The Kansas City Royals adopted an unusual mascot last week, which they credit for helping them win five of six games.
The mascot was a praying mantis. Crediting it for the team’s winning streak, the insect was nicknamed, “Rally Mantis.”
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Alas, Rally Mantis is no more. According to The Kansas City Star, the mantis died Friday night.
Royals pitcher Danny Duffy created a wacky tribute video as the team mourns the loss of their lucky bug.