I completely agree, UK. There's just no reason for it, considering it's a meaningless game, the rosters are expanded (meaning there are plenty of pitchers available), Carpenter has already pitched alot this year, and the Cards had a 3-run lead heading into the 7th. I was hoping that Larussa would have an expanation in the PD this morning, but I don't see anything. Maybe you and I are the only ones questioning it, but there's no justification, in my opinion. well he hasn't been hurt this year and you guys did so well without him last year I could see why Tony would overextend him in a meaningless game. Carp should not throw more than 80 pitches from now until the playoffs, a cy young isn't worth a chance at the world series and if he gets hurt you're toast.