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Rays players sing Usher's 'Nice & Slow'

Found June 16, 2012 on Sweater Punch: Yardbarker Blogger Network
PLAYERS: Elliot Johnson,  BJ Upton
TEAMS: Tampa Bay Rays

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Now baby tell what you wanna do with me?

Tampa Bay Rays players Elliot Johnson and BJ Upton showed the ladies what’s up with their pitchy rendition of Usher’s “Nice and Slow” at Thursdays conclusion of the Rays on the Runway fundraiser. This classic R&B performance sent the fans at the annual fashion show charity event into uproar of excitement. Also make sure to check out this photo gallery of players strutting their stuff on the runway sporting this seasons hottest fashion trends.

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