Dodgers to visit White House July 23 for 2025 championship

The Los Angeles Dodgers will visit the White House on July 23 to celebrate their 2025 World Series championship, marking their second consecutive visit to honor a title with President Donald Trump. The White House confirmed the date, which falls on an off day during the team's East Coast road trip between series against the Philadelphia Phillies and the New York Mets.

White House spokeswoman Taylor Rogers said the president is excited to welcome the team back. The Dodgers secured their third championship in six seasons last fall with a dramatic Game 7 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays, completing a late comeback that included key home runs from Miguel Rojas and Will Smith.

The planned visit ends months of speculation about whether the tradition would be upheld this year. The team was unable to schedule a visit during a trip to Washington to play the Nationals in April due to game scheduling conflicts. Manager Dave Roberts had previously stated his intention to participate, emphasizing respect for the office regardless of who holds it. Roberts said he stands by tradition and does not view his attendance as a political statement.

Several players have also expressed their plans to...