Deion Sanders

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Deion Luwynn Sanders (Neon Deion, Prime Time)

Bats Left, Throws Left
Height 6' 1", Weight 195 lb.
High School: North Fort Myers High School
School Florida State University
Debut May 31, 1989
Final Game June 14, 2001
Born August 9, 1967 in Fort Myers, FL USA

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Deion Sanders has had success in both major league baseball and in the NFL. As a major leaguer, he played 9 seasons, with his peak in 1992 when he hit .304 and led the league in triples. In the 1992 World Series, he hit .533.

Sanders was signed as a 30th round pick in the 1988 amateur draft by the New York Yankees and scout Bob Hartsfield. Deion was also second in the league in stolen bases twice, with a high of 56 steals in 1997.

Expected to retire from the NFL before the 2006 season. Played for the Falcons, 49ers, Cowboys, Redskins, and Ravens. Had 53 career interceptions (19th all time).