Jason La Canfora

Joined: Apr 15, 2026

Jason La Canfora has covered the NFL and MLB for decades and currently covers the Ravens and Orioles for On SI.

May 29, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Samuel Basallo (29) runs to third base during the second inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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When the Orioles top baseball czar becomes fixated on making himself look smart about an acquisition or prospect, the joke almost always ends up on the Orioles

May 29, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers (28) throws during the first inning against the Toronto Blue Jays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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Opening Day starter Trevor Rogers cruised through six innings and totally fell apart in the 7th as the Blue Jays surged to a 6-5 win

May 24, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) runs to third base in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

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The Orioles made an incredibly sound investment in rookie catcher Samuel Basallo at a time when Adley Rutschman's contract is nearing expiration

May 27, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) tags Toronto Blue Jays right fielder Jesus Sanchez (12) out during the second inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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Two of the oldest starters in MLB combined to yield just two runs in what became a bullpen game before Baltimore and Toronto

Shane Baz, of the Orioles, gets ready to deliver a pitch, Monday, May 4, 2026, at Yankee Stadium.

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Over a third into the season, the Orioles are telling you who they are. But what Shane Baz could be will go a long ways to defining whether they contend or pretend

May 27, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trey Gibson (43) throws during the second inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

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The Orioles completed a shocking trade of the Rays in just as decisive fashion as Tampa swept Baltimore last week

May 26, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Shane Baz (34) pitches in the first inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

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Shane Baz has stymied his former team twice in a week, extending the Orioles recent run of quality play

May 16, 2026; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Baltimore Orioles center fielder Leody Taveras (30) singles against the Washington Nationals during the second inning at Nationals Park. Mandatory Credit: Brad Mills-Imagn Images

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This low-level signing makes a strong case as an all-around performer. He's excelled getting on base, running the bases and in the field.

May 25, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (17) celebrates with teammates at home plate after hitting the game-winning two run home run against Tampa Bay Rays pitcher Jesse Scholtens (not pictured) during the thirteenth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-Imagn Images

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The Orioles battled back repeatedly in the late innings and won it on another game-ending home run from Colton Cowser

May 24, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers (28) pitches in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

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The Orioles Opening Day starter couldn't get through five innings against arguably the worst lineup in baseball,

May 24, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Brandon Young (63) pitches in the first inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

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The Orioles won a second straight game against the Tigers on Colton Cowser's three-run blast off closer Kenley Jansen

May 22, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles infielder Jackson Holliday (7) hits a two-run home run in the fourth inning against the Detroit Tigers at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

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It takes some doing to give up four runs to Detroit these days, and Baltimore won despite managing to do just that

Jason La Canfora

Joined: Apr 15, 2026

The Orioles Must Reverse Their Play On the Road. Here's How Starting Tues At Fenway Park

Five Vital Takeaways From Orioles Winning Homestand

Blaze Alexander Was Brutal In April And Masterful In May. Here's What To Expect In June

Orioles Capitalize On 11 Walks And Late Clutch Hits In Wild Comeback Win

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Mike Elias Seems Intent On Pretending Anthony Nunez Is Something He Is Not

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Albernaz Sticks With Rogers Too Long, Orioles Blow 5 Run Lead In Loss To Toronto

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The Orioles Have The Most Productive Catching Tandem In MLB. Here's Why 1 Should Be Dealt By The Deadline

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Orioles Bats Silenced, Wasting Gem From Bassitt To Drop Opener To Blue Jays

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This Orioles Season Hinges On 2 Particular Pitches From 1 Starting Pitcher

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Trey Gibson, Backed By Orioles Crisp Defense And Big Bats, Cruises To First MLB Win

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Baz Dominates His Former Team And Orioles Secure Series Win Over Rays

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No One Would Have Guessed The Orioles MVP Through 1/3 Of The Season

Cowser's Second Walk-off Blast In Two Days Keys Orioles Biggest Win Of Season

Rogers Should Be Out Of Orioles Rotation After Latest Setback To Tigers

Improbable Walk-off Homer Clinches Winning Series For Orioles Over Tigers

Orioles Overcome Suspect Starting Pitching Against Spiraling Tigers