MLB Trade Rumors: Bryan Reynolds Deal Being Discussed Between Pirates, Padres

As the San Diego Padres look to solidify their outfield before the start of the regular season, All-Star Bryan Reynolds is reportedly on their radar.

According to Bob Nightengale of USA Today, the Padres and Pirates are talking about a trade.

If the two teams are able to work out a deal, the Pirates could receive Chris Paddack and Ryan Weathers.

Reynolds will be eligible for free agency after the 2025 season, as he has four more years of team control.

The Pirates have been trading their best player. They have the third-lowest payroll in MLB at $37.9 million, and haven't spent more than $55 million on payroll since 2019.

Reynolds has established himself as a key part of the lineup. The two sides are expected to go to arbitration after he filed to receive $4.9 million in 2022, and the team countered with $4.25 million.

The Padres have been aggressive to add reinforcements to their lineup, with Fernando Tatis Jr. expected to miss at least three months after undergoing wrist surgery.

San Diego acquired Voit from the New York Yankees. He will most likely be the primary designated hitter, but the Padres could use him at first base with Eric Hosmer.

MLB.com's Mark Feinsand reported earlier this month that San Diego is aggressively shopping Hosmer and Wil, though there is no indication a deal is close.

If Reynolds is acquired by the Padres, he would take over as the starting right fielder. Since making his MLB debut, the 27-year-old has been an excellent player for the Pirates.

Reynolds has a slash line of.308/.384/.513. He was named to his first All-Star Game in 2021.

The Padres want to make the playoffs this season. Injuries to several key players resulted in them going 26-43 in the second half of the game.

The Padres have to make bold, aggressive moves to keep up with the other teams in their division.