Pressure is mounting for the Super Bowl-bound Chiefs to end the tradition of fans breaking into a โwar chantโ while doing the tomahawk chop.
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The Atlanta Braves have steadfastly resisted calls to change their name, saying they view it as a tribute to Native Americans rather than a slur. The death of Hank Aaron prompted calls to change the name to the Hammers in his honor.
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The #Braves have discontinued the practice of handing out foam tomahawks after the comments made by #STLCards pitcher Ryan Helsley, a Cherokee Nation member. Here is their statement:
"Using our heritage as a mascot โ it isnโt the best thing. There have been schools who in the past 20, 30 years have changed their mascots. I donโt see why professional teams are so far behind on that.โ -- #Cardinals rookie Ryan Helsley. #Braves#NLDS https://t.co/vQ1a2oCal4
Tyler Flowers bomb. His third of the season. The #Braves cut the Rockies lead to 4-3 in the 6th inning with two outs. Stuff was thrown. The chop was chopped.
@Braves_Jacob There are bigger issues for sure. But itโs a small issue, as you allude it to be, which I think is easily solvable. Just stop the chop. [insert Tiger Woods meme- send tweet]