"Not everybody get a chance to say they're competing for a World Series this year, it's certainly real for this group.
Padres infielder and outfielder Matt Carpenter discussed joining the team, what kind of role he expects, why he approaches it as though he has a one day contract, the impact of no shift and why he doesn't take this season for granted.
"I look at it like I'm on a one -day contract, I have to earn that role and playing time, the right to put on this uniform. I don't take anything for granted. When you get humbled as much as I have, it gives you a good perspective it feels me with gratitude to put on a uniform with a great group of guys."
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