Robb Nen came to Florida in 1993 as an unrefined power pitcher from the Texas Rangers, acquired during the Marlins' first season for Cris Carpenter. With a toe-tap delivery and a high-speed fastball, he shifted from a struggling starter to the franchise’s most dominant early closer.

Following a challenging debut in 1993, the organization repositioned Nen to the bullpen to maximize his electric arm and mitigate the risk of injury. He reached a new level of efficiency in 1994, recording 15 saves during the strike-shortened season, and subsequently experienced a breakout campaign in 1996. During that season, he delivered an exemplary performance in relief, posting a 1.95 ERA and securing 35 saves while striking out 92 batters in just 74 innings. He swiftly established himself as a key figure in late-inning relief, demonstrating that his "Terminator" slider was an indispensable asset for a rising contender.

Nen will be most remembered by Marlins fans for their historic 1997 season. Despite his regular-season ERA exceeding three, he matched his career high in saves with 35. He was instrumental in providing the crucial bridge to victory during the postseason, recording four saves throughout the playoffs. His journey in Florida culminated in a legendary moment in Game 7 of the 1997 World Series, where he pitched 1.2 innings of scoreless relief across the 9th and 10th innings, reaching 102 mph on the radar gun—to preserve the Marlins’ hope for their eventual walk-off victory in the 11th.

Following the World Series win, Nen was one of the many players traded, with San Francisco being his destination.  He departed as the franchise’s all-time leader in appearances and remains the all-time saves leader with 108.

A.J. Ramos came to Miami as a 21st-round pick, initially overlooked as a late-round choice from Texas Tech. Despite the odds, he became one of the most dependable pitchers in Marlins’ bullpen history. Known for his strikeout ability and deceptive delivery, he served as a flexible reliever bridging the middle innings and the ninth, eventually assuming the full-time closer role.

Ramos made his debut for the Marlins in 2012, finishing with an impressive 7-0 record and a 2.11 ERA across 68 games. By 2015, after filling in for the ninth inning, he was promoted to closer, achieving 32 saves and demonstrating that his high-strikeout ability was a key strength for the end of the bullpen.

In 2016, he successfully converted his first 24 save opportunities, a franchise record, and earned his first All-Star selection. He finished the campaign with a career-high 40 saves, posting a 1.67 home ERA and establishing himself as one of the premier late-inning threats in the National League.

Following the franchise’s familiar pattern of retooling before a contract reached its peak value, the organization traded him to the New York Mets in exchange for Merandy Gonzalez and Ricardo Cespedes.  Ramos would finish 175 Games for Miami with 92 Saves.

Cody Ross arrived in Florida in early 2006 as a nomadic outfielder searching for a permanent home after brief stops in Detroit, Los Angeles, and Cincinnati. The Marlins purchased his contract in May of that year, and he quickly proved he belonged in the big leagues.

After appearing in 157 games across 2006 and 2007, Ross demonstrated a knack for finding the gaps and clearing the fences. He became a fixture in the lineup in 2008, belting 22 home runs with a .260 average. He followed that with an even more productive 2009, recording a career-high 24 home runs and 90 RBIs while batting .270.

During the Marlins' cost-cutting, he was placed on waivers and was claimed by the San Francisco Giants.  While the Marlins moved on from his salary, Ross went on to become a national hero in the Bay Area, earning NLCS MVP honors and a World Series ring.  

As a Marlin, Ross had 80 Home Runs with 503 Hits. 

Carl Pavano arrived in Florida during the 2002 season after a trade with the Expos, a pitcher whose career was later defined by health struggles in New York but reached its peak in the sun of Miami. While he began his tenure as a versatile arm moving between the rotation and the bullpen, he quickly emerged as a reliable workhorse.

After a solid introduction in late 2002, Pavano spent 2003 proving his durability by logging over 200 innings for the first time. While his regular season record of 12-13 was modest, he saved his best work for the postseason. He operated as a versatile weapon for manager Jack McKeon, appearing in eight games and posting a stellar 1.40 ERA over 19.1 innings. His brilliance in the World Series against the Yankees, where he allowed only one run over eight innings in Game 4, was vital in securing the franchise’s second World Series championship.

Pavano followed that with his best season, going to his only All-Star Game and posting career-highs in Wins (18), ERA (3.00), Innings (222.1), and WHIP (1.174).  With a sixth-place Cy Young finish, his stock had never been higher, and you know what that means.  Pavano got paid big time: by the New York Yankees.

With the Marlins, Pavano had a record of 33-23 with 313 Strikeouts.