Zac Brown Band to Headline NBC's 'Sunday Night Baseball' Opening

The Grammy-winning southern rock group will debut their new segment for the MLB broadcast.

Apr. 11, 2026 at 6:47pm

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An abstract, minimalist illustration featuring overlapping, angular shapes in shades of navy, teal, and mustard yellow, conceptually representing the dynamic sound and instrumentation of a southern rock band performance.The Zac Brown Band's new opening segment aims to bring a fresh, energetic vibe to NBC's Sunday Night Baseball broadcast.Atlanta Today

The Zac Brown Band, a three-time Grammy Award-winning southern rock band, will be featured in the opening segment for NBC's Sunday night coverage of Major League Baseball. Their new opening will debut on Sunday when the Atlanta Braves host the first game of the season.

Why it matters

The Zac Brown Band joins other high-profile music acts like Carrie Underwood and Lenny Kravitz who have been tapped to provide the opening theme for NBC's popular Sunday Night Baseball broadcast, further elevating the profile of the show and the league.

The details

The Zac Brown Band's new opening segment will debut during NBC's Sunday Night Baseball coverage, kicking off the network's weekly MLB broadcasts. The group is known for their blend of country, rock, and folk music, and their involvement is expected to bring a fresh energy to the long-running program.

  • The Zac Brown Band's opening segment will debut on Sunday, April 13, 2026.

The players

Zac Brown Band

A three-time Grammy Award-winning southern rock band known for their eclectic sound and popular hits.

NBC

The television network that airs the Sunday Night Baseball broadcast.

Atlanta Braves

The MLB team that will host the first game of the season when the Zac Brown Band's opening segment debuts.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to be a part of the Sunday Night Baseball tradition and bring our unique sound to the opening of the broadcast.”

— Zac Brown, Lead Singer, Zac Brown Band

The takeaway

The Zac Brown Band's involvement in the Sunday Night Baseball opening is the latest example of how major sports broadcasts continue to partner with high-profile music acts to engage viewers and enhance the viewing experience.