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Sacramento River Cats

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Photo Credit: Sacramento River Cats  Dinger is the mascot for The Sacramento River Cats, Triple-A affiliate of the San Francisco Giants. The River Cats play their home games at Sutter Health Park in West Sacramento, California, and are part of the Pacific Coast League. On a cold blustery night 20 winters ago, strange sounds began echoing through the air at the Sutter Health Park (formerly Raley Field) construction site. The odd noises led members of the River Cats’ front office down a path leading underneath Tower Bridge. There, on the bank of the river, was the oddest sight: a distraught and very large cat sitting on a rock. The River Cats’ staff cautiously approached the imposing, yet welcoming feline and asked if they could be of assistance. The cat turned with a large, comforting smile. “Hello, my name is Dinger, and I live here on the river,” he said. “I hope I didn’t scare you. I really love having fun and entertaining people.” When the staff returned to the office, D
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Rocket City Trash Pandas

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Sprocket is the mascot of the Rocket City Trash Pandas. The Trash Panda are in the Southern League. They play in Madison, Alabama. The team is an affiliate of the Los Angeles Angels. They play their home games at Toyota Field. It all stared on a run-of-the-mill October day in Alabama. Kids were playing, birds were chirping, everything was normal in the world… until it wasn’t. At a local waste dump lived a little bandit eyed rascal named Sprocket. He spent his mornings moving from trash can to trash can looking for that day’s “breakfast”. This particular morning was going just as he had planned when, CRASH! A pile of hazardous waste came raining down upon this tiny raccoon, but something was different. This tiny raccoon was no longer tiny. In a matter of seconds Sprocket had grown 5 feet in length and was walking on his two back feet. So how did Sprocket react to this rapid transformation!? He started dancing!!! Sprocket has already beco
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Montgomery Biscuits

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Photo Credit: Montgomery Biscuits  Big Mo is the mascot for the Montgomery Biscuits. The Biscuits are based in Montgomery, Alabama. The team is the affiliate of the Tampa Bay Rays. They are in the Southern League and play in Montgomery Riverwalk Stadium.  Big Mo lives in a bedroom in the clubhouse. He likes giving hi-5s (it's his most used emoji) and taking pictures with fans. If he wasn't a mascot he would be a professional eating contestant. Big Mo, a Biscuit loving beast, is entering his 16th season as mascot of the Montgomery Biscuits. He was born on May 23, 2003, being revealed to the public at Jubilee City Fest. Big Mo was created by Custom Characters, Inc., of Glendale, California.  Before Big Mo lost his weight, he weighed more than a few bakers dozen at one point.  During the 2017 offseason, thanks to the fine folks at Scale Back Alabama, Big Mo
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Spokane Indians

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Otto is the mascot for the Spokane Indians, They are in the Northwest League A Short Season affiliate of the Texas Rangers. They are located in Spokane Valley, a suburb of Spokane, Washington, in the Pacific Northwest. They play home game in Avista Stadium. OTTO The Mascot is the world’s first Spokanasaurus and has become one of the most famous mascot in the world. Since joining the Indians in 1993. OTTO’s favorite activities include the chicken dance, watching Jurassic Park, eating hot dogs, and of course, watching Indians baseball!.
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Lowell Spinners

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Canaligator, Alliegator, and Milliegator. Photo Credit: Boston Globe The Lowell Spinners are a Short Season based in Lowell, Mass.They are an affiliate of the Boston Red Sox. They play in Edward A. Lelacheur Park. Canaligator: Did you know the Lowell Spinners became proud parents of Canaligator on January 19, 1996? He was born in the Canals of Lowell, getting his name from the nearly six-miles of canals in Lowell. After just a few days in the canals, Canaligator crawled up the banks and over to LeLacheur Park where he has been ever since. During the off-season, Canaligator can be seen throughout the Merrimack Valley, frequently visiting schools, hospitals, day care centers and more. While his favorite past-time is baseball, Canaligator has never met a camera he didn't want to smile for or a child he didn't want to hug or high-five!. Here are his statistics: Height: 6'4", Weight 313 pounds Bats: Poorly, Throws: Even worse Allie-GATOR: Hearing of the fr
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State College Spikes

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Photo Credit: State College Spikes Ike the Spike is the mascot for the State College Spikes based in State College, Pennsylvania. They play in the New York–Penn League and are an affiliate of the St. Louis Cardinals. They play at Medlar Field, Lubrano Park. Ike has been the ambassador for the Spikes all over Central PA since he first repelled down the backstop and greeted players and coaches from the State College Little League on May 6, 2006. With many deer friends across the region, Ike is a busy individual the whole year visiting school programs, charity functions, birthday parties and more events where people like to have fun! Most of all, Ike looks forward to seeing all of his buddies at the ballpark for State College Spikes home games! Ike loves to dance and make people laugh for a few bucks, so if you see him, say hello – only opposing New York-Penn League teams need to “Fear the Deer” as far as Ike is concerned! Standing 6 feet, 2 inches (or so), and weighing it at a buck f
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Bradenton Marauders

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Photo Credit: Marty Morrow Marty the Marauder is the mascot for The Bradenton Marauders based in Bradenton, Florida. They play in the Florida State League. The Marauders are affiliate of the Pittsburgh Pirates. Their home games are played at LECOM Park, which also serves as the Pirates’ spring training facility. Marauder was born on April 23, 1978. His mother and father were famous Marauders, and Marty was born into the trade. At age 14, Marty became a deckhand aboard “The Filthy Squid,” a famous Marauder ship known for looting and treasure seeking. For 18 years Marty served on the ship. He was happiest when he was joking around with shipmates, playing practical jokes, and basically having fun. No matter how hard he tried, Marty was not a big f
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Syracuse Mets

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Photo Credit: Rick Nelson  Scooch is the mascot for the The Syracuse Mets, a member of the International League. They are an affiliate of the New York Mets. They are located in Syracuse, New York and play their home games at NBT Bank Stadium that opened in 1997 and has a seating capacity of 11,071.  Scooch has entertained baseball fans in Syracuse for over 25 years and is a favorite among fans young and old. In addition to performing at every Mets home game, Scooch also makes appearances at area schools, hospitals, libraries, parks and many other community events! Every year Scooch visits schools across New York to spread messages to young kids about anti-bullying, something Scooch is very passionate about. Scooch’s favorite day is Sunday because all the kids get to r
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Florida Fire Frogs

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Striker is the Florida Fire Frogs mascot. The Frogs are a member of the Florida State League in Kissimmee, Florida, part of the Greater Orlando metropolitan area. Founded in 2017, the team is an affiliate of the Atlanta Braves. They play their home games at Osceola County Stadium. Striker the Fire Frog has served as the mascot for the Florida Fire Frog, an affiliate of the Atlanta Braves located in Central Florida, since 2017. He has been known for his crazy antics around Osceola County Stadium. “Central Florida's favorite amphibian” was originally found by the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission at Lake Tohopekaliga. He was then introduced at the team’s inaugural game after his name was voted for in an online contest. Striker does his best to spread his zany antics throughout Florida
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Nashville Sounds

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Photo Credit: Alex Wassel Booster is the mascot for The Nashville Sounds, a member of the Pacific Coast League. They are an affiliate of the Texas Rangers and are located in Nashville, Tennessee. The Sounds are named for the city's association with the music industry. They play in First Tennessee Park. Booster the Rooster, known as the “King of the HOT Chickens” is a free-range chicken and it shows as he is constantly found wondering around the stadium during the Nashville Sounds baseball games. Next to baseball, having fun with the fans is one of Booster’s biggest enjoyments. Booster is usually up to some sort of shenanigans while making his rounds. In fact, keep a close on ey
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Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

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Photo Credit: Todd Hiller Champ is the mascot of The Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders are based in Moosic, Pennsylvania, in the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre area. The team plays in Northern Division of the International League and is the affiliate of the New York Yankees. They play in PNC Field, a 10,000 baseball stadium. "I'm CHAMP, the Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders' Mascot. I joined the team on July 6th, 2007 and the Yankees and have started every home game since. From that point, I've been the hardest working RailRider in the farm system." "I continuously work to make it to the big club, and I wear #13 now in honor of our inaugural season as the RailRiders in 2013. I always get beat on the dance floor by umpires and am always completely defeated in tug of war, but I manage to continue to practice my skills." "I'm the most accurate T-Shirt Launcher in the country, and I stick to the motto of, "Practice Makes Perfect." I will be a
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Rancho Cucamonga

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Photo Credit: Chloe Melanson Tremor is the mascot for the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes who play in the California League. They are an affiliate of the Los Angeles Dodgers. They began play in 1993 when the San Bernardino Spirit relocated to Rancho Cucamonga, California, 42 miles from Los Angeles. The Quakes play their home games at LoanMart Field and have won three league titles in their first 26 years in the California League. Tremor is the mascot of the Rancho Cucamonga Quakes and the number one mascot prospect in minor league baseball. Drafted by the Quakes with the first overall pick in the 1993 amateur draft, Tremor continues to hold the record for dance-off victories without a loss. He enjoys spending summer nights at LoanMart Field where he typically dances the night
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Amarillo Sod Poodles

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Photo Credit: John Moore RUCKUS is the mascot for the Amarillo Sod Poodles, nicknamed the Soddies. They are a member of the Texas League based in Amarillo, Texas. They are the Double-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres. Their home games are played at Hodgetown in downtown Amarillo. RUCKUS the Sod Poodle, the official team mascot of the Amarillo Sod Poodles, is excited to make HODGETOWN in downtown Amarillo his new home and have fun with the biggest and best coterie of fans in baseball. RUCKUS is tough and a bit mischievous but loves kids and likes to have lots of fun! RUCKUS traveled far across the Texas high plains to join the Sod Poodles organization for their inaugural 2019 season. On game days, RUCKUS can be seen burrowing through HODGETOWN signing autographs or taking pictures with guests. When he is not entertaining the masses at HODGETOWN, he can be seen all around Amarillo and the Panhandle making appearances at schools, charitable and corporate functions, and many other ev
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Visalia Rawhide

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Tipper T. Bull is the “Mascot Extraordinaire” of the Visalia Rawhide. The Visalia Rawhide are located in Visalia, California and are the High-A Affiliate of the Arizona Diamondbacks. The Rawhide were 2019 California League Champions, their first League Championship since 1978. Professional Baseball has been played at Recreation Park, now known as Rawhide Ballpark, since 1946. Tipper resides in the Big Red Barn at Rawhide Ballpark and in the heart of Tulare County (the #1 Dairy Capitol of the World). Since 2009, Tipper has been the friendly face of the Rawhide and proves that "Happy Cows" (or bulls, in his case) do come from California after all! Tipper loves to give high-hooves & hugs to all and is loved by fans of all ages! Fun Facts: Tipper was born in Tulare County, the #1 Dairy Capital of the World If Tipper was not a Mascot, he would want to be a Baseball Player. Tipper's Favorite Activity t
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St. New Orleans Baby Cakes

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Photo Credit: New Orleans Staff Photographer Boudreaux is the mascot for The New Orleans Baby Cakes. They are in the Pacific Coast League. The Baby Cakes are an affiliate of the Miami Marlins. They are located in Metairie, Louisiana, a suburb of New Orleans, and play their home games at the Shrine on Airline. This lovable, fuzzy husband-and-wife tandem has become the most popular nutria (1) in Jefferson Parish, an area that has often greeted nutria with open fire instead of open arms. Boudreaux has made the "Shrine on Airline" his home since 1997 when he was found lost in the swamp exhibit at the Audubon Zoo. The team adopted Boo and put him to work as the official mascot. He has charmed and entertained hundreds of thousands of fans throughout the region and was the New Orleans' most celebrated bachelor...until 1998. That's when he met the former Clotile Picou when she answered a Gambit Weekly personal ad the team placed for Boudreaux. It was love at first bite
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Southern Illinois Miners

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Photo Credit: Southern Illinois Miners Staff Lucky the Canary is the mascot for the Southern Illinois Miners based in Marion, Illinois. The Miners are a member of the West Division of the independent Frontier League. Since 2007, the Miners have played their home games at Rent One Park. Since joining the team in 2007 as the official mascot of the Southern Illinois Miners, Lucky has become one of the most well-known birds in the Midwest! During pregame warmups, you’re likely to find Lucky giving the other team a fun Southern Illinois greeting with his shenanigans. Often times you’ll see Lucky challenging opposing players to a “friendly” game of twister or offering yoga classes to them because who likes just regular stretching? Boring! During the game itself, be on the lookout at all times! Lucky has been known to roam the stands with silly string and other silly props that could make things get messy fast. The stands aren’t the only place you can find Lucky d
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Reading Fightin Phils

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Photo Credit: Reading Fightin Phils Staff Photographer The Reading Fightin Phils have five mascots led by Screwball, the leading mascot of the Fightin Phils. They also perform pregame concerts at FirstEnergy Stadium. The Fighten Phils are based in Reading, Pennsylvania, playing in the Eastern Division of the Eastern League. They are an affiliate of the Philadelphia Philies. The team plays their home games at FirstEnergy Stadium Although we are not showing photos of all five, we will write about them all. Screwball Arriving in Baseballtown from the planet Llabesab, Screwball is the captain of the world-famous Fightin Phils Mascot Band. He always lays down the perfect beat on his drums, and can often be spotted around the region as he visits dozens of schools, libraries, little leagues, and other community events throughout the year. Change-Up the Turtle The senior member of the band, and always the co
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New Britain Bees

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Photo Credit - New Britain Bees Staff Sting is the mascot for the New Britain Bees based in New Britain, Connecticut. They are a member of the Atlantic League which is not affiliated with Major League Baseball. Beginning in the 2016 season, the Bees have played their home games at New Britain Stadium. Sting was born in New Britain, CT in 2016. He is about 6 feet tall and weighs 50 Jars of Honey. Sting can be found at New Britain Bees games throwing out t-shirts and giving out hugs to fans. When there's no games at New Britain Stadium, Sting is known for playing pranks on the Bees office staff. When he's not at the stadium, you can find him helping out around the community. Sting's many community appearances led his team to be selected for the Outstanding Club Community Service Award, given out by the Atlantic League. Some of Sting's recent appearances include the CT Walk for Haiti, the Arthritis Walk, and the Military & First Responder Appreciation at
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Las Vegas Aviators

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Photos Credit: Steve Spatafore Aviator and Spruce are the mascots for the Las Vegas Aviators, formerly known as the Las Vegas 51s and Las Vegas Stars. They play in the Pacific Coast League. They are an affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. They are located in Summerlin, Nevada, a community in Las Vegas Aviator is a bit of mystery…no one knows exactly where he came from or how he ended up at Las Vegas Ballpark but his flight suit and gear are really out of this world!...Aviator is an ex-pilot once stationed at Nellis Air Force Base where he was testing the top secret "Intergalactic Jet Propulsion System" that appears on his flight suit today!...still engaged in classified missions and, for this reason, he can never reveal his true identity…Aviator loves helping young flyers get off the ground and achieve the impossible…loves The Hercules hotdog, part of the specialty FlyDog collection served at Las Vegas Ballpark…favorite movie is "The Aviator.” He resides at the L
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Stockton Ports

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Photo credit: Meghan Camino The Stockton Ports are a team in the California League. They are an affiliate of the Oakland Athletics. They are located in Stockton, California, and play their home games at Banner Island Ballpark, built in 2005. Splash, the Ports’ mascot, is a tall, red, furry delta creature with blue spaghetti-like hair who lives at the ballpark and came from the delta that runs behind the outfield of Banner Island Ballpark. When he’s not cheering on the Ports atop the dugout, he can be found throwing t-shirts to fans, practicing his favorite dance moves, and reading his favorite books. Ever since Splash was a young fur ball, this big-boned, big-bellied, bundle of fun has enjoyed being the center of attention. The Ports can't find a scale to weigh Splash, nor do we know when Splash was born. But we do know that Splash is full of fun, mayhem and has a pure love for taunting the visiting team. Splash's electric red fur will surely stick out in crowds and Splash
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