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Quote: Originally Posted by AUTiger1

Have no idea what was wrong with the name Anaheim Angels. They used that name from 1997-2004 and there didn't seem to be anything wrong with it. Nobody confused them with the Dodgers or any other crap. What was wrong with the name California Angels that they used for nearly 30 years or so?

Nowadays it's all about merchandising and brand identity. Add the name "Los Angeles" to any sports franchise you're immediately going to increase its marketability and value.

I may have my facts mixed up, but I did read somewhere that the "of Anaheim" tag came about when the Angels entered their stadium agreement with the city. One of the stipulations was that the team kept Anaheim as part of their name. So they switched to LA and tagged Anaheim on the end, those crafty devils. I mean Angels.