CSN Chicago · Jul 8, 2020
Blackhawks release team statement, stand by name and Native American logo
Patrick Sharp and Eddie Olczyk preview Blackhawks-Oilers matchupIn light of the news that MLB's Cleveland Indians and the NFL's Washington Redskins are considering name changes, the Blackhawks released a team statement to the Chicago Sun-Times on Tuesday standing by their name and Native American logo.
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The full statement reads:
The Chicago Blackhawks name and logo symbolizes an important and historic person, Black Hawk of Illinois’ Sac & Fox Nation, whose leadership and life has inspired generations of Native Americans, veterans and the public.