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Cubs' Kris Bryant Becomes Brand Ambassador For Express

(CBS) Cubs third baseman and burgeoning star Kris Bryant is expanding his national profile off the baseball diamond.

Bryant has been named a brand ambassador for popular fashion retailer Express, the company announced Thursday.

"EXPRESS has consistently been my go-to brand -- whether I'm suiting up for press conferences or relaxing in jeans on my off days," Bryant said in a press release, according to the Tribune. "I am honored to join EXPRESS as Brand Ambassador and look forward to being part of a brand that is true to my personal style and inspires fans."

The isn't Bryant's first association with a major brand. He's also an endorser for Adidas, which famously unveiled a billboard with Bryant on it in April 2015 across the street from Wrigley Field before the Cubs even called him up to the majors.

Bryant was the runaway NL Rookie of the Year award winner in 2015, as he set a franchise rookie record with 26 homers and had 99 RBIs.

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