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New York Post
14-05-2025
- Sport
- New York Post
Former Cardinals, Yankees star Matt Carpenter retires after 14 MLB seasons
Matt Carpenter is calling it a career after 14 seasons in the big leagues. Carpenter, a three-time All-Star who spent 12 seasons with the Cardinals, announced his retirement on Sports Spectrum's 'Get in the Game' podcast with former teammate Scott Linebrink. The infielder went unsigned this offseason. 3 Matt Carpenter primarily played for the Cardinals. AP 'I was very fortunate to play for some great organizations and had quite a thrill being able to don the St. Louis Cardinals logo for many years,' Carpenter said. 'A brief stint with the New York Yankees and also the San Diego Padres. I could thank a lot of people and I will, but I think I've got to start with my family. 'My wife, Mackenzie. Anyone who's played professional baseball knows it takes a really strong woman at home to get through what that life looks like and she was the rock in our household that was able for me to go out and play the game I love for so long. … And then, obviously, my parents.' Carpenter finishes a two-time Silver Slugger who led the National League in hits in 2013 while hitting .318 and scoring 126 runs. He was a key contributor to that Cardinals team, which won the National League pennant before losing to the Boston Red Sox in the Fall Classic. Carpenter left the Cardinals after a nightmare 2021 season that saw him hit .176 and signed with the Texas Rangers that offseason, but did not make the team out of camp. When he opted out of his contract with the Rangers, Carpenter signed with the Yankees in May 2022 and went on a wild heater as his MLB career was rejuvenated. 3 Matt Carpenter with the Yankees in 2022. for the NY POST The lefty-hitting Carpenter hit .305 with 15 home runs, 37 RBIs, and a 1.138 OPS, the best in all of baseball with a minimum of 150 plate appearances. He produced a phenomenal 2.4 WAR in just 47 games, his best mark since 2018. 3 Matt Carpenter in the 2012 playoffs. REUTERS The mustache-rocking sensation set a Yankee record as the first player to hit six home runs in his first 10 games with the team. A foot fracture prevented him from producing even further before he returned for the playoffs, where he went 1-for-12 spanning the ALDS and ALCS. Carpenter translated his Yankees success into a one-year deal with the Padres, but he hit just .176 with a .641 OPS spanning 76 games. He spent his final season in 2024 with the Cardinals, hitting .234 with a .686 OPS. For his career, Carpenter slashed .259/.366/.449/.814 with 179 homers in 1,511 games. 'I'm excited for what's next and getting to spend some much-needed quality time with my wife and kids on a more consistent basis now that you put the cleats up,' Carpenter said. 'It's exciting stuff.'
Newsweek
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Newsweek
Former Cardinals All-Star Matt Carpenter Announces Retirement From Baseball
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Former St. Louis Cardinals infielder Matt Carpenter announced his retirement on Sports Spectrum's "Get in the Game" podcast Wednesday morning. Carpenter said the decision was easy, and he wanted to spend more time with his family as he has two young children. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JUNE 23: Matt Carpenter #13 of the St. Louis Cardinals bats against the San Francisco Giants at Busch Stadium on June 23, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri. ST LOUIS, MISSOURI - JUNE 23: Matt Carpenter #13 of the St. Louis Cardinals bats against the San Francisco Giants at Busch Stadium on June 23, 2024 in St Louis, Missouri. Photo byCarpenter was drafted in the 13th round of the 2009 MLB draft by the Cardinals and would spend the first 11 years of his career with the franchise, including three All-Star appearances and a Silver Slugger. Carpenter would leave the Cardinals for two seasons following a disappointing 2021 season. His first stop was with the New York Yankees, where he would bounce back in only 47 games with in the Bronx. Carpenter would sign with the San Diego Padres following his short stint in New York but was unable to continue building a late-career revival, hitting only five home runs and batting .176 with the Padres. Carpenter would return to St. Louis for his final season, playing the part of a role player in the dugout and locker room more than an on-field factor. Carpenter entered the offseason with the desire to continue his playing career, but after going unsigned, the former All-Star told "Get in the Game" that he would resort to prayer and reflection before making his decision on Wednesday. Carpenter gave the Cardinals many great moments, including a three-run base-clearing double off future Hall of Famer Clayton Kershaw in the 2014 NLDS, rallying the Cardinals to victory and knocking Kershaw out of the game. Carpenter is a Cardinals legend in the hearts of St. Louis fans and despite the decline late in his career, Carpenter will be remembered by the historic franchise. Carpenter's next chapter in baseball is unclear but for now he told the podcast wants to return home and be with his family. More MLB: 'Different Vibe': Could Cardinals Become Buyers At Trade Deadline After Hot Streak?
Time of India
14-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Time of India
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. Also Read: Pete Alonso's performance sends strong message about his Mets legacy
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Cardinals standout Matt Carpenter announces retirement from MLB after 14 seasons
St. Louis Cardinals great Matt Carpenter is retiring from baseball after 14 seasons. The Cardinals confirmed the news, thanking Carpenter for his contributions to the franchise. Carpenter made the announcement during a podcast appearance with former teammate Scott Linebrink. Three-time @MLB All-Star Matt Carpenter just announced his retirement on Sports Spectrum's Get in the Game podcast with former teammate Scott Linebrink."I had quite a thrill being able to don the St. Louis Cardinals logo for many years." - @MattCarp13 — Sports Spectrum (@Sports_Spectrum) May 14, 2025 Carpenter spent 14 seasons in the majors, 12 of which came with the Cardinals. After being drafted by the team in the 13th round of the 2009 MLB Draft, Carpenter reached the majors in 2011, getting just 19 plate appearances. At 25, he was considered old for a player making his major-league debut. Expectations for Carpenter's career were muted due to his age and minor-league production. He opened the 2012 season with the club and proceeded to prove all the doubters wrong, hitting .296/.365/.463 as a rookie, earning him a sixth-place finish in the National League Rookie of the Year voting. He followed that up with his best year in the majors. Carpenter hit .318/.392/.481 in 2013. That performance netted Carpenter his first of three All-Star appearances. He finished fourth in MVP voting that season. From 2012-18, Carpenter was a mainstay in the Cardinals' lineup. He hit .275/.377/.471 over that period, good for a 131 OPS+. He was a true utility man, playing nearly every infield position and even appearing in the outfield early in his career. Carpenter's numbers dropped in his final three years in St. Louis, prompting him to leave the franchise after the 2021 season. He joined the New York Yankees on a one-year deal and experienced a resurgence in a part-time role, hitting .305/.412/.727 over 154 plate appearances. He spent the 2023 season with the San Diego Padres, though failed to build on his Yankees success. To finish out his career, Carpenter signed a one-year deal to return to the Cardinals in 2024. He hit .234/.314/.372 in his final season. Carpenter, 39, said he was open to continuing his playing career last September. No job materialized, leading to Carpenter's retirement Wednesday. Carpenter leaves the game as one of the biggest development wins in recent Cardinals memory. Carpenter was always an underdog and never appeared on top prospect lists. Despite that, he turned in a strong major-league career, one that saw him receive MVP votes in two separate seasons and take home one Silver Slugger award. Carpenter will go down as one of the Cardinals' best players of his era, a grinder who defied the odds and exceeded all expectations in the majors.
Reuters
14-05-2025
- Sport
- Reuters
Matt Carpenter, former Cardinals All-Star, retires
May 14 - 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. Carpenter, an infielder, was selected by the Cardinals in the 13th round of the 2009 MLB Draft out of TCU. He spent his first 11 seasons with St. Louis (2011-21), followed by single seasons with the New York Yankees in 2022 and San Diego Padres in 2023. He made one final stop with the Cardinals, appearing in 59 games in 2024. "I had quite a thrill being able to don the St. Louis Cardinals logo for many years," Carpenter, 39, told Linebrink on Wednesday. The Cardinals sent appreciation to their longtime player on social media. "Congratulations on a great career, Matt! Whether it was on the field or in the community, you represented our city with class." Carpenter, a native Texan, had his best season in 2013, when he batted .318 and also led the majors in runs (126), hits (199) and doubles (55). With the Cardinals, Carpenter has a career average of .261 with 159 home runs and 591 RBIs to go with 767 runs and 1,185 hits in 1,388 career games. Overall, he retires with a career .259 average, 179 home runs and 659 RBIs in 1,511 games. --Field Level Media
