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Atlanta Braves reveal new mascot

Photos: Braves’ new mascot, Chop Fest
Photos: Braves’ new mascot, Chop Fest
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January 27, 2018 - Atlanta, Ga: Atlanta Braves mascot Blooper takes photographs with fans during the Atlanta Braves Chop Fest at the Plaza at SunTrust Park Saturday, January 27, 2018, in Atlanta. 2018 Chop Fest is a fan interactive event allowing fans to interact with players, coaches, and participate in baseball clinics. PHOTO / JASON GETZ
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Jan 27, 2018

The Braves unveiled Blooper, their new mascot, to fans during 2018 Chop Fest on Saturday at SunTrust Park.

The Braves made a presentation out of it for the kids in the front row. Blooper come out of the “Character Builder 3000” machine after a scientist created it with the help of two young guests from the crowd.

Blooper has some semblance to the Phillie Phanatic, one of the most recognizable mascots in sports. Though he's lacking the bells and whistles.

Braves center fielder Ender Inciarte got to “start” the machine to bring Blooper to life. Fans were able to meet and interact with current and former Braves players throughout the day, as well as Blooper after the presentation.

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