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Which MLB Mascot Is the Hottest?
Just in time for the 2025 MLB season, the sports betting site BetUS decided to stir up a spicy conversation that no one saw coming: Which Major League Baseball mascot is the hottest?
Yes, you read that right. Using a mix of metrics—including personality, Google search interest, social media following, and even the so-called “golden ratio” for physical proportions—BetUS compiled a ranking of the 15 “hottest” mascots in Major League Baseball. The results? Equal parts hilarious and unsettling.
Topping the list is D. Baxter the Bobcat, the Arizona Diamondbacks’ desert-dwelling mascot.
He evidently has the right combination of charisma and cartoon symmetry to claim the crown.
Coming in second is the legendary Phillie Phanatic.
His chaotic energy and fuzzy green physique have made him a fan favorite—and now, apparently, a sex symbol?
The top five round out with Clark the Cub from Chicago, Rosie Red of the Cincinnati Reds, and Mrs. Met, who out-ranked her better-known baseball-headed husband, Mr. Met. (He still made the list at #7.)
Here’s the Top 15:
- D. Baxter (Arizona Diamondbacks). It’s true, look at him- He’s jacked.
- Phillie Phanatic (Philadelphia Phillies)
- Clark the Cub (Chicago Cubs)
- Rosie Red (Cincinnati Reds)
- Mrs. Met (New York Mets)
- Billy the Marlin (Miami Marlins)
- Mr. Met (New York Mets)
- Raymond (Tampa Bay Rays)
- Orbit (Houston Astros)
- Oriole Bird (Baltimore Orioles)
- Blooper (Atlanta Braves)
- Fredbird (St. Louis Cardinals)
- PAWS (Detroit Tigers)
- Slider (Cleveland Guardians)
- Rangers Captain (Texas Rangers)
If you’re wondering why you don’t see the Los Angeles Dodgers, the Los Angeles Angels, or the New York Yankees on here, it’s because those teams don’t have official mascots. In retrospect, maybe they just didn’t want to be objectified???
Sorry, Pirate Parrot. You’ll get ’em next time. (Look at that face. What’s not to love?)
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The Best (and Worst) Ways to Cook Bacon
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Bacon lovers, prepare for a sizzling debate. Whether you prefer it crispy, chewy, smoky, or somewhere in between, how you cook your bacon might be just as important as the kind you buy — and according to the food experts at TheKitchn.com, some of us have been doing it all wrong.
Let’s be honest: it’s hard to make bacon bad. But when it comes to getting that perfect balance of crisp, flavor, and (let’s not forget) easy cleanup, some methods clearly outshine the rest.
🔥 The Top Two Bacon Cooking Methods
Oven-Baked Bacon (The Clear Winner)
Hands down, the best way to cook bacon is in the oven. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, lay your strips out flat, and bake at 400°F. Go for 18 minutes with regular-cut or up to 24 minutes for thick-cut slices. The result? Evenly cooked, crispy bacon without the splatter — and bonus: parchment paper makes cleanup a breeze.
Cast Iron Skillet (For Purists)
Want that traditional sizzle? A cast iron skillet still holds up. Start with a cold pan, place the bacon in, then heat to medium. Flip occasionally and cook for 8–11 minutes, depending on thickness and how crispy you like it. It takes a bit more attention, but it delivers that classic, smoky flavor and gorgeous caramelization.
🙅♂️ The Two Worst Ways to Cook Bacon
The Water Method
Yes, it’s a real thing. This technique involves covering the bacon in water, boiling it, and gradually lowering the heat until the water evaporates. Supposedly, it helps render the fat and reduce splatter — but according to testers, it’s messy, inconsistent, and not worth the effort. Stick with dry heat.
The Microwave
You probably already know this one’s not ideal. While it can work in a pinch, microwaved bacon tends to come out hot, rubbery, and unevenly cooked. Even with paper towels to soak up grease, you’ll rarely get that satisfying crisp — just a lot of limp disappointment.
So, What’s Your Go-To?
Everyone has a bacon method they swear by. But if you haven’t tried oven-baking with parchment paper, this might be your sign. It’s cleaner, easier, and arguably more delicious.
After all, life’s too short for bad bacon.