In August 1966, Reynolds was honored with a night in his honor at a California Angels ballgame. At the time, "Los Angeles Times" columnist John Hall wrote:"The contributions and the accomplishments of the large man with the large smile have too long been taken for granted.. As a partner of Gene Autry, it is natural perhaps that his role would be overshadowed by the glamor of a movie box office king. … But those closest to the scene will tell you it is Reynolds who is the dynamo of the gang ..."