Veteran broadcaster Bob Costas is to return to NBC to host the network's Sunday Night Baseball pregame show, marking a homecoming for the 29-time Sports Emmy winner.
His first assignment will be the season opener on Thursday, 26 March, as the Los Angeles Dodgers, two-time defending World Series champions, take on the Arizona Diamondbacks.
NBC Sports President Rick Cordella said: "We're trying to make 'Sunday Night Baseball' feel big. There's no bigger name associated with baseball than Bob and also great to have him back in the NBC fold." Costas, who spent 39 years at NBC before departing in 2019, expressed gratitude: "For 40 years, my true broadcasting home was NBC... I am very grateful... for inviting me back in an emeritus role to conclude my career where so much of it played out."
Costas's NBC career included hosting 12 Olympic Games, seven Super Bowls, and multiple World Series. He recently announced his retirement from play-by-play duties after the 2024 American League Division Series.
Costas will also contribute to NBC's NBA coverage this season, narrating opening teases.
