I believe the thing that went unexpected for me was the story of New Orleans Specters - from dust we will rise and fall again.

I'm somehow fascinated by this team. When I returned to this forum first I was surprised by the existence of this team. I knew the SHL would expand but I didn't pull the real numbers up. Also as a happy surprise was that franchise symbols looked sweet. I liked it. Logo - not too much detailed, fitting to name. Colors - match to name, differs from other teams, not too toxic for the eye.

I remember when they were around the play-off zone. I can't pull together if they were just before the PO spot or managed to get there. Doesn't matter because is a season 1 or 2 they rocked the league. Won the cup, smashed the sim, won the regular season and fell down in the next seasons.

What's the best surprise? League changed rules because of it. No agitators anymore! That's my big surprise.