REC
4 REC

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Game: Baseball Highlights: 2045 Sports: Baseball
Publisher Eagle-Gryphon Games
Designer Mike Fitzgerald
Artist William Bricker

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Frequently Asked Questions

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5 questions
Do I need the base game to play?
Yes, this is an expansion requiring Baseball Highlights: 2045.
How many coach cards per player?
Each drafts 4 cards but can only use 1 per game in the series.
Does it work for solo play?
Yes! Rules integrate perfectly with the base game's solo mode.
Are the cards overpowered?
No — they're impactful but limited (just 1 use per match).
Who are the coaches on the cards?
They're homages to famous game designers with inspired artwork!

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