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Former Guardians manager Terry Francona defends team's name change amid Trump's pressure
Terry Francona, who managed Cleveland from 2013 to 2023, saw the franchise change its legendary name - but it was a move he remains happy about.
'Let people complain': Terry Francona proud of Cleveland for changing team name
WASHINGTON — Terry Francona did not make the decision to change Cleveland’s franchise name to the Guardians, and he’s no longer their manager, and will be half a state removed from any thoughts of revising it.
Terry Francona Sends Donald Trump Clear Message Amid Guardians Name Change Rumors
The Indians became the Guardians ahead of the 2022 season, ending a decadeslong debate about the team’s name. Nearly four years later, President Donald Trump wants the Guardians and Washington Commanders (née Redskins and Football Team) to revert to their previous monikers.
Ex-Indians Manager Terry Francona Makes Opinion On Name Change Clear
There's been renewed discussion over the Cleveland Guardians' name after President Trump publicly requested that they revert their name to the Cleveland Indians. But how do some of the people who have been a part of the organization feel about it?
Guardians name change debate reignited: Why the team won’t go back
When a high-profile social media post recently suggested the Guardians should revert to their former team nickname, it briefly reignited a conversation the organization clearly considers settled. The Cleveland Baseball Talk Podcast tackled the topic head-on,
Analyst Doubts Guardians Will Make Major Team Change
It’s been years since the Cleveland Guardians changed their name. It was a huge deal at the time, and it had been an ongoing discussion for years. That’s why, even though President Donald Trump has tried to re-ignite the debate,
‘Let people complain’: Terry Francona voices support for Guardians name change amid Trump call for return to ‘Indians’
Terry Francona told reporters before a game in Washington that he was proud of Guardians owner Paul Dolan for pulling the ...
Terry Francona on Trump's call to return racist monikers: 'Not how it's supposed to work'
Cleveland’s former nickname had been controversial for decades by the time they changed it heading into the 2022 season. The ...
Reds’ Elly De La Cruz tries on manager Terry Francona’s glasses in lighthearted moment
Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona had a lighthearted moment during Monday night's game against the Washington Nationals.
Terry Francona's Eye Prescription Appeared to Give Elly De La Cruz a Headache
As Reds manager Terry Francona made the call to the bullpen during the fifth inning against the Washington Nationals, De La ...
Reds' Terry Francona Announces Exciting Hunter Greene News
Reds' Terry Francona Announces Exciting Hunter Greene News originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Right-handed starting ...
Terry Francona gets his 2,000th managerial win as the Reds beat the Rockies 4-2
Terry Francona has added another milestone to his impressive career. Francona became the 13th manager in major league history ...
Terry Francona and Chase Burns React to Reds Disappointing Loss to Nationals
Jul 22, 2025; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona (77) removes Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Chase Burns (26) from the game against the Washington ...
Reds’ Elly De La Cruz tries on manager Terry Francona’s glasses during pitching change
The Reds are 52-49 and in contention for a wild-card spot and their first postseason appearance in five years.
Terry Francona makes bold move to leverage Cincinnati Reds' Noelvi Marte skills in RF
We’re doing it to try to have an advantage. We think it gives us more flexibility. And maybe better flexibility.” ...