Hints
Today’s NYT Connections: Sports Edition has an intriguing mix of themes, with some categories being quite challenging and others more straightforward. Whether you’re a seasoned puzzle solver or a newcomer, there’s something here for everyone!
To help you in your quest to finish the puzzle, here are four hints based on the groups you’ll encounter. We’ll start with the easier yellow group and work our way to the more intricate purple.
Yellow group hint: Think of teams that skate on ice.
Green group hint: Gear suited for running and jumping events.
Blue group hint: Think about the decision-makers in baseball.
Purple group hint: Consider the mascots of institutions in the University of California.
Answers
If you are ready to uncover the answers, here they are, neatly categorized:
Yellow group: NHL teams with singular nicknames: Avalanche, Kraken, Lightning, Mammoth.
Green group: A bit of track and field equipment: baton, hurdle, javelin, pole.
Blue group: MLB managers: Cash, Counsell, Marmol, Vogt.
Purple group: Mascots for University of California schools: Banana Slug, Bruin, Gaucho, Golden Bear.
As puzzle enthusiasts engage with today’s Connections, the shared experience often leads to a lively conversation about strategies and favorite themes. Remember, each puzzle is not just about answering but also about the joy of solving and the satisfaction of completing each category. Happy puzzling!