REMEMBER THE MANIA

A May, 1993, fantasy: The expansion Florida Marlins visit Dodger Stadium for a three-game series. The Marlins’ ace, fresh from the Mexican winter league, wears No. 34 and has a familiar face.

The crowd is rooting for the Marlins.

There aren’t many big league players who deserve their status and wealth, but Fernando does. He’s paid his dues.

MIKE EBERTS

Los Angeles