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Martin Prado's return to the Marlins came with a top-shelf sequence of dugout handshakes

Prior to Friday's game with the Cubs, the Marlins activated Martín Pradofrom the disabled list -- where he'd been for the past six weeks with a hamstring strain. 
When it comes to Prado's role on the Marlins, well, he's definitely a "leader." Just look at this elaborate sequence of dugout handshakes he indulged in with teammates, such as Miguel Rojas and Dan Straily: 

J.T. Riddle:

And the team's athletic trainer:

The above isn't that surprising when you step back and consider Prado's role on the team. The 33-year-old is the center of attention most of the time, such as how he ends up with the baseball at the end of every defensive inning for the Marlins. Yes, every third out, as pointed out by MLB.com's Joe Frisaro. The ball basically filters through Prado on its journey around the diamond at all times. 
And there's more: Whenever he enters the clubhouse, Prado shakes hands with and/or hugs each of his teammates. It's a thing he's done for years. And as Frisaro notes, he says he does this because, "teammates are my family, and you hug your family every day." 
Welcome back, Martin! 

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