sports teams can work with Native Nations in a respectful and constructive manner". Before the 2021 World Series, the NCAI criticized the defense of the mascot and "chop" by MLB commissioner Manfred, and NCAI president Fawn Sharp reiterated the viewpoint of Native Americans that any caricature representation is harmful. See also Cleveland Indians name and logo controversy List of sports team names and mascots derived from indigenous peoples Native American mascot controversy Washington Redskins name controversy References Major League Baseball controversies Atlanta Braves Anti-indigenous racism in the United States Native American-related controversies