It was one year ago that the Flyers introduced Gritty to fans and the world.
Flyers debut new mascot, Gritty
Yes, September 24, 2018. Just one year ago.
Gritty has declared his birthday "National Gritty Day" and expects gifts.
He posted a list of items to Twitter that he already has just to be helpful.
He then made his way through the streets of Philadelphia to greet all his fans.
Gritty made quite a memorable debut during his first game when he slipped while on the ice.
Gritty makes his on-ice debut
But he has been winning fans over ever since.
Including one of his first tweets to the Pittsburgh Penguins
Or when he came in like a wrecking ball
Or played in his first snowfall
Video shows Gritty enjoying his first snowfall
Or every time he takes on young kids on the ice
Gritty gets scrappy with young player
Or when he met mini-Gritty
Little Gritty meets big Gritty in adorable video
And how can we forget when he surprised a young fan with a Gritty-themed prosthetic leg.
Boy gets custom Gritty prosthetic leg, surprise visit from mascot
Gritty was a big part of last year's 6abc/Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Gritty's very first Thanksgiving parade!
Gritty has even won multiple awards:
A Webby
Gritty wins Webby Award
Sports Business Awards' Best in Sports Social Media
Gritty wins award for best in sports social media
And Best Philadelphian by Philadelphia Magazine.
Gritty pays tribute to Philly icons
Who knows what this next year will have in store for Gritty and his fans!
Happy birthday, Gritty!