Los Angeles Dodgers to Visit White House to Celebrate World Series Victory
The Los Angeles Dodgers are set to visit the White House to commemorate their recent World Series victory on July 23. The team will make the trip during an off-day of their East Coast road trip, where they will face the Phillies, Yankees, and Mets. White House assistant press secretary Taylor Rogers expressed President Trump's excitement in welcoming the Dodgers back to the White House for the celebration.
President Trump extended an invitation to the Dodgers on social media following their Game 7 triumph. The team had been expected to visit the White House during the 2026 MLB season. Despite some backlash from previous visits, the Dodgers remained united in their decision to attend, with all players reportedly eager to participate in the celebration.
Dodgers manager Dave Roberts had previously expressed reservations about visiting the White House in 2019, and player Mookie Betts had skipped a visit with the Red Sox in 2018. However, the team showed solidarity in their decision to attend the White House celebration. While player Kiké Hernández had voiced concerns about the visit, citing past criticisms of Trump, the team viewed the visit as a traditional part of celebrating a World Series win.
Traditionally, World Series champions visit the White House when playing the Nationals in Washington. Due to scheduling conflicts, the Dodgers were unable to make the trip earlier in the season. The team's upcoming visit to the White House will mark a significant moment in their championship journey.