Former Silver Slugger awardee Matt Carpenter announces his retirement from baseball
Former Silver Slugger awardee Matt Carpenter announces his retirement from baseball (Image Source: Getty)
Matt Carpenter, the legendary Cardinals' hitter, announced his retirement from baseball. The announcement came as a shock to many fans. While some are congratulating him and wishing him a happy retirement, others are remembering his famous knock-offs during his MLB career.
Matt Carpenter announces retirement from baseball
The former 3-time All-Star player, Matt Carpenter, finally announces his retirement from baseball. He made it official during the
'Get in the Game'
podcast, which is hosted by former teammate Scott Linebrink.
Carpenter has been one of the most amazing players in the history of the
St. Louis Cardinals
. He joined the Cardinals in 2011 and stayed with them till 2021. He went on to play for the New York Yankees and San Diego Padres for one season each in 2022 and 2023, before returning to the Cardinals for the 2024 season.
Till date, Carpenter has played 14 MLB seasons, made 199 home runs, scored 126 runs, and 55 doubles. Apart from that, Matt has appeared in seven playoffs, and led his team to victory many times.
Fans reacting to Matt Carpenter's retirement
After Matt Carpenter officially announced his retirement, his fans went on to praise the player for his contribution to the game and started posting about the player's best on-field moments. One fan tweeted,
'Carpenter's bat defined grit and grind — that 2013 season was pure magic. From leadoff spark to clubhouse vet, he left it all on the field. A career built on hustle, heart, and unforgettable doubles.'
His 2013 performance is widely remembered, which earned Carpenter his first and only Silver Slugger award, along with an NL All-Star title. He proceeded to achieve the All-Star title for two more times, once in 2014 and then in 2016.
However, it was not just Cardinals' fans who praised Carpenter, many Yankees fans also went on to congratulate the player on his retirement.
One fan went on to say,
'That Yankee run was so fun to watch,'
referring to his 2022 performance with the Yankees.
Though Carpenter has retired, he will still remain a fan favorite of the Cardinals. His contribution to the game, his on-field performance, and his phenomenal bat play will always be cherished.
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