Trump hosts champion Dodgers at White House as some players stay away
President Donald Trump hosted the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House, marking their second visit in two years. While several players attended, notable stars including Mookie Betts and Kike Hernández chose not to participate in the event.
Why it matters
The event highlights the intersection of professional sports and national politics, as well as the ongoing trend of individual player protests during White House visits.
Donald Trump holds up a World Series championship ring gifted to him by Dodgers owner Mark Walter. Donald Trump holds up a World Series championship ring gifted to him by Dodgers owner Mark Walter. Los Angeles Dodgers Trump hosts champion Dodgers at White House as some players stay away Betts and Hernández opt against joining team for event
Back-to-back World Series winners gift ring to Trump
Many loyal fans had conflicted feelings over visit
Prefer the Guardian on Google Donald Trump hosted the World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers at the White House on Thursday for the team’s second trip to the White House in two years.
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