Dave Flemming Expands Role as NBC's MLB Sunday Leadoff Broadcaster
SF Giants broadcaster Dave Flemming adds another national gig to busy schedule

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Dave Flemming, the San Francisco Giants' broadcaster, has been appointed as the play-by-play announcer for NBC's 'MLB Sunday Leadoff' games. His first assignment will be this Sunday in Toronto, where he will call the matchup between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the Toronto Blue Jays, adding to his already busy broadcasting schedule.
- 01Flemming's first game for NBC will be on Sunday, featuring the Pittsburgh Pirates against the Toronto Blue Jays.
- 02NBC Sports Executive Producer Sam Flood praised Flemming as an 'elite play-by-play announcer' for his storytelling abilities.
- 03Flemming has been with the Giants since 2004 and primarily broadcasts on KNBR-AM/FM.
- 04He has been with ESPN since 2010, covering college sports and MLB games, and has called the World Series since 2022.
- 05The Giants have adjusted their broadcasting team to accommodate Flemming's new commitments, bringing in additional broadcasters like Joe Ritzo and F.P. Santangelo.
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Dave Flemming, a prominent broadcaster for the San Francisco Giants, has taken on a new role as the play-by-play announcer for NBC's 'MLB Sunday Leadoff' games. This weekly national telecast, which airs on NBC Sports Network and Peacock, typically begins at noon local time. Flemming's inaugural game will be this Sunday in Toronto, where he will call the match between the Pittsburgh Pirates and the defending American League champion Toronto Blue Jays. NBC Sports Executive Producer Sam Flood highlighted Flemming's expertise and storytelling skills, expressing excitement for his addition to the network's baseball coverage. Since joining the Giants in 2004, Flemming has primarily been a radio broadcaster but has increasingly appeared on television as his profile has risen. His commitments extend to ESPN, where he has been involved since 2010, covering various sports, including college basketball and football, and recently calling the World Series for MLB's international telecast. With Flemming's new responsibilities, the Giants have adjusted their broadcasting lineup, employing additional broadcasters to fill in during his absences.
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Flemming's new role may affect the Giants' broadcast schedule, particularly for Sunday games, as he will miss some broadcasts due to his commitments with NBC.
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