Cleveland Indians to drop "Indians" from team name after 105 years

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  • MayDay10
    MayDay10 Posts: 11,852
    I was hoping the most for "Blues".  It has history, its subtle, connected directly with the music/rock scene, etc.

    I wonder if the St Louis hockey team would cry though
  • Hobbes
    Hobbes Pacific Northwest Posts: 6,438
    Continuity and cartoon!


  • Kat
    Kat Posts: 4,956
    edited July 2021
    cincybearcat said:
    As usual, Cleveland disappoints. Truly awful name.


    Oh...I see now that a lot of people don't like the new name. Well, as someone who has played Destiny for more than 7 years as a Guardian....I just wanted to say I like the name. It has a noble feel to it. It may take time but I hope it grows on everyone else. 
    Also, I would have liked Rockers too. :)
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  • Halifax2TheMax
    Halifax2TheMax Posts: 42,079
    MayDay10 said:
    Halifax2TheMax said:
    Should have been the Rockers. Baseball bat as a turntable arm logo, or a bat smashing records, drum kit with bats for drumsticks, something. Guardians? Guardians of what, exactly? Me no like.

    Cleveland Rockers.

    it comes from these 



    I honestly would have hated the Rockers.  I would never be able to not think of the Roller Games team

    All we would need are the T-Birds and Bad Attitude and we would be all set
    Who are those guys/gals? Statues of native Americans, religious folks, hybrids of something? Still don't like it. Guardians seems too static. Baseball is a "slow" sport but still. Maybe it'll grow on me but I'm doubtful. I like the suggestion of Blues as that has a nice ring and connotation to it but St. Louis would be mooing. Thanks for the info. Now I might try to find out who those folks are.
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  • Poncier
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    Halifax2TheMax said:
    Should have been the Rockers. Baseball bat as a turntable arm logo, or a bat smashing records, drum kit with bats for drumsticks, something. Guardians? Guardians of what, exactly? Me no like.

    Cleveland Rockers.
    Already had their Rockers mascot...


    This weekend we rock Portland
  • mcgruff10
    mcgruff10 New Jersey Posts: 29,111
    Cool with the change but hate the name.  ugh, just terrible.  
    I'll ride the wave where it takes me......
  • Halifax2TheMax
    Halifax2TheMax Posts: 42,079
    So, after doing a little google machining, I found out the "Guardians" are the guardians of traffic. Who their/there/they're modeled after is still unknown. That said, the stone mason who did the sculptures was the father of Bob Hope. A better name would have been the Cleveland Comedians or the Cleveland Laughingstocks.
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  • mrussel1
    mrussel1 Posts: 30,879
    Halifax2TheMax said:
    So, after doing a little google machining, I found out the "Guardians" are the guardians of traffic. Who their/there/they're modeled after is still unknown. That said, the stone mason who did the sculptures was the father of Bob Hope. A better name would have been the Cleveland Comedians or the Cleveland Laughingstocks.
    I'm not a fan of this comment.  
  • mrussel1
    mrussel1 Posts: 30,879
    This just came.. The only thing I took from it is that the Tribe's last WS title is 1948 and that will never change. 

    A Letter From Paul Dolan

    To our fans,

    As a fifth generation Clevelander, I understand the historic impact and importance of the decision to change our team name. Like most of you, I grew up with the name Indians. My first Indians heroes were the great Rocky Colavito and Sonny Siebert. My bond to the Tribe was secured then and my fandom has only grown over the years. The successes we enjoyed and shared in the last three decades as Indians – the World Series appearances, Cy Young Award winners, longest win streak in MLB history, and so many other great accomplishments will always be unforgettable Indians memories for all of us.

    Those memories do not diminish with a new name. Indians will always be part of our history just as Cleveland has always been the most important part of our identity.

    In searching for a new brand, we sought a name that strongly reflects the pride, resiliency and loyalty of Clevelanders. Guardians embodies those defining attributes while drawing upon the iconic Guardians of Traffic proudly standing just outside Progressive Field on the Hope Memorial Bridge. It brings to life the pride Clevelanders take in our city and the way we stand for each other while defending our Cleveland baseball family.

    We acknowledge the name change will be difficult for many of us, and the transition will take time. It is our hope and belief this change will divert us from a divisive path, and instead steer us towards a future where our fans, city, and region are all united as Cleveland Guardians.

    We didn't get to this name or our design elements lightly. Since the announcement to change the name in December, our team has been hard at work to ensure we pick a name that our fans and players will be proud to have represent Cleveland Baseball for the next 100-plus years.

    Throughout this process, we surveyed more than 40,000 fans and conducted 140 hours of interviews with fans, community leaders and front office personnel. Through all our research and discussions, we identified a few key themes that were most important to fans – connect to the city of Cleveland, unite our community, and honor our rich baseball history. Therefore, while the name will be new, we will maintain elements of continuity to emphasize the ongoing connection our past will have with our future. Our colors and uniform mix are remaining the same, so our on-field look will feel very similar in 2022. If you’d like to learn more about the design marks, please visit our team name microsite MLB.com/CLEteamname.

    So what's next? We will finish the 2021 season as the Cleveland Indians and will then look to launch as the Cleveland Guardians at the conclusion of the season. We are excited to usher in the next chapter of our franchise's long history in this city, and I am looking forward to the next generation of memories that friends, families and this city will all make together. I am sincerely thankful to everyone who has supported us throughout this process. Our fans and our community are the reason we exist, and as Guardians, we will continue to strive to unite and inspire this city through the power of team.

    Thank you

    Paul Dolan
    Owner/Chief Executive Officer


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  • oftenreading
    oftenreading Victoria, BC Posts: 12,856
    Hobbes said:
    mrussel1 said:
    I agree with everything you say, but I hate the name.  It feels too much like a Disney thing... like the Mighty Ducks.  
    Or Marvel. Guardians is great? Guardians is good? Guardians is Groot!
    You can't hear Guardians without automatically thinking ".... of the Galaxy"
    my small self... like a book amongst the many on a shelf
  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    At least it’s not the Steamers. 
  • Merkin Baller
    Merkin Baller Posts: 12,767
    hedonist said:
    At least it’s not the Steamers. 
    Opportunity = Missed



  • mrussel1
    mrussel1 Posts: 30,879
    edited July 2021
    Merkin Baller said:
    hedonist said:
    At least it’s not the Steamers. 
    Opportunity = Missed



    Awesome.  I'd love an in state rivalry against the Cincinnati Bowties.  
  • hedonist
    hedonist Posts: 24,524
    Merkin Baller said:
    hedonist said:
    At least it’s not the Steamers. 
    Opportunity = Missed



    :lol:
  • cincybearcat
    cincybearcat Posts: 16,826
    mrussel1 said:
    cincybearcat said:
    As usual, Cleveland disappoints. Truly awful name.


    Whatever, Bungles.  Clowns is a way better name.  
    I don’t root for the Bengals. I’m not from cincy. Just went to the U.
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  • cincybearcat
    cincybearcat Posts: 16,826
    Sneak peak at the new ballcaps...


    hippiemom = goodness
  • Meltdown99
    Meltdown99 None Of Your Business... Posts: 10,739
    This is the best name they could come up with?  
    Give Peas A Chance…
  • mrussel1
    mrussel1 Posts: 30,879
    cincybearcat said:
    mrussel1 said:
    cincybearcat said:
    As usual, Cleveland disappoints. Truly awful name.


    Whatever, Bungles.  Clowns is a way better name.  
    I don’t root for the Bengals. I’m not from cincy. Just went to the U.
    Hey I went university of Miami too!
  • Weston1283
    Weston1283 Fredericksburg, VA Posts: 5,015
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  • brianlux
    brianlux Moving through All Kinds of Terrain. Posts: 43,662
    Kids will love it:
    The Rise of a Legend Guardians of Ga39Hoole 16 by Kathryn Lasky

    Most adults will think its dumb.

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