Hank the Brewers Mascot Dog's Time as a Milwaukee Icon Comes to an End

Hank, the beloved Brewers mascot dog, has been a staple at Miller Park for over 20 years. He was introduced in 2000 as the team's new mascot, replacing the previous mascot, Bernie Brewer.

Hank quickly became a fan favorite, known for his energetic and entertaining performances at games. He was often seen dancing, playing pranks on players, and handing out foam fingers to fans.

Hank's popularity extended beyond the ballpark, with a significant social media following and numerous appearances in local media. He even had his own merchandise line, which was a hit among fans.

Despite his enduring popularity, Hank's time as a mascot has come to an end, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most beloved and iconic mascots in Major League Baseball.

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Hank the Brewers mascot dog was a stray dog who wandered onto the fields of the Milwaukee Brewers' spring training facility at Maryvale Baseball Park in Phoenix, Arizona.

He was first spotted by security guards on February 17, 2014, and was then taken inside the facility by Brewers coach Ed Sedar.

Hank weighed 11 pounds and had two chipped teeth, in addition to a laceration and other health issues.

The team attempted to find Hank's owner, but when none could be found, they decided to rescue him and give him a home.

Hank was taken to a veterinarian, where he received treatment for his injuries.

The team named Hank after the baseball legend Hank Aaron, a Milwaukee baseball icon.

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The Brewers received over 1,000 requests to adopt Hank, and fans met him at Miller Park in Milwaukee. They were thrilled to see him in action.

Hank's story went viral on social media, and news outlets covered it extensively. The team even donated 20% of the proceeds from Hank-themed merchandise sales to the Wisconsin Humane Society at the end of the 2014 MLB season.

Fans were able to buy official Hank-themed merchandise, including over a thousand shirts sold on the first day, with the name "Hank" and the number "K9".

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Hank's story went viral on social media, and was covered by many news outlets.

The Brewers received over 1,000 requests to adopt Hank, showing just how much fans were attached to him.

Fans met Hank at Miller Park in Milwaukee, where he was welcomed with open arms.

Over a thousand shirts, bearing the name "Hank" and the number "K9", were sold on the first day of Hank-themed merchandise.

The Brewers donated 20% of the proceeds to the Wisconsin Humane Society at the end of the 2014 MLB season.

Hank was adopted by Marti Wronski, who works as the team's vice president and general counsel, and her family.

Hank's weight had increased to 15 pounds (6.8 kg) by Opening Day.

Hank had a Bobblehead giveaway on September 13, 2014, and another one on May 10, 2015, in his honor.

Hank met baseball legend Hank Aaron on August 21, 2014, a moment that surely made his tail wag.

People love Hank so much that the Brewers have added a costume version of him, and they even gave away Hank-themed beach towels at a game in 2014.

The team's enthusiasm for Hank is evident in their merchandise, which includes a variety of Hank-themed items available in their team store.

Hank's popularity has also earned him a spot as Dog of the Year at the World Dog Awards last year.

The story of Hank has gone viral, with even The Washington Post weighing in on his fame.