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Florida Marlins Team History

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  • 1990
  • 1997
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  • Florida Marlins 1990

    Florida Marlins Team Formation

    On March 7, 1990, Wayne Huizenga, CEO of Blockbuster Entertainment Corporation, announced he had purchased 15 percent of the NFL’s Miami Dolphins and 50 percent of the Dolphins’ home, Joe Robbie Stadium, for an estimated $30 million. Huizenga stated his intention to aggressively pursue an expansion franchise. MLB had announced a few months earlier that it intended to add two ...
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    World Series Winner 1997

    The 1997 World Series featured the Cleveland Indians, who were playing in their second World Series in three years. Their opponents were the Florida Marlins, who had set a record by reaching the Series in only their fifth season. The Marlins were underdogs, but they capped a stunning season by beating the Indians in seven games, becoming the first-ever wild ...
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  • World Series - 2003 Florida Marlins

    World Series Winner 2003

    The 2003 World Series marked the 99th edition of the World Series. The Florida Marlins defeated the New York Yankees in six games, 4–2. This is also the most recent Series in which the losing team outscored the winning team. The Yankees lost, despite outscoring the Marlins 21–17 in the Series.
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History of the Marlins

The Florida Marlins are a professional baseball team in the National League East division of Major League Baseball (MLB). The team was founded as an expansion franchise in 1993 and is based in Miami, Florida. They have won two World Series titles, making them one of only five teams to win multiple championships since MLB's inception.

The Marlins began their history with some success, winning their first division title in 1997 despite having the lowest payroll among all major league teams. This success continued into 2003 when they won another division championship before defeating the New York Yankees 4-2 in an exciting seven-game series for their first-ever World Series Championship. After this victory, many fans expected great things from this young franchise. Still, unfortunately, these expectations were not met as they failed to reach postseason play again until 2008 when they again made it back to October baseball and went on to defeat Philadelphia Phillies 4-1 for a second consecutive world title!

Since then, however, there has been much disappointment surrounding this organization due mainly in part to ownership changes which saw several different owners take control over a short period while also cutting spending drastically, resulting in low payrolls and lackluster performances on the field year after year leading up 2018 season where new owner Derek Jeter took control promising change & progress which he delivered through hiring highly respected executives such as Kim Ng who became 1st female GM any significant sports organization & trading away star players like Giancarlo Stanton further reducing salary commitments while stocking up farm system with prospects ready compete soon future hopefully return the glory days past!

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Established
1993

City
Miami

League History
2000 – Present / Major League Baseball
1993 – 1999 / National League

Team History
2012 – Present / Miami Marlins
1993 – 2011 / Florida Marlins

Nickname
Marlins – The Florida Marlins are among the most recognizable MLB teams in the United States. Their bright colors and unique logo have become an iconic part of Major League Baseball. But do you know where their nickname “Marlins” comes from?

The team was founded in 1993 as a National League expansion team and chose to go with the name “Marlins” after a type of fish native to South Florida waters. The species is known for its speed, agility, and intelligence—all qualities that make it an appropriate mascot for a baseball team!

In addition to being named after this particular species, there are some interesting stories behind why they chose this specific name over others, like Miami Heat or Palm Beach Rays (both considered). For example, owner Wayne Huizenga wanted something more unique than just another city-based nickname like those two options would have been. He thought it made sense because not only did marlins live locally but also represented strength which he believed was important when starting up any new venture – including an MLB franchise!

Furthermore, the original logo featured a marlin leaping from beneath the water with its sharp bill pointed toward the home plate. This design has since evolved into what we see today on all Marlins jerseys: A stylized version of the fish swimming through waves while maintaining its signature yellow color scheme.

Altogether, these facts demonstrate how much thought went into creating memorable branding for one of America's favorite pastimes - baseball! Whether you're watching them play at home or away, show your support by wearing your official Florida Marlin gear!

Championship
World Series 2
2003, 1997

Stadium
2021 - Present / LoanDepot Park
2012 – 2020 / Marlins Park
1993 – 2011 / Sun Life Stadium

Owner
2018 – Present / Bruce Sherman, Michael Jordan and Derek Jeter
2002 – 2018 / Jeffrey Loria
1998 – 2002 / John W. Henry
1993 – 1998 / Wayne Huizenga

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Retired Number
42 / Jackie Robinson

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