The Hartford Yard Goats (Double-A, Eastern League) introduced their two new mascots – Chompers and Chew Chew – at an event Friday at Capital Preparatory Magnet School. Read more and watch video here. View ballpark construction photo here.
Chompers and Chew Chew, Hartford Yard Goats Facebook photo
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Children are instinctually afraid of mascots/characters with large teeth, McDonald’s learned:
http://www.ibtimes.com/new-mcdonalds-mascot-teeth-happy-creepy-terrifying-twitter-users-say-photos-1587166
Yes, there is a little creepiness to the Yard Goats’ mascots. It will be interesting to see how kids react. As an adult, I don’t mind, They are unique and sort of Far Side-ish. I am not sure what side I will finally come down on this.
Alan