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After winning the 2003 World Series, the Florida Marlins entered 2004 with high hopes and a retooled roster. Retaining a core of stars from their title team, the Florida Marlins fell short of reaching the postseason, but they posted the third winning season in franchise history, boasting an 83-79 record. Pitchers Carl Pavano and Armando Benitez turned in record-setting performances. Pavano went 18-8 with a 3.30 ERA, and his 18 wins established a season high by a Florida Marlin. Benitez became the club's season saves leader with 47 (in 51 saves attempts). Pavano, Benitez, Mike Lowell and Miguel Cabrera each enjoyed All-Star seasons, with Cabrera belting 33 homers (second-most ever in a season by a Florida Marlin) while driving in 112 runs. Luis Castillo won his second straight Gold Glove at second base.
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