Keats Randall Petree (born November 22, 1999) is an American professional baseball pitcher in the Texas Rangers organization. He was drafted by the Rangers in the 9th round of the 2021 Major League Baseball draft.
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Early Life and College Career
Petree was born in Springfield, Missouri, and attended Glendale High School in his hometown. After high school, he enrolled at the University of Missouri (Mizzou), where he played college baseball for the Missouri Tigers. As a pitcher for Mizzou, Petree developed his skills, becoming a notable prospect during his collegiate career.
Professional Career
Petree's performance at the University of Missouri attracted the attention of Major League Baseball scouts. In the 2021 MLB draft, he was selected by the Texas Rangers in the 9th round, as the 277th overall pick. He signed with the Rangers and began his professional career within their minor league system.
Since joining the Rangers organization, Petree has steadily progressed through their minor league affiliates. He has played for teams such as the Arizona Complex League Rangers, the Down East Wood Ducks (Low-A), the Hickory Crawdads (High-A), and the Frisco RoughRiders (Double-A). As of 2024, Petree continues to develop his pitching skills in the Rangers' minor league system, working towards a potential Major League debut.
References
- Baseball-Reference.com (Minors & Independent Leagues)
- MLB.com (Player Profiles)
- University of Missouri Athletics (Baseball Archives)