Sharks mascot leaves young fan frightened during a game appearance
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 4, 2026, 1:08 AM
Last updated Oct 4, 2026
At a recent San Jose Sharks game, mascot Sharkie surprised a young fan, causing her to run away in fear. The incident occurred as the girl attempted to hug Sharkie, who pretended to eat her. A video of the event has gone viral, accumulating significant views online. Despite the incident, the little girl later posed for a family picture with Sharkie, overcoming her fright. The Sharks had a strong season opener, defeating the Florida Panthers 4-3, and will face the Los Angeles Kings next.
- •Sharkie surprised a young fan, causing her to run away in fear.
- •The incident was captured in a viral video.
- •The Sharks won their season opener against the Florida Panthers 4-3.
- •Next up, the Sharks will play the Los Angeles Kings.
- 1:08 AMYahoo Sports — San Jose Sharks mascot gives young fan a terrifying surprise
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