Netflix Takes Over MLB Home Run Derby, Field of Dreams Game Coming to Iowa
For the first time in over 30 years, ESPN will not broadcast the MLB Home Run Derby. Netflix has secured exclusive rights to the event as part of a new three-year deal with Major League Baseball, marking a major shift in how fans watch America's pastime.
The streaming giant is now the home for several marquee baseball events, including Opening Night and the Home Run Derby. But for Iowa baseball fans, one highlight stands out: the Field of Dreams game is returning to the state, and it will be streamed exclusively on Netflix.
What the Netflix-MLB Deal Means for Iowa
The Field of Dreams game, set for August 13, will feature the Minnesota Twins against the Philadelphia Phillies at the ball