Kerry Carpenter Named Starting Right Fielder for Tigers vs. D-backs

Kerry Carpenter is in the starting lineup for the Detroit Tigers, playing right field in Monday's game against the Arizona Diamondbacks. Carpenter brings left-handed power to the Tigers' batting order as they look to navigate the early stages of the 2026 season. He will be part of an outfield unit that includes Riley Greene as they face the Diamondbacks at Chase Field. The Tigers are relying on Carpenter's offensive contributions to help secure a victory in the fourth game of their current campaign.