It's being applauded as a significant step by some Native American groups, who hope the move pushes other major league franchises, like the NFL's Washington Redskins, to abolish logos or change nicknames deemed offensive.

While Yenyo was elated when the AP informed him of Wahoo's diminishing status, he also expressed deep disappointment that the Indians will continue to wear the logo during the upcoming season and sell merchandise featuring the big-toothed emblem.

Although MLB and the Indians claim that Cleveland being awarded the 2019 All-Star Game did not play into the decision, it's clear that Manfred, who has been exerting more pressure on Dolan to dump Wahoo, did not want another big event tainted by the contentious logo's presence.

"It's a big disappointment," Jeremiah Baker of North Ridgeville, Ohio, said after picking through a clearance bin of caps with his wife and two children at a suburban sporting goods store.

Cleveland's players may no longer be adorned with the logo in '19, but it will remain prominent in the stands as fans won't be denied for wearing caps and T-shits or bringing signs backing the infamous chief into the ballpark.