Behind the Mic: WNBA Adds Sue Bird, Sophie Cunningham to Networks’ Commentary Teams; John Buccigross Signed to ESPN Extension

ADVERTISEMENT Behind the Mic: WNBA Adds Sue Bird, Sophie Cunningham to Networks' Commentary Teams; John Buccigross Signed to ESPN Extension Posted on: April 14, 2026 • 23 minute read ADVERTISEMENT Behind The Mic provides a roundup of recent news regarding on-air talent, including new deals, departures, and assignments compiled from press releases and reports around the industry. In this week’s edition, Logan Webb to join SiriusXM roster of for the 2026 MLB season; ESPN and Omaha Productions launch a new digital show tonight with host Jeff Passan; and more Anthony Rizzo, John Kruk, and C.J. Nitkowski Join NBC Sports’ Sunday Night Baseball Announce Team for Braves-Phillies, This Sunday, April 19 at 7 P.M. ET on Peacock and NBCSN World Series Champion and three-time All-Star first baseman Anthony Rizzo , three-time All-Star first baseman John Kruk and 10-year MLB pitcher C.J. Nitkowski join NBC Sports’ announce team for this week’s edition of Sunday Night Baseball , as 2023 National League MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Atlanta Braves visit two-time NL MVP Bryce Harper and the Philadelphia Phillies at Citizens Bank Park, Sunday, April 19 at 7 p.m. ET on Peacock and NBCSN. The Braves (2018-23) and Phillies (2024-25) have combined to win the last eight National League East titles. As of today, the Braves have hit 21 home runs, good for the second highest total in all of baseball. Braves’ catcher and 2025 National League Rookie of the Year Drake Baldwin leads the league in runs (16) and is tied for second in runs batted in (17). Phillies left fielder Kyle Schwarber is tied for the most home runs in the MLB since the start of last season. This week’s Sunday Night Baseball announce team features play-by-play voice Jason Benetti joined in the booth by analysts John Kruk and C.J. Nitkowski . Ahmed Fareed will host the pregame show alongside Anthony Rizzo , who will also provide “Inside the Pitch” commentary from the batter’s perspective during the game. Kruk began his 10-season MLB career (1986-1995) with the San Diego Padres. After four years in San Diego, the first baseman was traded to the Philadelphia Phillies where he was selected to the NL All-Star team in 1991, 1992, and 1993. Kruk set career highs in home runs (21) and runs batted in (92) in 1991. In 1993 he batted .316, hit 14 home runs and drove in 85 runs, helping to lead the Phillies to the World Series, where he batted .348 as Philadelphia lost in six games to the Toronto Blue Jays. He finished his playing career with a .300 batting average. Since 2017, Kruk has been an analyst for Phillies’ game telecasts on NBC Sports Philadelphia. In the prior 13 seasons, Kruk served as a studio analyst on ESPN’s Baseball Tonight (2004-11) and a game analyst on ESPN’s Sunday Night Baseball (2012-16). A 10-year MLB pitcher, Nitkowski played for eight teams from 1995-2005. He pitched in 336 games for Cincinnati, Detroit, Houston, New York (NL), Texas, Atlanta, New York (AL) and Washington. Before beginning his broadcast career in 2013, Nitkowski spent four seasons pitching in Japan and Korea. Currently in his third year in the Braves broadcast booth, Nitkowski this season became the lead BravesVision game analyst. Previously, he was an analyst for Texas Rangers telecasts on Bally Sports Southwest from 2017-23 where he was nominated for 11 Lone Star Emmy Awards, winning six times. He also served as a national game and studio analyst for FOX Sports from 2014-19. A three-time MLB All-Star and four-time Gold-Glove winning first baseman, Rizzo caught the final out of the 2016 World Series for the Chicago Cubs, breaking the team’s 108-year championship drought. In 2016, Rizzo set a career high in RBI (109), was awarded a Gold Glove, earned a Silver Slugger, and won the Platinum Glove as the NL’s best overall defensive player. Over 14 seasons with the Padres, Cubs and Yankees, the lefty slugger hit 303 home runs and had four seasons with at least 100 RBIs. In his in-game role as “Inside the Pitch” commentator, Rizzo will provide insight from the batter’s perspective during key at-bats. Rizzo will serve as an analyst for NBC Sports’ MLB coverage throughout the regular season and its exclusive MLB Postseason coverage of the Wild Card Series presented by AbbVie on NBC and Peacock. Peacock MLB Hub Peacock will feature a dedicated MLB Hub , a one-stop destination for fans to access live games, team hubs and highlights. This season, baseball fans will also be able to enjoy popular Peacock features, such as Catch up with Key Plays , if they are tuning in late; Live in Browse , whichdisplays the live game on the Peacock home page for instant context about the matchup and allows viewers to immediately join the live game presentation; and MLB Live Picks , a mobile mini-game for fans to predict the winners. The Sunday Stretch whip-around show will also stream live on Peacock starting May 3, providing viewers with the most compelling action in real time and on replay so they won’t miss a single run or key play. In partnership with Telemundo and Universo, Peacock will provide extensive Spanish-language coverage. Peacock “Game of the Day” (April 14 – April 22) One out-of-market game will be streamed nationally* on Peacock nearly every day of the season. This Tuesday two-time All-Star Bo Bichette and the New York Mets square off against Shohei Ohtani , Andy Pages and the Los Angeles Dodgers with first pitch set for 10:10 p.m. ET on Peacock. ESPN Signs John Buccigross to a New Multi-Year Contract Extension “ESPN was launched in 1979 when I was 13. When I saw Chris Berman do SportsCenter I said, ‘that’s where I want to work.’ With right timing and lots of blessings it happened in 1996. I love my teammates and love sports. I’m a one uniform guy and this is the only team I want to play for.” says John Buccigross, ESPN commentator . MLB All Star Logan Webb Joins SiriusXM Roster SiriusXM announced today that San Francisco Giants star Logan Webb , a two-time All-Star and one of the best arms in baseball, will host his own exclusive SiriusXM show throughout the 2026 MLB season. “Logan’s Webb,” which Webb will co-host alongside veteran SiriusXM host and former major leaguer Ryan Spilborghs, will debut Friday, April 10 at 5 pm ET/2 pm PT on MLB Network Radio, channel 89. Webb and Spilborghs will host one to two new episodes of the show each month throughout the 2026 season, giving fans access to exceptional insights from one of baseball’s best as he shares a player’s perspectives from the field, the clubhouse and away from the ballpark, too. “I’m thrilled to be hosting my first show and excited to connect with baseball fans around the country on SiriusXM,” said Webb. “This will be a fun opportunity for me to bring our listeners inside this game we all love. I’m also looking forward to having some of my Giants teammates on the show with me and sharing firsthand what we see and experience over the course of our season.” Webb is coming off a phenomenal 2025 season. In his seventh year with the Giants, he led the National League in both innings pitched (207) and strikeouts (224), a feat not accomplished by a Giants player since Bill Voiselle in 1944. Webb has been named to the All-Star team for the past two seasons and was the runner-up in the NL Cy Young Award vote in 2023. Webb’s fifth consecutive Opening Day this season placed him just one behind the Giants franchise record of six, which was set by Juan Marichal in 1969. “Logan Webb is one of the most talented players in baseball, and we very excited to have him join our team here at SiriusXM,” said Jared Fox, SVP, Sports Programming, Content Marketing & Partnerships, and Artist Relations for SiriusXM . “MLB Network Radio does an exceptional job of bringing fans closer to the game of baseball. Having an elite player like Logan on the channel, sharing his insights with our listeners as the season unfolds, will be truly enlightening.” Beyond his performance, Webb is celebrated by both fans and those who cover the game. In recognition of his exceptional effort with the media, he was honored with the 2024 Bill Rigney Good Guy Award from the San Francisco chapter of the Baseball Writers’ Association of America. ESPN, APX Content Ventures, Rich Eisen Productions, Firefly Studios and Hello Sunshine Announce “Women’s Sports Now” Premiering April 16 ESPN announced that Emmy Award-winning sports reporter Suzy Shuster , 2x WNBA Champion and All-Star and Atlanta Dream co-owner Renee Montgomery , veteran broadcaster Colleen Wolfe , and comedian and sports superfan Sarah Tiana will bring Women’s Sports Now to ESPN premiering April 16 and available across all ESPN digital platforms on Fridays throughout the season. Making the move to ESPN, Women Sports Now will once again be presented by Miller Lite. The show was developed in collaboration with APX Content Ventures, Rich Eisen Productions, Firefly Studios, Montgomery’s Think Tank Productions and Reese Witherspoon’s Hello Sunshine. The groundbreaking show brings fans into the conversation. Each week, Shuster, Montgomery, Wolfe and Tiana will focus on elevating women’s voices and experiences by setting the narrative around the athletes, storylines and cultural moments that are shaping the sporting landscape. Combined with A-list interviews and high-level insight, Women’s Sports Now successfully threads the needle for both hardcore fans and new audiences. The all-female core team each offer diverse perspectives from the world of sports, journalism and entertainment while sharing the common goal of celebrating the amazing accomplishments of the powerful women across all areas of sports, including basketball, soccer, softball, volleyball, college athletics and more. “We’re continuing to expand how we serve fans of women’s sports,” said Justin Craig, ESPN Vice President of Digital & Audio Production . “With Suzy, Renee, Colleen and Sarah, Women’s Sports Now brings together four dynamic voices who can inform, entertain and connect with audiences in a meaningful way.” “Women’s sports have long created legendary moments, and Miller Lite’s 50-year history is built around the same goal,” said Mara Schaefer, senior director of marketing for Miller Lite . “We’re thrilled to continue our partnership with Women’s Sports Now and cheers to legendary moments for players and fans alike.” “Women’s sports continue to experience a seismic surge in viewership, and Women’s Sports Now is built to meet that moment,” said Firefly Studios’ Sara Rea , who is also producing on behalf of Hello Sunshine. “These dynamic co-hosts bring the perfect mix of sports insight, personality, and fun, creating a dynamic that invites in the casual viewer while still delivering for the die-hard fan. We’re proud to partner with ESPN and brands like Miller Lite that are investing in the future of women’s sports.” “I come to WSN from a place of curiosity,” said Suzy Shuster. “Before WSN and honestly before my daughter Taylor became a full-time hooper, I hadn’t covered women’s sports. Now, I look at the sports world through her eyes. ESPN and Miller Lite share our vision on covering the women who blow our minds daily with their phenomenal athleticism and their ability to juggle the inordinate demands of their professional and personal lives.” Women’s Sports Now is executive produced by Sara Rea (Firefly Studios) and Suzy Shuster (Rich Eisen Productions), as well as Reese Witherspoon and Cassie Scalettar (Hello Sunshine), and produced in collaboration with Think Tank Productions. Rich Eisen Returned to Bristol, Conn., to Host SportsCenter Emmy-nominated sportscaster and host of The Rich Eisen Show on Disney+ and ESPN Radio, Rich Eisen returned to Bristol, Conn., to host SportsCenter at midnight ET Sunday into Monday, April 13, reconnecting with the program where he became a fan favorite. This marks Eisen’s second return to host SportsCenter and his first time back at ESPN headquarters in more than 20 years. “I’m fired up to return to my old stomping grounds to host an old school SportsCenter on such a big sports night just like back in the day,” said Eisen, who hosted SportsCenter — primarily alongside Stuart Scott — from 1996 to 2003. “I’m so fortunate to have that opportunity and can’t wait to get back in the chair. Plus, my BlackBerry charger has been missing for what seems like forever and hope I maybe left it there somewhere.” Eisen will also host The Rich Eisen Show from ESPN’s New York studios on Monday and Tuesday from noon–3 p.m. ET on Disney+ and ESPN Radio. ESPN and Omaha Productions Announce New Digital Show Hosted by Jeff Passan, Launching April 14 ESPN and Omaha Productions announced that Jeff Passan will host Sources Tell Jeff Passan, a new baseball podcast launching Tuesday, April 14. Each week, Passan will break down the biggest stories across Major League Baseball, delivering insider reporting, sharp analysis and his signature perspective on the game. A 30-minute teaser episode of Sources Tell Jeff Passan will debut April 9 at 6 p.m. ET on ESPNEWS, offering fans an early preview of the show ahead of its full launch. “Baseball is having a moment, and we’re trying to make a show worthy of it,” Passan said. “There are so many incredible stories about the game to tell, and we’re going to do it in a way that makes fans smarter and makes them laugh, too. Whether you’re a die-hard or just beginning to learn about the game, we want this show to feel like it’s for you.” The debut episode on April 14 will feature an interview with Tarik Skubal and Paul Skenes, two of the game’s biggest stars. Throughout the season, the podcast will feature conversations with players, executives and insiders from across the sport, going beyond the headlines to tell the full story behind baseball’s biggest moments. “Jeff is one of the most respected and snazziest dressed reporters in baseball, with an unmatched ability to break news and tell the stories,” said Mike Foss, ESPN Senior Vice President, Sports Studio & Entertainment. “His voice, perspective and personality make him a natural fit for this format, and his show will be a must for fans across the sport.” As ESPN’s Senior MLB Insider, Passan is a leading voice across ESPN’s baseball coverage, delivering breaking news, analysis and in-depth reporting. His new podcast expands ESPN’s audio portfolio and underscores its commitment to delivering premium baseball content to fans everywhere. Episodes of Sources Tell Jeff Passan will be available weekly on the ESPN YouTube channel, Apple Podcasts, Spotify and all major podcast platforms. Sue Bird to Join NBC Sports as WNBA Studio Analyst in May 2026 Sue Bird , a four-time WNBA Champion, 13-time WNBA All-Star with the Seattle Storm, and five-time Olympic gold medalist who was elected to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame and the Women’s Basketball Hall of Fame Class of 2025, will join NBC Sports as a studio analyst when the WNBA returns to NBC and debuts on Peacock in 2026. Drawing on two decades as one of the WNBA’s most accomplished and respected competitors, Bird brings an authoritative, experience‑driven perspective shaped by the league’s history and its continued growth. In addition to her studio appearances, Sue will host a series of feature stories throughout the season, with portions airing on television and extended versions available digitally, including on Peacock. These features will give audiences a behind-the-scenes look at the league, shaped by the access and perspective only Bird can provide. Widely considered as one of the greatest players in WNBA history, Bird played 19 seasons in the WNBA, all with the Seattle Storm. Bird’s acclaimed career consists of countless milestones and accomplishments: four WNBA championships (2004, 2010, 2018, 2020), 13 WNBA All-Star selections, eight All-WNBA awards, three WNBA Sportsmanship awards, is the WNBA’s all-time leader in assists (3,234), career starts (580), and minutes played (18,080), is second and third in WNBA history for 3-pointers made (1,001) and steals (724), respectively, three WNBA Assists Leader awards, and she remains the only player to win WNBA titles in three different decades. Bird also enjoyed a decorated international career, winning five consecutive Olympic gold medals in Athens, Beijing, London, Rio and Tokyo. In her final Olympics in Tokyo, Bird was the Team USA flag bearer. “From the talent to the coaching to fan engagement, this league has never been stronger,” said Sue Bird. “I’m so excited to get to tell those stories in real time, dig into the details and give fans a different perspective on everything that makes the WNBA such a special and entertaining league.” “There is no more accomplished player in the history of the WNBA and arguably in all of women’s sports than Sue Bird,” said Senior Vice President and WNBA Coordinating Producer of NBC Sports Betsy Riley . “Sue’s knowledge of the game is unmatched and will bring fans closer to the sport they love, both through analysis and storytelling.” Bird will often work with Maria Taylor, who was announced earlier last year as lead studio host for select WNBA games on NBC and Peacock. Bird was the No. 1 overall pick by the Storm in 2002 out of UConn. A native of Syosset, New York, Bird led the Huskies to two NCAA championships in 2000 and 2002, with her final college championship coming during her senior season highlighted by an undefeated 39-0 record. Bird’s overall record at UConn is 114-4. In her 2002 senior season, Bird won the Naismith College Player of the Year Award. Since retiring from the WNBA, Bird is the first managing director for the USA national women’s team and will be tasked with selecting the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics player roster and coaching staff. Bird is also a part-owner of both the WNBA’s Seattle Storm franchise and the National Women’s Soccer League franchise Gotham FC as a minority investor. A trusted voice in the media, she is host of the podcast “Bird’s Eye View with Sue Bird” and co-host with legendary United States Women’s National Soccer Team player Megan Rapinoe of “A Touch More: The Podcast.” NBC Sports’ presentation of the WNBA begins in May and includes the 2026 WNBA Finals on NBC and Peacock. Sophie Cunningham Joins USA Sports’ WNBA Coverage as an Athlete Contributor Last night, current WNBA forward/guard Sophie Cunningham announced via her social media platforms that she has joined USA Sports as an Athlete Contributor for its upcoming inaugural season of WNBA coverage on USA Network, adding to the previously announced commentators for USA Sports’ coverage of the 2026 WNBA season. As USA Sports’ Athlete Contributor, Cunningham will exclusively join WNBA studio programming on USA Network throughout the regular season and postseason ( as playing schedule permits ). She will additionally contribute to content across USA Sports’ digital and social platforms. Currently a free agent, Cunningham played last season with the Indiana Fever after spending her first six WNBA seasons with the Phoenix Mercury. Known for her high-energy style, toughness, and three-point shooting, Cunningham had a standout career at the University of Missouri (2015-16 – 2018-19), earning three First-Team All-SEC selections, an AP Third-Team All-American honor, and becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer with 2,187 career points. Cunningham’s previous broadcast experience includes being an analyst on the Suns Live! studio show, providing pregame, halftime, and postgame coverage for the Phoenix Suns. She also co-hosts the popular Show Me Something podcast with television personality West Wilson. Cunningham joins USA Sports’ previously announced WNBA broadcasting team, including: Play-by-play: Kate Scott , Meghan McPeak , Carlan Gay Game Analysts: Sarah Kustok , Tamika Catchings , Amy Audibert , Lea B. Olsen , Edona Thaqi Sideline Reporter: Paris Lawson, Edona Thaqi Studio Hosts: Elle Duncan , Paris Lawson Studio Analysts: Renee Montgomery , Chamique Holdsclaw , Amy Audibert, Edona Thaqi Athlete Contributor: Sophie Cunningham SOPHIE CUNNINGHAM – ATHLETE CONTRIBUTOR Free agent forward/guard after spending last season with the Indiana Fever Drafted with the 13 th overall selection by the Phoenix Mercury in the 2019 WNBA Draft and spent the first six seasons of her career in Phoenix before being traded to Indiana last year Four-year starter at the University of Missouri and became the first student-athlete in program history to be named to an All-America team when she earned Associated Press All-AmericaThird-Team honors as a senior A three-time First-Team All-SEC selection in college, became Missouri’s all-time leading scorer with 2,187 points Has served as a Phoenix Suns analyst on the Suns Live! pregame, halftime, and postgame show Hosts the Show Me Something podcast with Summer House personality West Wilson Last year, USA Sports and the WNBA announced an 11-year media rights agreement for USA Network to present WNBA games – including the regular-season and portions of the Playoffs and WNBA Finals in select years – beginning with the 2026 season. As part of the multi-year agreement which runs through 2036, USA Sports will present at least 50 WNBA games annually on USA Network, including coverage of the WNBA Playoffs and WNBA Finals games in select years beginning this year. USA Sports’ WNBA coverage on USA Network will be anchored by Wednesday night doubleheaders featuring marquee matchups across the league. Each broadcast night will also include dedicated pre-game and post-game studio programming, establishing USA Network as a weekly destination for WNBA fans. Hall of Famers Andruw Jones and CC Sabathia, and Two-Time Cy Young Winner Corey Kluber Join Sunday Night Baseball Announce Team for Guardians-Braves Hall of Famers Andruw Jones and CC Sabathia , and two-time Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber joined NBC Sports’ announce team for this week’s edition of Sunday Night Baseball , as seven-time All-Star third baseman José Ramírez and the Cleveland Guardians visit 2023 NL MVP Ronald Acuña Jr. and the Atlanta Braves at Truist Park, Sunday, April 12 at 7 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock. Cleveland-Atlanta marks exactly 60 years since the Braves’ first-ever game in Atlanta, on April 12, 1966, against the Pirates. On that day, future Hall of Fame manager Joe Torre hit two home runs for the Braves, who lost 3-2 in 13 innings on Opening Day. Guardians’ rookie right fielder Chase DeLauter is tied for the MLB lead with five home runs. This week’s Sunday Night Baseball announce team features play-by-play voice Jason Benetti joined in the booth by analysts Cory Kluber and Andruw Jones . Bob Costas will host the pregame show alongside CC Sabathia , who will also provide “Inside the Pitch” commentary during the game. Jones (2023) and Sabathia (2022) previously served as analysts for Peacock’s MLB Sunday Leadoff . A starting pitcher for 13 MLB seasons (2011-2023), Kluber spent his first nine years with Cleveland, where he was a two-time Cy Young Award winner and three-time All-Star. In his 2017 Cy Young campaign, he led MLB in earned run average (2.25), complete games (five), wins (18), and finished third in strikeouts (268). Kluber was 4-1 with a 1.83 earned run average in six 2016 Postseason starts as Cleveland advanced to the World Series (losing in seven games to the Chicago Cubs). Kluber returned to Cleveland in 2025 to serve as special assistant, pitching. Jones, who will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this summer, starred for the Atlanta Braves in 12 of his 17 Major League seasons (1996-2012). The 10-time Gold Glove winning centerfielder was second in 2005 NL MVP voting, belting an MLB-leading 51 home runs and topping the National League with 128 runs batted in. Jones was a five-time All-Star and finished his career with 434 home runs. In the 2026 World Baseball Classic he was the manager for the Netherlands national team. A 2025 inductee into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, 2009 World Series champion (with New York Yankees) and 2007 AL Cy Young Award winner (with Cleveland), Sabathia won 251 games over his 19-year MLB career (2001-2019). A six-time All-Star, he is one of 20 pitchers in MLB history to record more than 3,000 strikeouts (3,093). Sabathia spent eight seasons with Cleveland before 11 years with the Yankees. In helping New York to the 2009 championship, he went 3-1 with a 1.98 earned run average in five Postseason starts and was named ALCS MVP. The left hander led the MLB in wins in back-to-back seasons with 19 victories in 2009 and 21 in 2010. Sabathia, who helped launch MLB Network’s ongoing “Clubhouse Edition” special game telecast series in 2021, serves as a special assistant to commissioner Rob Manfred . In his in-game role as “Inside the Pitch” commentator, Sabathia will provide insight into the pitcher’s throw-by-throw approach against a hitter during key at-bats. Peacock will feature a dedicated MLB Hub , a one-stop destination for fans to access live games, team hubs and highlights. This season, baseball fans will also be able to enjoy popular Peacock features, such as Catch up with Key Plays , if they are tuning in late; Live in Browse , whichdisplays the live game on the Peacock home page for instant context about the matchup and allows viewers to immediately join the live game presentation; and MLB Live Picks , a mobile mini-game for fans to predict the winners. The Sunday Stretch whip-around show will also stream live on Peacock starting May 3, providing viewers with the most compelling action in real time and on replay so they won’t miss a single run or key play. In partnership with Telemundo and Universo, Peacock will provide extensive Spanish-language coverage. Peacock “Game of the Day” (April 7 – April 15) One out-of-market game will be streamed nationally* on Peacock nearly every day of the season. This Wednesday in a World Series rematch four-time MVP Shohei Ohtani and the Los Angeles Dodgers visit five-time All-Star Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and the Toronto Blue Jays with first pitch set for 3:07 p.m. ET on Peacock. Date Time (ET) Game Tues., April 7 9:45 p.m. Philadelphia Phillies at San Francisco Giants Wed., April 8 3:07 p.m. Los Angeles Dodgers at Toronto Blue Jays Thurs., April 9 9:40 p.m. Colorado Rockies at San Diego Padres Fri., April 10 8:15 p.m. Boston Red Sox at St. Louis Cardinals Sat., April 11 4:10 p.m. Athletics at New York Mets Sun., April 12 2:10 p.m. Washington Nationals at Milwaukee Brewers Mon., April 13 9:40 p.m. Texas Rangers at Athletics Tues., April 14 10:10 p.m. New York Mets at Los Angeles Dodgers Wed., April 15 7:05 p.m. Los Angeles Angels at New York Yankees (*Note: The Peacock “Game of the Day” will not be available in the competing team markets, where it will be presented by the local rightsholder) NBC SPORTS’ MLB TRADITION NBC Sports has a distinguished history with Major League Baseball. The first-ever MLB television broadcast was a 1939 Cincinnati Reds-Brooklyn Dodgers doubleheader on W2XBS (the precursor to WNBC-TV) in New York. NBC Sports was a home to the first World Series broadcast in 1947, the first All-Star Game nationally broadcast in 1952, and has televised 39 World Series – more than any other network. From 1957-2000, NBC Sports was home to a wealth of baseball programming, including Game of the Week and Monday Night Baseball telecasts, more than 30 All-Star Games, and countless iconic Postseason moments. For the 2022-23 seasons, Peacock was the exclusive home of MLB Sunday Leadoff , a first-of-its-kind Sunday morning presentation featuring a unique three-announcer broadcast booth with one analyst with expertise on each team joining the play-by-play voice. 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