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Laurence Leavy, better known as Marlins Man or Marlins Guy (born October 13, 1956), is an American attorney and sports fan from North Miami Beach, Florida who, beginning in 2012, gained notoriety for his frequent appearances at major sporting events while wearing orange Miami Marlins apparel. His seating placement in view of broadcast cameras has drawn attention at the World Series, Super Bowl, NBA Finals, Kentucky Derby, College World Series and other events. Leavy has been described by USA Today as a "ubiquitous superfan".
Background
Leavy announced in a tweet in July 2016 that he was originally a fan of the Atlanta Braves from 1974-1993. At a 2012 Miami Heat playoff game in which white T-shirts were distributed, Leavy stood out in his bright orange Miami Marlins jersey. After attending a Marlins game the same day, the white T-shirt was stolen from his seat, causing him to be visible on television. Later that year, Leavy was seen sitting behind home plate at AT&T Park during the World Series. The following day, a park ranger near the Golden Gate Bridge coined the term "Marlins Man". Leavy credits his rise to prominence to the new color scheme introduced by the Miami Marlins in 2012. He lists his favorite sports teams as the Miami Marlins, Heat, Dolphins and Florida State Seminoles. He is also notable for being one of Pardon My Take's "Wokest Guests", along with AJ Green and Addison Russell.
Events attended
In addition to the World Series, Leavy has been spotted by media at a variety of other events. In 2014, Leavy estimated that he spent an average of 300 days per year traveling to sporting events.
In May 2014, media spotted Leavy behind the Oklahoma City Thunder bench in a Western Conference semifinals playoff game against the Los Angeles Clippers.
In May 2015, Leavy was seen at the finish line at the 2015 Preakness Stakes, in which American Pharoah completed the second leg of the Triple Crown.
In June 2015, Leavy was seen attending his 70th NBA Finals game at Quicken Loans Arena, as the Cleveland Cavaliers hosted the Golden State Warriors.
In October 2015, Leavy attended both MLB Wild Card games, in which the Houston Astros defeated the New York Yankees, and the Chicago Cubs defeated the Pittsburgh Pirates. He attended both series of the ALDS in which the Kansas City Royals defeated the Houston Astros and the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the Texas Rangers. He also attended both series of the NLDS, in which the Chicago Cubs defeated the St. Louis Cardinals, and the New York Mets defeated the Los Angeles Dodgers. He was seen, again, attending the ALCS, in which the Kansas City Royals defeated the Toronto Blue Jays, and the NLCS in which the New York Mets defeated the Chicago Cubs. He attended all five games of the World Series between the New York Mets and the Kansas City Royals.
During the 2015 MLB season, Leavy attended 148 games.
In June 2016, Leavy was spotted at the 2016 NBA Finals, between the Cleveland Cavaliers and the Golden State Warriors.
In June 2016, Leavy attended multiple games of the 2016 College World Series between Coastal Carolina University and the University of Arizona.
In July 2016, Leavy attended the 2016 MLB All-Star Game and was seen sitting behind home plate on the FOX broadcast.
July 31, 2016, Marlin's Man attended the Cubs game at Wrigley Field.
September 4, 2016, Marlins Man attended Mets vs Nationals in New York with the Milk Boys of PMT.
September 11, 2016, Marlins Man attended Astros vs Cubs at Minute Maid Park.
September 25, 2016, Marlins Man attended Cubs vs Cardinals at Wrigley Field.
October 5, 2016, Marlins Man attended the 2016 NL Wild Card Game between the San Francisco Giants and New York Mets.
October 6, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 1 of the 2016 ALDS between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Texas Rangers.
October 7, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 1 of the 2016 NLDS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals.
October 9, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 2 of the 2016 NLDS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals.
October 10, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 3 of the 2016 NLDS between the Chicago Cubs and the San Francisco Giants.
October 11, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 4 of the 2016 NLDS between the Chicago Cubs and the San Francisco Giants.
October 13, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 5 of the 2016 NLDS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Washington Nationals.
October 15, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 1 of the 2016 NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs.
October 16, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 2 of the 2016 NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs. Also in attendance was Marlins Woman, his girlfriend. His "girlfriend" was ultimately found out to be PFT Commenter of Barstool Sports.
October 22, 2016, Marlins Man attended Game 6 of the 2016 NLCS between the Los Angeles Dodgers and the Chicago Cubs.
November 6, 2016. Marlins Man attended the Sunday Night Football game between the Oakland Raiders and the Denver Broncos.
November 7, 2016. Marlins Man attended the Monday night basketball game between the Golden State Warriors and the New Orleans Pelicans.
November 15, 2016. Marlins Man attended the NCAA Men's Basketball "Champions Classic" event, featuring a doubleheader of Michigan State vs. Kentucky and Duke vs. Kansas at Madison Square Garden.
Personal life
Leavy is the owner of a law firm in Miami, Florida.