Netflix to Stream 2026 World Baseball Classic in Japan

Netflix recently announced an exciting partnership with Major League Baseball to stream the 2026 World Baseball Classic in Japan. This marks Netflix’s first agreement with MLB, with potential for more collaborations in the future. While it’s not official yet, there are reports that Netflix could become the exclusive platform for the Home Run Derby for the next three years, streaming it in the United States.

The decision to focus on streaming the WBC Classic in Japan aligns with Netflix’s interest in expanding its presence in the country. With Japan’s impressive track record in the World Baseball Classic, including winning the title in 2023, featuring players like Shohei Ohtani could be a winning strategy for Netflix.

Aside from baseball, Netflix has been making strides in the sports entertainment world. From Christmas Day NFL doubleheaders to exclusive rights for the next two Women’s World Cups, Netflix continues to diversify its sports offerings. Additionally, the streaming giant has ventured into sports-adjacent content by creating WWE weekly shows.

It’s clear that Netflix is committed to providing diverse sports content to its viewers, and this new partnership with Major League Baseball promises to bring even more exciting sports entertainment to fans in Japan.