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Unraveling the Sports Puzzle: A Fresh Look at Today's Connections

Fri Sep 12 2025

Today's Connections: Sports Edition is quite the mix. It's not just about sports trivia; it's a brain teaser that blends different sports elements.

The Puzzle

The puzzle starts with a hint like "inside-the-park", which might seem straightforward, but other clues can be a bit of a challenge. If you're stuck, don't worry—here's a breakdown to help you out.

This puzzle is a bit different from the usual New York Times games. It's brought to you by The Athletic, a sports journalism site. You won't find it in the NYT Games app, but you can play it for free online or through The Athletic's app. It's a fun way to test your sports knowledge and puzzle-solving skills.

Dive into the Hints

  • Yellow Group (Easiest): "pedaling time"
  • Green Group: "it's gone!"
  • Blue Group: "hoops teams"
  • Purple Group (Toughest): "football icons"

Reveal the Answers

  • Yellow Group: Bicycle parts
  • Brake
  • Chain
  • Handlebar
  • Saddle

  • Green Group: Types of home runs
  • 3-run
  • Inside-the-park
  • Solo
  • Walk-off

  • Blue Group: Former WNBA team names
  • Comets
  • Rockers
  • Shock
  • Sol

  • Purple Group: Items in NFL logos
  • Diamonds
  • Horseshoe
  • Skull
  • Star

The Journey

This puzzle is a great way to learn more about sports and have fun at the same time. It's not just about knowing the answers; it's about the journey of figuring them out. So, grab a pen and paper, and let's get started!

questions

    What is the significance of the color-coding in the hints for the different groups?
    How does the categorization of sports terms in the puzzle reflect broader cultural narratives?
    What makes the 'inside-the-park' hint indicative of a specific category in the puzzle?

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