The Indians and the Redskins might change their names

Started by joesixpack, July 03, 2020, 08:41:24 PM

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joesixpack

Both of these topics have come up on the past... Let's see if either actually goes through with it.

I know Cleveland stopped using the Indian logo not too long ago...


CLEVELAND -- They've been known as the Cleveland Indians since 1915. But those days could be over.

Amid new pressure sparked by a national movement to correct racial wrongdoings, the Indians said Friday night that they will review their long-debated nickname, which has been in place for 105 years.

"We are committed to making a positive impact in our community and embrace our responsibility to advance social justice and equality," the team said in a statement that came hours after the NFL's Washington Redskins announced a similar move. "Our organization fully recognizes our team name is among the most visible ways in which we connect with the community."

https://www.espn.com/mlb/story/_/id/29406956/cleveland-indians-determine-best-path-forward-team-name
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