> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # Tuesday’s FTB: GRITTY IS HERE - URL: https://www.pensionplanpuppets.com/toronto-maple-leafs-news-gritty-philadelphia-flyers-mascot-nhl-mascots-nhl-news-carlton-the-bear/ - Published: 2018-09-25T09:44:00.000Z - Updated: 2018-09-25T09:44:00.000Z - Description: GRITTY! - Author: Adam Selvig - Tags: From The Branches, #chorus, #Import 2023-04-05 11:27 GRITTY IS HERE! > free the real [pic.twitter.com/fsApGWbyjR](https://t.co/fsApGWbyjR?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — manny (@manny\_hockey) [September 25, 2018](https://twitter.com/manny%5Fhockey/status/1044396074360803328?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) We didn’t know we needed him, but now we just can’t live without him. > I'm in love with Gritty [pic.twitter.com/nnVld4tFeO](https://t.co/nnVld4tFeO?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Quigs (@BigSeanQ) [September 24, 2018](https://twitter.com/BigSeanQ/status/1044295989820092419?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) The Philadelphia Flyers introduced a new mascot yesterday and it’s everything in my life right now (sorry kids). > LMFAO This can be used in so many places [#Flyers](https://twitter.com/hashtag/Flyers?src=hash&ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [pic.twitter.com/EcOAgaDpHd](https://t.co/EcOAgaDpHd?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Omar (@OLW93) [September 25, 2018](https://twitter.com/OLW93/status/1044383733527195648?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) It’s a big orange....thing. And it’s the new hotness in Philly mascots. > mood. [@gritty](https://twitter.com/Gritty?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [pic.twitter.com/uEuQ79nPXt](https://t.co/uEuQ79nPXt?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — r e e dS t r e e t s (@djREEDSTREETS) [September 24, 2018](https://twitter.com/djREEDSTREETS/status/1044288966755848192?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Now, Gritty is no Calrton the Bear, let’s make this clear. In the mascot hierarchy Calrton is on top because he is both lovable: > Mission accomplished! [pic.twitter.com/P9pvuyhGfS](https://t.co/P9pvuyhGfS?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Adam (@ElSeldo) [September 14, 2018](https://twitter.com/ElSeldo/status/1040707566135726081?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) And a tough no-nonsense bad influence: > OK... two. [pic.twitter.com/j2dLMWSFGy](https://t.co/j2dLMWSFGy?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Evil Carlton Bear (@EvilCarltonB) [April 20, 2018](https://twitter.com/EvilCarltonB/status/987149648006496256?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Gritty falls into the ‘creature’ category which is entertaining for adults to laugh at but terrifying to children. It’s a step above Edmonton Oilers mascot Hunter, which is terrifying to all. > This mascot talk reminds me of one important question: > WHY DID THEY GIVE HUNTER ABS? [pic.twitter.com/6fc93et5ut](https://t.co/6fc93et5ut?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — Adam (@ElSeldo) [September 24, 2018](https://twitter.com/ElSeldo/status/1044246577311870977?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) So thank you Flyers, for giving us the joy we’ve found in Gritty. > I'm going directly to hell and honestly I can't wait [pic.twitter.com/lN1hZjAtAV](https://t.co/lN1hZjAtAV?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) > > — zetterberg sad feelings haver (@helmerroids) [September 25, 2018](https://twitter.com/helmerroids/status/1044394415299723264?ref%5Fsrc=twsrc%5Etfw&ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Here’s your (non-gritty) news: --- #### Related [The Flyers are getting Gritty](https://www.broadstreethockey.com/2018/9/24/17896306/the-flyers-are-getting-gritty-mascot-philadelphia?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) --- Okay, seriously here’s the news: [Erik Karlsson was never going to be a Maple Leaf - Centre of Leafs Nation](https://centreofleafsnation.com/2018/09/20/erik-karlsson-was-never-going-to-be-a-maple-leaf/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Calgary Flames, San Jose Sharks and Washington Capitals All Release A Third Jersey - LWOS](https://lastwordonhockey.com/2018/09/24/calgary-flames-san-jose-sharks-and-washington-capitals-all-release-a-third-jersey/?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) [Ron Hextall has really complicated the Philadelphia Flyers goalie situation - Broad Street Hockey](https://www.broadstreethockey.com/2018/9/24/17893864/ron-hextall-has-really-complicated-the-goalie-situation-philadelphia-flyers?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) The Flyers have themselves a goalie problem, and it’s their own fault. [Erik Karlsson Trade Reveals Much About Dallas Playoff Aspirations - Defending Big D](https://www.defendingbigd.com/2018/9/24/17891936/dallas-stars-erik-karlsson-roope-hintz-miro-heiskanen-jason-spezza-val-nichushkin-jamie-benn-seguin?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) The Dallas Stars did not get their man. Instead, Erik Karlsson is San Jose bound. Despite the obvious disappointment of losing out on a marquee player, the failure of a Dallas-Ottawa deal to come together is a valuable learning opportunity. Who the Stars were and were not willing to include tells us a great deal about the roster, and how the 2018-2019 season might go. [Brian Gionta retires after 16 seasons in the NHL - Die By The Blade](https://www.diebytheblade.com/2018/9/24/17895488/brian-gionta-announces-his-retirement-and-joins-buffalo-sabres-front-office?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Former Sabres captain Brian Gionta announced his retirement today and will take a small role in the organization [Golden Knights sign Shea Theodore to 7-year deal - Knights On Ice](https://www.knightsonice.com/2018/9/25/17899792/golden-knights-sign-shea-theodore-seven-year-deal?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) The wait is over, as Vegas gets its young defenseman locked up before the regular season. [Luca Sbisa Gets Contract from Islanders - Lighthouse Hockey](https://www.lighthousehockey.com/2018/9/24/17898040/islanders-sign-luca-sbisa-defenseman?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Again, according to script [This is a huge year for Jake Guentzel - PensBurgh](https://www.pensburgh.com/2018/9/24/17895658/this-is-a-huge-year-for-jake-guentzel?ref=pensionplanpuppets.com) Guentzel’s third NHL season has major implications. Enjoy your day!