Major League Baseball returned to the iconic Iowa cornfields on August 13, 2026, for a regular-season matchup between the Minnesota Twins and the Philadelphia Phillies at the historic Field of Dreams site in Dyersville, Iowa, broadcast live on Netflix.
Stepping Back in Time Among the Iowa Cornfields
For the first time in four years, the smell of fresh-cut grass and freshly turned Iowa earth mingled with the crack of the bat. Major League Baseball brought its “Field of Dreams” series back to the diamond built alongside the site of the 1989 Academy Award-nominated film.
Actor Kevin Costner, who starred in the original film, lent his voice to set the theatrical stage for the evening. The event kicked off with special coverage at 6:30 p.m. ET, drawing global attention to a quiet corner of Dyersville, Iowa where baseball folklore meets modern athletic competition.
Star Power Meets Historical Nostalgia
The Minnesota Twins arrived led by All-Star outfielder Byron Buxton, while the Philadelphia Phillies brought a powerhouse lineup anchored by Bryce Harper and Kyle Schwarber.
To honor the cinematic roots of the venue, both teams suited up in retro uniforms. According to Netflix coverage, the Twins wore 1960s-era home whites featuring navy blue pinstripes, the classic script across the chest, the famous “Minnie and Paul” sleeve patch, and navy caps bearing interlocking white Ts and red Cs. Meanwhile, the Phillies donned gray road jerseys inspired by their 1939-1941 wardrobe, complete with a red Phillies script, a 1939 sleeve patch commemorating baseball’s centennial, and classic navy caps with a bold red P.
| Team | Key Players | Uniform Inspiration | Broadcaster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Twins | Byron Buxton (All-Star Outfielder) | 1960s Home Whites with Navy Pinstripes | Netflix |
| Philadelphia Phillies | Bryce Harper, Kyle Schwarber | 1939-1941 Road Grays | Netflix |
Expanding the Diamond on Streaming Platforms
The 2026 Major League Baseball season marks a turning point for how fans consume America’s pastime. Netflix initiated its live MLB coverage on March 25 with an Opening Night game between the New York Yankees and the San Francisco Giants, later carrying the T-Mobile Home Run Derby on July 13 in Philadelphia.
Preserving the Magic of a Cinematic Landmark
The original film, written and directed by Phil Alden Robinson and starring James Earl Jones, Ray Liotta, Amy Madigan, and Burt Lancaster alongside Costner, earned three Academy Award nominations, including Best Picture, Best Original Score, and Best Adapted Screenplay.
Fans looking to revisit the roots of the tradition can stream the original film on Netflix, bridging the gap between a 1989 cinematic masterpiece and the live athletic performances of today.
