The Los Angeles Dodgers are reportedly planning to visit the White House to celebrate their recent World Series championship win. This comes after President Donald Trump publicly invited the team via social media following their dramatic Game 7 victory.
According to reports from The Athletic and the California Post, the team is expected to make the trip, even amid calls to cancel due to the current administration's immigration policies. The Dodgers declined to comment on the reports directly.
While no specific date has been set, such visits typically occur when the team plays a road series against the Washington Nationals. This season, the Dodgers are scheduled to play in Washington from April 3rd to April 5th.
Team manager Dave Roberts indicated his intention to attend, stating he was raised to respect the office of the presidency regardless of the occupant. However, the decision is not without internal tension, as some players have been critical of the administration in the past.
The visit would mirror last year's trip, which the team attended as a united front despite similar political controversies. It remains to be seen if all players will participate this time.