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The Omaha Lancers have a new fan representing the hockey team.”Blades” has retired as the team’s mascot. Joe Simoens has been the only man behind the chicken for 35 years.KETV Newswatch 7 caught up with “Blades’ before his final skate. Watch his final interview above.Since “Blades” retired, the Lancers debuted “Lance,” a knight in shining armor.”Blades” said even though he won’t be there, fans can still enjoy the game, support the team and the new mascot.
The Omaha Lancers have a new fan representing the hockey team.
“Blades” has retired as the team’s mascot. Joe Simoens has been the only man behind the chicken for 35 years.
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KETV Newswatch 7 caught up with “Blades’ before his final skate. Watch his final interview above.
Since “Blades” retired, the Lancers debuted “Lance,” a knight in shining armor.
“Blades” said even though he won’t be there, fans can still enjoy the game, support the team and the new mascot.



