Netflix seeks Kevin Costner for MLB's Field of Dreams game coverage
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 29, 2026, 6:00 PM
Last updated Jun 29, 2026
Netflix is attempting to recruit Kevin Costner for its coverage of the upcoming Field of Dreams game between the Minnesota Twins and Philadelphia Phillies, scheduled for August 13. Costner, known for his role in the iconic 1989 film, previously participated in the 2021 game broadcast on Fox Sports. Elle Duncan, who will host Netflix's coverage, expressed enthusiasm for Costner's involvement, given his connection to baseball and the film. This will be Netflix's inaugural season broadcasting MLB games, including events like the Home Run Derby and MLB Opening Night.
- •Field of Dreams game set for August 13 in Dyersville, Iowa.
- •Costner previously featured in Fox's 2021 game broadcast.
- •Elle Duncan will host Netflix's coverage of the Field of Dreams game.
- •Netflix is first-time rightsholder for MLB events this season.
- •Home Run Derby coverage will feature analysts including Barry Bonds and CC Sabathia.
- 8:00 PMYahoo Sports — Netflix hopes to add Kevin Costner to Field of Dreams Game broadcast
- 6:00 PMYahoo Sports — Netflix Recruiting Kevin Costner for ‘Field of Dreams’ Game
"Netflix will soon air its third MLB event of the year, the Field of Dreams game, and hopes to involve Hollywood star Kevin Costner in the telecast. Elle Duncan, who joined Netflix as a host in December 2025, broke the news during an interview with Front Office Sports. “Netflix always makes a really compelling pitch,”…
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External links- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 8:00 PMNetflix hopes to add Kevin Costner to Field of Dreams Game broadcast
Netflix will soon air its third MLB event of the year, the Field of Dreams game, and hopes to involve Hollywood star Kevin Costner in the telecast. Elle Duncan, who joined Netflix as a host in December 2025, broke the news during an interview with Front Office Sports. “Netflix always makes a really compelling pitch,”…
- Yahoo SportsJun 29, 2026, 6:00 PMNetflix Recruiting Kevin Costner for ‘Field of Dreams’ Game
Netflix will stream the game on Aug. 13.
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