Milwaukee Brewers Get Tortoise Mascot Named Bobby Jr. After Bobby Witt Jr.

Milwaukee Brewers manager Pat Murphy has a new pocket companion - a tortoise named Bobby Jr. after Kansas City Royals shortstop Bobby Witt Jr. The unusual mascot came about when Murphy was told he couldn't bring his famous pocket pancakes to TV interviews anymore.

"I didn't want to pull out pancakes so here we are," Murphy explained about the switch to the reptile. Reporter Sophia Whitaker posted the moment on social media, showing Murphy with what she thought was a pocket turtle.

Fans quickly corrected Whitaker on social media, informing her that the reptile was actually a tortoise, not a turtle. The correction didn't dampen enthusiasm for the team's new rally animal.

Murphy had previously gone viral for carrying pancakes in his pocket during interviews. When that tradition was banned, he found a creative replacement that has captured fans' attention. The tortoise represents the team's playful approach to the serious business of baseball.