The Detroit Tigers have regained right-handed reliever RJ Petit after initially losing him in the Rule 5 draft. Petit, who pitched for the Double-A Erie SeaWolves during the 2025 season, returns to the organization. The move was reported by Jeff Seidel of the Detroit Free Press on November 3, 2026.
Detroit Tigers Reacquire Pitcher RJ Petit After Rule 5 Draft Loss



