# @nhl on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=43ZwPkM46bM
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/64335471-nhl-youtube
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/5ca4739d21.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-04-22T15:00:12.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** NHL (@NHL) — https://gondola.cc/NHL

## Caption

As the Philadelphia Flyers host the Pittsburgh Penguins in Game 3 of the First Round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs, we look back at the chaotic brilliance of Gritty.

From his unforgettable debut in 2018 to becoming a full-blown cultural phenomenon, Gritty has redefined what a mascot can be. Once met with skepticism — even a petition calling for his removal — he’s now one of the most recognizable figures in sports and beyond.

Set to classical music, this is Gritty as you’ve never seen him before…
Art — but make it Gritty.

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## Stats

- **Views:** 31,666
- **Likes:** 1,252
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- **Comments:** 85

## Tags

gritty, hockey, letsgoflyers, battleofpennsylvania, penguins, stanleycupplayoffs, nhl, mascot, flyers

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