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Scouting Report
Updated May 19, 2026
Matt Reynolds is the longest-tenured Pittsburgh Pirate and recently achieved his 1,000th career hit on May 6, 2026, joining elite Pirates company including Hall of Famers Roberto Clemente, Willie Stargell, and Dave Parker. Reynolds was given a rest day on May 7 against the Giants as the Pirates manage his workload before an upcoming homestand. He has been a consistent performer this season, slashing .248/.395/.397 with an OPS of .792, 35 hits in 140 at-bats, 5 doubles, 2 triples, 4 home runs, 23 RBI, and 33 walks (5th-most in MLB, 2nd in NL). His on-base percentage ranks 4th-best in the National League.
Strengths
- + 1,000 career hits milestone achieved
- + Strong on-base percentage (.395) - 4th best in NL
- + 33 walks rank 5th in MLB and 2nd in NL
- + Consistent performer with 35 hits in 140 at-bats
- + Elite company with Pirates legends (Clemente, Stargell, Parker, McCutchen)
- + Longest-tenured Pirate with 8 seasons
- + 142 career home runs rank 9th in Pirates history
- + 506 RBIs lead franchise for switch hitters
Weaknesses
- - Low batting average of .248
- - Only 4 home runs this season despite career power
- - Limited power production (.397 slugging percentage)
- - Modest OPS of .792 despite strong plate discipline
- - Manager giving rest days suggests possible fatigue or workload management concerns
Injury Status: day-to-day
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Matt Reynolds is a shortstop for the Chicago Cubs.
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