Miami Marlins History

Celebration shot of the 2003 World Series Champions, the Miami Marlins

2003 World Series Champs

Improbable. Gutsy. Magical. Led by then-72-year-old manager Jack McKeon, the 2003 Florida Marlins shocked the world by defeating the New York Yankees four games to two. A staff of Josh Beckett, A.J. Burnett, Dontrelle Willis and Carl Pavano, mixed with the veteran leadership of Ivan "Pudge" Rodriguez, Mike Lowell and Jeff Conine, led the way as the Florida Marlins defeated the San Francisco Giants, Chicago Cubs and Yankees en route to franchise's second world championship.

Celebration shot of the 1997 World Series Champions, the Florida Marlins

1997 World Series Champs

In one of the greatest endings in World Series history, the Florida Marlins defeated the Cleveland Indians four games to three, winning the decisive Game 7 on a walk-off single by Edgar Renteria to score Craig Counsell. The Marlins became the first wild card team to ever win the Series, in only their fifth season.

Timelines and Milestones

Franchise Timeline

Follow the Marlins history from Charlie Hough's first pitch.

Ballpark History

The Marlins called Sun Life Stadium their home in their first season in 1993 until 2012 when they moved into loanDepot park.

Awards and Honors

All-Stars

Search to see which of your favorite players represented the Marlins in the annual Midsummer Classic.

Honors and Awards

See what Marlins have won Rookie of the Year, Gold Gloves, Silver Sluggers and more.

Retired Numbers

Following an MLB-wide movement, the Marlins are proud to retire #42 in honor of Jackie Robinson.

Stats and Records

Game Records

Test your knowledge of Marlins facts. View single game and full-season records.

Al Lieter's No-Hitter on September 28, 2011

Rare Feats and Club Firsts

Marlins players have incredible individual and club achievements.

All-Time Leaders

Find out what Marlins players lead the franchise in hitting, pitching and defensive stats.

All-Time Leaders

Never lose another argument about which years the Marlins won the World Series again.