Comcast Adds ESPN 3-D Channel: Comcast will start carrying the ESPN 3-D cable channel in June, making it the first cable company to sign on. In March, satellite provider DirecTV said it would carry the channel. ESPN 3-D will feature live sporting games, starting with the June 11 FIFA World Cup match that pits South Africa against Mexico, and also feature games from the NBA and college football and basketball. The channel requires 3-D TV sets.