Barry Bonds Added to Netflix's MLB Opening Night Crew

Barry Bonds is stepping into a new spotlight, this time behind the mic. The MLB home run king will debut as an analyst for Netflix’s Opening Night broadcast on March 25, when the San Francisco Giants host the New York Yankees. The seven-time MVP joins Albert Pujols, Anthony Rizzo, and Elle Duncan on the desk, part of Netflix’s expanded MLB coverage that also includes the Home Run Derby and Field of Dreams game.

Uber is betting big on electric robotaxis, announcing an investment of up to $1.25 billion in Rivian to deploy as many as 50,000 autonomous R2 EVs by 2031. The deal includes an initial purchase of 10,000 vehicles, with options for an additional 40,000, plus licensing Rivian’s self-driving tech. The first cities, San Francisco and Miami, are set for 2028 launches, with expansion across the U.S., Canada, and Europe expected.

MLB has named Polymarket its official prediction market exchange, giving Polymarket exclusive access to MLB logos, official data, and league events. Both partners will implement strict integrity controls to protect baseball, limiting riskier markets such as individual pitches or umpire calls. An agreement with the CFTC ensures confidential info-sharing to safeguard the sport. MLB will also work with other prediction markets, requiring them to adopt similar integrity standards.

Earl Sweatshirt leads the first wave of artists announced for SXSW London 2026, joined by Tiwa Savage, Rachel Chinouriri, and more. The festival returns from June 1–6, blending global stars with emerging and underground acts. The lineup also includes ODUMODUBLVCK, Infinity Song, Sega Bodega, Shame, and Circa Waves.

Kirsten Dunst has joined Jason Momoa and Jack Black in the cast of Warner Bros.’ upcoming Minecraft sequel, playing Alex, one of the game’s primary avatars. The follow-up comes after the first film became a massive hit, earning nearly $1 billion worldwide and setting a record for video game adaptations with a $163 million domestic debut. Jared Hess returns to direct, with the sequel slated for release on July 23, 2027.

Netflix is reportedly exploring a global KPop Demon Hunters tour, aiming to turn its biggest movie hit into a live arena experience. The company is in talks with promoters for a 2027 tour spanning major cities, with shows built around the film’s chart-topping soundtrack. The move follows the movie’s massive success, including a top-selling album and Grammy-winning single, as Netflix looks to expand the franchise ahead of a planned sequel.

Marlon Wayans and Keke Palmer are set to star in Ride or Die, a romantic buddy-cop action comedy acquired by Lionsgate. Wayans recently appeared in Him and is returning for a new Scary Movie, which he also co-wrote and produced. Palmer, fresh off I Love Boosters and an NAACP Entertainer of the Year honor, has starred in Nope and Peacock’s The Burbs, and is also an Emmy winner for NBC’s Password.

Breaking Glass: The Pat Summitt Story is set to premiere on March 25 on Hulu, with additional airings on ESPN2 and ESPN. The documentary will spotlight the legendary Tennessee coach who won eight national titles and helped transform women’s college basketball. Featuring rare archival footage and interviews with figures like Billie Jean King, Peyton Manning, and former players, the film explores Summitt’s lasting impact on the sport.

Tubi is expanding its push into creator-led content through a new partnership with TikTok. The companies will launch an incubator program this summer, selecting creators to develop scripted and unscripted shows that will debut exclusively on Tubi. TikTok will help drive audiences through its platform, giving creators a pathway to grow their reach while bringing original content to Tubi’s streaming lineup.

Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood is heading to YouTube, marking a shift for one of television’s most iconic children’s shows into the digital era. Fred Rogers Productions has partnered with Little Dot Studios to launch a dedicated channel featuring full episodes and new short-form content. The move brings the beloved series that aired from 1968 to 2001 to a new audience, reflecting how legacy programming is evolving for modern platforms.

ABC is putting the upcoming season of The Bachelorette on pause following a domestic violence investigation involving would-be star Taylor Frankie Paul, who has previously appeared on Secret Lives of Mormon Wives. The new season was originally slated to premiere on Sunday March 22.

The trailer for Spider-Man: Brand New Day has shattered records, hitting 718.6 million views in 24 hours, topping Deadpool & Wolverine’s previous record of 365 million and more than doubling No Way Home’s 355.5 million, which made $1.9 billion worldwide as Sony’s highest-grossing film. Tom Holland returns as Spider-Man with Zendaya, Jacob Batalon, Mark Ruffalo, Jon Bernthal, and Sadie Sink. The sequel swings into theaters on July 31.

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