Kerry Carpenter

Kerry Carpenter is missing from the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Arizona Diamondbacks Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter will take a seat on the bench against a left-handed starting pitcher, with Wenceel Perez patrolling right field and batting sixth for manager AJ Hinch against the Diamondbacks Sunday.

Kerry Carpenter went 2-for-5 with a double, a triple, four RBI, and one run scored in the Tigers' dominant 13-0 victory over the Diamondbacks.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter's performance today was a showcase of his ability to contribute significantly to the Tigers' offensive onslaught, particularly with his extra-base hits driving in crucial runs. This game elevates his RBI total to 22 for the season, underscoring his role as a key RBI producer in the lineup. While his power numbers have been modest with five homers, his slugging capabilities are evident with his total of nine doubles and three triples. Carpenter's consistent contact and ability to drive in runs are valuable for fantasy managers, especially in formats that reward extra-base hits and RBIs. His wOBA of .358 indicates a solid offensive contribution, making him a worthy consideration for fantasy rosters needing an outfield boost.

Kerry Carpenter returns to the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Miami Marlins Wednesday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter is back after taking a seat on the bench Tuesday night, patrolling right field and batting sixth for manager AJ Hinch against the Marlins Wednesday.

Kerry Carpenter is absent from the lineup for the Detroit Tigers against the Miami Marlins Tuesday.

Fantasy Impact

Carpenter will take a seat on the bench against left-handed pitching, with Wenceel Perez batting seventh and starting in right field against the Marlins for manager AJ Hinch Tuesday.

Kerry Carpenter went 2-for-5 with two home runs and three RBI in the Tigers' 8-2 victory over the Astros.

Fantasy Impact

Delivering a pair of long balls in this game, Carpenter significantly bolstered his home run tally for the season, bringing his total to five. This performance could be a signal of an emerging power trend, or simply a good day at the plate, but either way, it's a positive sign for fantasy managers. Given his current .275 batting average and .362 wOBA, Carpenter remains a solid option in fantasy lineups, particularly in formats that reward power hitting. His limited walk rate and high strikeout rate are concerns, but his slugging ability may compensate for those shortcomings in leagues that prioritize extra-base hits and RBI.