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.

Feb 24, 2025; Goodyear, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds catcher Tyler Stephenson (37) runs the bases against the Los Angeles Dodgers during the first inning at Goodyear Ballpark. Mandatory Credit: Joe Camporeale-Imagn Images

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Reds Injury Update: Tyler Stephenson Making Progress, 'Close to 100 Percent'

Mar 4, 2025; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz reacts after scoring against the Los Angeles Dodgers during a spring training game at Camelback Ranch-Glendale. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

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Look: Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Put Up Huge Numbers in Spring Training

Sep 8, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Cincinnati Reds relief pitcher Alexis Diaz (43) pitches in the ninth inning against the New York Mets at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Get Bad Injury News on Former All-Star Reliever Alexis Diaz Ahead of Opening Day

Hall of Fame announcer Marty Brennaman waves to fans while serving as the Grand Marshal for the canceled 2020 Findlay Market Opening Day Parade, in downtown Cincinnati on Tuesday, April 12, 2022. It was the first time the parade was held since 2019.

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Cincinnati Reds Honoring Hall of Fame Broadcaster Marty Brennaman With Bronze Statue

Cincinnati Reds catcher Jose Trevino (35) fields a ground ball in a catchers drill at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

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Cincinnati Reds Signing Catcher Jose Trevino to Extension With Opening Day Looming

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Cincinnati Reds Catcher Jose Trevino Leaves Game With Possible Hand Injury

Cincinnati Reds manger Terry Francona chats with bench coach Brad Mills during spring training, Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.

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Look: Reds Manager Terry Francona Makes Hilarious Joke on Social Media

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Hunter Greene (21) throws a bullpen session at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Thursday, Feb. 13, 2025.

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Hunter Greene to Start for Cincinnati Reds on Opening Day vs San Francisco Giants

Hunter Greene to Start for Cincinnati Reds on Opening Day vs San Francisco Giants.

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Cincinnati Reds Make Flurry of Roster Moves, Trim Major League Roster at Spring Training

Cincinnati Reds designated hitter Spencer Steer (7) returns to the dugout after striking out in the first inning of the MLB National League Game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati on Sunday, Sept. 22, 2024. The Pirates led 1-0 after four innings.

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Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Spencer Steer Shares Update on Injury and Approach Moving Forward

Cincinnati Reds Outfielder Spencer Steer Shares Update on Injury and Approach Moving Forward.

Cincinnati Reds pitcher Brady Singer (51) during the annual team picture day at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

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Watch: Reds Starting Pitcher Brady Singer Posts Three Strikeouts in First Inning of Debut

Watch: Cincinnati Reds Starting Pitcher Brady Singer Posts Three Strikeouts in First Inning of Debut. The Reds traded Jonathan India to the Kansas City Royals in exchange for Singer in November.

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Matt McLain (9) checks notes at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Friday, Feb. 14, 2025.

Look: Cincinnati Reds Announce Lineup For Monday's Spring Training Game vs Los Angeles Dodgers

Look: Cincinnati Reds Announce Lineup For Monday's Spring Training Game vs Los Angeles Dodgers. The Reds are hoping to improve to 2-2 this spring.

Sep 6, 2024; New York City, New York, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) watches his two run home run against the New York Mets during the fourth inning at Citi Field. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

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Watch: Elly De La Cruz Hits Home Run in First At-Bat of Spring Training

Watch: Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Hits Home Run in First At-Bat of Spring Training

Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) runs drills during spring training, Friday, Feb. 21, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.

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Look: Cincinnati Reds Announce Spring Training TV Schedule on FanDuel Sports Network

Look: Cincinnati Reds Announce Spring Training TV Schedule on FanDuel Sports Network. Here's how you can watch the Reds this spring.

Cincinnati Reds non-roster invitee Chase Burns throws a pitch, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2025, at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz.

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Look: Cincinnati Reds Top Prospect Chase Burns Throws Live Bullpen Session at Spring Training

Cincinnati Reds manager Terry Francona during the annual team picture day at the Cincinnati Reds Player Development Complex in Goodyear, Ariz., on Tuesday, Feb. 18, 2025.

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Terry Francona Hitting the Road for Spring Training for One Reason: 'I'm a F-----g Red'

Cincinnati Reds Manager Terry Francona Shared Iconic Line Ahead of Spring Training Opener. The Reds open their spring training slate with split-squad games on Saturday.