It’s been a slow start to the season for the St. Louis Cardinals. They’re currently ranked last in the National League Central while being eight games back. But the franchise finally received some good news on Saturday, as it sounds like Matt Carpenter is making a return from injury.
The veteran infielder is officially being activated from the injured list, according to Lynn Worthy of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch. It sounds like Matt Carpenter will return to the lineup sooner, rather than later.
“The Cardinals activated INF Matt Carpenter from the injured list. INF José Fermín has been optioned to Memphis.”
With that said Carpenter will be back for Saturday’s game against the Milwaukee Brewers. It’s not clear where he’ll be batting in the order but the Cardinals will have a nice boost to their offensive production, which is much needed. Before falling to injury, Matt Carpenter played in just three games and recorded a .300 batting average and one run. Hopefully, he returns in full force and helps St. Louis get back in the win column.
This team was a long shot to be a playoff contender anyway but it’ll be nice having a veteran presence back in the lineup. The Cardinals still need plenty of help on the roster but Matt Carpenter should be given a warm welcome on Saturday.
