Three-Time All-Star And Former Cardinals Fan Favorite Announces MLB Retirement
Former St. Louis Cardinals star and three-time All-Star Matt Carpenter has recently announced his retirement from Major League Baseball. Carpenter was a free agent during the 2024 offseason, hoping to find himself on a team this year.
However, things didn’t go well for the star as teams did not approach him with a significant contract. Carpenter took to social media to announce his retirement. The slugger was primarily known for his stint in St. Louis.
Carpenter appeared on the Sports Spectrum podcast and announced his retirement.
“I wanted to take this opportunity on this podcast and officially announce my retirement from the game of baseball. Was very fortunate enough to play for some great organizations. I had quite a thrill being able to don the St. Louis Cardinals logo for many years. A brief stint with the New York Yankees and also the San Diego Padres,” Carpenter said.
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.
— Sports Spectrum (@Sports_Spectrum) May 14, 2025
"I had quite a thrill being able to don the St. Louis Cardinals logo for many years." – @MattCarp13 pic.twitter.com/wDLxUYmVA7
The former star thanked his family for their constant support. He mentioned that he’s excited to see what’s next and spend some quality time with his wife and kids.
Matt Carpenter Was One Of The Longest-Tenured Cardinals Of His Era
Carpenter started his career in 2011 with the Cardinals and played for 11 years with the team. The slugger was then traded to the New York Yankees and the San Diego Padres. Despite becoming a fan favorite with the Yankees and the Padres, it was in St. Louis that he built most of his memorable moments.
The Cardinals brought back Matt Carpenter to their team in 2024 for one last ride. Carpenter’s performance was limited as he hit only four home runs in 59 at-bats. Injuries had gotten the better of the talented slugger.
In 2018, he hit a career-high of 36 home runs with the Cardinals. Sadly, he was unable to find a team in 2025. The slugger remained a free agent for a while but decided to call it a day. Matt Carpenter was undoubtedly one of the longest-tenured players of his era to play in St. Louis.
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Three-Time All-Star And Former Cardinals Fan Favorite Announces MLB Retirement
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