"Petit was the top pick in this December's Rule 5 Draft. The Rockies plucked the towering 6'8" righty from the Tigers system after Detroit left him unprotected despite a strong minor league track record. In 66 1/3 innings between Double-A and Triple-A this past season, Petit notched a 2.44 earned run average with a hefty 29.5% strikeout rate against a nice 8.2% walk rate."
"Every case is different, of course, but the majority of UCL sprains result in surgery, be it an internal brace to stabilize/strengthen the existing ligament or a full UCL reconstruction (Tommy John surgery). The Rockies have not yet said whether surgery is an option for Petit."
"If the Rockies want to hang onto Petit, they're able to do so. He can be placed on the 60-day injured list and spend the entire season there if need be - so long as the team is willing to give him major league service time and pay for that IL time. In that scenario, Petit's Rule 5 designation would carry over into the 2027 season."
Rockies right-hander Petit, the top Rule 5 Draft pick acquired from Detroit, has been diagnosed with a sprained ulnar collateral ligament in his right elbow. Most UCL sprains require surgery, either internal bracing or Tommy John reconstruction, though the Rockies haven't determined Petit's surgical path yet. The 6'8" pitcher impressed in the minors with a 2.44 ERA and 29.5% strikeout rate across 66.1 innings. He throws 95 mph and was expected to compete for a bullpen spot. The Rockies can retain him on the 60-day injured list for the entire season while maintaining his Rule 5 status, though this prevents minor league options until he completes 90 active roster days.
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