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Tigers pitcher RJ Petit returns after Rule 5 draft departure

Tigers pitcher RJ Petit returns after Rule 5 draft departure
World Sports · 10:38:43 - Monday, 9 November 2026

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

The right-hander was originally taken in the Rule 5 draft but has now rejoined the Tigers' system. The move was reported by Chris McCosky of the Detroit News on November 3, 2026.

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