Matt Carpenter agrees to deal with Padres (source)

SAN DIEGO — The Padres landed the lefty bat they have been trying to find.

Matt Carpenter has agreed to a take care of San Diego for the 2023 season, a supply advised MLB.com on Tuesday. The phrases of the contract are unclear and the staff has not but confirmed the signing, which contains a participant possibility for ’24 as properly.

The 37-year-old Carpenter can be getting into his thirteenth massive league season, having spent the primary 11 with the Cardinals earlier than becoming a member of the Yankees in 2022. In New York, Carpenter was stricken by a number of accidents, however he posted top-of-the-line slash traces in baseball when wholesome — .305/.412/.727.

Over his profession, Carpenter has developed a popularity for being one of many hardest at-bats within the sport, posting a .369 profession on-base share. With the Padres, he is anticipated to function a daily starter in opposition to right-handed pitching.

A 3-time All-Star, Carpenter will fill one thing of a utility position in San Diego. He can function designated hitter — or the Padres may use him at first base or a nook outfield spot. Carpenter may even again up Manny Machado at third base or Ha-Seong Kim at second.