James Rapien

James Rapien

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.

Oct 1, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) in the dugout before the game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Terry Francona Explains Decision to Manage Again, Why Cincinnati Reds Were Good Fit

Terry Francona Explains Decision to Manage Again, Why Cincinnati Reds Were Good Fit

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Sep 30, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) walks off the field during the fifth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Watch: Cincinnati Reds Receive BIG Praise From Major Analysts For Hiring Manager Terry Francona

The Cincinnati Reds Received BIG Praise from top MLB analysts after hiring new manager Terry Francona

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Sep 29, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) celebrates with teammates in the dugout after scoring during the tenth inning against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz in Attendance For Bengals' Matchup With Ravens

Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz in Attendance For Bengals' Matchup With Ravens

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1974; Unknown date, USA; FILE PHOTO; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Pete Rose slides into third during the 1974 season. Mandatory Credit: Tony Tomsic-USA TODAY NETWORK
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Watch: Pete Rose Tribute is a Must-Watch for Reds Fans and Baseball Fans Everywhere

Cincinnati Reds legend Pete Rose died this week at 83 years old. This is a great look at his complicated baseball legacy.

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From left, Ben Kimball USGA Senior Director Open Championship, Terry Francona honorary chair of 2024 US Senior Open, and Hank Thompson USGA Staff, at Media Day on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at the Newport Marriott.
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Jeff Brantley Makes Bold Declaration After Cincinnati Reds Hire Manager Terry Francona

Jeff Brantley Makes Bold Declaration After Cincinnati Reds Hire Manager Terry Francona

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kSep 26, 2023; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) walks on the field in the fourth inning against the Cincinnati Reds at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images
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Look: Terry Francona Ecstatic to be in Cincinnati Managing the Reds

Look: Terry Francona Ecstatic to be in Cincinnati Managing the Reds

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Ben Kimball, left, USGA Senior Open Championship director, former Boston Red Sox Manager Terry Francona, honorary chairman of the 2024 tournament, and USGA staffer Hank Thompson at Media Day on Tuesday in Newport.
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Cincinnati Reds Make it Official, Name Terry Francona Manager

Cincinnati Reds Make it Official, Name Terry Francona Manager

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Oct 30, 2016; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona (left) does a pitching change during the seventh inning in game five of the 2016 World Series against the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Jerry Lai-Imagn Images
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Look: MLB Analyst Praises Reds, Hints at Terry Francona Bringing World Series to Cincinnati

Cincinnati Reds World Series Bound? MLB Analyst Praises Reds After Hiring Manager Terry Francona

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Jun 13, 2018; Chicago, IL, USA; Cleveland Indians manager Terry Francona (77) smiles before MLB game against the Chicago White Sox at Guaranteed Rate Field. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images
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Look: Fans React After Cincinnati Reds Hire Terry Francona to be Their New Manager

Look: Fans React After Cincinnati Reds Hire Terry Francona to be Their New Manager

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Oct 1, 2023; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Cleveland Guardians manager Terry Francona (77) in the dugout before the game against the Detroit Tigers at Comerica Park. Mandatory Credit: Rick Osentoski-Imagn Images
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Cincinnati Reds to Hire Terry Francona as Next Manager

Cincinnati Reds to Hire Terry Francona as Next Manager

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Bally Sports broadcaster Jim Day interviews Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) after the ninth inning of the MLB National League game between the Cincinnati Reds and the Pittsburgh Pirates at Great American Ball Park on Monday, June 24, 2024. The Reds won 11-5.
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Cincinnati Reds Could Be Impacted By Major Shift in Local Television Revenue

Cincinnati Reds Could Be Impacted By Major Shift in Local Television Revenue

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OCTOBER 14, 1990: Paul O'Neill, Reds outfielder, connects for a line drive.

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Former Cincinnati Reds Star Paul O'Neill Reflects on Pete Rose's Death and the Hall of Fame

Former Cincinnati Reds Star Paul O'Neill Reflects on Pete Rose's Death and Hall of Fame

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