Ted Giannoulas
This celebrity goo was created by Scott Hardie.
publication date: Monday, October 17, 2016 (part of Fall 2016)
category: 
Sports
clue: The most influential bird in baseball approaches an uncertain retirement.
explanation: As of this goo's publication, Giannoulas had played the San Diego Chicken at sporting events (especially Padres games) for forty-two years, but was preparing to retire. His antics had inspired similar sports mascots across the country. more…
intended difficulty: hard
solved by: Russ Wilhelm, Steve West, Samir Mehta, LaVonne Lemler, Chris Lemler, Justin Woods, Joanna Woods, and Lori Lancaster
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