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.

Available at a monthly price of $70 when bundled with Xfinity Internet, Sports & News TV leverages Comcast's robust broadband network, optimized for streaming and live sports viewing. The package includes a lineup of over 50 broadcast,

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.

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,

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

The Sports & News TV package includes all major local broadcast channels — ABC, CBS, FOX, NBC, Telemundo, and Univision — as well as major news channels like CNBC, CNN, FOX Ne