The latest edition of Connections: Sports has garnered attention for its engaging content, appealing to sports enthusiasts and puzzle lovers alike. This particular edition debuted on Super Bowl Sunday, February 9, marking its transition out of beta and into regular publication through The Athletic’s app, solidifying its place in the puzzling community.
Today’s Sports Edition proved to be a delightful challenge, particularly for those familiar with baseball and football. The puzzle encourages diverse knowledge across different sports, with players needing to draw from their sports expertise to solve the groupings.
The puzzle comprised four thematic categories, with the easiest hint referring to “Throw it in there,” leading players to identify baseball pitches that end with “ball.” The yellow group’s answers included terms like curve, fast, knuckle, and screw. The green group’s hint, “How to watch,” revealed methods of enjoying a sporting event, with answers like in person, radio, streaming, and television.
For fans of football, the blue group focused on quarterbacks of the Los Angeles Chargers, featuring answers such as Brees, Fouts, Herbert, and Rivers. Lastly, the purple group presented a creative theme around things that can be swung, with answers including baseball bat, fist, golf club, and momentum.
While the puzzle posed challenges, some categories were notably tough. Past themes have included categories like Serie A Clubs and WNBA MVPs, which showcase the variety of sports knowledge required to excel in Connections: Sports Edition.
Overall, this edition not only entertains but also promotes camaraderie among sports fans as they tackle these brain-teasers together. As more players engage with the puzzle, it is likely to continue evolving, fostering a vibrant community around it.