outfielder Brian Reynolds, who last season pittsburgh piratesmade it clear on Wednesday that it would prefer to trade as it has not signed a long-term deal.
In his first public comment regarding his trade request, all-star outfielder Said there had been a “difference of opinion” about his value as a player.
Brian Reynolds of the Pittsburgh Pirates at bat during the first inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field Sept. 17, 2022 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Adam Hunger / Getty Images)
Reynolds expressed his appreciation for pirate organization and fans. While he didn’t completely shut the door on signing a new contract with Pittsburgh, he noted that the two sides have been far apart in previous talks.
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“I think I’ve been pretty open over the years that my No. 1 pick would be an extension signing in Pittsburgh, but I want it to be a fair deal for both sides — not one side or the other.” crazy player [deal]Not a mad team deal,” he said via MLB.com. “He’s always been my No. 1.”
Brian Reynolds of the Pittsburgh Pirates before the first inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field Sept. 17, 2022 in the Queens borough of New York City. (Adam Hunger / Getty Images)
The Pirates have some leverage as Reynolds remains in control of the team for the next three seasons. 28 year old signed Two year, $13.5 million contract last spring.
Despite Reynolds’ arbitration buyout of the first two years of the deal, he did not appear pleased with how negotiations had developed.
Reynolds said, “I think we have a right to have those feelings too, and that’s what we did. But obviously, we can’t force them to do anything.”
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Reynolds resolved to prepare for the upcoming season.
“Like I said, I’m here,” Reynolds said. “I’ll always be where my feet are. I’m here now, so I’m 100% off to Pirates and whatever it takes. I’m just down here to try and start my work.” To be a good season.”
Brian Reynolds of the Pittsburgh Pirates slides home against the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park August 28, 2022 in Philadelphia. (Michel Leff / Getty Images)
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Manager Derek Shelton reiterated his belief that Reynolds would not be a distraction to the team.
“There is a business side to this sport,” Shelton said. “You have to understand this. Our expectations, my expectations and everything I think Brian has said to me personally and publicly, is he’s going to be the same person and go about his business. Kind of what we expect. Don’t think anything different is going to happen.”
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The Pirates reportedly made the purchase after Reynolds made a trade request, but was not dealt with. Pirates Reynolds kicked out of Vanderbilt in 2016, and he made his big league debut in 2019.