The Phils Visit The White House

Yesterday, the Phillies got to visit the White house and take a tour with President Barack Obama to celebrate their World Series victory. They were supposed to go earlier, but the event was postponed due to the passing of Hall of Fame announcer Harry Kalas. While at the White House, President Obama made a speech regarding the Phillies victory, call them the under dogs, just like himself. He also acknowledged many of the players and their wives for the charity work they do. He also recognized that both he and center fielder, Hawaiian native Shane Victorino come from the same state. At the end of the speech, the players presented President Obama with a jersey with the number 44, for him being the 44th President, and a baseball autographed by the team. The President joked with Jimmy Rollins, who was giving him his memorabilia, asking if he could have Jimmy's World Series ring as well. The Phillies were told to come again, on one condition, the win another World Series this year. Let's hope that was incentive for the Phils to repeat this year!