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Pitcher RJ Petit Returns to Tigers After Rule 5 Draft Departure

Pitcher RJ Petit Returns to Tigers After Rule 5 Draft Departure
World Sports · 11:30:30 - Thursday, 5 November 2026

Detroit Tigers pitcher RJ Petit has rejoined the organization one year after being selected in the Rule 5 draft, according to a report from The Detroit News on Tuesday.

Petit, a right-handed pitcher, was taken by another club in the Rule 5 draft last offseason but has now returned to the Tigers' system. The transaction adds depth to Detroit's pitching prospects as they prepare for the upcoming season.

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