You could say the Giant's mascot went through a major glow up, otherwise known as a positive personal transformation.. 

Back in 1997, Lou Seal made his debut at Candlestick Park, but many people criticized the mascot, and compared him to a rat.

Fast forward to today, fans adore Lou Seal and he's described as the ideal ambassador for the Giants.

To hear the evolution of Lou Seal, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle Culture Critic. He wrote an incredible piece about how Lou Seal went from disaster to beloved mascot in today's paper. 

Ezra Shaw / Staff / Getty Images

You could say the Giant's mascot went through a major glow up, otherwise known as a positive personal transformation.. 
Back in 1997, Lou Seal made his debut at Candlestick Park, but many people criticized the mascot, and compared him to a rat.
Fast forward to today, fans adore Lou Seal and he's described as the ideal ambassador for the Giants.
To hear the evolution of Lou Seal, KCBS Radio's Bret Burkhart and Patti Reising were joined by Peter Hartlaub, San Francisco Chronicle Culture Critic. He wrote an incredible piece about how Lou Seal went from disaster to beloved mascot in today's paper. 
Ezra Shaw / Staff / Getty Images

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