Bold headline: A Baltimore radio staple just stepped away from the mic after six years of afternoons, leaving fans wondering what comes next.
Jason La Canfora, a Baltimore native and longtime audience favorite on 105.7 The Fan, has exited WJZ-FM/“The Fan” in Catonsville, Maryland, after six years co-hosting the 2–6 pm slot. The move marks the end of a notable chapter for a broadcaster who has built a broad career across print and television as well as radio.
Background in brief: La Canfora began his journalism path as a newspaper reporter covering the NHL’s Detroit Red Wings for the Detroit Free Press. He then spent about a decade reporting on the NFL’s Washington Redskins for the Washington Post, before transitioning to television and digital platforms with NFL.com and the NFL Network as an insider and reporter beginning in 2009. In 2012, he took on a similar role at CBS Sports, a position he has continued alongside his radio duties. Before joining afternoons at WJZ-FM, he also contributed regularly to Audacy’s sports stations nationwide.
What happened: In a staff memo, Audacy Baltimore SVP/Market Manager Tracy Brandys announced La Canfora’s departure and outlined next steps: the station will begin the process of identifying a replacement and will post the opening soon. Brandys extended well wishes to La Canfora for his future pursuits. La Canfora confirmed to the Baltimore Banner that he is no longer on the air today, saying, “I’m definitely not on radio today!”
Current lineup: Co-host Ken Weinman and producer Tim Barbalace will continue in the afternoon slot, maintaining consistency for listeners who tune in for their chemistry and analysis.
Why this matters: La Canfora’s exit closes a chapter for a station that has leaned on his insider perspective and NFL expertise. For fans, the question now is who will fill the void in the 2–6 pm window, how the show’s dynamic might shift, and what this means for the station’s sports talk identity going forward.
Controversy and discussion prompts: Some listeners may push for rapid changes to preserve the show’s momentum, while others argue for patience to align a new host with the Station’s brand. What kind of changes would you welcome in the afternoon lineup—more insider NFL analysis, broader sports coverage, or a shift toward lighter, more entertainment-focused sports talk? And what do you think about the balance between local broadcasting talent and national insider expertise in shaping a station’s voice? Share your thoughts in the comments.
Summary takeaway: After six years in the afternoon slot, Jason La Canfora has exited 105.7 The Fan, with Ken Weinman and Tim Barbalace continuing in the afternoon lineup as the station moves to fill the vacancy and chart a new path for its listener-focused sports talk.
