Cincinnati's unofficial holiday, Opening Day for the , is just one week away. Many fans will no-doubt start celebrating early, but the official festivities begin at noon next Monday with the 97th annual , featuring former Reds manager as grand marshal.
Then the Reds open the season at Great American Ballpark with the first of a three-game series with the Philadelphia Phillies. Game time is 4:10.
Joining us to discuss the Opening Day tradition in Cincinnati, and to share their thoughts on how the team will perform this year, are former Reds Manager Lou Piniella; sports writers and John Erardi; and WVXU reporter and avid baseball fan .