Hall of Famers Andruw Jones and CC Sabathia, and Two-Time Cy Young Winner Corey Kluber Join Sunday Night Baseball Announce Team

Guardians-Braves Matchup Features Rookies, Legends, and a Historic Anniversary

Apr. 7, 2026 at 3:08pm

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A cubist, geometric painting depicting a baseball game in motion, with sharp, overlapping shapes and planes of color representing the players and action on the field.The Sunday Night Baseball broadcast team of legendary players brings a new perspective to the historic Guardians-Braves matchup.Cleveland Today

NBC Sports has announced that Hall of Famers Andruw Jones and CC Sabathia, along with two-time Cy Young Award winner Corey Kluber, will join the Sunday Night Baseball announce team for this week's matchup between the Cleveland Guardians and the Atlanta Braves. The game, which marks the 60th anniversary of the Braves' first game in Atlanta, will air on NBC and Peacock on April 12 at 7 p.m. ET.

Why it matters

The addition of these legendary players to the broadcast team brings a wealth of experience and expertise to the coverage, providing viewers with unique insights into the game. The historic anniversary of the Braves' move to Atlanta also adds significance to the matchup, as the two teams with storied histories face off in a nationally televised game.

The details

Jones, Sabathia, and Kluber will join play-by-play voice Jason Benetti in the booth, with Sabathia also hosting the pregame show alongside Bob Costas and providing 'Inside the Pitch' commentary during the game. Jones and Sabathia previously served as analysts for Peacock's MLB Sunday Leadoff, while Kluber spent nine seasons with the Guardians, winning two Cy Young Awards and making three All-Star teams.

  • The game will be played on Sunday, April 12, 2026 at 7 p.m. ET.
  • The Braves' first game in Atlanta was on April 12, 1966, exactly 60 years ago.
  • Guardians' rookie right fielder Chase DeLauter is tied for the MLB lead with five home runs.

The players

Andruw Jones

A Hall of Famer who spent 12 of his 17 MLB seasons with the Atlanta Braves, where he was a 10-time Gold Glove winner and five-time All-Star. He will be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame this summer.

CC Sabathia

A 2025 inductee into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, 2009 World Series champion with the New York Yankees, and 2007 AL Cy Young Award winner with the Cleveland Guardians. He won 251 games over his 19-year MLB career.

Corey Kluber

A two-time Cy Young Award winner and three-time All-Star who spent his first nine seasons with the Guardians. In 2017, he led MLB in ERA, complete games, wins, and finished third in strikeouts.

Chase DeLauter

The Guardians' rookie right fielder who is tied for the MLB lead with five home runs.

Ronald Acuña Jr.

The 2023 NL MVP who plays for the Atlanta Braves.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

The takeaway

The addition of these legendary players to the Sunday Night Baseball broadcast team will provide viewers with unique insights and expert analysis, enhancing the viewing experience for this historic matchup between the Guardians and Braves.