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Los Angeles Dodgers Begin 2025 White House Sports Celebration Series

The Dodgers' visit today marks a renewed embrace of tradition by championship teams celebrating with President Trump.

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President Trump greets two-way Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani.
Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw, President Donald Trump and Los Angeles Dodgers Owner and Chairman Mark Walter pose with a jersey presented to Trump as he hosts the 2024 World Series champions in the East Room of the White House on April 7 in Washington, DC.
President Donald Trump listens as Dodgers pitcher Clayton Kershaw speaks during a ceremony to honor the Major League Baseball 2024 World Series Champion team in the East Room of the White House, Monday, April 7, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci)

Overview

  • The Los Angeles Dodgers are visiting the White House today to celebrate their 2024 World Series victory, kicking off a series of championship team celebrations in April 2025.
  • This event reflects a shift in athlete-administration relations, as teams like the Dodgers and Eagles, who previously declined invitations, now embrace the tradition.
  • Dodgers star Mookie Betts and manager Dave Roberts reversed earlier stances, emphasizing the importance of team unity and the honor of the occasion.
  • The Ohio State Buckeyes and Philadelphia Eagles are scheduled to follow with their own White House visits later this month to celebrate their respective championships.
  • The Florida Panthers began this year's series of visits, celebrating their Stanley Cup victory and highlighting the significance of the tradition.