Another major distributor in Comcast is now offering its version of a skinny bundle. Comcast will reportedly roll out its “Sports & News TV” package that is set to offer more than 50 broadcast, sports,

Comcast is making a new play for value-conscious TV fans who wanted a slimmed-down channel lineup — and pay less. The cable giant announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet broadband customers that includes 50-plus live news,

Comcast (CMCSK) (CMCSA) announced the launch of Sports & News TV, a new video package for Xfinity Internet customers that brings together

The Sports & News TV package will include major news channels like CNBC, CNN, FOX News, and MSNBC give subscribers access to live sports events.

The $70-a-month package offers more than 50 broadcast, cable news and sports channels, a subscription to Peacock and access to more than 100 free streaming channels.

A week after DirecTV launched its first sports-only streaming package, Comcast unveiled a similar offering that adds news to the mix. The Xfinity Sports & News TV package combines over 50 broadcast, cable news and sports channels with Peacock,

Sports streaming bundles are on the rise, and Comcast is now joining the game. Launching Thursday, the company is offering Xfinity Sports & News TV, a new package that includes more than 50 channels and an ad-supported Peacock Premium subscription for $70.

As more pay-TV operators embrace slimmer packages, Comcast Xfinity is rolling out Sports & News TV, a $70-a-month offering based on two foundational elements of live programming. The $70 price is available only to customers who also have Xfinity internet service.

Xfinity joins DirecTV in offering a slimmed-down bundle with most — but not all — sports channels in a bid to lure wary consumers.