It will not be a problem. I know real example. For many years I was the most loyal fan (and I'm still excited when they play) of the team that was created and played 80 years ago under 'Foodpackers' name (approx. translation). Later the name was changed but it's still part of sport history and no fan was ever ashamed.

>But think about future generations who will look with reverence upon the cup, until they see the name 'The Ducks'. So much for reverence. ;)
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>>As long as they win, name is Ok.
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>>>Ok, sure, but come on. It's still a dumb name for a hockey team. A bowling team ok, but not a hockey team.
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>>>>Didn't you watch the movie?
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>>>>DUCKS STICK TOGETHER!
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>>>>>They droped the "Mighty" from their name since Disney sold the team some time ago. They're just knowed now has the "Ducks" wich seem quite a bit odd to me for a team name. The Predators, the Devils, the Lightning, the Hurricane and the Panters are intimidating. But the Ducks???
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>>>>>>I can't believe that the Stanley Cup is going to have to suffer having "Mighty Ducks" engraved on it's venerable old face.