The **Cleveland Guardians** is a professional Major League Baseball (MLB) team based in Cleveland, Ohio. The organization competes in the American League (AL) Central Division and has a rich history dating back to 1901. Initially known by various names such as the Blues, Broncos, and Naps, the team was officially named the Indians in 1915, a name it retained until 2021. The team's current name, the Guardians, was chosen in 2021 to honor the iconic *Guardians of Traffic* statues on the Hope Memorial Bridge near their home stadium, Progressive Field. ### History and Achievements - **Founding**: The team has its roots as a minor league club in Columbus, Ohio, and later moved to Cleveland in 1900. It became one of the eight charter franchises of the American League when it declared itself a major league in 1901[1][2]. - **World Series Championships**: The Guardians have won two World Series titles, in 1920 and 1948, with their championship drought since 1948 being the longest among all MLB teams[1][2]. - **Division Titles**: They have secured 13 Central Division titles and six American League pennants[1]. ### Current Status - **Operations**: The team offers a variety of ticketing options, merchandise sales, and community programs. They engage fans through events at Progressive Field and their spring training facility in Goodyear, Arizona[3]. - **Revenue**: The organization is a significant player in the sports industry, contributing to local economic activity and engaging a large fan base[5]. ### Notable Aspects - **Name Change**: The team's name change from Indians to Guardians in 2021 was a response to decades of protests against Native American-related nicknames[2]. - **Facilities**: The Guardians play home games at Progressive Field and conduct spring training at Goodyear Ballpark in Arizona[1]. - **