DYLAN CARLSON NEWS

Swats second homer Carlson went 1-for-4 with a three-run home run in Saturday's 6-5 extra-inning loss to the Tigers.

Impact Just a few days after connecting on his first homer of 2023, Carlson went yard again with a second-inning shot off Spencer Turnbull. The 24-year-old outfielder is seeing consistent work with Tyler O'Neill (back) on the shelf, and Carlson does have hits in seven of his last nine starts, but on the season he still has a tepid .234/.286/.364 slash line.

MAY 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Pops two-run homer Carlson went 1-for-4 with a two-run home run in Wednesday's 6-4 loss to the Angels.

Impact The long ball was Carlson's first of the season, and it put the Cardinals ahead 4-3 in the fourth inning. That lead held until Giovanny Gallegos' meltdown in the ninth. Carlson has hit safely in six of his last seven games, going 7-for-22 (.318) with four RBI and three runs scored in that span. He's lifted his slash line to .242/.282/.348 through 71 plate appearances. The switch hitter doesn't have to keep his bat hot to stay in the lineup while the Cardinals have only four outfielders on the roster, but it would help his cause in the long run.

MAY 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes fifth straight start Carlson will start in center field and bat seventh in Wednesday's game against the Angels.

Impact Carlson is in the lineup for the fifth game in a row and appears to have at least temporarily taken hold of a regular spot in the outfield over Tyler O'Neill, who has now sat out three times -- all against right-handed starting pitchers -- during that stretch. Though Carlson is maintaining an unremarkable .590 OPS for the season, having him in the lineup allows the Cardinals to field their best defensive outfield.

MAY 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Carlson ends Kershaw's perfecto bid, then makes 2 amazing grabs LOS ANGELES -- If there are two things the Cardinals trust Dylan Carlson to do, it’s play outstanding defense and hit left-handers. Carlson...

APRIL 30, 2023 • MLB.COM

Out of lineup again Friday Carlson is absent from the starting lineup Friday versus the Dodgers.

Impact Tyler O'Neill is in left field, Lars Nootbaar is in center and Alec Burleson will cover right in the Cardinals' series opener against the Dodgers and right-hander Dustin May. Carlson has started just one of the Cardinals' last six games and seems to be stuck in a fourth-outfielder role even after Jordan Walker's demotion to Triple-A.

APRIL 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Thursday Carlson is out of the lineup Thursday versus the Giants.

Impact Jordan Walker was optioned to Triple-A Memphis on Wednesday, but the Cardinals still have a bit of a logjam in their outfield. Tyler O'Neill is playing left field Thursday with Lars Nootbaar covering center and Alec Burleson handling right.

APRIL 27, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Out of lineup Friday Carlson is not in the starting lineup Friday against the Mariners.

Impact Tyler O'Neill is also sitting. Alec Burleson will play left field, Lars Nootbaar is covering center field and Jordan Walker is in right.

APRIL 21, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Swipes bag, drives in two Carlson went 2-for-5 with a double, two RBI, a stolen base and a run scored in Wednesday's 14-5 win over the Diamondbacks.

Impact Carlson opened the scoring with an RBI double in the first inning. He then stole third and scored on an error by catcher Jose Herrera. Carlson added an RBI single in the fifth. The outfielder has gotten a bit lost in the shuffle for playing time, but he's now started two games in a row. The 24-year-old is slashing .237/.293/.316 with three RBI, five runs scored, one steal, three doubles and no home runs through 41 plate appearances. His best path to playing time is in center field against right-handed pitchers, though he's versatile enough to move around the outfield as necessary.

APRIL 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Saturday Carlson is not in the lineup Saturday versus the Pirates.

Impact Tyler O'Neill is also absent as Lars Nootbaar (thumb) makes his return from the IL and gets the start in center field. It's a tricky playing time mix at the moment for Cardinals manager Oli Marmol.

APRIL 15, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Returns to lineup Friday Carlson (neck) is back in the Cardinals' lineup Friday against the Pirates.

Impact Carlson missed a handful of games with a pinched nerve in his neck, but he's ready to rock Friday night in St. Louis. The 24-year-old will cover center field and bat eighth with right-hander Johan Oviedo on the mound for the Pirates. Tyler O'Neill is in left.

APRIL 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Remains sidelined Thursday Carlson (neck) remains out of the lineup Thursday against the Pirates.

Impact Carlson hasn't appeared in a game since feeling a pinch in his neck while making a sliding catch Monday in Colorado, though he is expected to avoid the injured list. Tyler O'Neill will again start in center field and bat seventh Thursday versus the Pirates and right-hander Vince Velasquez.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Still dealing with neck discomfort Cardinals manager Oli Marmol said Wednesday that Carlson is still dealing with pain in his neck, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact Carlson sat out Tuesday and Wednesday's games at Colorado after tweaking his neck on a sliding catch in Monday's series opener. It doesn't sound like an IL situation, but he remains day-to-day leading into Thursday night's game against the Pirates.

APRIL 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Not in lineup Tuesday Carlson (neck) is not in the lineup Tuesday at Colorado.

Impact Carlson felt a pinch in his neck while making a sliding catch in Monday night's series opener, though it's not believed to be a serious issue. Tyler O'Neill will play center field and bat sixth Tuesday against the Rockies and left-hander Kyle Freeland.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Starting in center Tuesday Carlson (neck) is in the starting lineup Tuesday at Colorado.

Impact Carlson made an early exit from Monday's series opener at Coors Field after feeling a pinch in his neck, but it was never a serious concern. He will play center field and bat eighth Tuesday against the Rockies and left-hander Kyle Freeland.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Exits game with neck issue Carlson departed Monday's game against the Rockies after feeling a pinch in his neck, Derrick Goold of the St. Louis Post-Dispatch reports.

Impact The move was considered precautionary, so Carlson should be fine in a day or two. He was making his fifth start in the Cardinals' first 10 games.

APRIL 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Getting start in center field Carlson is starting in center field and batting eighth for the Cardinals on Monday versus the Rockies.

Impact Most of Carlson's playing time so far this season has come against lefties, but he's getting an opportunity Monday versus right-hander German Marquez. Tyler O'Neill is on the bench.

APRIL 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Dylan Carlson's window of opportunity opens up in center field: Cardinals Extra With Tyler O'Neill out of the Cardinals starting lineup, Dylan Carlson got his first opportunity to start in center field this season.

APRIL 5, 2023 • STLTODAY.COM

Batting second Tuesday Carlson is batting second for the Cardinals on Tuesday versus Atlanta.

Impact Carlson will get the nod in left field -- along with a prominent lineup spot -- as left-hander Dylan Dodd makes his MLB debut in the start for Atlanta. Alec Burleson is sitting.

APRIL 4, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Makes most of first start Carlson went 3-for-4 with a run scored in Sunday's 9-4 win over the Blue Jays.

Impact Carlson was on the bench in the first two games of the season, appearing as a defensive replacement Saturday. He spelled Tyler O'Neill in center field for Sunday's contest. Carlson struggled to a .236/.316/.380 slash line over 128 games last season and failed to win a starting job in spring training, though he could command more playing time if he hits well or injuries pop up. For now, Carlson is set to occupy a utility outfielder role, though his ability to play all three outfield spots should afford him fairly regular looks.

APRIL 3, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Gorman hits 2 homers in St. Louis' 9-4 win over Toronto

Nolan Gorman had a pair of two-run homers to help the St. Louis Cardinals to a 9-4 win over the Toronto Blue Jays

APRIL 2, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

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MARCH 30, 2023

More limited role on tap Manager Oliver Marmol said Sunday that Carlson is likely to begin the season working as a utility outfielder and bench piece, John Denton of MLB.com reports.

Impact It appears the 24-year-old will be the odd man out to open the season with prospect Jordan Walker making St. Louis' Opening Day roster. Carlson should still see a fair amount of action between the three outfield spots and designated hitter, but it seems Walker, Tyler O'Neill and Lars Nootbaar will begin the campaign as the primary outfield options.

MARCH 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

MLB 26-and-under power rankings: No. 10 St. Louis Cardinals

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MARCH 14, 2023

Back in lineup Carlson (arm) is starting in center field for the Cardinals' spring training game against the Mets on Friday.

Impact Carlson had been dealing with arm fatigue for the past week, but he was still cleared to hit, serving as the Cards' designated hitter while his arm recovered. With Jordan Walker turning heads early this spring, Carlson must take advantage of every opportunity he gets in the field to make up for lost time.

MARCH 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

BenFred: Dylan Carlson's best defense must be impact offense in Cardinals' outfield battle As Jordan Walker turns up the heat on the Cardinals' outfield competition, Dylan Carlson gave Cardinals manager Oliver Marmol something to t...

MARCH 8, 2023 • STLTODAY.COM