January 2025
2024 Fantasy Baseball Breakout: Michael King
A new King was born
Report: Kings are likeliest Kuzma suitors if dealt at trade deadline
The Sacramento Kings have emerged as likely suitors for Kyle Kuzma if the Washington Wizards forward is moved ahead of the NBA trade deadline.
This 77-Inch OLED Smart TV Is $1,700 Off Right Now
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If you’ve been holding out for a deal on a big-screen OLED TV, the Samsung 77-inch S84D might be worth a look. It’s currently marked down to $1,599.99 at Best Buy—that’s less than half its usual $3,299 price tag.
The S84D benefits from OLED’s self-lit pixel technology, meaning its contrast is virtually unbeatable. Bright highlights pop against pitch-black backgrounds, perfect for dimly lit rooms or late-night movie marathons. And thanks to its lack of local dimming, there’s no annoying “blooming” effect where bright spots bleed into dark areas. That said, while its HDR brightness is decent, it’s not the most dazzling OLED out there. Large bright scenes can look dimmer due to its aggressive Automatic Brightness Limiter (ABL), and HDR gaming takes a hit in Game Mode because of this.
Still, for gamers, there’s a lot to like. With support for 4K at 120Hz, VRR (Variable Refresh Rate), and super-low input lag, it’s great for the PS5, Xbox Series, or a high-end gaming PC. The lack of Dolby Vision support might disappoint some, but its performance with other HDR formats holds up. If you’re into fast-paced games, its near-instantaneous response time promises clear motion with almost no blur. For everyday use, the TV excels in upscaling lower-resolution content like older DVDs or streams and its excellent viewing angles make it great for group watch parties. Additionally, the S84D’s reflection handling is said to really minimize glare (even in well-lit rooms).
This smart TV features the 2024 version of Tizen OS, known for being quick and user-friendly. It offers a wide range of apps, making it simple to find your go-to streaming services. You can also cast content directly from your phone or play videos via a USB stick. The TV supports Bixby and Alexa voice assistants, with a remote that includes a built-in microphone for easy voice commands—whether you’re launching apps, switching inputs, checking the weather, or adjusting brightness. However, when it comes to sound, the S84D reportedly falls short. While dialogue is clear at moderate volumes, the audio quality diminishes as you turn it up, and the lack of meaningful bass leaves action scenes or music sounding a bit flat.
How Forst sees Rooker deal help Athletics’ long-term competitiveness
General manager David Forst believes the Brent Rooker contract extension is crucial to the Athletics becoming more competitive long-term.
Report: Orioles agree to 1-year, $10 million deal with reliever Andrew Kittredge
The 34-year-old right-hander went 5-5 with a 2.80 ERA and one save last year with the St. Louis Cardinals, striking out 67 and walking 20 in 70 2/3 innings.
Kansas City area Mexican restaurant chain has closed this location after 10 years
Kansas City area Mexican restaurant chain has closed this location after 10 years
USDA Continues Historic Commitment, Partnering with Rural Communities on Clean, Affordable Energy
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2025 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced more than $6 billion in clean energy investments through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Empowering Rural America (New ERA) and Powering Affordable Clean Energy (PACE) programs. Rural electric cooperatives and communities will use the funding to support thousands of jobs, lower electricity costs for businesses and families, and reduce climate pollution by millions of tons each year.
Are The Rangers Trying To Trade For J.T. Miller?
Every week, The Maven opens his column for questions about the Blueshirts. The following gem comes via Fred Blackmore.