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PHOENIX — The National League MVP finalists were announced Monday, but one player left off the list after a breakout season was Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo.
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Why does Perdomo deserve to be recognized as an MVP this last season?
Jul 6, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) makes the play for an out against the Kansas City Royals in the third inning at Chase Field. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images
The NL MVP finalists came down to Los Angeles Dodgers’ Shohei Ohtani, Philadelphia Phillies’ Kyle Schwarber and New York Mets’ Juan Soto. While each had a successful season and reasons that make them MVP-worthy, one factor they all share is power hitting.
Too often, MVP nominations stem from dominating home runs and RBIs or from players who bring a “blockbuster” presence to the league. While other metrics are considered in determining what makes a player MVP-worthy, it’s mainly those with power bats who drive in the most runs.
Arizona Diamondbacks Geraldo Perdomo (2) hits the game winning RBI-single to defeat the Los Angeles Dodgers 5-4 in the ninth inning at Chase Field in Phoenix on Sept. 23, 2025. Mandatory Credit: Rob Schumacher-Arizona Republic
Perdomo doesn’t fit that mold. Instead, the switch-hitting shortstop is known for his plate discipline, high contact rate and clutch hitting when the Diamondbacks need a rally. He doesn’t have the home run totals that would make him an MVP, but his value goes far beyond that.
The D-backs shortstop hit .290 with 20 home runs, an .851 OPS and 27 stolen bases. In wins above replacement, Perdomo ranked second in the National League at 7.1, trailing Ohtani, who led with 7.5.
This year, Perdomo made franchise history by recording 100 RBIs, the most by a shortstop in a single season.
Jun 4, 2025; Atlanta, Georgia, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) throws a runner out at first against the Atlanta Braves in the first inning at Truist Park. Mandatory Credit: Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Perdomo has been a homegrown star in the making, constantly pushing himself to improve. A historic milestone like this proves his commitment to getting better in all aspects of the game, not just with power. In a season marked by setbacks, the Diamondbacks’ shortstop kept the team in contention with his heroics.
That’s what an MVP does. An MVP keeps the team afloat and provides the spark when it’s needed most.
The only players in MLB this season to hit at least .290 and drive in 100 runs:
Aaron Judge (MVP finalist)
Geraldo Perdomo (not an MVP finalist)
Interesting. pic.twitter.com/Ho85A56d84
— Logan🌵 (@phxlogan) November 4, 2025
Geraldo Perdomo = 1st in bWAR, second in fWAR. Doesn’t even get nominated.
Who are the people voting here? Do they go to bed at 8pm Eastern time? https://t.co/RkVnl1Iw7L
— AZ SnakePit (@AZSnakepit) November 4, 2025
While not totally shocking, still very disappointing. There really wasn’t anyone other than Ohtani more valuable to his team than Geraldo Perdomo, OR objectively more valuable when ALL things taken into account.
The writers missed here not having Domo in top 3 https://t.co/wArqZOdY5i
— Jack Sommers (@shoewizard59) November 4, 2025
Que Injusticia.
Entonces el hombre que posee el mejor 4to WAR con 7 y líder en su posición, no fue tomado en cuenta para ser nominado al MVP por la LN.
El dominicano Geraldo Perdomo, registró un WAR por encima de Juan Soto y Kyle Schwarber y nadie se ha pronunciado sobre esto. pic.twitter.com/46J5gUN0MQ
— MariaSportsMas (@MariaSportsMas) November 4, 2025
Apr 11, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Arizona Diamondbacks shortstop Geraldo Perdomo (2) singles in the seventh inning against the Milwaukee Brewers at Chase Field.Credit: Matt Kartozian-Imagn Images
Amid a crowd of popular MVP talent, Perdomo’s season is a reminder that value isn’t always flashy. It can show up in less talked-about ways and in something more than just big swings.
Perdomo’s 2025 season won’t be forgotten by Arizona fans anytime soon.
Still, his efforts deserved, at the very least, to be mentioned alongside those who also helped lead their teams to success.
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Wendy Lopez is a reporter for Burn City Sports. You can follow her on her X account, @wlopezde
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