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Chris Carpenter | Starting Pitcher

Team: St Louis Cardinals
Age / DOB:  (38) / 4/27/1975
Ht / Wt:  6'6' / 230
Bats / Throws: Right / Right
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CBS Sports' Scott Miller reports that the Cardinals are hoping that Chris Carpenter (shoulder, neck) is able to join the starting rotation in late June or early July.
Carpenter was originally considered unlikely to pitch this season due to a lingering nerve condition in his shoulder and neck. However, he has been encouraged by his throwing program and has suddenly progressed from an option for the bullpen to the starting rotation. The 38-year-old has already stretched himself out to 80 pitches and could begin facing live hitters next week if all goes well. The Cardinals aren't counting on anything, but his unexpected return would provide a major boost for a club which will likely be missing Jaime Garcia (shoulder) for a while. May 22 - 12:15 PM
Source: CBSSports.com

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Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Rick Hummel of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports Chris Carpenter is conditioning himself to be a starter.

When it was initially revealed that Carpenter was going to attempt a comeback this season, the general assumption was that he would be aiming to join the St. Louis bullpen. But the veteran right-hander is stretching himself out in case a spot opens up in the Cardinals' starting rotation. The remarkable story continues.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
May 16 - 10:40 AM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter (shoulder/neck) had another successful bullpen session on Wednesday.

Carpenter will throw again Saturday, next Monday and next Thursday before the next step is determined. It's possible he'll be ready for a rehab assignment at that time. Things are moving in a positive direction for the veteran right-hander, but he still has a ways to go.
Source: Brian Stull on Twitter
May 15 - 6:15 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter said Sunday that he was given a cortisone shot in his right hip a couple of weeks ago.

The time off from pitching this spring has allowed Carpenter to heal other various lingering ailments, specifically hip and back issues. His shoulder is feeling especially strong and he is now aiming to return to the Cardinals sometime in late June or early July after initially being ruled out for the entire 2013 campaign.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
May 13 - 12:50 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter (shoulder) threw over 70 pitches during a bullpen session Friday at Busch Stadium.

Carpenter threw fastballs and even mixed in a few breaking balls. It wasn't too long ago that it appeared his career was over, but he has hopes of joining the Cardinals' bullpen before the All-Star break.
Source: Derrick Goold on Twitter
May 10 - 6:56 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

The St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports that the Cardinals are hoping Chris Carpenter (shoulder) will be able to rejoin the team as a reliever at some point later this season.

Carpenter, currently on the 60-day DL, is still far from guaranteed to be healthy enough to contribute this year, but GM John Mozeliak thinks that a late June or early July return is possible. The 38-year-old right-hander recently resumed a throwing program, and will continue to rehab with the hope of returning in a bullpen role. Carpenter has appeared in just 18 games in relief during his 16-year career. He'll need to avoid setbacks to have any chance of pitching in 2013.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
May 4 - 2:16 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter (shoulder) told reporters on a visit to Cardinals camp Monday that he's unlikely to pitch again.

"I do (want to keep playing)," Carpenter said. "I don't think I can." The 38-year-old right-hander was placed on the 60-day disabled list in February with nerve irritation in his shoulder and has already been ruled out for the entire 2013 season. But he won't announce his retirement yet so he can get the final $12.5 million that is owed to him.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Mar 18 - 1:40 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Cardinals placed RHP Chris Carpenter on the 60-day disabled list due to continued irritation in his cervical spine and right shoulder.

The move clears a spot on the 40-man roster. Carpenter still hasn't given up hope of returning, but it's highly unlikely he'll contribute this season. The soon-to-be 38-year-old is owed $12.5 million in 2013.
Feb 22 - 4:11 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter (shoulder, neck) said during a press conference Monday that has not ruled out pitching at some point in 2013.

"We'll just have to see what happens through time," Carpenter said. "I have to make sure... my arm is healthy." Carpenter continues to work out, but he's not throwing and made it clear that there's no way he could do so as he currently feels. The veteran right-hander will get checked out by the Cardinals' team doctor once the club returns to St. Louis before determining the next step. He said he will not undergo another surgery. While the door isn't closed for Carpenter to pitch in 2013, it's not a likely proposition.
Source: Jenifer Langosch on Twitter
Feb 11 - 12:17 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Cardinals general manager John Mozeliak said Tuesday that Chris Carpenter is still feeling discomfort in his arm and is "very unlikely" to pitch in 2013.

The determination was made after Carpenter recently felt the same symptoms that he dealt with prior to undergoing thoracic outlet syndrome surgery last year. The 37-year-old will seek medical attention, so he isn't quite ready to announce his retirement, but it's very possible that he has thrown his last pitch in the big leagues. Mozeliak said that Carpenter will likely be placed on the disabled list, so Carpenter will still get his $12.5 million salary in 2013. Shelby Miller is likely the favorite to fill his spot in the rotation and gets a healthy boost in potential fantasy value, though Joe Kelly and Trevor Rosenthal could also be considered. It's worth noting that Kyle Lohse remains a free agent.
Related: Shelby Miller, Joe Kelly, Trevor Rosenthal
Source: B.J. Rains on Twitter
Feb 5 - 2:36 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

According to the St. Louis Post-Dispatch, Chris Carpenter is considering retirement and is expected to address his future at a press conference on Tuesday.

Carpenter was limited to three regular season starts and three postseason starts last season following surgery for thoracic outlet syndrome, but he said last month that he was feeling good. It's possible that he has encountered a setback since. Losing Carpenter would be a big blow for the Cardinals, but they could turn to some of their young arms or reach out to free agent right-hander Kyle Lohse. Carpenter is under contract for $12.5 million in 2013, so he would surrender his salary if he opts for retirement.
Source: St. Louis Post-Dispatch
Feb 5 - 2:23 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter stated Saturday that his throwing is going well, his shoulder is strong, and that he's anxious about testing his arm during spring training.

Carpenter noted that he's had a normal offseason up to this point. It's important to note, however, that the veteran right-hander felt fully healthy heading into the 2012 season before the shoulder issues initially arose. If healthy, he'll represent a tremendous value in the middle rounds of fantasy drafts this season, but there is certainly a high risk of re-injury.
Source: Cardinals.MLB.com
Jan 19 - 7:49 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter allowed five runs (two earned) on six hits over four innings in Sunday's NLCS Game 6 loss to the Giants.

Carpenter had the exact same line in his Game 2 start. Of his 76 pitches, just 48 were for strikes, and he noticeably struggled with his command throughout. MLB.com's Anthony Castrovince noted that Carpenter "looked like a guy who had major surgery three months ago." The Cardinals will attempt to reclaim the NL pennant behind Kyle Lohse in Game 7 on Monday.
Sun, Oct 21, 2012 10:50:00 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Chris Carpenter wasn't too sharp in Monday's NLCS Game 2 loss to the Giants, allowing five runs -- two earned -- over four innings.

He was pretty unlucky during the Giants' decisive four-run fourth, as the Giants only hit one ball hard all inning, but the veteran righty wasn't hitting his spots most of the night. Carpenter pitched well in his three regular season starts and in D.C. last week, but tonight was definitely a step back. He's in line to pitch Game 6, if necessary.
Mon, Oct 15, 2012 11:42:00 PM
Chris Carpenter - S - Cardinals

Cardinals manager Mike Matheny announced on Friday that Chris Carpenter will not be available out of the bullpen for Friday's critical Game 5 against the Nationals.

Carpenter tossed 5 2/3 innings of shutout ball in Wednesday's Game 3 victory, but with his injury history there was no way he was going to be considered on such short rest. Should the Cardinals survive and advance, Carpenter would likely start in Game 2 of the NLCS.
Source: Adam Kilgore on Twitter
Fri, Oct 12, 2012 07:06:00 PM

Depth Charts

Batters
PosRoleName
C1Yadier Molina
2Tony Cruz
1B1Allen Craig
2Matt Adams
2B1Matt Carpenter
2Daniel Descalso
SS1Pete Kozma
2Rafael Furcal
3B1David Freese
2Ty Wigginton
LF1Matt Holliday
CF1Jon Jay
2Shane Robinson
RF1Carlos Beltran
Starting Pitcher
PosRoleName
S1Adam Wainwright
2Jaime Garcia
3Jake Westbrook
4Lance Lynn
5Shelby Miller
6Chris Carpenter
7John Gast
8Tyler Lyons
Relief Pitcher
PosRoleName
R1Edward Mujica
2Trevor Rosenthal
3Randy Choate
4Carlos Martinez
5Joe Kelly
6Fernando Salas
7Seth Maness
8Mitchell Boggs
9Jason Motte