This article references Matt Carpenter and more! St. Louis Cardinals first baseman Matt Carpenter is dealing with some back tightness. Carpenter dealt with a stiff back early on in camp last year, as well. It should not be a big deal, but will keep him limited to playing first base for now. "Carp's going to focus most of his (defense) at first base at this point but he's going to get work at third and he's going to get work at second," Cardinals manager Mike Matheny said. "[...]Keep on reading: Matt Carpenter Dealing With Back Problems