"Petit, 26, was the top pick in the most recent Rule 5 draft. The Tigers left him unprotected even though he had just finished a strong 2025 season."
"He tossed 66 1/3 innings between Double-A and Triple-A with a 2.44 earned run average, 29.5% strikeout rate, 8.2% walk rate and 42.1% ground ball rate."
"If the Rockies want to keep Petit, they would have to keep him on the roster throughout the 2026-27 offseason."
Rockies right-hander Petit underwent Tommy John surgery with an internal brace and will miss the entire 2026 season and likely part of 2027. The 26-year-old was the top pick in the recent Rule 5 draft after a strong 2025 season. He had a 2.44 ERA and a 29.5% strikeout rate. Petit suffered a sprain of his ulnar collateral ligament, leading to the decision for surgery. He will be placed on the 60-day injured list and will earn big league pay during his recovery.
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