​Will Ferrell did little to please fans with his MLB Home Run Derby commentary, as the majority of them took to social media to point out their displeasure with his presentation.The backlash led to many baseball fans demanding that the Hollywood star not be allowed at such a sports event next time, prompting many to defend Ferrell for his comedic talent.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNetflix also came under fire for its camera work on the livestream, with fans claiming any national broadcast would have done a better job.MEGAFerrell was joined by Luke Wilson and Jimmy Tatro for commentary duties on the player introductions at the 2026 MLB Home Run Derby at Citizens Bank Ballpark on Monday night.However, the comedian left many fans shielding their ears in annoyance, especially after he kicked off proceedings, asking, “Are you ready to watch some balls go very far into the air?” per the New York Post.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWhile it appeared like the three of them were there to promote their upcoming Netflix show “The Hawk,” baseball purists couldn’t figure out the exact reason they were in the main booth, especially after Philadelphia native and professional announcer Michael Buffer introduced the players on the field.The trio’s commentary fell short, struggling with poor microphones and weak jokes, which left fans feeling like their inclusion on the broadcast was forced. Thankfully, Matt Vasgersian and other established sports voices took over for the main broadcast and rescued the day.Netflix also left many fans dissatisfied with its camera work, as some pointed out that it wasn’t covering some angles and missed several swings.Baseball fans flooded social media expressing their disappointment with Ferrell for his remarks during the event.AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“Maybe I’m way off, but I don’t think the Will Ferrell-Luke Wilson thing is working at all. (Honestly, I get the sense that ‘they’ also know it isn’t working),” a fan wrote on X.Another user said, “What a f-cking douche! Like any comedy movie he does. I wish anyone but him was doing it. Come to think of it, I’ve not seen a single movie this f-ck was in.”“He’s a degenerate pos. Did he really say ‘ejaculate balls’ on a family sports show? F-ck him,” a third user commented, referring to Ferrell.MEGASocial media users slammed Netflix’s production, with a person writing that “this has been one of the worst home run derby broadcasts I have ever watched.”AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement“They’re straight up not showing many of the swings,” the individual continued. “No exit velocity. Taking the wrong camera constantly. Putrid stuff from ye olde Netflix.”Another added, “I genuinely have no clue how they thought some of these angles were good. That was so bad.”One viral post by a top baseball account on X shared a list of demands, writing, “Never let Netflix do the Derby again – Don’t us