Matt Carpenter has earned a 25-man roster spot. Rick Hummel of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch writes: "The announcement hasn't been made yet but Carpenter, hitting .364, will be on the Cardinals' bench April 4 when they open the season in Miami." The versatile 26-year-old has displayed decent offensive potential in the minors and could carry some value in NL-only fantasy formats if he somehow happens into regular playing time. For now, he will function as a utilityman.