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One of two expansion teams to join Major League Baseball in 1993, the Florida Marlins won the first of two World Series championships in 1997. They were the quickest franchise to win the title until 2001, when the Arizona Diamondbacks did it in their fourth year of existence.
Though the Marlins have never won a National League East title, they've never lost a postseason series. In 2003, they came back from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series to advance to the World Series and beat the New York Yankees in six games. Tempering the franchise's on-field success has been its repeated failure to secure financing for a baseball-only facility. The Marlins'...
Though the Marlins have never won a National League East title, they've never lost a postseason series. In 2003, they came back from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series to advance to the World Series and beat the New York Yankees in six games. Tempering the franchise's on-field success has been its repeated failure to secure financing for a baseball-only facility. The Marlins'...
One of two expansion teams to join Major League Baseball in 1993, the Florida Marlins won the first of two World Series championships in 1997. They were the quickest franchise to win the title until 2001, when the Arizona Diamondbacks did it in their fourth year of existence.
Though the Marlins have never won a National League East title, they've never lost a postseason series. In 2003, they came back from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series to advance to the World Series and beat the New York Yankees in six games. Tempering the franchise's on-field success has been its repeated failure to secure financing for a baseball-only facility. The Marlins' lease at Dolphin Stadium, a venue they share with the NFL's Miami Dolphins and the University of Miami (starting in 2008), expires after the 2010 season.
Limited revenue streams have hindered the Marlins' ability to retain their star players long-term. Under original owner H. Wayne Huizenga, John Henry and current owner Jeffrey Loria, a New York City-based art dealer, the Marlins have traded numerous star players because of economics.
Among the players the Marlins have traded since 1997: Moises Alou, Kevin Brown, Al Leiter, Gary Sheffield, Edgar Renteria, Derrek Lee, Carlos Delgado, Mike Lowell, Luis Castillo, and Josh Beckett.
Roster instability has contributed to the Marlins having a lukewarm relationship with fans. They drew more than 60,000 for their World Series appearances, but Marlins' home games are among the most poorly attended in the majors. The reasons stem from not having a sufficiently competitive team to the constant threat of rain during the South Florida summers. In spite of the extensive roster turnover the Marlins have enjoyed front office stability. Dave Dombrowski served as the team's general manager from its inception through the 2001 season. Starting in 2002, when Loria purchased the team, Larry Beinfest assumed those responsibilities and remains in charge of all personnel matters as president of baseball operations. Starting with Rene Lachemann (1993-96), the Marlins have employed eight managers: John Boles (1996, 1999-2001), Jim Leyland (1997-98), Tony Perez (2001), Jeff Torborg (2002-03), Jack McKeon (2003-05), Joe Girardi (2006) and Fredi Gonzalez (2007-present).
The Marlins have never had a player hit for the cycle, but Leiter (1996), Brown (1997), A.J. Burnett (2001) and Anibal Sanchez (2006) all have thrown no-hitters.
Though the Marlins have never won a National League East title, they've never lost a postseason series. In 2003, they came back from a 3-1 deficit to beat the Chicago Cubs in the National League Championship Series to advance to the World Series and beat the New York Yankees in six games. Tempering the franchise's on-field success has been its repeated failure to secure financing for a baseball-only facility. The Marlins' lease at Dolphin Stadium, a venue they share with the NFL's Miami Dolphins and the University of Miami (starting in 2008), expires after the 2010 season.
Limited revenue streams have hindered the Marlins' ability to retain their star players long-term. Under original owner H. Wayne Huizenga, John Henry and current owner Jeffrey Loria, a New York City-based art dealer, the Marlins have traded numerous star players because of economics.
Among the players the Marlins have traded since 1997: Moises Alou, Kevin Brown, Al Leiter, Gary Sheffield, Edgar Renteria, Derrek Lee, Carlos Delgado, Mike Lowell, Luis Castillo, and Josh Beckett.
Roster instability has contributed to the Marlins having a lukewarm relationship with fans. They drew more than 60,000 for their World Series appearances, but Marlins' home games are among the most poorly attended in the majors. The reasons stem from not having a sufficiently competitive team to the constant threat of rain during the South Florida summers. In spite of the extensive roster turnover the Marlins have enjoyed front office stability. Dave Dombrowski served as the team's general manager from its inception through the 2001 season. Starting in 2002, when Loria purchased the team, Larry Beinfest assumed those responsibilities and remains in charge of all personnel matters as president of baseball operations. Starting with Rene Lachemann (1993-96), the Marlins have employed eight managers: John Boles (1996, 1999-2001), Jim Leyland (1997-98), Tony Perez (2001), Jeff Torborg (2002-03), Jack McKeon (2003-05), Joe Girardi (2006) and Fredi Gonzalez (2007-present).
The Marlins have never had a player hit for the cycle, but Leiter (1996), Brown (1997), A.J. Burnett (2001) and Anibal Sanchez (2006) all have thrown no-hitters.
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Fast start
Roch Around the ClockIt didn't take long for the Orioles to give Garrett Olson a lead.Nick Markakis belted a two-run homer in the first inning, the ball landing in the back of the flag court, after Blue Jays starter Shaun Marcum hit Adam......Tags: Milwaukee Brewers, New York Mets, Philadelphia Phillies
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Pitching performances trouble Trembley
Sun reporterOrioles manager Dave Trembley went back to his apartment late Tuesday and watched a replay of his team's 10-8 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays earlier in the night. It certainly didn't look any better the second time around. "We have to understand also that...Tags: Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, Brian Roberts, Minnesota Twins, Philadelphia Phillies
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Pitching struggles keep Trembley up at night
Sun reporterOrioles manager Dave Trembley went back to his apartment late Tuesday and watched a replay of his team's 10-8 loss to the Toronto Blue Jays earlier in the night. It certainly didn't look any better the second time around. "We have to understand also...Tags: Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, Brian Roberts, Minnesota Twins, Philadelphia Phillies
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TONIGHT'S GAME
Marlins at Cubs 8:05 p.m., Wrigley Field, Chicago TV: FSN. Radio: WAXY (790-AM); WEFL (760-AM); WQBA (1140-AM, Spanish).Tags: Wrigley Field, Major League Baseball
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Can't score, can't win
South Florida Sun-SentinelTake away his three starts against the Braves and Ricky Nolasco would be among the National League ERA leaders. Unfortunately for Nolasco and the Marlins those outings count just the same. The Braves once again took it to Nolasco, spanking him for five...Tags: Tim Hudson, Ryan Tucker, Atlanta Braves, Luis Gonzalez, Dolphin Stadium
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Final ruling on Florida Marlins stadium expected by Sept. 15
South Florida Sun-SentinelThe trial targeting the financing for a Florida Marlins ballpark wrapped up Wednesday, but the judge said she needs more time to rule on whether the project serves a "paramount public purpose," casting the stadium construction timeline into further doubt....Tags: Court Administration, David Samson, Orange Bowl, Constitutional Issues, Manny Diaz
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Trade winds target Mike Jacobs
South Florida Sun-SentinelIt's not as significant as making the All-Star team or signing a multi-year contract or playing in the World Series, but one way a player knows he has arrived as a major-leaguer is hearing his name in trade rumors. This week, Mike Jacobs took his first...Tags: ESPN, Arbitration, Wrigley Field, New York Mets, Carlos Delgado
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Any Solution To Baseball's Broken-Bat Problem?
Courant Staff WriterLast month, a 16-member advisory committee met in New York to examine health and safety risks posed by maple bats breaking, resulting in jagged projectiles flying in the direction of players and spectators. Major League Baseball concluded that it would...Tags: Boston Red Sox, San Diego Padres, Barry Bonds, Johnny Damon, Health and Safety at School
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Series matchup: Florida Marlins at Chicago Cubs
All games on WGN-AM 720 Season series: First meeting of 2008. Thursday: 7:05 p.m.; CSN. LH Scott Olsen (6-4, 3.84) vs. RH Carlos Zambrano (10-4, 2.98) Friday: 1:20; WGN-Ch. 9. RH Josh Johnson (0-0, 3.86) vs. RH Ryan Dempster (11-4, 3.05) Sat.: 12:05;...Tags: Mike Fontenot, Jason Marquis, Multi-Sport Events, Major League Baseball, Kosuke Fukudome
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Mussina beats Twins to extend Yanks' home winning streak
Mike Mussina baffled the Twins for eight innings, Alex Rodriguez hit a two-run double and the New York Yankees beat Minnesota 5-1 Wednesday for their 10th straight home win. Justin Christian drove in two runs with a double, and Richie Sexson had a...Tags: Jonathan Papelbon, Tim Hudson, Doug Mientkiewicz, Chipper Jones, Greg Maddux
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