The Los Angeles Dodgers' planned visit to the White House is a customary event for World Series champions that aims to ease political tensions. Dodgers president Stan Kasten and manager Dave Roberts acknowledged the significance of this tradition, even as Roberts had previously expressed hesitance about visiting during Trump's first term. Star player Mookie Betts deliberated participation but chose to support his team for the celebration. During the visit, President Trump praised the Dodgers, particularly Roberts, while also reflecting on past criticisms regarding team decisions and Betts' trade from Boston.
President Trump spoke highly of Betts, Roberts and Shohei Ohtani as the Dodgers stood behind him in the East Room. They also were treated to the rare opportunity of stepping inside the Oval Office following the ceremony.
I hope you're going to be back here next year," President Trump said among his many other remarks.
One of the greatest managers ever to wear Dodger Blue, Dave Roberts, what a time he's had," President Trump said.
Rather than take umbrage with Betts passing on attending the White House with his Red Sox teammates in 2019, President Trump was critical of Boston trading him to the Dodgers.
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