Cardinals bring back former All-Star on a one-year deal
He’s struggled in recent years, but could challenge for a roster spot as a left-handed bat off the bench.
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He’s struggled in recent years, but could challenge for a roster spot as a left-handed bat off the bench.
Matt Carpenter is returning to the St. Louis Cardinals, agreeing Friday to a one-year contract with his team from 2011-21. "When you think of players that helped shape our success in the 2000s, Matt Carpenter’s name is one that is synonymous with winning,” Cardinals president of Baseball Operations John Mozeliak said in a statement. “Matt showed from the very beginning of his career how hard work and determination can lead to success, and we are excited to have his leadership and experience back in a Cardinals uniform.”
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The last time Matt Carpenter spent a chunk of his offseason working with former Cardinals teammate Matt Holliday, the lefty slugger breathed life back into his MLB career by hitting 15 home runs in 47 games with the Yankees in 2022. With Carpenter once again working with Holliday this winter
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