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Recently, there was some pretty big news involving a former St. Louis Cardinals fan-favorite. Former Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter announced a little under two weeks ago that he was hanging up his cleats and calling it a career.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Athlon Sports / May 20

Former Cardinals All-Star Not Surprised by Team’s Current Success

One former Cardinal isn't too surprised by the team's current hot streak. Three-time All-Star Matt Carpenter recently joined the 'Foul Territory' podcast and shared his thoughts on his former team's recent success.

Arizona Diamondbacks News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 18

Two-time Gold Glove winner announces retirement

Veteran infielder Kolten Wong announced his retirement from professional baseball earlier on Sunday at his alma mater.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / May 15

The Greatest Moments of Matt Carpenter’s Career

After 14 seasons, three-time MLB All-Star Matt Carpenter is retiring. The 2009 draftee spent 12 seasons with the St. Louis Cardinals, one with the New York Yankees, and one with the San Diego Padres.

MLB News / New Baseball Media / May 15

All Notable MLB Retirements in 2025-26 Season & Offseason

Every year, we’ve become accustomed to say goodbye to baseball players who have been playing for many years. That’s been no different in 2025, as several former stars of Major League Baseball have ended their playing careers.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Field Level Media / May 14

Matt Carpenter, former Cardinals All-Star, retires

Matt Carpenter, a three-time All-Star who played 14 major league seasons, is retiring from baseball. He made the announcement Wednesday on Sports Spectrum's "Get in the Game" podcast hosted by former teammate Scott Linebrink.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / May 19

Three-time All-Star announces retirement from baseball

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MLB News / Empire Sports Media / December 23

Why the Yankees going with a 37-year-old to solve their first base issues

This past weekend the Yankees signed former NL MVP Paul Goldschmidt to a one-year $12.5 million contract, making him their primary first baseman for the 2025 season.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 16

Former Padres Infielder Wants to Return for 15th MLB Season

The St. Louis Cardinals knew this time last year that their young lineup would need one more strong veteran presence in the clubhouse so they called a franchise legend.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / December 11

Beloved Cardinals 3-Time All-Star Pursuing Opportunity For 2025 Season

Will the St. Louis Cardinals bring one of their veterans back to the clubhouse for the 2025 season? St. Louis wanted to add more of a veteran presence to the clubhouse ahead of the 2024 season after the disaster of a 2023 campaign.

St. Louis Cardinals News / Last Word On Sports / November 16

Cardinals Veteran Infielder Open To Playing In 2025

Cardinals veteran infielder Matt Carpenter faces questions concerning the end of his career as he enters free agency. Carpenter, 38, was drafted by St.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / November 6

Cardinals Should Be Open To Reunion With Fan Favorite in 2025

The St. Louis Cardinals missed the postseason after finishing 83-79 in 2024, and now will embark on a rebuild. This means certain players will be traded away.

St. Louis Cardinals News / St. Louis Cardinals on SI / September 23

Blue Jays Called Possible Option To Snatch Beloved Cardinals All-Star

Will the St. Louis Cardinals fan-favorite play baseball in 2025? St. Louis reunited with former All-Star and fan-favorite Matt Carpenter ahead of the 2024 season after three seasons away from the team.

St. Louis Cardinals News / MLB Trade Rumors / September 20

Former three-time All-Star considering 15th MLB season in 2025

Veteran Matt Carpenter is winding down his 14th big league season but isn’t necessarily going to stop there.

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St. Louis Cardinals News / Larry Brown Sports / May 12, 2024

Watch: Matt Carpenter breaks bat in very bizarre fashion

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MLB News / TCU Horned Frogs on SI / January 19, 2024

Matt Carpenter Signs One-Year, $740,000 Deal With Cardinals

Matt Carpenter has signed a one-year $740,000 contract to return to the St. Louis Cardinals in his 14th season in the MLB. The long-time Cardinal is back in St.

MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / January 19, 2024

Cardinals bring back fan favorite player as free agent

A former fan favorite is returning to the St. Louis Cardinals after two seasons playing elsewhere.

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Atlanta Braves News / SportsTalkATL / December 18, 2023

Braves part ways with Matt Carpenter

The Braves completed a trade last Friday with the San Diego Padres, acquiring veteran Matt Carpenter and left-handed pitcher Ray Kerr. But as I said then, while Matt Carpenter is the more well-known name, the move was all about landing another high-powered lefty in Ray Kerr.

San Diego Padres News / San Diego Padres on SI / December 16, 2023

Why Did the Padres Make the Matt Carpenter Trade?

On Friday, the San Diego Padres traded away veteran infielder Matt Carpenter to the Atlanta Braves for an outfielder prospect. San Diego also sent cash to Atlanta in the trade to cover some of his salary, as well as LHP Ray Kerr.

MLB News / MLB Trade Rumors / December 17, 2023