2025 MLB superlatives: Most surprising team, biggest disappointment, stupidest storyline and more

The 2025 MLB season has come to a close, and it's time to hand out some unconventional awards. The most surprising team of the year goes to the Arizona Diamondbacks, who exceeded expectations and made a push for the playoffs. In contrast, the New York Mets were the biggest disappointment, failing to live up to their lofty preseason hype. The "stupidest storyline" award goes to the ongoing debate about the designated hitter rule, which continues to divide fans and players. Meanwhile, the "most overrated player" title goes to a star who couldn't quite live up to the hype. The "best unsung hero" award recognizes a player who made a significant impact without garnering much attention, while the "worst umpiring decision" category highlights a controversial call that left fans and teams fuming. Overall, the 2025 MLB season had its fair share of surprises, disappointments, and storylines that captivated the baseball world.