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Jun 30 2025Carpenter, who exited Sunday's 3-0 win over the Twins in the fifth inning due to right hamstring tightness, is slated to undergo an MRI on Monday, MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter first experienced tightness in his hamstring while playing right field earlier in the contest, then aggravated the injury while legging out an RBI triple in the bottom of the fifth. The Tigers are labeling Carpenter as day-to-day and don't believe his injury is significant, but the upcoming MRI will shed more light on the severity of the hamstring issue. If Carpenter requires a stint on the injured list, Matt Vierling and Zach McKinstry would likely be the main beneficiaries from a playing-time perspective.
Jun 29 2025Carpenter left in the fifth inning of Sunday's game against the Twins due to a right hamstring injury, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter logged an RBI triple in the fifth, but he appeared to tweak his hamstring out of the batter's box in the process, causing Wenceel Perez to enter the game as a pinch runner. The Tigers should have an update on Carpenter's injury status during or shortly after Sunday's game once he undergoes further tests. He went 2-for-3 with a solo home run prior to his exit.
Jun 26 2025Carpenter is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter and fellow left-handed hitter Colt Keith will remain on the bench for the second straight day while the Athletics send another left-handed starter (Jeffrey Springs) to the mound for the series finale. With Carpenter and Keith sitting, the Tigers will use Jahmai Jones at designated hitter, Spencer Torkelson at first base and Zach McKinstry at third base.
Jun 24 2025Carpenter went 1-for-3 with a two-run home run in Tuesday's 11-4 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter wasted no time recording his 14th home run of the season, going deep three batters into the contest. The outfielder had been mired in a slump before Tuesday, going 2-for-33 with 11 strikeouts in 11 games since a three-hit effort back on June 8. Carpenter will need to string together a few more good performances to truly put the slump behind him, but he has the talent to heat up quickly.
Jun 15 2025Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Reds. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter started the last the time the Tigers faced a southpaw, though Keegan Akin was merely used as an opener by the O's on Thursday ahead of bulk reliever Dean Kremer. The Reds are sending a more traditional lefty starter to the hill Sunday in Wade Miley, so Carpenter will give up his spot in right field to Wenceel Perez. Carpenter is slashing just .194/.189/.389 in 37 plate appearances versus left-handed pitching this season.
Jun 12 2025Carpenter is starting in right field and batting fifth in Thursday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter often hits the bench against lefties, but southpaw Keegan Akin is serving as an opener for Baltimore and only expected to cover an inning or two. When he departs, righty Dean Kremer is expected to be the bulk pitcher, and Carpenter has an .826 OPS against righties compared to a .594 mark against lefties this season.
Jun 8 2025Carpenter went 3-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored in Sunday's 4-0 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After being scratched from Wednesday's lineup due to hamstring tightness, Carpenter has managed to play the last four days, with Sunday's effort his most productive performance during the stretch. The outfielder has been a reliable fantasy contributor all season with a .274 batting average, .808 OPS, 13 home runs, 27 RBI and 36 runs scored across 62 games. Carpenter could post career-high stats in a number of categories this year if he stays healthy the rest of the way.
Jun 5 2025Carpenter (hamstring) will start at designated hitter and bat third in Thursday's game versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was scratched from the lineup Wednesday with a right hamstring issue that had been bothering him for a few days. He appeared in the Tigers' 5-4 win as a pinch hitter, however, and the Tigers feel comfortable enough with his health to have him handle a non-defensive role in Thursday's series finale.
Jun 4 2025Carpenter was scratched from the Tigers' lineup against the White Sox on Wednesday due to right hamstring tightness. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's unclear when Carpenter tweaked his hamstring, but it's severe enough for the 27-year-old to be taken out of the starting lineup Wednesday. The outfielder will be available to pinch hit, per Chris McCosky of The Detroit News. Wenceel Perez will start in right field and bat fifth.
Jun 2 2025Carpenter went 3-for-5 with three home runs and five RBI in Monday's 13-1 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was far from the only Detroit player to have a big night, though he still stole the show. The outfielder produced his second multi-homer game of the season and his first career game with three long balls. Carpenter had been slumping a bit, as he came into the contest with no home runs and a .188 batting average over his previous nine games, but he quickly put that behind him with the huge effort. Carpenter now has 13 homers for the year, and he's starting to close in on his career best of 20, which he recorded back in 2023.
Jun 1 2025Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After starting each of the last five games, Carpenter will hit the bench against lefty Kris Bubic. Justyn-Henry Malloy will take Carpenter's spot in the lineup, manning right field while batting leadoff.
May 25 2025Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has a .176/.171/.382 slash line over 35 plate appearances against left-handed pitching this season, so the Tigers will limit his exposure to southpaws now that the roster is beginning to get healthier. Matt Vierling returned from the IL on Friday, while Parker Meadows (arm) and Wenceel Perez (back) won't be far behind him. With southpaw Logan Allen on the bump for Cleveland on Sunday, Justyn-Henry Malloy will replace Carpenter in the lineup, manning right field while batting sixth.
May 21 2025Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Tuesday's win over the Cardinals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter led off the game with a solo blast off Erick Fedde for his 10th home run of the season. The home run was only his second extra-base hit in his last eight games and was his first RBI since he last homered May 10. Carpenter's hitting .283 for the season but that's accompanied by a .310 on-base percentage largely in part because he's only walked five times in 174 plate appearances thus far.
May 10 2025Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a solo home run, a triple, and an additional run scored in Saturday's 10-3 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter homered to lead off the first inning and fell a double shy of the cycle. Over his past 10 games, the 27-year-old has tallied four multi-hit efforts with six extra-base hits, eight RBI and nine runs scored. On the season, he's slashing .290/.309/.550 with nine long balls, 21 RBI and 21 runs scored across 137 plate appearances.
May 5 2025Carpenter went 4-for-6 with a homer, a double and five RBI in Sunday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter plated a pair of runs with a double in the second and then blew the game wide open with a three-run shot to center field in the sixth. He now has three homers in his last six games and has notched three-plus hits in two of his last three. Carpenter has recently seen a majority of his starts coming from the leadoff spot, and it's paid off, as he leads the team with a .295 batting average after Sunday's massive day.
May 3 2025Carpenter went 3-for-5 with a run scored in Friday's 9-1 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Batting leadoff again for the Tigers, Carpenter delivered three singles and helped pace the team's offensive attack. The outfielder has batted first seven times over his last nine games, giving Detroit power from the top of the lineup. For the season, Carpenter is slashing .282/.306/.524 with seven home runs in 30 games.
May 1 2025Carpenter is not in the Tigers' starting lineup Thursday against the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Angels sending southpaw Yusei Kikuchi to the mound Thursday, the lefty bat of Carpenter will take a seat. Carpenter is coming off of a three game set in Houston where he went 3-for-13 with two home runs. As the 27-year-old takes a seat Thursday, Riley Greene will bat as the designated hitter with Justyn-Henry Malloy entering the outfield.
Apr 21 2025Carpenter (hamstring) is not in Monday's lineup versus the Padres but is not expected to need a stint on the 10-day injured list, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's possible Carpenter's status changes if he doesn't recover as quickly as hoped from right hamstring soreness, but for now the Tigers believe he's well enough to serve as a designated hitter soon. Riley Greene and Zach McKinstry are in the corner outfield spots for the Tigers on Monday, while Colt Keith will be the designated hitter.
Apr 20 2025Carpenter was removed from Sunday's extra-inning loss to the Rays due to right hamstring soreness, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a double and an RBI before being replaced in the field during the eighth inning. The 27-year-old is headed for medical testing, which should provide clarity on whether he'll require a trip to the injured list.
Apr 19 2025Carpenter is starting in left field and batting first in Saturday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has primarily batted second this season for the Tigers, but he'll slide up to the leadoff spot for the third time. The Royals are starting righty Seth Lugo, and Carpenter has a .954 OPS against righties so far this year. However, the outfielder is just 1-for-8 in his career against Lugo with two strikeouts.
Apr 18 2025Carpenter went 3-for-5 with a double and two runs scored in Thursday's 6-1 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After sitting Wednesday against southpaw Jose Quintana, Carpenter returned with a bang Thursday. The outfielder pushed his OPS up to a stellar .913, which is actually a bit below last year's .932 mark. Carpenter still rests often against lefties, but when a righty is on the mound, he's become one of the better offensive threats in the American League.
Apr 16 2025Carpenter is not in the lineup for Wednesday's contest in Milwaukee, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's southpaw Jose Quintana on the bump for the Brewers, so the left-handed-hitting Carpenter will begin the festivities on the bench. Justyn-Henry Malloy is getting a start in right field, while Gleyber Torres will handle designated-hitter duties.
Apr 14 2025Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Monday's 9-1 win over the Brewers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter started despite Milwaukee rolling out lefty Tyler Alexander. The outfielder didn't record any hits against Alexander, but as soon as the Brewers turned to righty reliever Elvin Rodriguez, Carpenter struck with his fifth home run of the season in the fifth inning. He followed that up with a single in the seventh, again facing Rodriguez. Carpenter is having a good start to his year with an even .900 OPS through 16 games, and he should continue to pulverize right-handed pitching, though he often sits against tough southpaws.
Apr 9 2025Carpenter is absent from the lineup for Wednesday's contest against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's southpaw Max Fried on the bump for the Yankees, so the left-handed-hitting Carpenter will begin the game on the bench. Riley Greene, Ryan Kreidler and Zach McKinstry will form the outfield trio as the Tigers go for the sweep.
Apr 7 2025Carpenter is not in the lineup for Monday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter started against a lefty Sunday against the White Sox, and one of his three homers this season came off a southpaw. However, he will begin Monday's tilt against left-hander Carlos Rodon and the Yankees on the bench. Riley Greene and Manuel Margot are on the outfield corners and Justyn-Henry Malloy is at designated hitter in the series opener.
Apr 5 2025Carpenter went 1-for-5 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 7-2 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter made his only hit count Saturday, as he went deep for the third time in the last two games. Before the brief power surge, the outfielder had just a .488 OPS, but he's quickly boosted that figure up to .848. Carpenter posted a career-best .932 OPS to go along with 18 home runs a season ago while only playing in 87 games due to a back injury, so he could fly past that homer total if he stays healthy in 2025.
Apr 4 2025Carpenter went 2-for-5 with two solo home runs in Friday's 7-4 win against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter got the scoring started with a solo blast in the first inning and then followed it up with another in the fourth. According to Jason Beck of MLB.com, Carpenter is the first Tiger to homer twice in the team's home opener since Prince Fielder in 2013. The 27-year-old's second long ball notably came off a left-handed pitcher, as he entered Friday's contest with a .573 OPS in 138 career plate appearances against southpaws.
Mar 27 2025Carpenter isn't in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Dodgers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Although the Tigers seemed open to the idea of Carpenter starting against left-handed pitchers early in spring training, the 27-year-old will begin Thursday's contest on the bench with Blake Snell set to throw the first pitch for Los Angeles. Riley Greene, Ryan Kreidler and Manuel Margot will make up the Tigers' outfield while Carpenter rests.
Feb 17 2025The Tigers could let Carpenter face more left-handed pitchers in 2025, which is something the 27-year-old said he is open to, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter saw just 31 plate appearances against lefties last season and is only 24-for-119 (.202) in his MLB career versus southpaws. He has crushed righties to the tune of an .897 OPS the last three years, but the Tigers may decide to expand his role. Carpenter himself pointed to the success he had against lefties in the minors back in 2022 when he posted a .905 OPS against pitchers from the same side. The 27-year-old is still likely to ride the bench often when southpaws start, though if he can prove capable of hitting them to some degree of success, his overall fantasy ceiling would increase because he'd have more chances to produce counting stats, though some of his rate stats might get worse.
Oct 12 2024Carpenter (hamstring) isn't in the lineup Saturday for Game 5 of the ALDS versus the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A left hamstring injury forced Carpenter to make an early exit from Game 4. He's slated to go through a workout before Saturday's contest, after which the Tigers will make a decision on his availability to serve as a pinch hitter once southpaw Matthew Boyd exits the game. Justyn-Henry Malloy is set to serve as Detroit's DH while batting leadoff.
Oct 11 2024Carpenter (hamstring) will be a game-time decision for Game 5 of the ALDS against the Guardians on Saturday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter injured his left hamstring while scoring a run in the sixth inning of Thursday's Game 4 loss. He will test out his hamstring Friday and Saturday before the club makes a decision on his status. Bligh Madris has joined the Tigers as a contingency plan in case a roster move with Carpenter is required.
Oct 10 2024Carpenter exited Thursday's game against the Guardians with a left hamstring injury, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter reached base on a single in the sixth inning and came around to score, but he was spotted hobbling around third base. He was replaced by a pinch-hitter for his next at-bat, though the severity of the issue is unclear.
Oct 7 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup Monday for Game 2 of the ALDS in Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter routinely sits versus lefties and will do so in this instance versus Guardians southpaw Matthew Boyd. He is a good bet to enter the contest off the bench when/if Cleveland goes to a righty reliever. Justyn-Henry Malloy will be the designated hitter and leadoff man in Game 2.
Oct 1 2024Carpenter is absent from the lineup Tuesday for Game 1 of the American League Wild Card Series against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed-hitting Carpenter doesn't typically start against lefties, so it's not a surprise to see him out of the lineup as the Astros send southpaw Framber Valdez to the hill. Justyn-Henry Malloy will be the Tigers' designated hitter and No. 2 hitter.
Sep 29 2024Carpenter went 1-for-5 with a grand slam in Sunday's 9-5 loss to the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter made his lone hit count, going deep with the bases loaded in the fifth inning. The 27-year-old finishes the 2024 campaign with 18 home runs and a robust .932 OPS across 87 games. Injuries slowed Carpenter down a bit this season, but he's now primed to lead the Tigers into the postseason, and he could be a breakout candidate in 2025 if he manages to have better luck with his health.
Sep 27 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter will dodge a same-hand matchup with Garrett Crochet, giving way to Justyn-Henry Malloy at DH. In his last six games, Carpenter is 6-for-15 (.400) with a pair of homers.
Sep 26 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Thursday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With southpaw Tyler Alexander toeing the rubber for the Rays, the left-handed-hitting Carpenter will take a seat for the series finale. Andy Ibanez will enter the Detroit lineup as a replacement for Carpenter and will serve as the Tigers' leadoff hitter.
Sep 22 2024Carpenter went 2-for-3 with two solo home runs in Sunday's 4-3 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter continued to help power the Tigers toward an unlikely playoff berth, as he's now sporting a robust .952 OPS to go with 17 home runs in just 82 games this season. The most important thing has been that the 27-year-old is healthy, as he missed nearly three months of action with a lumbar spine stress fracture earlier this year. When Carpenter is in the lineup, he's turned into a reliable fantasy option.
Sep 21 2024Carpenter isn't in the Tigers' lineup Saturday versus the Orioles, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter and his .408 OPS against southpaws will ride the pine Saturday against left-hander Cade Povich and the O's. As a result, Justyn-Henry Malloy will enter the lineup as Detroit's designated hitter and bat fifth.
Sep 17 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game in Kansas City. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Royals starting pitcher lefty Cole Ragans has reverse splits, but the left-handed-hitting Carpenter nonetheless will begin the festivities on the bench. Justyn-Henry Malloy will slide into the designated-hitter slot.
Sep 15 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It ends a run of six straight starts for Carpenter, who went 7-for-23 with two doubles, a triple, a homer and five RBI during that stretch. Justyn-Henry Malloy will serve as the designated hitter against Baltimore lefty Cade Povich.
Sep 14 2024Carpenter went 1-for-3 with a solo home run in Friday's 1-0 win over the Orioles. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter went deep just two batters into the bottom of the first inning and it was all the offense Detroit ended up needing. The 26-year-old is up to 15 home runs across 75 games this season. Carpenter may be stretched to match last year's career-high 20 long balls with just 14 contests to go in the regular season, though he needed 118 games to reach that mark last season. When healthy, Carpenter has proven to be a dynamic power bat so far in his young MLB career.
Sep 12 2024Carpenter went 4-for-4 with a double, a triple, a run scored and an RBI in Wednesday's 7-4 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He couldn't find the homer that would have given him a cycle, but Carpenter continues to swing a hot bat. In 23 games since coming off the IL, the 27-year-old is slashing .313/.378/.625 with six home runs, 12 runs and 20 RBI, albeit with a worrisome 33.3 percent strikeout rate.
Sep 9 2024Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a double, a run scored and two RBI in Sunday's 9-1 win over the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After getting a breather Saturday with Oakland starting a southpaw, Carpenter returned and wasted no time making an impact. The 26-year-old continues to deliver strong results when he's healthy, as he's sporting a robust .941 OPS since returning from the injured list in mid-August. Carpenter may get occasional days off against lefties, but he's become an excellent fantasy contributor when he's in the lineup.
Sep 7 2024Carpenter isn't in Detroit's lineup for Saturday's game against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter will receive a day off Saturday while the left-handed Brady Basso toes the slab for Oakland. Justyn-Henry Malloy will serve as the Tigers' designated hitter and bat fourth.
Sep 5 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup for Thursday's game against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With the Padres sending southpaw Martin Perez to the mound Thursday, the left-handed hitting Carpenter is taking a seat. In his designated hitter spot, Justyn-Henry Malloy has the start and is batting cleanup.
Aug 31 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup for Saturday's game against the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's a bit odd to see Carpenter absent against an opposing righty starter (Nick Pivetta), although Pivetta has reverse splits this season with an .827 OPS allowed to righties and a .630 OPS allowed to lefties. Regardless, Colt Keith will take over as the designated hitter while Zach McKinstry starts at second, with Matt Vierling in right field and batting third.
Aug 28 2024Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a home run and three RBI in Tuesday's 6-2 win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter gave the Tigers the lead on an RBI single in the fourth inning and then crushed a 425-foot home run in the sixth. In 12 games since returning from the injured list, the 26-year-old has gone deep five times and driven in 11 runs. He will likely continue to sit against most southpaws but has a fantastic .314/.366/.657 slash with 13 homers and 39 RBI in just 169 at-bats against righties this season.
Aug 25 2024Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a double and a two runs scored in Sunday's 9-4 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter continued to hit the ball hard since returning from the injured list due to a lumbar spine stress fracture. In 10 games following his activation, the 26-year-old is batting .270 with five extra-base hits, including four home runs. Carpenter has been a dynamic offensive player when healthy over the past two seasons, and he's now sporting a robust .836 OPS for his career across 209 games at the MLB level.
Aug 24 2024Carpenter isn't in the Tigers' lineup Saturday versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed bat of Carpenter will get a chance to rest Saturday as the Tigers face left-hander Ky Bush. Colt Keith will move into the DH role while Carpenter sits, allowing Andy Ibanez to start at the keystone.
Aug 21 2024Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a three-run home run in Wednesday's 8-2 win over the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter returned to the lineup on Aug. 13 after being out since late May due to a lumbar spine stress fracture, and he's been on a power surge over the past seven games. The 26-year-old has gone deep four times in that span, giving him 12 home runs in only 57 games this season. Carpenter is sporting a robust .918 OPS, and he should remain a potent fantasy option if he stays on the field.
Aug 17 2024Carpenter is absent from Saturday's lineup against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has gone 5-for-16 with three home runs and five RBI in his four outings since being activated off the 60-day injured list Tuesday. With southpaw Carlos Rodon taking the mound for the Yankees on Saturday, Colt Keith will serve as the designated hitter and bat in the cleanup spot while Carpenter begins the contest in the dugout.
Aug 14 2024Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 3-2, 10-inning win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was 0-for-3 with three strikeouts entering the eighth inning, and the Tigers trailed 2-0, but he delivered a key home run to tie the contest. The 26-year-old has now gone deep twice in two games since returning from the injured list following a nearly three-month absence, giving him 11 homers for the season in just 154 at-bats. Carpenter appears to be fully healthy, though Detroit will likely find him some rest days in the near future to ease him back into action.
Aug 13 2024Carpenter went 3-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in Tuesday's 15-1 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter returned from the injured list with a bang, homering twice off George Kirby in his first game since May 26. The 26-year-old appeared to be breaking out before his injury and is now slashing .293/.349/.613 with 10 long balls in just 168 plate appearances this season. He will likely sit against lefties, having gone just 1-for-16 against them so far, but Carpenter is certainly worth a look wherever he is available.
Aug 6 2024Carpenter (back) began a rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo on Tuesday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: A stress fracture in Carpenter's back forced him onto the injured list in late May, and his time on the injured list was extended after he suffered a setback in July. Given the amount of time he's missed, it's possible the 26-year-old could be in line for a lengthy stay in the minors.
Aug 2 2024Carpenter (back) will take live batting practice Saturday and run the bases Sunday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter ran the bases at Comerica Park on Thursday and will continue to ramp things back up this weekend. A rehab assignment looks to be close, perhaps with one coming next week if he gets through his activities this weekend with no problems. Carpenter has been sidelined since late May with a lumbar spine stress fracture.
Aug 1 2024Carpenter (back) ran the bases at Comerica Park on Thursday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Running the bases is often the final box a player needs to check before they go out on a rehab assignment, so it's certainly a good sign for Carpenter. The outfielder has been sidelined since late May with a lumbar spine stress fracture, and because he's missed so much time he'll probably require more than just a couple rehab games.
Jul 21 2024The Tigers transferred Carpenter (back) from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL on Sunday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been on the shelf since May 29 with a lumbar spine stress fracture and didn't resume hitting and taking part in a running progression until the All-Star break, so the move to the 60-day IL won't affect his timeline for a return to Detroit. Though he'll be eligible for activation beginning later this week, Carpenter will first need to ramp up his baseball activities further, then head out on a multi-game minor-league rehab assignment before returning from the IL. The transaction freed up a spot on the 40-man roster for first baseman/outfielder Bligh Madris, whose contract was selected from Triple-A Toledo ahead of Sunday's game in Toronto.
Jul 19 2024Carpenter (back) is aiming to begin a rehab assignment before the end of July, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter had a setback with his lumbar spine stress fracture in late June but resumed workouts earlier this month. He's been sidelined since late May and is without a timetable for his return, but it's looking like he won't be an option for the Tigers until at least mid-August.
Jul 8 2024Carpenter (back) did some light jogging and played light catch on the field Monday, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter appears to have resumed light baseball activities for the first time since experiencing a setback last week in his recovery from lumbar spine inflammation. The 26-year-old has been on the injured list since late May and is without a clear timetable for a return.
Jul 2 2024Carpenter (back) experienced discomfort Tuesday while completing his return-to-play progression, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been participating in baseball activities since June 21 and had been progressing well prior to enduring the setback. Carpenter will given some time off for rest and recovery before resuming baseball activities, all but guaranteeing he'll be out until after the All-Star break. Carpenter has been on the IL since May 29 due to lumbar spine inflammation.
Jun 25 2024Carpenter (back) took swings off a tee Monday and participated in throwing/running drills Tuesday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old was shut down in late May due to a lumbar spine stress fracture, but he's now back to taking part in baseball activities. Carpenter still has significant rehab work to do before being ready for game action, and he'll likely require a minor-league rehab assignment before rejoining the Tigers.
Jun 21 2024Carpenter (back) hopes to resume baseball activities Monday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter had been shut down since late May due to a lumbar spine stress fracture but is ready to begin baseball activities in the coming days. While he's still a ways out from returning, it's the first advancement he's made since being placed on the IL. Expect Carpenter to require a multi-game minor-league rehab stint before being cleared. In the meantime, Matt Vierling and Wenceel Perez should share the outfield with Riley Greene most nights.
Jun 18 2024Carpenter hasn't resumed baseball activities since being diagnosed with a lumbar spine stress fracture in late May, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was placed on the 10-day injured list May 29 with lumbar spine inflammation, only for his diagnosis to change a couple days later once he underwent further testing. Three weeks after landing on the shelf, Carpenter remains limited to doing what manager A.J. Hinch described as therapy work, so the 26-year-old still looks to be at least a couple weeks away from being ready for game action. During Carpenter's ongoing absence, Matt Vierling has taken hold of a full-time role in the outfield, and Justyn-Henry Malloy has settled in as the Tigers' primary designated hitter.
May 31 2024Carpenter has been diagnosed with a lumbar spine stress fracture, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was placed on the 10-day injured list earlier this week with what was called lumbar spine inflammation, but further testing appears to have revealed a more significant injury. The Tigers have not divulged a potential timetable for Carpenter's return, but his absence could be a lengthy one. Akil Baddoo should continue to see his playing time rise while Carpenter is on the shelf.
May 29 2024The Tigers placed Carpenter on the 10-day injured list Wednesday with lumbar spine inflammation. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter first felt some soreness in his back over the weekend and had hoped it would dissipate in subsequent days, but that hasn't happened. As a result, he'll miss at least the next week and a half of action, with manager A.J. Hinch noting that Carpenter is without a clear timetable for a return while he awaits further testing, per Jason Beck of MLB.com. Akil Baddoo was called up from Triple-A Toledo and could see some time in the outfield while he's with the big club, but the Tigers might be more apt to lean on Wenceel Perez in right field and Matt Vierling in center during Carpenter's absence.
May 26 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Blue Jays, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Carpenter will retreat to the bench as the Tigers stock up on extra right-handed bats to counter Blue Jays southpaw Yusei Kikuchi. Wenceel Perez will shift over from his usual spot in center field to cover right field in Carpenter's stead.
May 25 2024Carpenter went 2-for-3 with a two-run home run in Saturday's 2-1 win over the Blue Jays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old slugger took Jose Berrios deep in the first inning, and while it was the only offense Detroit could muster, it was also all the team's pitching staff would need. Carpenter has found his power stroke in May, slugging five of his eight homers on the season in his last 13 games -- a stretch in which he's batting .325 (13-for-40) with 14 RBI.
May 22 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With a tough southpaw (Cole Ragans) taking the hill for Kansas City, the lefty-hitting Carpenter will retreat to the bench for the series finale. Mark Canha will replace Carpenter in right field.
May 20 2024Carpenter went 2-for-3 with a double, a solo home run, an additional run scored and two total RBI in Monday's 8-3 loss to the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter continued a strong month of May, as he's batting .325 this month with three home runs, nine runs scored and 10 RBI across 14 games. He's now up to six long balls overall to go along with a solid .893 OPS. Carpenter still sits regularly against southpaws, but he's producing enough against righties to be an effective fantasy contributor.
May 19 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup for Sunday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has a 1.034 OPS with seven extra-base hits over his past eight games, but he'll receive Sunday off as lefty Jordan Montgomery pitches for Arizona. Wenceel Perez will shift to right field while Matt Vierling receives a start in center.
May 17 2024Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a triple, a double, four RBI and one run scored in Friday's 13-0 win over the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter knocked in two runs with a third-inning triple and added a two-run double to cap a six-run rally in the fifth. The outfielder has gone 9-for-26 (.346) with seven extra-base hits and seven RBI over his last seven contests. That's put him at a .276/.328/.520 slash line with five home runs, 22 RBI, 15 runs scored, nine doubles and three triples through 41 contests as one of the Tigers' most productive hitters this season.
May 14 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against the Marlins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The left-handed Carpenter will avoid a matchup with southpaw Ryan Weathers on Tuesday, as Wenceel Perez, Matt Vierling and Mark Canha will start across the outfield. Carpenter has hit safely in five straight games, batting 7-for-18 (.389) with two homers and five runs scored.
May 11 2024Carpenter went 2-for-5 with two homers and three total RBI against Houston in an 8-2 win Saturday. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter capped a seven-run second inning for Detroit with a two-run shot to right field and added a solo homer in the fourth. The pair of long balls snapped an 18-game homerless stretch for the outfielder, who belted 20 home runs in his first full MLB season last year. Saturday's multi-homer game was the third of Carpenter's career.
May 10 2024Carpenter is not in the starting lineup ahead of Friday's game against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He'll start the night in the dugout as the Tigers take on left-hander Framber Valdez. Carpenter is slashing .269/.330/.471 with three homers and 15 RBI in 36 games this season, and he's seen only 11 plate appearances against southpaws so far.
May 8 2024Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two doubles and a run scored in Wednesday's 5-4, 10-inning loss to the Guardians. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter continued his solid play this season, as he's now batting .269 with an .801 OPS. He's collected eight doubles so far but only three home runs across 36 games. After breaking out for 20 long balls last year, Carpenter could dial up the power soon, which would only further enhance his fantasy value.
May 7 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Tuesday's game against Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: As customary, Carpenter will slide to the bench with southpaw Logan Allen on the mound for the Guardians. In his stead, Ryan Vilade will make his 2024 debut and handle right field.
May 5 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Sunday's game against the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter is in the midst of a 3-for-25 slump and will sit Sunday as lefty Nestor Cortes takes the mound for New York. Wenceel Perez will shift to right field while Parker Meadows starts in center.
Apr 30 2024Carpenter isn't in the Tigers' lineup versus the Cardinals for the last game of Tuesday's doubleheader. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Cardinals are starting southpaw Steven Matz on the bump, which sends Carpenter to the bench. With him on the bench, Wenceel Perez will occupy right field and bat seventh. Additionally, Mark Canha has the start as the designated hitter and will bat third.
Apr 24 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Wednesday's game against the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Carpenter's absence from the lineup is likely a result of the Rays' plan to deploy southpaw Tyler Alexander as their primary pitcher out of the bullpen. With Carpenter on the bench for the first time since April 9, Riley Greene and Wenceel Perez will occupy the corner-outfield spots while Mark Canha serves as Detroit's designated hitter.
Apr 19 2024Carpenter went 4-for-5 with a double, two RBI and a run scored in Friday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter doubled and scored in the first inning before knocking three singles throughout the rest of the night. He's now 9-for-21 (.429) with five extra-base hits over his last five contests. This hot stretch has boosted his season slash line to .328/.371/.621 through 62 plate appearances.
Apr 17 2024Carpenter went 1-for-5 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 5-4 loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been playing well lately, recording a .321 batting average and four extra-base hits across his last 10 games. While he generally sits against southpaws, Carpenter feasts on righties, and that should allow him to remain a solid fantasy asset moving forward. The 26-year-old broke out a bit last year with 20 home runs, 64 RBI and an .811 OPS, and he could surpass all of those numbers in 2024.
Apr 16 2024Carpenter went 2-for-3 with a double, a triple and an RBI in Tuesday's 4-2 win over the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was productive for Detroit, delivering his first triple and third double of the season while boosting his OPS to a robust .920. He was swapped out for pinch-hitter Matt Vierling in the eighth inning when Texas brought in a lefty reliever, and Carpenter's main limitation at this point is his lack of production against southpaws. He had a .657 OPS against them last season, compared to an .841 mark against righties, and the team has limited him to just two at-bats against lefties so far this year. Against righties, however, Carpenter is a potent offensive weapon.
Apr 13 2024Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in the first game of Saturday's doubleheader against the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter got the scoring started for Detroit, hitting his second home run of the season in the first inning against Minnesota starter Joe Ryan with a runner on. Carpenter continues to crush righties to the tune of a .911 OPS this year, while he's only had two hitless at-bats against southpaws. Expect him to start most days moving forward except when a lefty is on the mound for the opponent.
Apr 9 2024Carpenter is not in the lineup for Tuesday's game in Pittsburgh, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Jake Rogers will start at designated hitter versus lefty Martin Perez. Carpenter has yet to start a game against a southpaw this season.
Apr 5 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Friday's game against the A's. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter will once again head to the bench as lefty JP Sears starts for the A's. Mark Canha will receive a turn as the designated hitter while Matt Vierling starts in the outfield.
Apr 1 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Monday's game against the Mets. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Despite concluding the Tigers' weekend series sweep of the White Sox with a pair of two-hit games, the lefty-hitting Carpenter will find himself on the bench for the second time in four contests to begin the season. Both of his absences have come against lefties, with Jake Rogers checking in for Carpenter as the Tigers' designated hitter while southpaw Sean Manaea takes the hill for the Mets.
Mar 30 2024Carpenter will start at designated hitter and bat in the cleanup spot Saturday against the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter did not start in the season opener Thursday with left-hander Garrett Crochet starting for the White Sox. Carpenter did pitch hit for Andy Ibanez in the eighth inning, and the former was able to reach base after being hit by a pitch. With right-hander Michael Soroka taking the mound for the White Sox on Saturday, Carpenter will start at DH and bat fourth in the lineup, while Mark Canha moves to left field and will bat fifth.
Mar 28 2024Carpenter is out of the lineup for Thursday's season opener versus the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Carpenter will take a seat with the White Sox sending left-hander Garrett Crochet to the bump. Mark Canha is in the designated hitter spot, while Matt Vierling will cover right field.
Mar 8 2024Carpenter (hamstring) will play the outfield for the first time this spring in Saturday's game versus the Pirates, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter returned to action in the designated hitter spot earlier this week after missing time with a strained hamstring and is now ready to play the field. The 26-year-old is likely to be the Tigers' primary DH this season but will also see time in the outfield.
Mar 5 2024Carpenter (hamstring) is starting at designated hitter and batting third for the Tigers in Tuesday's Grapefruit League game against Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been slowed by a strained hamstring this spring but is finally ready for game action. The 26-year-old cranked 20 homers in 459 plate appearances last season and is slated to be the Tigers' primary DH in 2024, with some outfield also mixed in.
Mar 4 2024Carpenter (hamstring) is included on the Tigers' travel roster for Tuesday, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After ramping up his running progression last week, Carpenter is now ready for his first Grapefruit League action of the spring. He was diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain Feb. 23. The 26-year-old is expected to be in the lineup nearly every day between the outfield and designated hitter after breaking out to the tune of 20 homers in 459 plate appearances last season.
Mar 1 2024Carpenter (hamstring) will run the bases Friday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old was cleared to start a running program Tuesday after suffering a hamstring strain last week, and he's now back to running the bases. Carpenter should continue ramping up his rehab before making his spring debut.
Feb 27 2024Carpenter (hamstring) was able to do some running early Tuesday morning, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain Friday, and while the Tigers are saying he's day-to-day, it seems it may be awhile yet before we see him in exhibition games. The 26-year-old still has plenty of time to prepare for the start of the season, and the fact that he has already resumed running bodes well for his chances of being available for Opening Day.
Feb 23 2024Carpenter was diagnosed with a mild hamstring strain Friday, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It doesn't appear to be a serious injury, though Carpenter will likely be held out of action for at least the first few days of the Grapefruit League schedule. The 26-year-old slugger, who hit 20 homers with an .811 OPS in 118 games last season, is considered day-to-day.
Sep 24 2023Carpenter isn't starting Sunday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The lefty-hitting Carpenter will take a seat with fellow lefty JP Sears on the mound for the A's. Matt Vierling will move to right field while Carpenter rests, allowing Tyler Nevin to start at the hot corner.
Sep 16 2023Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a run scored and two RBI in Friday's win over the Angels. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter now has at least one hit in 10 of the 13 games he's played this month, and he's batting .315 in September with seven RBI. It's been a standout season for the outfielder, who's batting .291 overall with an .852 OPS. Carpenter has also added 20 home runs this year to reach that mark for the first time in his brief MLB career.
Sep 8 2023Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a stolen base and a run scored in Thursday's 10-3 win over the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The 26-year-old outfielder showcased his speed Thursday, legging out an infield single and swiping second base before scoring on a Tyler Nevin double. Carpenter didn't attempt any steals through the first 116 games of his career, but he has gained confidence on the bases lately, going 4-for-4 in stolen base tries over his last 12 games. Carpenter has posted a slash line of .320/.388/.558 across 50 second-half games, with 12 home runs, 36 RBI, 29 runs and four thefts across 201 plate appearances during that stretch.
Sep 5 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a triple and a run scored in Tuesday's 5-1 loss to the Yankees. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was the only Detroit player to cross the plate as he continued his hot streak. The outfielder is batting .339 over his last 15 games with six extra-base hits and 10 RBI. For the season, he's now batting .291 with a robust .882 OPS and 20 home runs. Carpenter is enjoying a breakout campaign and figures to move up fantasy draft boards in 2024.
Sep 3 2023Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a walk, a double, an RBI and a run scored in Saturday's 10-0 win over the White Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Tigers rolled all over Chicago, and Carpenter was right in the middle of the action. The outfielder has had a breakout season with a .289 batting average, .876 OPS and 20 home runs across 93 games. He's been even better over his last dozen appearances, batting .341 with a .931 OPS.
Aug 26 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with one run scored and one steal in Saturday's 9-2 loss against the Astros. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter recorded his first MLB steal Saturday, taking second base in the fourth inning after reaching on a single. With his two hits, Carpenter has now registered a hit in 20 of his last 21 games. Over that stretch, he's batting .413 with nine home runs, 19 RBI and 19 runs scored.
Aug 23 2023Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a grand slam in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter didn't hit a home run Tuesday, but he made up for that in a big way Wednesday, providing all of Detroit's offense. The outfielder has now gone deep in four of the last five games, and he has nine home runs this month overall in 21 contests. The power surge has allowed Carpenter to reach the 20-homer plateau for the first time in his career, and he is showing no signs of slowing down.
Aug 21 2023Carpenter went 3-for-5 with a double, a solo home run and two runs scored in Monday's 7-6 loss to the Cubs. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been on a power surge recently, as he now has eight home runs this month across 19 games, including in each of the last three contests. That's pushed the outfielder to 19 total long balls this season, which is a new career high. Carpenter seems poised to reach the 20-homer plateau fairly soon, and he could make a run at 30 if he stays hot.
Aug 20 2023Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a solo home run in Sunday's win over Cleveland. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter's solo shot in the seventh came on the 10th pitch of a battle that included five foul balls after beginning the at-bat down 0-2. Carpenter is now hitting .354 with seven home runs in the month of August and is establishing himself as a mainstay in the heart of the Tigers' lineup.
Aug 16 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a solo home run in Wednesday's 8-7 win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been dialed in lately, as he's batting .412 over his last five games with four home runs. That's pushed the outfielder to 16 long balls for the season, which is 10 more than he had as a rookie last year. Carpenter has definitely taken a step forward after a promising debut in 2022, and he could be in line for an even bigger breakout in 2024.
Aug 13 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two solo home runs in Saturday's 6-2 win over the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: He got the Tigers on the board in the second inning by taking Brayan Bello deep before clubbing his second long ball in the eighth off Kyle Barraclough. Carpenter has gone yard three times in the last two days to extend his current hitting streak to nine games, a stretch in which he's batting a blistering .471 (16-for-34) with four homers, six RBI and 10 runs.
Aug 12 2023Carpenter went 1-for-3 with a walk and a run scored in Friday's 5-2 loss to the Red Sox. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Detroit mustered only two hits against Chris Sale and a pair of Boston relievers, with Carpenter getting the lone extra-base knock. The outfielder is up to 13 home runs this year, including two over the last six games, a stretch in which he's sporting an elite 1.303 OPS. For the season, Carpenter has an .824 OPS, making him one of the few offensive threats for the Tigers.
Aug 8 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with a double and two runs scored in Tuesday's win over the Twins. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter continued his good recent stretch, as he's now riding a five-game hitting streak, with the last four being multi-hit efforts. The outfielder has been a bright spot on a bad offensive team, as he's batting .275 with an .817 OPS this season in what's become an everyday role.
Aug 6 2023Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a two-run homer and three runs scored in Sunday's loss to the Rays. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter put together his first three-hit effort since June 18 and had his first long ball since July 15. The blast came in the seventh of Jason Adam and was a 423-foot shot to center field. Carpenter now has a hit in three straight and has totaled six hits over that span. Carpenter raised his slash line to .265/.327/.473 and has an OPS of .800, which would all lead the team if he had enough at-bats to qualify.
Jul 24 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two RBI in Monday's 5-1 win over the Giants. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter delivered RBI singles in the third and fifth innings to help lead Detroit to the victory. The outfielder has been a pleasant surprise with an .830 OPS this season, and he's been locked in lately with a .314 average, three home runs and 11 RBI across his last 10 games. Carpenter should remain locked into a regular role as one of the Tigers' few offensive threats.
Jul 22 2023Carpenter is absent from the lineup for Saturday's contest against the Padres. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: The Padres are starting rookie left-hander Jackson Wolf, so Carpenter is being given a day off. Miguel Cabrera is in the designated hitter spot and Zach McKinstry is playing right field.
Jul 15 2023Carpenter went 2-for-4 with two home runs and four RBI in Saturday's 6-0 win over the Mariners. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter opened and closed the scoring with his long balls off George Kirby. Five of Carpenter's 11 homers on the season have come in his last 12 games despite the outfielder hitting a mere .256 (10-for-39) in that span. He's up to a .269/.322/.538 slash line with 27 RBI, 21 runs scored, eight doubles and a triple over 174 plate appearances this season.
Jul 5 2023Carpenter is out of the lineup Wednesday against the Athletics. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miguel Cabrera will serve as the Tigers' designated hitter and Andy Ibanez is playing right field. Carpenter was also absent from the starting lineup Tuesday, though he did draw a walk as a pinch hitter and holds a strong .825 OPS through 43 games (151 plate appearances) this year.
Jul 2 2023Carpenter went 2-for-3 with a three-run home run and an additional run scored in Sunday's 14-9 win over the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter had struggled recently, going 6-for-31 (.194) over 11 contests between multi-hit efforts. He's homered four times over his last 13 games, giving him eight long balls on the year. The 25-year-old is up to a .268/.320/.500 slash line with 19 RBI, 18 runs scored and eight doubles through 42 contests while mainly filling a strong-side platoon role.
Jun 30 2023Carpenter isn't in the Tigers' lineup Friday against the Rockies. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With left-hander Austin Gomber set to start on the mound for the Rockies, Carpenter will remain in Detroit's dugout to begin the game. Matt Vierling will start in right field, with Zach McKinstry in left, allowing Zack Short to start at second base and bat eighth.
Jun 28 2023Carpenter went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's loss to the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Detroit was trailing 10-0 in the ninth when Carpenter launched his seventh home run of the season with a runner on. It didn't change the outcome, but fantasy managers will welcome the production all the same. Amid the team's offensive struggles this year, Carpenter has been solid with a .272 batting average and .828 OPS. He's been even better lately, popping three home runs and batting .320 over his last nine games.
Jun 26 2023Carpenter is out of the lineup Monday against the Rangers. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Miguel Cabrera will serve as the Tigers' designated hitter and Eric Haase will patrol left field with Texas throwing left-hander Andrew Heaney. The left-handed-hitting Carpenter holds a strong .820 OPS in 131 total plate appearances this year, but he continues to sit versus most southpaws.
Jun 20 2023Carpenter isn't in the Tigers' lineup Tuesday against the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: With Daniel Lynch slated to start on the mound for Kansas City, Carpenter will stay put in the Tigers' dugout Tuesday. Eric Haase will take over in left field and bat fifth.
Jun 19 2023Carpenter went 1-for-3 with a walk and a three-run home run in Monday's 6-4 win over the Royals. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter's three-run shot in the seventh inning, his sixth home run of the season, was part of a five-run inning that erased a 4-1 deficit for the Tigers. The outfielder is seeing regular playing time in the absence of both Austin Meadows (personal) and Akil Baddoo (quadriceps). Carpenter has made the most of the opportunity, as he's now homered in consecutive games and owns a strong .842 OPS overall, making him a viable fantasy option at the moment given the starting role.
Jun 18 2023Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a solo homer and an additional run scored in Sunday's 6-4 victory over Minnesota. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter collected his third three-hit outing in his last nine games while also blasting his fifth long ball of the season. After missing over a month of action with a strained right shoulder, Carpenter hasn't missed a beat since returning, going 14-for-35 (.400) at the plate with five runs scored and a pair of RBI over 10 contests.
Jun 14 2023Carpenter is out of the lineup for the second game of Wednesday's doubleheader with Atlanta. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: After seeing his five-game hitting streak come to an end with an 0-for-3 showing in the Tigers' 10-7 loss in the matinee game, Carpenter will get a breather for the nightcap. Andy Ibanez will fill in for Carpenter in left field and will bat third.
Jun 11 2023Carpenter went 3-for-4 with a walk and a run scored in Sunday's loss to the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter returned from the injured list Friday after being out since April with a shoulder strain, and he's hit the ground running. The outfielder has gone 8-for-12 in three games, boosting his season average to .284 in the process. With Akil Baddoo (quadriceps) out, Carpenter should continue to see regular playing time in left, and he's worth keeping an eye on while he's hot.
Jun 10 2023Carpenter is starting in left field and batting third in Saturday's game against the Diamondbacks. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter returned from the injured list and served as the DH on Friday after being out with a shoulder strain since late April. He'll now move over to left field with Akil Baddoo (quadriceps) landing on the IL himself Saturday. This could be an opportunity for Carpenter to see more regular playing time in the field moving forward.
Jun 9 2023Carpenter (shoulder) was reinstated from the 10-day injured list Friday, Evan Petzold of the Detroit Free Press reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter was placed on the injured list in late April with a right shoulder strain and will return as the Tigers' designated hitter Friday. The 25-year-old played in nine rehab games with Triple-A Toledo, slashing .171/.275/.286 across 40 plate appearances.
Jun 7 2023Carpenter (shoulder) is making his first start in the outfield Wednesday since starting his rehab assignment with Triple-A Toledo, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been limited to designated hitter duty as he works his way back from a right shoulder strain, but he's been throwing and is now ready to try things out in the outfield. The 25-year-old has been on the shelf since late April but should be activated soon as long as he shows he can handle the outfield.
Jun 6 2023Carpenter (shoulder) is scheduled to throw to bases Tuesday at Triple-A Toledo, Jason Beck of MLB.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter headed out on a minor-league rehab assignment in late May, but he's been DH-only so far and Beck speculates that the Tigers are unlikely to activate him until he's able to play the outfield. The 25-year-old landed on the injured list in late April because of a right shoulder strain.
May 26 2023Carpenter (shoulder) will begin a rehab assignment Friday with Triple-A Toledo, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter has been on the shelf since late April due to a right shoulder strain and some subsequent complications, but he's ready again for live competition and could be back with the Tigers sometime next week. The 25-year-old had produced a respectable .744 OPS with four home runs through 20 games for Detroit prior to the IL stint.
May 16 2023Carpenter (shoulder) has resumed hitting in the cage and off a tee and is slated to start throwing later this week, Chris McCosky of The Detroit News reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter had a setback with his right shoulder last week but is attempting to ramp things back up again. He's been sidelined since late April and it might be a push for him to make it back before the end of the month.
May 9 2023Carpenter (shoulder) felt renewed discomfort while beginning tee work over the weekend, Cody Stavenhagen of The Athletic reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: It's considered a minor setback and the hope is that Carpenter will be able to resume baseball activities following a brief shutdown period. He's scheduled to be reevaluated toward the end of this week. The 25-year-old has been on the injured list since April 29 because of a right shoulder strain.
May 5 2023Carpenter (shoulder) continues to receive treatment and is expected to start a hitting progression this weekend, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter is dealing with a right shoulder sprain that has kept him out since the end of April. The outfielder/designated hitter may need a rehab assignment, but assuming the progress continues to be positive there's a good chance Carpenter is back in the lineup for Detroit at the end of next week.
Apr 29 2023Carpenter was placed on the 10-day injured list Saturday with a right shoulder strain. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter robbed a home run from Ryan Mountcastle in Thursday's game, but he suffered the injury when crashing into the wall on the play. He will be eligible to return May 8, but it's unclear how serious the strain is. Javier Baez (hand) is starting at designated hitter in Game 1 of Saturday's doubleheader against the Orioles. Detroit selected the contract of Andy Ibanez in a corresponding move.
Apr 27 2023Carpenter will undergo tests to determine the severity of his shoulder injury, Evan Woodbery of MLive.com reports. ROTOWIRE RECOMMENDS: Carpenter exited Thursday's game against the Orioles after robbing a home run and crashing into the fence in the sixth inning. Manager A.J. Hinch didn't provide a detailed update after the game, but he did confirm that Carpenter would undergo "a scan" to determine the severity of the issue.