Marliniversary: Marlins top Expos to clinch first postseason berth
A Marlins memory from this day in 1997. Now in their 30th season, the Florida/Miami Marlins have made just three postseason appearances. Fortunately, two have resulted in world championships. The first postseason appearance was clinched on this day 25 years ago as the Florida Marlins defeated the Montreal Expos, 6-3. After getting swept at home by the New York Mets, the Marlins needed just one win to clinch a playoff berth as they arrived at Olympic Stadium to face the Montreal Expos on Sept. 23, 1997. With Kevin Brown on the mound, things seemed to be in Florida’s favor, but…
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