Helene Elliott: A White House invitation, and all its ramifications, could await next Stanley Cup champion
by Helene Elliott, Los Angeles Times
Jun 07, 2018
3 minutes
LAS VEGAS - The Washington Capitals wouldn't have far to travel if they win the Stanley Cup and are invited to be honored at the White House. But if the Capitals take the Cup home and are summoned to a ceremony with President Donald Trump, a short trip will surely turn into a long and contentious discussion.
Trump's decision to disinvite the Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles from a planned White House ceremony has triggered debates over the purpose of sports teams' visits and whether politics should influence the decision to go. Is visiting the
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