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AL All-Star closer Jose Valverde prepares a new dance for the masses

Jul 11, 2011, 6:10 PM EDT

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American League manager Ron Washington said Monday that Detroit’s Jose Valverde will be his choice to close out a lead Tuesday night, and Valverde spent all day in front of a mirror rehearsing a new celebration upon hearing the move.

Personally, I’m hoping for a new take on the Ickey Shuffle, though for what it’s worth, Valverde’s recent moves suggest he’s been studying Russian dance of late.

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  1. skerney - Jul 11, 2011 at 6:19 PM

    I’ve seen Valverde give up two runs, get the save, and still dance like a buffoon too many times.

  2. akeemdropsdaball - Jul 11, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    I call for the Carlton. Or the Dougie.

  3. eddieapoc - Jul 11, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    Easy there big Papa.

  4. clydeserra - Jul 12, 2011 at 2:50 AM

    This guy slays me.

  5. cmutimmah - Jul 12, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    EASY Poppa Grande… EEEEEZZZZZZZZZZZZZZ.
    -Rod Allen

  6. Jonny 5 - Jul 12, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    The NL will prevail so save that dance buddy…

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