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MLB: How the Guardians leaped into AL Central contention behind a group of unheralded young hitters
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Cleveland Indians change name after 106 years to Guardians
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Together, we are all…': Cleveland Indians announce 'Guardians' as new team name
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Cleveland baseball team's name change sparks hopes other teams follow suit
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Which Cleveland Guardians? Roller derby team sues MLB team
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The Cleveland Indians announce new team name before Washington - Hogs Haven
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Guardians baseball, roller derby teams settle lawsuit
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If the Cleveland Indians change their team name, here are 6 replacement options
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Cleveland Indians new name is already taken by a roller derby team
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Cleveland Baseball Team to Rebrand as the Guardians, Smart News
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Cleveland 'Guardians' is fine as a name for a baseball team - Bleed Cubbie Blue