Comparing Miami Marlins Throwback Teal jerseys to other great jerseys in MLB 2023

As the Miami Marlins prepare to celebrate their 30th anniversary, the team has announced plans to don its beloved teal throwback jerseys for at least five Friday home games this season. The iconic pinstripe uniforms and caps were last worn in 2018 during a weekend series against the San Diego Padres.

The Marlins are not alone in their efforts to connect with fans through special edition uniforms and merchandising. All across MLB, teams have introduced colorways that attract the attention of their followers and are linked to some of the history of their cities and teams.

Let’s take a look at other special uniforms that will be worn throughout the 2023 season:

Boston Red Sox’s Boston Marathon uniforms

The Boston Red Sox have worn a white-and-baby blue jersey since the 2021 season, commemorating one of the city’s most important sporting events, the Boston Marathon. Following the tragic bombings in 2006, the marathon has become much more than just a race, with people from all across the USA and the world taking part in what has become a symbol of unity and national identity.

The Red Sox’s conmemorative jersey was designed to resemble the T-shirts handed out to race participants, and the number worn on the sleeve represents Fenway Park’s telephone area code (617).

Boston Red Sox

Houston Astros' nod to NASA

Another great jersey that will be worn in the 2023 season is the Houston Astros' "Space City." Revealed last year, this uniform is a nod to NASA's headquarters in Houston. The jersey features the Astros' iconic orange and blue colors, but has the words "Space City" in NASA’s font to represent the area’s connection to space exploration.

Houston Astros

Chicago White Sox’s "Southside" uniforms

The Chicago White Sox have historically been linked to the city’s working class borroughs of the Southside. Although Chicago’s landscape has changed over time, according to the White Sox organization, these City Connect jerseys are a "tribute to the hardworking and resilient mentality of the Southside Chicago community."

LA Dodgers' "Los Dodgers" jerseys

The Los Angeles Dodgers have been playing for a number of seasons with a special edition jersey that reads "Los Dodgers."

The uniform uses the team’s traditional blue and gray colors but adds the Spanish word "los" (the) to signify the influence and roots of the city to its Latin heritage. Along with that, the Dodgers also released a green-and-red jersey with "Los Angeles" written on it to honor the city’s Mexican American comunity. The colors are inspired by the Mexican flag.

While each team has its own unique history and fan base, it is clear that special edition jerseys have become a popular way for organizations to connect with their roots and bring back memories for longtime fans.

With the Miami Marlins set to celebrate their 30th anniversary and World Series win, it is fitting that they would bring back the beloved teal uniforms that were a hallmark of their early success. As the Marlins look to the future, throwback jerseys serve as a reminder of the team's rich history and the promise of more success to come.