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Tigers Prospect Bryce Rainer Undergoes Season-Ending Shoulder Surgery

Recovery through the remainder of 2025 includes an immediate rehab program in preparation for 2026 spring training

Detroit Tigers prospect Bryce Rainer watches practice during spring training at TigerTown in Lakeland on Friday, Feb. 20, 2025.

Overview

  • Rainer dislocated his right shoulder diving back into first base on a pickoff attempt for Class-A Lakeland on June 3
  • The 19-year-old prospect underwent season-ending surgery on June 7 after consulting multiple specialists
  • Detroit’s No. 3 prospect and last year’s 11th overall draft pick was rated No. 44 overall by MLB Pipeline
  • In 35 games this season, he batted .288 with five home runs, 22 RBIs, nine stolen bases, 20 walks and 33 strikeouts
  • He is expected to resume baseball activities at spring training in 2026 following a structured offseason rehabilitation program