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Bryan Reynolds Sets New Franchise Mark
26 Apr
Summary
- Reynolds is the Pirates' longest-tenured player.
- He now holds the franchise record for RBI by a switch hitter.
- Reynolds signed the largest contract in Pirates history.

Bryan Reynolds, the longest-tenured player on the Pittsburgh Pirates, has etched his name in franchise history. He recently set a new record for the most RBIs by a switch hitter, surpassing Bobby Bonilla's previous mark. This historic RBI single secured a crucial win against the Milwaukee Brewers and clinched a series for the Pirates.
Acquired in a trade with the San Francisco Giants on January 15, 2018, Reynolds debuted with the Pirates on April 20, 2019. He has since become a two-time All-Star (2021, 2024) and signed an eight-year, $106.75 million contract extension on April 25, 2023, which was the largest in Pirates history.
Over his career, Reynolds has played multiple outfield positions, consistently contributing to the Pirates' offense. The team is currently 16-11 through their first 27 games this season, with Reynolds aiming to help them reach the playoffs for the first time since 2015.