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humor The Onion 2026-04-30

Philly Mascot Seen Devouring Live Bird During Game Intermission.

Apparently, the beloved Gritty mascot went from a graceful hula to a feathery gut-check, leaving fans questioning if this was performance art or just mascot insanity.


<p>PHILADELPHIA—Expressing confusion over whether they were witnessing a sanctioned in-game antic or the feral behavior of a mascot gone rogue, Philadelphia Flyers fans reported Tuesday that they weren’t sure if Gritty was actually supposed to be eating a live bird. “He went straight from a silly hula dance to this—is it part of the bit or [&#8230;]</p> <p>The post <a href="https://theonion.com/flyers-fans-not-sure-whether-gritty-supposed-to-be-eating-live-bird/">Flyers Fans Not Sure  Whether Gr...

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