Miami – Luis Castillo, the renowned Dominican former second baseman, was honored with his induction into the Miami Marlins Hall of Fame in an emotional ceremony at LoanDepot Park. The event took place as part of the Dominican Heritage weekend, prior to the matchup between the Marlins and the Toronto Blue Jays, with the presence of franchise legends and a multitude of fans.At 49 years old, Castillo left an indelible mark on the Marlins, playing with the team for 10 seasons. During this time, his batting average was .293, with an OBP of .370, 192 extra-base hits, and 533 stolen bases. His performance earned him a total of 22.4 wins above replacement (WAR) in 1,128 regular season games.
Highlighted Achievements
- Three Gold Gloves
- Three-time All-Star
- 2003 World Series Champion
The ceremony, a milestone in the organization’s history, also celebrated iconic figures like Jeff Conine, Jim Leyland, and Jack McKeon, who contributed to the Marlins’ success. Castillo and Conine participated in the official launch, accompanied by Juan Pierre, Antonio Alfonseca, Liván Hernández, and Gaby Sánchez.The Club Atlético Tigres del Licey extended their congratulations to Castillo for this well-deserved recognition of his career and legacy in baseball.Luis Castillo’s legacy includes several franchise historical records, highlighting the most games played and an impressive 35-game hitting streak in 2002, a Major League record for a second baseman at the time.His impact also extends to winter baseball, where he was key for the Tigres del Licey, achieving three LIDOM championships. He was awarded the Gold Glove in the 1997-98 season, led in triples (4) in the 1998-99 tournament and in stolen bases (17), establishing himself as one of the most complete players of his generation.It is an immense honor to be part of the Marlins’ history and to share this moment with my family, my teammates, and the fans who always supported me.
