Why Jerry the Dinosaur is hot new UCLA baseball superstition: ‘He just keeps me calm’
Jerry the Dinosaur has become a beloved superstition for UCLA pitcher Angel Cervantes. The toy Triceratops helps Cervantes stay calm during games, contributing to his recent success on the mound. As UCLA prepares for the NCAA Tournament, Jerry is expected to be a major attraction for fans.
- ▪Jerry the Dinosaur is a toy Triceratops that pitcher Angel Cervantes carries during games.
- ▪Cervantes credits Jerry with helping him pitch five shutout innings in the Big Ten Tournament championship game.
- ▪The MLB and ESPN have mentioned Jerry on social media, highlighting the growing popularity of the toy.
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Sports Why Jerry the Dinosaur is hot new UCLA baseball superstition: ‘He just keeps me calm’ By Ben Bolch Published May 29, 2026, 7:30 a.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google The new star of the UCLA baseball team can’t hit a lick. Doesn’t know how to pitch. Wouldn’t budge if a line drive came his way. His claim to fame is being inseparable from pitcher Angel Cervantes. 3 UCLA coach John Savage (left) and pitcher Angel Cervantes are scheduled to open NCAA Tournament play on Friday. NurPhoto via Getty Images Emerging from Cervantes’ back pocket every time the freshman pitches, Jerry the Dinosaur takes up residence near the back of the mound.
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