Josh Beckett tags Jorge Posada for the final out of the 2003 World Series. (Elise Amendola/AP)
2003 World Series Champs
It was a matchup for the ages as the World Series celebrated its 100th birthday. The Marlins surprised everyone but themselves to win it all in six games, defeating the AL champion New York Yankees.
1997 World Series Champions
The Marlins became the first Wild Card team to win a World Series, as they came from behind in eight of their 11 postseason victories.
Timeline
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