Anthony Rendon Says Reasoning for Missing Nationals White House Visit Wasn't Political

Before signing with the Los Angeles Angels this offseason, Anthony Rendon won the World Series with the Washington Nationals and had the opportunity to visit the White House, per tradition.

When he wasn't present to greet President Trump, many assumed that his absence was a result of political protest towards the administration. Now, Rendon has officially debunked that claim.

It's admittedly sad that people would instantaneously jump to that conclusion about his no-show at the White House, although it's justifiable due to the fact that there were a couple of outspoken Nationals players on the team, including Sean Doolittle, who vocally stated that they would not visit the White House in protest of President Trump.

In a quote from his introductory conference with the Angels, Rendon stated that he had actually wanted to visit the White House, but that the logistics of the visit had been messed up. When the Nationals actually went to the White House two days earlier than expected, Rendon was still at his home in Houston catering to friends and family.

Rendon even referred to his political leanings as more right than left, especially based on the fact that he lives in Tex., which has traditionally been a more conservative state.

In that case, Rendon's going to love playing ball in one of the most liberal counties in California, which is perhaps the most progressive state in the United States. Hopefully that won't affect his ability to mash the baseball alongside Mike Trout for the next couple of years.