History of Maggie the Monkey in Timeline
Maggie the Monkey, also known as Maggie the Macaque, is a crab-eating macaque from the Bowmanville Zoo. She gained notoriety as an animal oracle, used to predict the outcomes of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Her predictions, though not scientifically based, added a lighthearted and entertaining element to the sports world.
1991: Maggie the Monkey's Birth
In 1991, Maggie the Monkey, a crab-eating macaque also known as Maggie the Macaque, was born.
2003: Maggie's Prediction Method Described
In 2003, James Duthie of TSN explained that Maggie's method of selecting teams is random. She spins a wheel divided into sections representing each team in a playoff matchup.
2003: Maggie Joins TSN and Predicts Playoff Upset
In 2003, Maggie was brought onto TSN broadcasts to predict the Stanley Cup Playoffs. She correctly predicted the Mighty Ducks of Anaheim would defeat the Detroit Red Wings, a major upset. Maggie's overall record was 8-7, and she was featured on the front page of the Los Angeles Times.
2004: Maggie Stars in "The Ape-rentice"
In 2004, Maggie was given her own segment on TSN called "The Ape-rentice", a parody of "The Apprentice." She finished with an overall record of 7-8.
2006: Maggie Finishes First in Predictions
In 2006, Maggie had her best year, finishing first out of a panel despite incorrectly selecting the Edmonton Oilers to win the championship.
2008: Maggie Makes Eight Correct Predictions
In 2008, Maggie made eight correct predictions out of 15 in the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
2009: Maggie Correctly Selects Stanley Cup Winner
In 2009, Maggie had a disappointing first round with a 2-6 record, but she correctly selected the Stanley Cup winner for the first time.
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