Vladimir Guerrero Jr. and Byron Buxton to headline MLB Sunday Leadoff on Peacock

Ready to kick back and enjoy a relaxing Sunday? Why not start your day with some exciting baseball action? This Sunday marks the return of MLB Sunday Leadoff, a thrilling weekly highlight game that will be streaming on Peacock. And guess what? Most games will also be broadcast on NBCSN. The much-anticipated season opener features a face-off between the Blue Jays and the Twins at Target Field.

Let’s dive into what you can expect in this weekend’s showdown.

Taking the spotlight are the Blue Jays, the reigning American League champions. While they had a rocky start to the season with 13 losses in their first 20 games, they’ve been picking up momentum lately. Led by the impressive Vladimir Guerrero Jr., who tops the team in various categories including runs scored, batting average, and OPS, the Blue Jays are definitely a team to watch out for. Keep an eye out for standout players like second baseman Ernie Clement and rookie third baseman Kazuma Okamoto, who leads the team with five home runs. The Blue Jays have yet to reveal their probable starting pitcher for this game.

On the other side, we have the Twins, with Byron Buxton as a standout player. Buxton has hit eight homers in just 29 games this season after a stellar performance in 2025. He’s not alone in the power department, as eight Twins players have hit at least three home runs so far. Names like Ryan Jeffers and Brooks Lee are making significant contributions. Right-handed ace Joe Ryan is set to pitch for the Twins in this game. With a 3.76 ERA and 39 strikeouts under his belt this season, Ryan is ready to lead his team to victory once again.

If you’re wondering about the announcers for this game, you’ll be hearing from Matt Vasgersian on play-by-play, alongside former All-Star outfielder Dexter Fowler and 2006 American League MVP Justin Morneau as analysts. Caroline Pineda will be on the sidelines, bringing you all the insights and updates.

To catch all the action, you’ll need a Peacock Premium subscription to watch on the streaming service. But don’t worry, most games will also be broadcast on NBCSN if you prefer to tune in on cable. Looking ahead, there are 18 MLB Sunday Leadoff games lined up for the regular season, streaming on Peacock every Sunday from May 3 to August 30.

Don’t fret if you’re on the move – you can stream every MLB Sunday Leadoff game on the Peacock app. And for our international fans, there are no blackout restrictions for MLB Sunday Leadoff games on Peacock. So, grab your snacks, settle in, and get ready for an exciting Sunday filled with baseball action!