Matt Carpenter

Matt Carpenter is back in the lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Los Angeles Angels Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter returns after receiving Tuesday off, batting leadoff and occupying the designated hitter spot against the Angels Wednesday.

Matt Carpenter went 1-for-5 with two RBI in the Cardinals' 10-5 win over the Angels.

Fantasy Impact

Despite a modest hit count, Carpenter's contribution was timely, driving in a pair of runs that padded the team's lead. His performance this season has been solid, maintaining a .304 batting average through six games, which is commendable given his limited appearances. His ability to drive in runs when needed keeps him relevant in deeper leagues or as a bench option in daily formats.

Matt Carpenter (oblique) is back in the lineup for the St. Louis Cardinals against the Milwaukee Brewers Saturday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter returns after being activated from the injured list earlier in the day, occupying the designated hitter spot and batting seventh for manager Oliver Marmol against the Brewers Saturday.

Matt Carpenter (oblique) could remain with Triple-A Memphis through the weekend, per manager Oliver Marmol.

Fantasy Impact

The Cardinals are looking for Carpenter to get a few more games in after missing two early in his rehab assignment due to rainouts. He will likely be activated from the injured list next week.

Matt Carpenter (oblique) will continue his rehab assignment with Triple-A Memphis on Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter began a rehab assignment on Friday with Double-A Springfield. He should have a timeline for a potential return assigned to him soon.