Skip to main content

Matt Carpenter's improbable path to becoming an All-Star talent

Matt Carpenter, once the 399th pick in the 2009 draft, is currently second in the NL in runs scored (56).

Matt Carpenter, once the 399th pick in the 2009 draft, is currently second in the NL in runs scored (56).

JAFFE: Matt Carpenter among top position players flying under the radar

© 2024 ABG-SI LLC. SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. All betting content is intended for an audience ages 21+. All advice, including picks and predictions, is based on individual commentators’ opinions and not that of Minute Media or its related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. For more information, please read our Legal Disclaimer. Gambling content intended for 21+. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.