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Philadelphia to host Netflix-exclusive 2026 Home Run Derby

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Major League Baseball’s 2026 T-Mobile Home Run Derby will be held at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia on Monday, July 13, 2026, and will mark a major shift in sports broadcasting and event format. For the first time since 1994, ESPN will not air the Derby in the United States; Netflix has acquired exclusive domestic live streaming rights, its first live broadcast of the event. Coverage begins with a pre-show at 7:00 p.m. ET and the main event at 8:00 p.m. ET. Sportsnet will carry the contest in Canada, while TNT Sports 1 will air it in the United Kingdom at 1:00 a.m. local time.

Prepared by Emily Rhodes and reviewed by editorial team.

Timeline of Events

2015 MLB Derby adopts timed clock format
Since 1994 ESPN airs Home Run Derby
July 2026 Netflix secures exclusive U.S. rights
July 13, 2026 Derby set in Philadelphia
July 13, 2026 Netflix pre-show begins 7 p.m.
July 13, 2026 Main competition starts 8 p.m.
July 13, 2026 Sportsnet broadcasts in Canada
July 13, 2026 TNT Sports 1 airs in UK

Why This Matters to You

Netflix's exclusive rights to the 2026 Home Run Derby signals a shift in sports broadcasting. Traditional cable networks like ESPN are losing ground to streaming services. If you're a baseball fan, you'll need a Netflix subscription to watch the Derby live.

The Bottom Line

The Home Run Derby's move to Netflix is a sign of changing times in sports and entertainment. It's a reminder to stay updated on where and how to watch your favorite events. Worth forwarding if you know a baseball fan without Netflix.