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Viewers criticize Will Ferrell's commentary at MLB Home Run Derby

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 14, 2026, 1:03 AM

Last updated Jul 14, 2026

Viewers criticize Will Ferrell's commentary at MLB Home Run Derby

Summary

The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby, airing on Netflix, featured Will Ferrell and co-stars providing commentary during player introductions. Their commentary conflicted with legendary announcer Michael Buffer's introductions, leading to confusion among viewers. Many fans found the commentary awkward and poorly timed, with several expressing their dissatisfaction on social media. The event marks Netflix's debut in broadcasting the Home Run Derby under its three-year media rights agreement with MLB. Despite the promotion of 'The Hawk', a series starring Ferrell, the commentary did not resonate well with the audience.

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Key Details

•The Home Run Derby took place at Citizens Bank Park on July 14.
•Ferrell, Luke Wilson, and Jimmy Tatro provided commentary during player introductions.
•Michael Buffer's simultaneous introductions created a clash with their commentary.
•Viewer reactions on social media were largely negative regarding the commentary style.
•This is Netflix's first year broadcasting the Home Run Derby as part of MLB's media rights agreement.

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1:03 AMYahoo Sports — Netflix viewers didn’t like Will Ferrell-led commentary to open MLB Home Run Derby

What they're saying

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The 2026 MLB Home Run Derby is on Netflix, and quite predictably, that’s led to Netflix going all in to promote its additional current and future content offerings. And with The Hawk — a Netflix comedy series starring Will Ferrell as Lonnie “The Hawk” Hawkins — set to premiere on July 16, Netflix even had…
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