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 4, 2025; Seattle, Washington, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Colton Cowser (17) waits for a pitch during an at-bat against the Seattle Mariners at T-Mobile Park. Mandatory Credit: Stephen Brashear-Imagn Images

Opinion

Kids who have barely signed won't have to wait long to be featured prominent on the O's top-prospect lists anymore

Apr 13, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) rounds the bases to score on shortstop Gunnar Henderson (not pictured) RBI triple against the Arizona Diamondbacks in the third inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Opinion

These mid-seasons designations could only go to two Orioles. It's just that easy

Jun 30, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trey Gibson (43) pitching in the first inning against the Chicago White Sox at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Lexi Thompson-Imagn Images

Opinion

There isn't much in the high minors going on for The Birds right now but a fe Norfolk Tides should get a look

Aug 9, 2023; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles manager Brandon Hyde (left) removes pitcher Shintaro Fujinami (right) from the game in the eighth inning at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Mitch Stringer-USA TODAY Sports

Opinion

Anyone who thinks the Orioles baseball czar has a clue how to help a team contend in season is ignoring his entire history 8 years on the job

Jul 8, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles outfielder Tyler O'Neill (9) rounds the bases after hitting a home run in the seventh inning against the Chicago Cubs at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Jamie Sabau-Imagn Images

Opinion

Tyler O'Neill doesn't make sense on this roster, but if the Orioles eat enough of his contract he can find a new home

Baltimore Orioles shortstop Gunnar Henderson (2) throws to first base for a tag out in the eighth inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Baltimore Orioles, Friday, July 3, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

Opinion

Expected the Orioles to turn around their entire season is too much, but fixing their best player would help

Nov 7, 2023; Scottsdale, AZ, USA; Baltimore Orioles general manager Mike Elias speaks to the media during the MLB General Manager's Meetings at Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-USA TODAY Sports

Opinion

We go around the diamond at each position to see who has fielded the most, and hit the most, and how it stands vs the rest of MLB from 2019-now

Baltimore Orioles pitcher Trevor Rogers (28) throws a pitch in the first inning of a MLB game between the Cincinnati Reds and Baltimore Orioles, Friday, July 3, 2026, at Great American Ball Park in downtown Cincinnati.

Opinion

The focus on whether Mike Elias should buy or sell has mostly been on the bats, but he has some interesting arms that could fetch real returns too

Jul 12, 2026; Baltimore, Maryland, USA; Baltimore Orioles catcher Adley Rutschman (35) waives to the fans before a game against the Kansas City Royals at Oriole Park at Camden Yards. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

News

It's long been obvious the Orioles took the wrong player first overall, but it's not just Bobby Witt Jr. who is out-producing him

Nov 4, 2025; Baltimore, MD, USA; President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias introduces Craig Albernaz as the Baltimore Orioles new Manager at Warehouse Bar. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

News

Of the many massive issues for this franchise under their head of baseball operations, constantly chasing the standings stands out

Nov 4, 2025; Baltimore, MD, USA; Left: Craig Albernaz looks at Right: President of Baseball Operations Mike Elias after being introduced as the Baltimore Orioles new Manager at Warehouse Bar. Mandatory Credit: Daniel Kucin Jr.-Imagn Images

Opinion

The Orioles are an after thought again at the break as Elias pretends he's going to guy top talent ahead of the deadline.

May 3, 2026; Bronx, New York, USA; New York Yankees second baseman Jazz Chisholm Jr. (13) chases Baltimore Orioles shortstop Blaze Alexander (23) during a rundown in the third inning at Yankee Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

News

Alexander was a top 10 hitter in MLB since April 28th and the most dynamic and versatile player on the roster. His broken hand will take a toll

Jason La Canfora

Joined: Apr 15, 2026

One Current Oriole And One Prospect Put on Notice by the MLB Draft

Orioles Bats Come Alive Late Again, Beat Houston For 5th Straight Win

The Biggest Mistake The Orioles Can't Repeat In The Second Half of the Season

Orioles Player Most Likely to Be Traded After the All-Star Break

Opinion

Where the Orioles Top Draft Picks Rank Among the Organization's Best Prospects

Opinion

The Biggest Orioles Surprise (And Disappointment) of the First Half for the Season

Opinion

Three Most Likely Orioles Prospects to Be Called Up After the All-Star Break

Opinion

When Mike Elias "Buys" At The Trade Deadline The Joke Is Always On The Orioles

Opinion

Orioles Must Consider DFA For Former Slugger During All-Star Break

Opinion

One Key Change the Orioles Must Make Immediately After the Break

Opinion

The Orioles' Team Leader At Each Position During Their Endless Rebuild Reveals Its Deep Flaws

Opinion

The Orioles Rotation Has Been Their Biggest Surprise. So It's Time To Sell High On 2 Starters

Adley Rutschman's Production Pales In Comparison To Many Members Of His 2019 Draft Class

The Orioles Have Wasted Another First Half Under Mike Elias. Happens Almost Every Year

Mike Elias's 6 Biggest Failures Explain Why The Orioles Are In Another Lost Season

Losing Blaze Alexander Is Devastating For The Orioles At The Plate, In The Field And On The Base Paths