MLB and NBC reveal Sunday Night Baseball ‘Star-Spangled Sunday’ schedule

Major League Baseball fans, get ready for an exciting season ahead with NBC’s lineup of 2026 games! Opening Day kicks off with a bang on March 26, featuring two must-watch matchups. The Mets take on the Pirates in the afternoon, followed by the Dodgers raising their World Series banner against the D-backs in primetime.

But the excitement doesn’t stop there! NBC and Peacock will also be airing Wild Card Series games during the postseason, so you won’t miss a moment of the action. Mark your calendars for a special “Star-Spangled Sunday” on July 5, where every MLB game will be showcased nationally.

Sunday Night Baseball makes a triumphant return with a stellar lineup of games, including matchups like the Cubs vs. Cardinals and the Yankees vs. Red Sox. Plus, don’t forget about MLB Sunday Leadoff, featuring early afternoon games throughout the season.

It’s been 25 years since MLB and NBC partnered up, so this season is bound to be one for the books. Check out the full schedule below, with all times listed in Eastern Time. So grab your peanuts and cracker jacks, and get ready to cheer on your favorite teams all season long!