Redskins name change escalates after sponsor pressure
The Washington NFL team announced a review of its name following pressure from sponsors FedEx Nike Pepsi and Bank of America. Native leaders urged an immediate end to the usage, while Mayor Bowser urged a Washington location for the team. The franchise, once dominant in the 1980s and 1990s, now lags in playoff appearances and prime time visibility.
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Workday Charity Open reshapes Muirfield Village course
Chad Mark, superintendent at Muirfield Village, oversees bunkers and re-sodding as PGA Tour adds the Workday Charity Open week before the Memorial. Officials remove video boards, replace signage, and aim greens at 11 to 14 on the Sumpmeter, weather permitting, with a major greens and fairways redo planned after the Memorial. The Memorial remains a premier event and the course prepares for a potential U S Open feel despite no fans due to coronavirus concerns.
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Browns Sign Third Rounder Jacob Phillips From LSU
The Browns signed linebacker Jacob Phillips, the No. 97 overall pick from LSU, as they overhaul the linebacking unit after not re-signing Joe Schobert and Christian Kirksey. Phillips led LSU in tackles and had eight in the title game. safety Grant Delpit remains unsigned as the last rookie to sign ahead of training camp.
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Indians on the chopping block as nickname debate widens
The Cleveland Indians face renewed scrutiny amid a national push to drop racist sports nicknames. With Washington’s NFL team changing its name, Cleveland weighs rebranding after 105 years, while Chief Wahoo’s removal signals a shift. Corporate sponsors have yet to apply public pressure.
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Indians Notes DeShields lands on 10 day IL
Cleveland notes Delino DeShields Jr. on the 10 day injured list as he recovers from COVID-19 delaying spring training 2.0. He may miss opening day. Luplow sidelined 3 to 5 days after an MRI showed no serious issue. Exhibition games vs Pirates set, with team rosters and broadcast plans outlined. Francona discusses team name reactions and possible four man rotation considerations amid a shortened season.
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Indians Hand on adapting to altered spring training in 2020
Hand discusses adjusted spring training amid health guidelines at the park. He emphasizes safety, family precautions, and the need to sacrifice as players prepare for a shortened season. He notes intrаsquad night games and three exhibition games to reach game readiness before July 24 opener.
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Superstar Racing Experience gains backing from racing veterans
The three time champion crew chief and former team owner rallied supporters including ex NASCAR executive George Pyne and Sandy Montag to back the SRX concept. Stewart signed on and CBS Sports chairman Sean McManus endorsed the plan calling it a strong addition to summer live sports.
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