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The Youppi! story — from Muppet DNA to a hold on Montreal’s heart

Youppi, the mascot of the Montreal Candiens, in both a Canadiens and Montreal Expos uniforms

He’s a Mascot Hall of Famer with a career that spans six decades and two pro sports leagues in Montreal. But who is Youppi! really, and how did he become synonymous with sports in the city?

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