Cracking the Code: Today's Sports-Themed Connections Puzzle
You're not alone. The latest Sports Edition of Connections is giving people a run for their money. It's not just about knowing the games; it's about knowing the words that make the games go round.
This Puzzle Isn't Your Typical New York Times Game
It's a bit of a hidden gem, tucked away in The Athletic's app or available for free online. It's a fresh twist on the classic Connections, with a sports spin that's both fun and challenging.
Let's Break It Down
The puzzle has four groups, each with its own theme.
The Easiest One: The Yellow Group
All about adding players to a team. Think:
- Draft
- Free agency
- Trade
- Waivers
It's like a sports manager's cheat sheet.
Next Up: The Green Group
All about evading tacklers. The words here are:
- Break
- Shake
- Shed
- Slip
It's like a dance move, but with more sweat and less glitter.
The Blue Group: A Softball Special
All about pitches, but with a twist. The words are:
- Curve
- Drop
- Fast
- Rise
It's like a symphony of softball, but with more bats and less violins.
Finally: The Purple Group
A bit of a head-scratcher. All about nicknames, like:
- Chubb
- Mangold
- Nurse
- Sirianni
It's like a who's who of sports, but with more Nicks and less who.
So, There You Have It
The puzzle is tough, but with a little hint here and a little hint there, it's solvable. It's all about knowing your sports, knowing your words, and knowing how to connect the two.