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Padres sign super-utility man Matt Carpenter
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Cardinals sign All-Star infielder Carpenter to two-year extension
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Matt Carpenter forging new role after Nolan Arenado trade
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The 5 biggest questions for the 2021 Cardinals
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Matt Carpenter, Cardinals discussing 6-year, lucrative extension
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Padres Sign Matt Carpenter - MLB Trade Rumors
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Done deal: Arenado traded from Rockies to Cardinals
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Cardinals Extend Matt Carpenter - MLB Trade Rumors
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Matt Carpenter explains why this season is crucial for him