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.

Apr 11, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) hits the ball against the Pittsburgh Pirates in the third inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Frank Bowen IV/USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

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Watch: Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Hits Grand Slam vs Pittsburgh Pirates

Mar 22, 2025; Peoria, Arizona, USA; Cincinnati Reds pitcher Andrew Abbott (41) throws against the San Diego Padres in the first inning at Peoria Sports Complex. Mandatory Credit: Rick Scuteri-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Activate Andrew Abbott, Send Will Benson to Minors Ahead of Matchup With Pirates

Mar 29, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds starting pitcher Nick Lodolo (40) pitches against the San Francisco Giants in the first inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Making History: Cincinnati Reds Do Something They Haven't Done in 35+ Years

Mar 31, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds outfielder Jake Fraley (27) bats against the Texas Rangers in the second inning at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Reds Outfielder Jake Fraley Scratched From Lineup Due to Injury

Apr 5, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Cincinnati Reds shortstop Elly De La Cruz (44) looks on during batting practice prior to the game against the Milwaukee Brewers at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

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New Face of Major League Baseball? MLB Analyst Makes Bold Prediction About Elly De La Cruz

New Face of Major League Baseball? MLB Analyst Makes Bold Prediction About Elly De La Cruz. The Reds star shortstop has the potential to be one of the top players in baseball.

Apr 1, 2025; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Matt McLain (9) at bat in the seventh inning against the Texas Rangers at Great American Ball Park. Mandatory Credit: Katie Stratman-Imagn Images

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Terry Francona Shares Latest Injury Update on Reds Second Baseman Matt McLain

Apr 3, 2025; Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA; Cincinnati Reds third base Jeimer Candelario (3) gathers his thoughts before his first at bat against the Milwaukee Brewers in the first inning at American Family Field. Mandatory Credit: Michael McLoone-Imagn Images

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Cincinnati Reds Make History Again: For the Wrong Reasons

Cincinnati Reds Make History Again: For the Wrong Reasons. The Reds haven't scored a run in three-straight games.

Mar 30, 2025; Kansas City, Missouri, USA; Kansas City Royals left fielder Jonathan India (6) reacts after being hit by a pitch during the ninth inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Kauffman Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

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Watch: Former Cincinnati Reds Star Jonathan India Hit in Face By Pitch

Watch: Former Cincinnati Reds Star and Current Kansas City Royals Infielder Jonathan India Hit in Face By Pitch. Hopefully he didn't suffer an injury, but this was a scary moment.

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'

Cincinnati Reds Injury Update: Tyler Stephenson Making Progress, 'Close to 100 Percent.' The Reds are hoping to get the 28-year-old back in the lineup in the near future.

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

Look: Cincinnati Reds Star Elly De La Cruz Put Up Huge Numbers in Spring Training. The Reds are hoping this is the start of a spectacular season for their young star.

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

Cincinnati Reds Get Bad Injury News on Former All-Star Reliever Alexis Diaz Ahead of Opening Day. The Reds are hoping Diaz can re-gain his All-Star form at some point this season.

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.