The 25 most disappointing players from the 2025 MLB season so far

We knew there can be hiccups for Alcantara as he returned from Tommy John surgical procedure, however nobody anticipated these struggles. By way of seven begins, Alcantara has had little command, leading to an 8.42 ERA and 1.61 WHIP.

Bailey is extra recognized for his protection than his offense as a Gold Glover, however his bat has been notably quiet early this season. By way of 35 video games performed, he was hitting solely .183/,221/.260 with 37 strikeouts in 113 plate appearances.

After signing a one-year, $6 million contract within the offseason, Bell has proven some pop with 5 residence runs however nothing else offensively. He is hit solely .130 with a .503 OPS by means of 129 plate appearances.

The ERA is strong at 3.80 ERA by means of eight begins, however one thing has been amiss for Bibee early this season. His Okay/9 is down almost 4 strikeouts to six.2, and he is had hassle conserving the ball within the park. Cleveland has purpose for concern.

Burger was added through commerce within the offseason to interchange Nathaniel Lowe, however was despatched all the way down to Triple-A after an terrible begin to his season. The large first baseman was hitting solely .190-3-12 with 3/32 BB/Okay in 108 plate appearances, however returned to the roster in mid-Might.

Conforto signed a one-year, $17 million contract within the offseason, however has but to ship on that deal. He is hit solely .139-2-6 with a .509 OPS in 37 video games, and will lose enjoying time because the Dodgers get more healthy.

Minnesota’s gradual begin offensively is due partly to Correa’s struggles. The Twins staff chief is hitting solely .231-2-13 with a .598 OPS by means of 39 video games.

The second total decide within the 2023 draft, Crews carried out properly late final season however hasn’t discovered his footing in 2025. Whereas he has 5 residence runs and 9 steals by means of 37 video games, he is hit solely .187 with a .571 OPS.

Tampa Bay signed Jansen from the rival Blue Jays within the offseason, however he is struggled together with his new staff. The veteran’s OPS was .517 by means of 27 video games, almost 200 factors under his profession common.

The Braves have wanted their offense to step up with the absence of Ronald Acuna Jr., however Harris hasn’t helped but. The star heart fielder has hit solely .227/.250/.353 by means of 39 video games.

Hicks received off to a superb begin final season, however 2025 has been a unique story. The hard-throwing right-hander has sturdy peripherals however has been hittable in eight begins, leading to a 5.82 ERA and 1.41 WHIP.

Houck’s efficiency has been up and down, however primarily down this season. After posting an ERA above 8.00 by means of 9 begins, Houck was positioned on the IL with an arm damage.

The Jays hoped Gimenez would improve their offense and protection this season after buying him from Cleveland, however he hasn’t helped but. He hit solely .195 with a .577 OPS earlier than happening the IL in early Might.

Baltimore gave Morton $15 million to assist revamp their rotation this offseason, however he is already been banished to the bullpen. The veteran right-hander is 0-7 with an 8.82 ERA by means of 10 appearances.

The highly effective Muncy has lengthy been a streaky hitter, however followers are hoping he will get scorching quickly. He is hit solely .197-1-9 with a .612 OPS by means of 38 video games.

Ortiz has massive footwear to fill, shifting over to shortstop following the departure of Willy Adames. He hasn’t held up offensively but, hitting solely .174-1-6 with a .460 OPS by means of 39 video games.

Pederson signed a large two-year take care of Texas to DH, however his arrival has been quiet. Whereas he is began to warmth up in Might, he was hitting solely .135-1-4 by means of 34 video games.

The Pirates are off to a tough begin, and that features Reynolds’ struggles. He is hit solely .215-5-19 by means of 39 video games, whereas additionally battling an arm damage.

Romano was signed to assist in high-leverage conditions, however has struggled to contribute for the Phils. The previous Blue Jays nearer had a 9.45 ERA by means of 13.1 innings.

Coming off a 44-home run season in Baltimore, Santander signed for giant cash within the offseason. Toronto remains to be ready for his bat to get up, as Santander has hit solely .196-5-16 with a .611 OPS in 36 video games.

Semien’s bat confirmed indicators of decline final season with a sub-.700 OPS, and the pattern has continued early this 12 months. He is began the 12 months hitting solely .179-2-15 in 39 video games.

A shoulder damage stored Steer because the DH early within the 12 months, and he is had a rocky begin to his season. He hit solely .185-3-11 by means of 34 video games.

Vaughn began final season slowly, and he is experiencing the identical frustration early in 2025. He hit solely .189-5-16 by means of 38 video games performed.

The Cardinals high prospect just a few years in the past, Walker’s offense continues to crash within the majors. He is began the season hitting .193-2-12 by means of 127 plate appearances, and stands the chance of one other demotion to Triple-A.

New York traded for Williams within the offseason, however the former All-Star nearer has already pitched himself out of the function. He had a 9.24 ERA by means of 15 appearances, with a spiking stroll price.