Kevin Costner to serve as special guest for Netflix's MLB Field of Dreams broadcast
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 6:00 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026
Kevin Costner will play a role in the MLB Field of Dreams game broadcast on Thursday night, August 13. Netflix aims to integrate elements from the film into the coverage. Costner previously appeared in the inaugural game, leading teams onto the field. His participation this time remains somewhat unclear, with Netflix not confirming if he will be in Iowa or utilizing prerecorded content. The broadcast team includes Matt Vasgersian, CC Sabathia, and Barry Bonds among others.
- •Costner was part of the first Field of Dreams game broadcast.
- •Netflix aims to incorporate film elements into the broadcast.
- •The broadcast is set for Thursday night, August 13.
- •Matt Vasgersian, CC Sabathia, and Barry Bonds will also contribute.
- •Netflix has not confirmed if Costner will be physically present.
- 6:00 AMYahoo Sports — What we know about Kevin Costner's role on Netflix's MLB Field of Dreams broadcast
"Here's the role that Costner is expected to play in the special MLB broadcast.
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