Former NHL player T.J. Oshie visited Donald Trump in the Oval Office, where Trump asked for his prediction on the Stanley Cup winner. Oshie favored Minnesota, despite Colorado being the favorite.
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T.J. Oshie visited Donald Trump in the Oval Office
Trump asked Oshie for his Stanley Cup prediction
Oshie favored Minnesota over Colorado
Oshie played 16 NHL seasons
Trump signed a proclamation about the Presidential Fitness Test
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Donald Trump gets ex-NHL star TJ Oshie's Stanley Cup prediction
"Who's going to win in hockey?" Trump asked Oshie, who played 16 NHL seasons and won a Stanley Cup with the Washington Capitals.
"It's a tough one," Oshie responded with a smile. "Colorado is the favorite. I like Minnesota though."
Other high-profile athletic attendees for the signing in the White House included golf legend Gary Player, Florida men's basketball coach Todd Golden, golfer Bryson DeChambeau and former MLB All-Star Noah Syndergaard.
The Colorado Avalanche won the Presidents' Trophy as the NHL's best regular-season team and hold a 1-0 lead over the Minnesota Wild, Oshie's pick, in the second round of the playoffs with Game 2 set for Tuesday night.
Q&A
What did T.J. Oshie predict for the Stanley Cup winner?
T.J. Oshie predicted that Minnesota would win the Stanley Cup, even though Colorado is considered the favorite.
When did T.J. Oshie meet with Donald Trump?
T.J. Oshie met with Donald Trump on May 5 during an event in the Oval Office.
What event was Donald Trump signing during Oshie's visit?
Donald Trump was signing a proclamation about the Presidential Fitness Test during Oshie's visit.
How long did T.J. Oshie play in the NHL?
T.J. Oshie played 16 seasons in the NHL.
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