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This 'umpire' impressed even Orbit with his fantastic on-field dance moves

'Umpire' impresses Tokyo Dome with slick dance moves

Remember that day in middle school where everyone awkwardly stood around the gym because it was time to learn to dance? Turns out they have that day in umpire school too, and just like when you were 14, some students take to it better than others:

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Yes, even Orbit, on-field dance champion, is impressed by this TOTALLY REAL umpire's moves. And he's really got 'em:

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OK, so maybe this umpire isn't as 100% authentic as we've led you to believe. But remember that Laz Diaz, actual Major League umpire, also got an A on dance day (with bonus Jimmy Rollins!):

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