Quote: No problem.


Pasadena is much closer to the city of Los Angeles than Anaheim from a geographic standpoint. As a result of Pasadena being so close to LA mileage wise, isn't Pasadena often associated with Los Angeles?


Because Anaheim is in Orange County and a much greater distance from LA, I can understand why the Anaheim Angels changing their name to the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim wasn't a popular decision in Orange County or in the much more immediate LA area.

Yes Pasadena is associated with Los Angeles.. Literally takes me 7 min(I've timed lol) to Dodger Stadium and just under 15 min to Staples Center via the 110 freeway. Of course that's without traffic.


I understand what you are saying in terms of team name. "What would be wrong with claiming a whole area so everyone San Diego to Los Angeles alike will be happy" (at least that's how I was interpreting it).


The problem lies in terms of how prideful LA is. They didn't wait this long to "share" a team. They want a team that they can call their own. The CALIFORNIA (place team name here) would not fly.


Most Angel fans and Dodger fans hate that the Angels are called The Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim.


Lol in fact, the Dodgers sell a shirt at games that says "The Los Angeles Dodgers of Los Angeles" lol. Kind of a backhand to the Angels.

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