Robert George Deer

Positions: Rightfielder and First Baseman
Bats: Right, Throws: Right
Height: 6' 3", Weight: 210 lb.

Born: September 29, 1960 in Orange, CA
High School: Canyon HS (Anaheim, CA)
Drafted by the San Francisco Giants in the 4th round of the 1978 amateur draft. (All Transactions)
Debut: September 4, 1984 (Age 23)   vs. CIN 1 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
Teams (by GP): Brewers/Tigers/Giants/RedSox/Padres 1984-1996

Final Game: August 5, 1996 (Age 35)   vs. STL 0 AB, 0 H, 0 HR, 0 RBI, 0 SB
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