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.

Jun 5, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Balitimore Orioles right fielder Heston Kjerstad (13) takes a swing during an at-bat against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

News

The struggling shortstop got Friday off, a rarity in this lost season for him, and returned in peak form, going 4-4 with two homers Sunday

Aug 29, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Shane Baz (34) checks his performance against the Athletics on a tablet during the second inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

News

The Orioles survived another weird game in Sacramento to pull within a game of the final Wild Card and win their third straight series

Nov 9, 2025; Mesa, AZ, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Enrique Bradfield Jr. during the Arizona Fall League Fall Stars Game at Sloan Park. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Opinion

There are two youngsters at AAA who the Orioles might as well get a look at in a limited sample who could add depth in spots it it desperately needed

Jul 18, 2026; Houston, Texas, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) walks to the dugout after striking out against the Houston Astros during the first inning at Daikin Park. Mandatory Credit: Erik Williams-Imagn Images

Opinion

The Orioles starting/bench splits are startling, with longtime exec Jim Duquette explaining the Orioles brass keeps making the same mistakes

Aug 28, 2026; West Sacramento, California, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Brandon Young (63) delivers a pitch against the Athletics during the first inning at Sutter Health Park. Mandatory Credit: D. Ross Cameron-Imagn Images

News

Baltimore wasted a gem from starter Brandon Young and the lineup fell silent for seven innings before pulled out a victory

Jul 1, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles infielder Blaze Alexander (23) hits a RBI triple in the sixth inning against the Chicago White Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

News

Alexander was one of the top hitters in baseball before getting hit by a pitch, with struggling Gunnar Henderson sitting in his place

Aug 27, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Orioles second baseman Jackson Holliday (7) reacts after hitting a double against the St. Louis Cardinals during the fourth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Opinion

We don't need any grand proclamations about the experiment, like a year ago, but the 22-year-old might as well get a run there in a lost season

Jul 10, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (17) crashes into the center field wall as he tries unsuccessfully to catch a home run ball hit by Kansas City outfielder Isaac Collins (1) in the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

Opinion

Longtime MLB executive Jim Duquette has studied the situation closely and each OF on the roster and breaks it down for Birdland

Aug 26, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Orioles third baseman Christian Encarnacion-Strand (32) reacts after hitting a go ahead one run double against the St. Louis Cardinals during the ninth inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Opinion

It's no surprise Orioles baseball czar Mike Elias fell for this journeyman, who has the same strengths and weaknesses that result in such middling rosters and seasons

Aug 26, 2026; St. Louis, Missouri, USA; Baltimore Orioles starting pitcher Kyle Bradish (38) throws against the St. Louis Cardinals during the second inning at Busch Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Curry-Imagn Images

Opinion

Albernaz has shown repeatedly he has no business running a major league dugout and his handling of Bradish after two seasons marred by elbow problems was another example

Aug 21, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) makes a catch during the third inning against the Tampa Bay Rays at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Opinion

Longtime MLB exec Jim Duquette agrees with our plan to try to return Baltimore to "The Oriole Way' with sound fundamentals and better defense by next season

Aug 15, 2026; St. Petersburg, Florida, USA; Baltimore Orioles first baseman Pete Alonso (25) celebrates a home run during the fifth inning against Tampa Bay Rays at Tropicana Field. Mandatory Credit: Pablo Robles-Imagn Images

Opinion

Manager Craig Albernaz can't seem to keep his story straight about the slugger who is carrying this team. but some things are just obvious

Jason La Canfora

Joined: Apr 15, 2026

Orioles Recalling Former Second-Overall Pick Heston Kjerstad For Bench Role In Playoff Push

The Orioles' Arms Are Crying Out For A 6-Man Rotation. Will Mike Elias Listen?

Orioles Claim Fallen Former All-Star CF Luis Robert Jr. On Waivers According To Reports

Ranking Orioles’ Remaining Series by Import for Playoff Implications

News

Refreshed Gunnar Henderson Powers Orioles To Sweep Over The A's

News

Orioles Gloves Show Up in Rare Win With Shane Baz On The Mound

Opinion

The Two Prospects The Orioles Should Promote In September

Opinion

Longtime MLB Exec Believes Orioles Management Played Major Role In Lineup Failures

News

Orioles Scrounge Out Extra-Innings Win Over A's To Stay On Fringe Of Wild Card Race

News

Orioles Blaze Alexander Batting Leadoff And Playing Short In Return From IL

Opinion

The Orioles Should Stick With Jackson Holliday In The Leadoff Spot (For Now)

Opinion

The Orioles Must Get Creative To Revamp Their Outfield For 2027

Orioles Should Ride Encarnacion-Strand's Hot Streak For Now But His Future Remains Suspect

Manager Craig Albernaz Hangs Starter Kyle Bradish Out To Dry, Orioles Barely Win Anyway

Orioles Gunnar Henderson Must Move To Third Base In 2027 (And Jackson Holliday To OF)

Red-hot Pete Alonso Back at DH For Orioles With Ongoing Calf Issue