1997 NL Division Title – 94–68
The Miami Marlins have always been in the NL East, not the Central.
The Miami Marlins joined the National League in 1993 as an expansion team. In 1997, they won the World Series as a wild card team. The Marlins were originally placed in the NL East, a decision influenced by the Atlanta Braves' request to move from the NL West to the NL East to form a natural rivalry with the Marlins.
Quick Facts
- Record
- 94–68
- Division
- NL East (1st place)
- Season
- 1997
- Ace pitcher
- Kevin Brown (16 wins)
- Key hitter
- Moisés Alou (outfield)
- Postseason result
- Won 1997 World Series vs. Cleveland Indians (4–3)
- Franchise context
- 5th season of existence; first postseason appearance and first World Series title
Lore & Background
When the NL Central was created in 1994, the Atlanta Braves were originally slated to move from the NL West to the Central, while the Pittsburgh Pirates were to stay in the East. However, the Braves requested to be moved to the East instead to create a rivalry with the expansion Florida Marlins. The Marlins offered to go to the Central, but the Pirates gave up their spot in the East to the Braves.
Reader's Guide
The Marlins have never been members of the NL Central. They have always played in the NL East. The NL Central was created in 1994 with five founding members: Chicago Cubs, Cincinnati Reds, Pittsburgh Pirates, St. Louis Cardinals (all from the NL East), and Houston Astros (from the NL West). The Milwaukee Brewers joined in 1998 from the AL Central.
Did You Know?
- The Pirates have never won the NL Central division title, though they have three wild card appearances.
- The Cardinals have won 12 of the 26 NL Central division championships through 2024.
More in Honours & Records
Elsewhere in Miami Marlins
Spotted an error? Know more?
Reader corrections go straight into our review queue. Suggest an edit · How this site is sourced