Sep 24, 2024; Cleveland, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Reds second baseman Jonathan India (6) throws to first base in the third inning against the Cleveland Guardians at Progressive Field. Mandatory Credit: David Richard-Imagn Images David Richard-Imagn Images

'They Gave Me a Chance' - Former Red Jonathan India Reflects on Time With Reds

Originally posted on Cincinnati Reds on SI
By Greg Kuffner | Last updated May 26, 2025 6:01 PM ET

The Cincinnati Reds started a three-game series with the Kansas City Royals on Monday afternoon at Kauffman Stadium.

Before the game, Jim Day caught up with former Reds second baseman Jonathna India to reflect on his time as a Red.

"They gave me a chance," India told Jim Day. "That's all I asked for. They raised me. I definitely always think about the times I had with the Reds. I had very good moments with them. I went through the struggles with them and went through the great times with them. They made me into the player I am today."

The 28-year-old slashed .253/.352/.412 with 170 extra-base hits in 523 games with the Reds.

India has struggled so far this year with Kansas City, slashing just .226/.327/.299 with 11 extra-base hits in 47 games with the Royals.

This article first appeared on Cincinnati Reds on SI and was syndicated with permission.

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