The Indians name has been associated with Cleveland's American League team since 1915. if Cleveland changes its name, it would be the first team to change their name since Tampa Bay became the Rays in 2008.
World Series MVP Ben Zobrist and catcher Miguel Montero drove in runs in the 10th inning, and the Chicago Cubs edged the Indians, 8-7, to win their first championship since 1908 in Game 7 in Cleveland early Thursday morning.
All of the curses, and weight of past failures, have been lifted from the Chicago Cubs as they win the 2016 World Series. It's the Cubs first championship since 1908.