**Red Sox Celebrate Winning Streak After White House Visit with Trump**
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Saturday to commemorate the Boston Red Sox’s impressive eight-game winning streak, which began after the team visited him at the White House on July 3. “They haven’t lost since they saw me in the Oval. 8 wins in a row!” Trump shared, accompanied by a photo from the team’s recent victory over the Tampa Bay Rays. The Red Sox secured their eighth consecutive win on Friday night with a thrilling 5-4 walk-off victory, thanks to Ceddanne Rafaela’s two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning. They continued their success with a 1-0 win over the Rays on Saturday, extending their streak to nine games.
The Red Sox’s visit to the White House was an unplanned stop, as teams typically visit after winning a championship. In this instance, the team was in Washington, D.C., for a game against the Nationals and had a day off. Players including Trevor Story, Justin Wilson, and Rob Refsnyder met with Trump in the Oval Office. A team spokesperson noted, “The team toured the White House today as part of their family road trip to D.C.”
Red Sox manager Alex Cora has previously expressed criticism of Trump, opting out of a White House visit in 2019 to celebrate the team’s 2018 World Series title. In a January interview on “The Mayor’s Office” podcast, Cora explained that he chose not to meet Trump because he wanted to focus on the recovery efforts in his home country of Puerto Rico, which was still reeling from Hurricane Maria’s devastation. “I felt me celebrating something at that stage, while [Puerto Ricans] were still suffering, it was bad. I didn’t feel comfortable doing it,” Cora stated.
Cora emphasized that his decision was not politically motivated but rather a reflection of his commitment to his community. “We are part of the United States,” he acknowledged, “but there was still work to do. And I felt very awkward, like, ‘Let’s celebrate this at the White House,’ right, while a lot of people suffered here.”
As the Red Sox continue their winning streak, the team remains focused on their performance on the field while navigating the complexities of their public image and community responsibilities.
**FAQ**
**Why did the Red Sox visit the White House?**
The Red Sox made an impromptu visit to the White House while in Washington, D.C., for a game against the Nationals, as part of a family road trip.