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sports23 days ago

MLB probes Grand Teton for national park game amid White House denial and conservation backlash

Major League Baseball has approached the Trump administration about hosting a game in a national park, with officials scouting Grand Teton National Park. The White House denies this is a presidential priority, and no permits have been granted. Conservation groups and local officials strongly oppose the idea, calling it a radical departure from park traditions. The earliest possible date for such a game is 2028, as the 2027 schedule is already set.

via Bleacher Report|

#field-of-dreams #grand-teton #mlb

sports-media2 months ago•2 min saved

Netflix's Field of Dreams Game Draws Record Low Audience Amid Paywall Backlash

The 2026 MLB Field of Dreams Game in Dyersville, Iowa, averaged 1.66 million viewers on Netflix, marking a significant drop from previous years. While the broadcast featured high-quality production and celebrity appearances, poor marketing and the shift to a paywalled streaming service led to disappointing ratings compared to traditional network broadcasts.

via Awful Announcing|

#dyersville #field-of-dreams #mlb

sports-media2 months ago•28 min saved

Netflix's Field of Dreams Debut Draws Half the Audience of Its FOX Predecessor

The return of the MLB Field of Dreams game to Dyersville, Iowa, after a four-year hiatus resulted in a significant viewership drop on Netflix. The Phillies-Twins matchup averaged 1.66 million viewers, down from 3.10 million for the 2022 FOX broadcast and nearly 6 million for the 2021 debut. While the event featured a new permanent stadium and 26 Hall of Famers, it was the least-watched of Netflix’s three MLB special events this year. The game is scheduled to return in 2027 on NBC.

via sportsmediawatch.com|

#field-of-dreams #mlb #netflix

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

NBC to Televise 2027 Field of Dreams Game, Royals vs Red Sox

MLB and Universal Pictures announced that the 2027 Field of Dreams Game will air on NBC, with the Kansas City Royals hosting the Boston Red Sox in Dyersville, Iowa on Aug. 12. Netflix this year carried the event as part of its MLB package, but will be replaced by a Netflix special event in the future. NBC Sports will co-produce this year’s Netflix broadcast before taking over rights for 2027; Netflix’s MLB package extends through 2028 and will continue to include Opening Night and the Home Run Derby, plus another unnamed special game.

via Awful Announcing|

#field-of-dreams #mlb #nbc-sports

sports2 months ago•11 min saved

Fans Lash Out as Field of Dreams Game Moves Behind Netflix Paywall

Baseball’s Field of Dreams game (Phillies vs. Twins) in Iowa will be streamed on Netflix this year instead of Fox, placing it behind a Netflix paywall and sparking widespread fan frustration over access and pricing. The piece highlights Netflix’s ad-supported and premium plans and the awkward shift in how fans must subscribe to watch, while also noting other sports tidbits like LLWS regional moments and Tricia Whitaker’s cottage getaway.

via Fox News|

#baseball #field-of-dreams #mlb

sports2 months ago•7 min saved

Phillies-Twins Field of Dreams spectacle streams on Netflix

The Field of Dreams Game returned to Dyersville, Iowa, with the Phillies and Twins in a cornfield spectacle streamed on Netflix; Kyle Schwarber delivered a second homer of the night (his 37th of the season) to boost the Phillies, and Bryce Harper added an RBI as Minnesota’s Taj Bradley had a rough start. ceremonial first pitches were thrown by Andruw Jones and Jeff Kent, and MLB foreshadowed a possible 2027 return amid a star-studded Hall of Fame presence and nostalgia around the film.

via USA Today|

#field-of-dreams #mlb #netflix

sports2 months ago•1 min saved

MLB Debuts at New Field of Dreams Stadium as Twins Take on Phillies

MLB returns to the Field of Dreams site in a new 8,000-seat stadium for the first time, with the Minnesota Twins facing the Philadelphia Phillies; first pitch is at 6:30 p.m. local time, weather permitting. Non-ticketed spectators are urged to stay away to prevent road congestion, and the game will be livestreamed on Netflix if you can’t attend. Rain delays could push the game to Friday, with updates on MLB.com and continued local coverage by KCRG.

via KCRG|

#field-of-dreams #mlb #netflix

sports2 months ago•9 min saved

Lauren Shehadi Takes Center Field for Netflix’s Field of Dreams Live

Lauren Shehadi discusses her lifelong connection to baseball as she anchors Netflix’s live Field of Dreams broadcast from Dyersville, Iowa, blending reverence for the game with entertainment while focusing on moments viewers wouldn’t see and showcasing Netflix’s evolving approach to live baseball.

via Awful Announcing|

#broadcasting #field-of-dreams #lauren-shehadi

white-sox-news2 months ago•31 min saved

Tim Anderson retires after a decade in MLB

Tim Anderson has announced his retirement after 10 MLB seasons, citing persistent pain and anxiety from injuries that hindered his ability to compete, despite loving the game. The former White Sox shortstop peaked from 2019–2022 with a batting title, Silver Slugger and two All-Star selections, and went 16-for-33 in the postseason. He hasn’t played since being released by the Angels in 2025 after a prior stint with the Marlins, and suggests he may remain connected to the White Sox through community outreach and a Sept. 17 first-pitch ceremony to honor his career.

via Sox Machine|

#field-of-dreams #injuries #retirement

entertainment2 years ago•8 min saved

Gaby Hoffmann's Viral Remarks on Kevin Costner

Gaby Hoffmann shared her experience working with Kevin Costner on "Field of Dreams," stating she didn't feel a paternal connection with him, unlike her warm relationship with co-star Ray Liotta. Meanwhile, Kevin Costner discussed his struggles with the production of "Yellowstone," citing script delays and contract issues, but remains open to returning to the series.

via Daily Mail|

#entertainment #field-of-dreams #gaby-hoffmann

entertainment2 years ago•2 min saved

Gaby Hoffmann's Candid Take on 'Field of Dreams' Co-Star Kevin Costner

Gaby Hoffmann, who played Kevin Costner's daughter in "Field of Dreams," revealed that she did not feel a paternal connection with Costner off-screen, contrasting her warm memories of co-star Ray Liotta. Hoffmann, who took a break from acting in the early 2000s, has recently made a comeback with roles in "Girls" and "Transparent," and currently stars in the Netflix series "Eric."

via Yahoo Entertainment|

#entertainment #field-of-dreams #gaby-hoffmann

entertainment2 years ago•3 min saved

"Kevin Costner Chosen Over Robin Williams for 'Field of Dreams' Role"

Kevin Costner revealed that he almost lost the iconic role of Ray Kinsella in "Field of Dreams" to Robin Williams. Despite Williams' rising fame, the director chose Costner, believing audiences would find his portrayal more believable. The 1989 film became a classic, deeply moving Costner with its script and themes of unspoken familial bonds.

via Fox News|

#casting #entertainment #field-of-dreams

entertainment2 years ago•1 min saved

Kevin Costner Remembers Ben Affleck and Matt Damon as 'Field of Dreams' Extras

Kevin Costner reminisced on Jimmy Kimmel Live about meeting Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as enthusiastic extras on the set of Field of Dreams. Damon fondly recalled the encounter, highlighting Costner's kindness. Costner also shared his emotional reaction to the standing ovation at the Cannes premiere of his film Horizon: An American Saga Chapter 1, which releases on June 28, with Chapter 2 following on August 16.

via Deadline|

#ben-affleck #entertainment #field-of-dreams

entertainment3 years ago•3 min saved

Iowa's "Field of Dreams" Transforms with New Purpose and Amenities

Plans for a "Field of Dreams" TV series based on the iconic baseball field in Dyersville, Iowa, were canceled, leaving the Moeckly family with a built baseball field and no show. Despite the setback, the family has partnered with North Polk Schools to allow the local high school baseball team to use the field. The community hopes to make the most of the situation, with plans for a "Sandlot"-style evening of baseball fun and the eventual goal of playing a regular season game on the field.

via KCCI Des Moines|

#baseball #disappointment #entertainment

sports3 years ago•0 min saved

MLB's Field of Dreams game moves to new locations.

The next Field of Dreams MLB game, originally set to take place in Iowa, may be moved to Rickwood Field in Birmingham, Alabama next year. The game is reportedly between the San Francisco Giants and the Saint Louis Cardinals, but Major League Baseball has not confirmed the change.

via KCRG|

#alabama #baseball #field-of-dreams