TSN reported yesterday that the NHL's Montreal Canadiens have picked up Youppi, the former mascot for the departed Expos', as their new mascot. It must have been a hard year for him being out of work. Youppi was created by Muppet master Jim Henson and was once thrown out of a game in 1989 after then manager of the LA Dodgers Tommy Lasorda complained about him jumping up and down on the visitors dugout. BOOOO!
I had the privilege of seeing Youppi at his last game in Stade Olympique and wished him well at that time. He was a delightful addition to Expos' games and I hope Canadiens' fans will welcome him. Has anyone on the board ever met the person who plays Youppi? What a great job to run around like a kid and entertain people while watching a professional sporting event!
I had the privilege of seeing Youppi at his last game in Stade Olympique and wished him well at that time. He was a delightful addition to Expos' games and I hope Canadiens' fans will welcome him. Has anyone on the board ever met the person who plays Youppi? What a great job to run around like a kid and entertain people while watching a professional sporting event!
