Lyou Cleveland Indians officially changed their name to Guardians. This Friday through social networks, the franchise confirmed the modification after 106 years of history.
Faced with the wave of different claims and suggestions for the team to take action, because the name could have connotations related to racism, the institution finally made the change. The Guardians will compete in the Major Leagues starting in 2022, so this is their last season as Indians.
Since last year, Cleveland had entered a process to analyze the modification on its behalf. Y after studying more than 1,000 proposals; they opted for the Guardians.
Last year the Redskins said goodbye to their nickname within the NFL and they played last season under the name Washington Football Team. This after pressure from sponsors forced them to make this decision.
At this, the eyes turned to Cleveland, where the claims had been for years. The ninth called for time to make the change and finally next year they will be known as the Guardians.