Jack Torrance - contributing reporter
Fans are officially deciding on who has the best mascot in Cobbfather, but now it's time for our readers to decide.
First the American League.
- Philadelphia Harpers
- Melody Maroon is a lively and spirited character embodying the rich tradition of the team's maroon and gold colors. She wears a baseball jersey adorned with team's emblem in gold, complemented by maroon pants and golden sneakers. Melody carries a golden microphone, symbolizing the harmony and rhythm of the Harpers. With her cheerful personality and musical flair, Melody adds an extra note of excitement to every game.
- Dover Hazmats
- Rad Rick is a whimsical character embodying the unique theme of the team. Dressed in a hazmat suit presenting the team's colors, wearing a baseball cap with team's logo. His hazmat suit features playful details, such as baseball seems and team emblems. Rad Rick carries a baseball bat designed to look like a hazardous material container. With a mix of safety and sporty flair, Rad Rick brings a fun and entertaining element to the Dover games.
- Milwaukee Metronomes
- Tempo Terry is the rhythmic spirit of the team with a lively and dynamic presence. His baseball uniform features a vibrant combination of the team's colors with accents that mimic musical notes. Terry's baseball cap showcases the team's logo with a musical twist and he carries a light blue baseball bat that resembles a conductor's baton. With a perpetual sense of energy and rhythm, Tempo Terry adds a lively beat to the Milwaukee home games.
- Minnesota North Stars
- Orion Frost, the mascot for Milwaukee is a celestial character embodying the team's identity with a cosmic flair. His baseball uniform features a rich purple hue with a striking gold accents reminiscent of a starry night sky. Orion wears a purple baseball cap adorned with a golden North Stars logo, and his baseball bat is crafted to resemble a shining comet. He adds a touch of magic to home games, bringing fans into the cosmic realm of baseball excitement.
- Augusta Alcoholics
- Brewster Blue is a spirited character embodying the team's theme in a light-hearted and responsible manner. Dressed in a lively blue baseball uniform with crisp white accents, Brewster wears a baseball cap featuring a stylized beer mug. He carries a foam-topped baseball bat, adding a playful touch to the beer-theme ensemble. With a friendly and responsible demeanor, Brewster Blue enhances the fan experience in Augusta day games, promoting a positive and enjoyable atmosphere.
- Boston Baseball Team
- Bolt is a high-energy dynamic character representing the spirit of baseball in Boston. Dressed in a vibrant navy blue and red uniform, he wears a sleek baseball cap in the team colors. The mascot costume is designed with lightning bolt patterns symbolizing the energy and excitement of the game. With a cheerful demeanor and a lighting bolt-shaped baseball bat, he adds a jolt of enthusiasm to every home game.
- New York Empire
- Skyline Sammy is a charismatic and spirited character that embodies the grandeur of the New York City skyline. Dressed in a sleek and modern baseball uniform that matches the team's midnight navy blue and white colors. Sammy wears a cap featuring an iconic skyline emblem and is adorned with representations of famous New York landmarks. Sammy carries a baseball bat with a handle resembling the city's skyline silhouette.
- Atlanta Expos
- Chip Cannonball entertains the Atlanta crowd and is a baseball theme exoskeleton, combining the dynamic elements of a baseball with the futuristic accents. His vibrant metallic exterior reflects the team's spirit. With spring-loaded legs for high-energy antics, Chip is a charismatic presence at every game.
- Jacksonville Lizard Kings
- Gator Glide is a lively and reptilian character that embodies the spirit of the team's unique identity. Dressed in a darker green baseball uniform with a vibrant yellow access, Gater Glide wears a baseball cap feature the team's logo with a lizard twist. The mascot costume is adorned with scales and a tail, adding a playful touch to the reptilian theme. Carrying a baseball bat with a scaly grip, Gater Glid brings a sense of excitement and a touch of Florida flair to every Jacksonville game.
- Houston Space Cowboys
- Cosmo Wrangler is a space cowboy with a spacesuit adorned with cowboy boots, cowboy hat, and a bolo tie. His suit is decked out with intergalactic-themed details and he carries a baseball glove shaped like a rocket. Cosmo's friendly smile and cosmic cowboy charm make him a standout presence at all home games.
- Mexico City Staring Frogs
- Pepito Croakster is a lively and colorful character with vibrant green skin and large expressive eyes. He sports a baseball jersey with the team's logo and his webbed feet are equipped with miniature baseball cleats. Pepito's large, animated mouth is always ready to break into a wide grin, adding a touch of whimsy to the Staring Frog's games.
- Huntington Tropics
- Sunny Breeze is a vibrant and energetic character, reflecting the tropical and sunny spirit of the team. Dressed in a cheerful gold and black baseball uniform with the team's emblem prominently displayed, Sunny Breeze wears a stylish baseball cap in matching colors. The mascot costume features palm leaf patterns and a sun-shaped accessory, adding a touch of the tropics. With a sunny disposition and a baseball bat in hand, Sunny brings a breath of fresh air and warmth to every Tropics game.
- Anaheim Diablos
- Blaze Diablo is a fiery and spirited character that embodies the intensity of the team. Dressed in a bold red baseball uniform with crisp white accents and matching baseball cap. The mascot costume is designed with flame patterns, emphasizing the fiery theme. Blaze carries a three pronged baseball bat reminiscent of a devil's pitchfork with flame shaped engravings, adding an extra element of intensity to the Diablo's presence. Some of his features include expressive eyes that gleam with passion and a tail resembling a flickering flame.
- Colorado Springs From My Loins
- Rocky Prodigy is a playful and energetic character with a baseball-themed diaper, showcasing the team's unique and humorous identity. His onesie features the team logo and he sports a tiny baseball cap atop a head of plush curly hair. Rocky Prodigy embodies the youthful spirit of the team, bringing laughter and joy to fans in Colorado Springs.
- Helena Hot Dogs
- Frank Fenwick is a walking, talking hot dog with all the classic fixings. He sports a baseball jersey in alternating teal and orange striples and his bun is adorned with the Helena Hot Dogs logo in bold colors. Frank's eyes sparkle with enthusiasm and he carries a baseball glove in one had, ready to cheer on the team. His flavorful presence adds zest to all home games.
- Salt Lake City Punk!
- Sonic Shredder is a rebellious and energetic character that reflects the punk rock spirit of the team. Dressed in a vibrant light blue and darker blue baseball uniform with edgy accents. Sonic wears a baseball cap featuring the team's rebellious logo. The mascot costume includes punk-inspired accessories like spiked wristbands, ripped jeans, and a studded belt. Some features include a wild, styled mohawk with colorful spikes. His eyes adorned with rocker-style sunglasses and carries a baseball bat with a graffiti-style design.
Up next is the National League
- Tacoma Aroma
- Evergreen Eddie is a nature-inspired character embodying the team's connection to the scenic beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Dressed in a vibrant red and forest green baseball uniform and baseball cap adorned with leaves and pinecones. The mascot costume features tree-inspired patterns and natural textures, adding an earthy touch. He features a crown of leaves atop his head, symbolizing the lush evergreen forests and carries a baseball bat carved to resemble a tree branch.
- Montreal Fighting Poutine Plates
- Spud Slurve is a lively character with a potato-shaped body adorned in a baseball uniform featuring cheese curd accents. Its gravy-colored fur adds a touch of whimsy and oversized french fries serve as comical limbs. Has an ability to turn any moment into a spud-tacular celebration.
- Chicago Gungslingers
- Blaze Sharpshooter is the mascot for the Chicago Gunslingers. Blaze is a modern day gunslinger reflecting the dynamic and competitive nature of the team. Dressed in a sleek and stylish blue, red, and white baseball uniform featuring the team's emblem. Blaze wears a baseball cap with a sharp, forwarding facing brim. His features include high-tech sunglasses, a headset for communication, and a utility belt with baseball themed gadgets. They carry a futuristic baseball bat with a sleek design, giving a nod to the team's modern identity.
- Hartford Rising Stars
- Nova Nebula is the Hartford mascot. Nova is a celestial and futuristic character, embodying the identity as rising stars in the baseball world. Dressed in a sleak blue, green, and gray baseball uniform and cap with a starry pattern. Nova's features include a luminescent elements on their costume, symbolizing the brilliance of a rising star. They carry a baseball bat with cosmic patterns, resembling a celestial staff. Cheers on the team with an out of this world persona.
- Buffalo Bisons
- Rocky Bison is a robust and cheerful character who embodies the strength and vitality of the team. Dressed in a dynamic light and dark blue baseball uniform with bold red and white accents. Features include a pair o prominent bison horns, and carries a bat with a bison-shaped knob, adding a playful touch to their appearance.
- Columbus Corgis
- Rally Rascal is an adorable and spirited character that embodies the playful nature of the team. Dressed in a lively red and silver baseball uniform. Wears a baseball cap set atop a pair of perky corgi ears that stand out from beneath the cap. Carries a baseball bat with a paw shaped grip.
- Washington D.C. Nationals
- Patriot Pete is the mascot for the nation's capital. He is patriotic and represents the nation's rich history. Dressed in a vibrant red and blue baseball uniform adorned with stars and stripes. Pete's features include a tricorn hat and a colonial-style jacket paying homage to the nation's founding era. Carries a baseball bat with a handle resembling a flagpole. Has never missed a God Bless America.
- Pittsburgh Yinzers
- Steelie is a robust and energetic character that reflects the city's industrial heritage. Dressed in a dynamic yellow and black baseball uniform adorned with the team's emblem. Steelie's features include a hardhat and a tool belt, symbolizing the city's blue-collar spirit. He carries a baseball bat that resembles a wrench, adding an industrial touch to his appearance.
- New Orleans Hurricane Dodgers
- Gumbo Gale's the lively and spirited mascot, dressed in a colorful purple, green, and gold baseball uniform adorned with mardi gras-theme decorations. His features include a playful hurricane swirl as part of their costume, and carries a baseball bat with a handle shaped like a fleur-de-lis.
- Charleston Offspring
- Sunny Sprout represents the growth and vitality of the team. Dressed in a lively red and gold baseball uniform adorned with the team's emblem. Sunny often wears a sunflower inspired baseball cap. Her features include a head shaped like a blossoming sunflower and carries a baseball bat with a handle resembling the stem of a flower, adding a botanical touch to her appearance.
- Austin Son's of Odin
- Thorin Thunderstrike embodies the Norse-inspired identity with a powerful and imposing presence. Clad in a baseball jersey adorned with the dark blue and red team colors, he carries a mighty baseball bat that resembles the legendary hammer, Mjolnir. Thorin's flowing cape adds a touch of drama and his helmet features the team's emblem prominently. With a charismatic and strong demeanor, he rallies the fans and brings an electrifying energy to Austin's home games.
- Santa Fe Surf Riders VIII
- Ember Glide embodies the team's fiery energy and connection to the art of flame surfing. Dressed in a striking red and yellow baseball uniform and cap. The costume mimics the fluidity of a surfer riding waves of fire, symbolizing the intense and passionate spirit of the game. He carry a baseball bat with a flame-shaped grip, adding an element of excitement to his appearance.
- Oklahoma City Barons
- Crimson Blaze is a dynamic and fiery character, sporting the team's red color scheme in the sleek baseball uniform. Crimson Blaze exudes energy and enthusiasm! His baseball cap features the team's emblem and he carries a silver baseball bat. With a presence and a trail of excitement wherever he goes, Crimson Blaze is the heart and soul of the Barons.
- Salem Bourbon Makers
- Cooper Mash, is a charismatic and spirited character, embodying the essence of bourbon-making in Salem. Dressed in the dark blue baseball jersey with a crisp white accents reminiscent of bourbon labels, Cooper wears a barrel-shaped baseball cap proudly displaying the team's logo. His friendly face is adorned with a well-groomed mustache and he carries a miniature barrel bat. Cooper Mash brings a blend of tradition and fun to Salem home games, engaging fans with his spirited enthusiasm for both baseball and bourbon.
- Vancouver Canucks
- Scarlet Maple features include a friendly Canadian spirit, and is dressed in a dynamic red baseball uniform and cap featuring a maple leaf design. Carries around a baseball bat that doubles as a hockey stick that's often seen dripping in maple syrup.
- Tokyo Nomo
- Sora Senshu is the Nomo's mascot and she's presents the vibrant energy of Tokyo. Uniform is inspired by the Japanese flag and the rising sun, vibrant red with white streaks. Often seen holding a Japanese folding fan that doubles as a baseball bat, blending the traditional elements with the sport.
