VIDEO: Jonathan Papelbon Takes the Mound Again in Epic Fashion

Former World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon still knows how to make an entrance.
Former World Series champion Jonathan Papelbon still knows how to make an entrance. / ASSOCIATED PRESS
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Jonathan Papelbon still knows how to make an entrance.

The former Boston Red Sox closer used to come out to "I'm Shipping Up to Boston" by Dropkick Murphys when it was closing time at Fenway Park (he still claims it's the best intro song ever). He also famously Irish step-danced his way through the team's 2007 title run.

Friday night, Papelbon took his antics to another level while pitching for the Savannah Bananas -- an exhibition team.

Not only did Papelbon come out in a full-blown kilt, but he also brought out his 2007 World Series trophy onto the field. After dancing a bit on the mound, he then proceeded to pitch with his hardware sitting behind him.

It's good to see that while Papelbon hasn't appeared in an MLB game since 2016, he's still a showman at heart. He hasn't officially retired yet, either, so maybe one day we'll see him pull a similar stunt during a major league game.

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