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Matt Carpenter explains why this season is crucial for him
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Ranking the top 5 extension candidates for the Cardinals this offseason
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Cardinals, Matt Carpenter agree to six-year, $52 million deal
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Cardinals Sign Yadier Molina To One-Year Extension - MLB Trade Rumors
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Report: former Cardinal Matt Carpenter signing with Rangers
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Matt Carpenter's slam in 11th lifts Cardinals over Blue Jays
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Carpenter, Cards close to finalizing six-year deal
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Gordo: Cardinals must spend assets wisely to realize special potential
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Cardinals sign Paul DeJong to 6-year extension - MLB Daily Dish
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Carpenter agrees to 6-year extension with Cardinals
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Matt Carpenter's Value to Cardinals Lineup Makes $52M Extension a No-Brainer, News, Scores, Highlights, Stats, and Rumors