The Atlanta Braves released a statement Saturday saying they "have much work to do on and off the field," in reference to inquiries about whether they will consider changing their name.
According to Charles Odum of the Associated Press, the organization stated it "honors, supports, and values the Native American community. That will never change."
Because of the enhanced focus on racial inequality in the United States following the death of 46-year-old Black man George Floyd while in police custody in Minneapolis on May 25, there has been a galvanization to fight racist symbols and references.