As the Washington Nationals were introduced, players and coaches trickled out to the balcony and steps overlooking the South Lawn. The military band below played a rendition of “Baby Shark,” the team’s unofficial anthem. The thousands looking on cheered.
Just five days after winning the World Series, the Nationals were honored at the White House on Monday as president Donald Trump congratulated the ball club for a historic season.
On a bright sunny day, Trump recalled famous moments from the team’s season and periodically called up members of the team to speak over the course of a 27-minute speech.