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Alexi Amarista laid down a bunt and brought Petco Park to the ground

There's an argument to be made that bunting is almost never acceptable. If, however, you lay down a bunt as perfectly as Alexi Amarista, maybe that rule doesn't apply to you.

The key to this video -- what makes it truly hum -- is the thunderous ovation Petco Park showers upon young Amarista. You'll never hear a crowd more excited by a non-run-scoring sacrifice. It sounds like Oprah just gave everyone a free car.

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