HORRIFIC ACCIDENT SHOCKS BASEBALL COMMUNITY; FAMILY ASKS FOR PRAYERS
CHICAGO, IL—Cubs Nation and the entire baseball community were plunged into shock and sorrow tonight after news broke that Alex Collins, the beloved performer inside the Clark the Cub mascot costume, was tragically involved in a horrific accident following a night of energizing fans at Wrigley Field.
Collins, whose passion and high energy brought the friendly bear mascot to life since his debut, is an institution at Clark and Addison. His dedication to engaging with children and representing the wholesome spirit of the Chicago Cubs made him an iconic figure, whose absence will be deeply felt.
CURRENT STATUS: FIGHTING FOR LIFE
Details of the accident remain scarce as of the latest update, but sources close to the family and the Cubs organization have confirmed the severity of the incident. Collins was reportedly injured in a devastating traffic accident late last night.
Currently, Alex Collins is in critical condition and remains hospitalized.
The Chicago Cubs released a brief, heartfelt statement asking for privacy for Collins’ family and expressing the team’s profound sadness:
“Our hearts are broken for Alex and his loved ones. Alex is a true member of the Cubs family, bringing joy, laughter, and light to millions of fans every season. We ask Cubs Nation and the entire baseball community to hold Alex in your thoughts and prayers tonight.”
A WAVE OF SUPPORT
The tragedy has instantly sparked an overwhelming outpouring of support from fans, players, and rival mascots across Major League Baseball. The phrase #PrayForClark immediately trended on social media platforms, with fans sharing favorite memories of Collins’s iconic interactions and performances.
The final image of Collins that many fans now hold is of the mascot waving enthusiastically to the last stragglers leaving the Friendly Confines, a moment of pure dedication to the job he clearly loved. Now, the entire community waits, holding onto hope for the man who brought Clark the Cub to life.
