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What are the sculptures on the Hope Memorial Bridge called, which inspired the team's name?

  • Cleveland Protectors

  • Bridge Sentinels

  • Traffic Watchers

  • Guardians of Traffic

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The team's name, the Cleveland Guardians, was inspired by the Guardians of Traffic, eight monolithic 1932 Art Deco sculptures by Henry Hering on the city's Hope Memorial Bridge. The bridge is adjacent to Progressive Field, and the sculptures symbolize the strength and resilience of the city.
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