Trump Criticizes Red Sox for Mookie Betts Trade

During the Los Angeles Dodgers' visit to the White House, President Donald Trump praised Mookie Betts and criticized the Boston Red Sox for trading him to LA in 2020. Trump remarked, 'Mookie. That guy can play, can't he?' and expressed his belief that the trade was a poor decision for the Red Sox, highlighting that only catcher Connor Wong remains from the trade package. Betts, who did not attend the White House ceremony after the Red Sox's 2018 championship, reflected on his past decision as 'very selfish.' Since joining the Dodgers, Betts has achieved significant success, including winning another World Series title and maintaining a strong performance. The Red Sox, meanwhile, have struggled to remain competitive, while the Dodgers aim for back-to-back championships. Trump's comments served as a reminder to Red Sox fans of the ongoing implications of that trade.