Major League Baseball brings its iconic cornfield matchup back to Dyersville, Iowa, as the Minnesota Twins face the Philadelphia Phillies in the MLB at Field of Dreams game. Streamed globally to more than 190 countries through a partnership with Netflix, the regular-season contest pairs a nostalgic cinematic tribute with modern international broadcasting.
Global Streaming and the Netflix Broadcast Partnership
For the first time in the history of Major League Baseball, the matchup broadcasts worldwide via Netflix to an audience spanning more than 190 nations. According to league and streaming announcements, the broadcast begins with special coverage at 6:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. ET / 4:30 p.m. PT. (For viewers following the event in Central Europe, the game gets underway in the early hours of Friday, August 14, 2026, at 00:30 German time, as reported by event partners.) Actor Kevin Costner, who starred in the 1989 film that inspired the event, lends his voice to set the stage for the broadcast.
Rosters, Star Players, and Historic Uniforms
On the diamond built amidst the Iowa cornfields where the classic film was shot, the Minnesota Twins take the field led by All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton. Across the dugout, the Philadelphia Phillies deploy a powerhouse lineup anchored by sluggers Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber. Both clubs honor the setting by wearing special-edition retro uniforms. The Twins sport a 1960s-inspired home look featuring a white jersey with navy blue pinstripes, the team’s historic script across the chest, and the “Minnie and Paul” sleeve patch. The Phillies wear gray road uniforms styled after their 1939–41 era, complete with a red script and a 1939 sleeve patch commemorating baseball’s centennial observations of that era.
Honoring the Groundskeeper Crews Behind the Scenes
Workwear brand STRAUSS serves as the presenting partner for the event’s pre-game and post-game coverage on Netflix, marking a major expansion of the company’s presence in international sports. As part of the partnership, the brand outfitted the groundskeeper and field maintenance crews responsible for preparing the unique venue. A special feature titled „Diamonds in the Making presented by STRAUSS” highlights the labor of these field crews. „Jedes großartige Play beginnt lange bevor die Scheinwerfer im Stadion angehen,” noted STRAUSS CEO Henning Strauss regarding the effort required to prepare professional athletic surfaces.
What Comes Next
Following the conclusion of the Iowa cornfields matchup, both the Minnesota Twins and the Philadelphia Phillies resume their respective regular-season schedules as the MLB campaign advances toward the late-summer playoff push. Fans can continue to follow daily highlights and top plays across league broadcasts and streaming platforms.
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