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James Rapien

James Rapien

Joined: Nov 1, 2023

James Rapien is the publisher of Bengals, Reds and Bearcats On SI. He graduated from the University of Cincinnati and has spent a decade covering Cincinnati sports. He's the author of Enter The Jungle, a book about the history of the Cincinnati Bengals. Prior to joining SI, Rapien was a host and producer at 700 WLW and ESPN 1530 in Cincinnati.

New Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona holds his jersey after an event to introduce the new manager at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Monday, Oct. 7, 2024.
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Look: Cincinnati Reds Finalize Terry Francona's Coaching Staff for 2025 Season

Look: Cincinnati Reds Finalize Terry Francona's Coaching Staff for 2025 Season

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Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) smiles in the first inning of a baseball game between the Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds, Tuesday, May 7, 2024, at Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati.
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Watch: Topps Releases Elly De La Cruz Rookie Debut Patch Autograph Card

Watch: Topps Releases Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Rookie Debut Patch Autograph Card

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Aug 27, 2024; Seattle, Washington, USA; Seattle Mariners left fielder Randy Arozarena (56) reacts to a strike out call by umpire Jacob Metz (94) against the Tampa Bay Rays during the eighth inning at T-Mobile Park. Tampa Bay Rays catcher Alex Jackson (28) throws the ball. Mandatory Credit: Joe Nicholson-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Sign Veteran Catcher Alex Jackson to Minor League Contract

Cincinnati Reds Sign Veteran Catcher Alex Jackson to Minor League Contract

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Jul 30, 2023; Los Angeles, California, USA; Bally Sports reporter Jim Day (left) interviews Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) after the game against the Los Angeles Dodgers at Dodger Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Leaving Diamond Sports Group, Will Need New Television Partner in 2025

Cincinnati Reds Leaving Diamond Sports Group, Will Need New Television Partner in 2025

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REDS. Cincinnati Reds' outfielders Shin-Soo Choo, left, Chris Heisey, center, and Ryan Ludwick head to the clubhouse following batting practice in the indooe facility at the Cincinnati Reds' spring training facility in Goodyear, Arizona Wednesday February 20, 2013. The Enquirer/Gary Landers Reds 2
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Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Shin-Soo Choo Announces Retirement

Former Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Shin-Soo Choo Announces Retirement

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Sep 20, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Martinez (28) pitches against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the second inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Report: Nick Martinez Will Accept Cincinnati Reds' Qualifying Offer of $21 Million

Report: Nick Martinez Will Accept Cincinnati Reds' Qualifying Offer of $21 Million

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Sep 25, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Emilio Pagan (15) delivers a pitch in the eighth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Reliever Emilio Pagán Returning for 2025 After Exercising Player Option

Cincinnati Reds Reliever Emilio Pagán Returning for 2025 After Exercising Player Option

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Sep 27, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Nick Martinez (28) throws the ball against the Chicago Cubs during the first inning at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Announce Three Roster Moves, Including Nick Martinez's Important Decision

Cincinnati Reds Announce Three Roster Moves, Including Nick Martinez's Important Decision

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Sep 22, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds first baseman Ty France (2) hits a single in the second inning against the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Look: Cincinnati Reds Make Flurry of Roster Moves Involving Multiple Veterans

Cincinnati Reds Made Flurry of Roster Moves Involving Multiple Players

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Jul 29, 2024; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; The helmet and sliding glove of Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (not pictured) sits on first base during a stop in play in the eighth inning in the game against the Chicago Cubs at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer Joey Jay Passes Away

Cincinnati Reds Hall of Famer Joey Jay Passes Away

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Cincinnati Reds shortstop Matt McLain (9) fields a groundball during spring training workouts, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, at the team’s spring training facility in Goodyear, Ariz.
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Matt McLain Playing Center Field for Cincinnati Reds in Arizona Fall League

Cincinnati Reds Standout Matt McLain Played a New Position On Tuesday in the Arizona Fall League

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Cincinnati Reds shortstop Matt McLain (9) fields groundballs with Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (6), left, and Cincinnati Reds third baseman Elly De La Cruz (44), right, during spring training workouts, Wednesday, Feb. 14, 2024, at the team s spring training facility in Goodyear, Ariz.
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Cincinnati Reds Make Multiple Roster Moves Involving Two Key Members of Roster

Cincinnati Reds Make Roster Moves Involving Christian Encarnacion-Strand and Matt McLain

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