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Why not give the 'other' Carpenter a shot at 3B?
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2017: Good Riddance.. (part II)
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How Matt Carpenter Became the National League's Hottest Hitter - Viva El Birdos
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Yadier Molina's Strong Start Seems Meaningful
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Just How Good Is St. Louis Cardinals Second Baseman Matt Carpenter? Really Good. - Viva El Birdos
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Cards prep Carpenter for utility role
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The Strangest Plate Appearance of 2018 - Viva El Birdos
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