>>Cardinals' Carpenter Likely To Start Season On DL

(Jupiter, FL)  --  The St. Louis Cardinals will likely begin defense of their World Series championship without pitcher Chris Carpenter.  The veteran right-hander is expected to open the season on the disabled list with weakness in his neck and shoulder.  According to MLB.com the veteran right-hander has returned to St. Louis to undergo a new series of tests.  Carpenter experienced renewed discomfort after playing catch on Monday.  The 36-year-old has not pitched in a spring training game this season.

>>Cardinals Name Lohse Opening Day Starter

(Jupiter, FL)  --  With Chris Carpenter ailing, the St. Louis Cardinals have announced that Kyle Lohse [[ Loash ]] will be the team's Opening Day starter.  Lohse will be on the mound Wednesday, April 4th when the Cardinals face the new-look Marlins in their brand new ballpark in Miami.  Carpenter is expected to begin the season on the disabled list.  He's been bothered by weakness in his neck and throwing shoulder.  Adam Wainwright will start the Cards' home opener April 13th against the Cubs.