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Hulu's 'Behind The Mask' is getting another season! See our top 7 mascot Picks
Hulu just announced that Behind the Mask will be renewed for another season. Instead of continuing the storylines of Rooty, Hey Reb, Tux, and Bango, the show will be featuring an entirely new set of plushy heroes. Here are our suggestions for the cuddliest, funniest, and zaniest mascots in professional sports.
Paws
Perhaps the most cuddle-worthy mascot on the list, Paws regularly entertains fans at Detroit Tigers games. In fact, he was once sued for being too entertaining, since a fan claimed he sustained an injury from watching Paws too much. Paws also has a very active Twitter, where he congratulates players, and keeps everyone updated on the Tigers in the most upbeat and lovable way.
The Phillie Phanatic
The Phanatic has repsented the Phillies for 35 years, and is beloved in Philadelphia and beyond. Every year, the Phillies coordinate a reading program in local public schools, with the top-reading classroom winning a visit from the Phanatic himself. He also has many favorite foods, including Philly cheesesteaks, scrapple, and tastykakes. His lovable antics and commitment to his community are unbeaten, earning him one of the first spots in the mascot hall of fame.
Mr. Met
Mr. Met may also contend for oldest mascot on this list, reportedly starting work in 1964. He has been a baseball icon beyond Citi Field for decades, and continues to be a hit with children because of his affable demeanor. He also enjoys giving high fours and doing gestures of 12 different languages. Who said old baseball-headed men can't learn new tricks.
The Gorilla
Also known as Go the Gorilla, this mascot has been taking risks far before Bango attempted trampoline dunks. He made news more recently for getting punched in the face after "playfully" kicking a Miami Heat fan. When he isn't starting fights or being inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame, Go makes hundreds of charity appearances and advocates for overall health.
Wally the Green Monster
Wally may be the happiest mascot on this list at the moment, since his Boston Red Sox won the World Series. When the Sox grew out their beards together at the beginning of the season, Wally joined them with his own bushy brunette soup-catcher. In another shocking choice this year, Wally stared at reporters in his first-ever interview...which did not include as much talking as they had hoped.
Wild Wing
Wild Wing is the Mighty Ducks fan fiction character we never knew we needed, and he may be one of the scariest on this list. His identity stems from the film, although his name was the result of a fan write-in contest in 1993. At Anaheim Ducks games, he regularly performs stunts on ice, looks fierce, and rides the Zamboni. He also enjoys playing street hockey against fans when makes public appearances.
The Famous Chicken
While the San Diego Chicken may not be fluffiest on this list, he was one of the first mascots. With leagues of devoted fans, he paved the way for other mascots with his vaudeville-esque antics. He has never been the official mascot of any San Diego team, but he appears at Padres games regularly. Now, the Chicken is seen as a folk icon and representation of the history of the mascot.
