Pirates' Bryan Reynolds Blocks Trades to Six MLB Playoff Teams

Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds is expected to be a trade candidate at the 2025 MLB trade deadline; however, his eight-year contract includes a no-trade clause that allows him to block trades to six potential playoff-contending teams: the New York Yankees, New York Mets, Toronto Blue Jays, Los Angeles Dodgers, San Francisco Giants, and San Diego Padres. This clause significantly limits the Pirates' options in the trade market, especially as Reynolds is having a down season with a .229/.294/.378 slash line and a wRC+ of 84, despite being a two-time All-Star with a solid career track record. Some teams like the Giants, who recently acquired Rafael Devers, are unlikely to pursue Reynolds aggressively, while others such as the Blue Jays face challenges balancing his expensive contract and defensive decline with their roster needs. Reynolds' reluctance to waive his no-trade protections complicates potential deals, reducing interest from rival general managers and possibly keeping him with the Pirates. The combination of his limited trade market, current underperformance, and sizable contract creates uncertainty around his future, though he remains a potentially valuable asset if traded to a suitable team outside his no-trade list. Pirates beat reporters and analysts emphasize that Reynolds is likely to be moved only if he agrees to waive his protections, which remains improbable but not impossible.