What happened: A group of fans caught the attention of Pittsburgh Pirates outfielder Bryan Reynolds, then erupted in celebration after a baseball was tossed their way to mark a birthday. The exchange added a lighthearted moment around the Pirates' outfielder amid the grind of the regular season.
Why it matters: Moments like these reinforce the bond between Reynolds and the Pittsburgh fan base, which has rallied around him through a steady stretch of play. It comes as the same Bryan Reynolds the Pirates have pushed in their All-Star ballot campaign continues to anchor the lineup.
By the numbers: Pittsburgh sits 43-42 this season, scoring 5.2 runs per game while allowing 4.8, and enters on a two-game winning streak with a 3-2 mark over its last five.
What to watch: The Pirates turn their focus to a scheduled matchup with the Philadelphia Phillies, with Pittsburgh looking to keep its recent momentum going.