# Joe Buck signs $108m ESPN deal with MLB twist possible

> Joe Buck's $108m ESPN extension could let him return to baseball broadcasting after NFL focus.
- Title: Joe Buck signs $108m ESPN deal with MLB twist possible
- Summary: Joe Buck's $108m ESPN extension could let him return to baseball broadcasting after NFL focus. Buck's new deal may include World Series commentary if ESPN…
- Keywords: joe buck, espn, nfl, mlb, world series, mnb, tory aikman, fox sports, stephen a smith, pat mcafee, 2029 world series, news
- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/09/16/sports/joe-buck-signing-108-million-espn-contract-extension-with-possible-mlb-twist
- Published: 2026-09-16T14:44:58+00:00
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- Topics: joe buck, espn, nfl, mlb, world series, mnb, tory aikman, fox sports, stephen a smith, pat mcafee, 2029 world series, news
## Buck's new ESPN deal
Joe Buck signed a six-year $108 million extension with ESPN, raising his yearly salary from $15m to $18m.
## Five years with ESPN
Buck joined ESPN in March 2022 and has been with the network for five seasons.
## 25-year broadcasting legacy
Buck and analyst Tory Aikman left Fox after 25 years together, a record in broadcasting.
## Super Bowl 2031 plans
Buck will call his first Super Bowl for ESPN/ABC in February 2031.
## MLB potential return
Buck could return to baseball broadcasting if ESPN wins 2029 World Series rights.
## World Series rights shift
ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro wants World Series rights for 2029, but no contract clause exists.
## Key takeaway

Buck's new deal may include World Series commentary if ESPN wins 2029 rights.