The latest addition to the lineup of New York Times word games is here, and it’s time to get excited! For those of us who are devotees of games like Wordle, Connections, Strands, and Mini Crossword, the newest offering of Connections Sports Edition is sure to be a welcome addition to our daily routine.
Looking for some hints and answers for today’s edition of Connections Sports on Wednesday, April 15, 2026? You’ve come to the right place.
Connections Sports Edition is a sports-specific version of the regular Connections word puzzle, brought to you by The New York Times and The Athletic. This game resets daily at 12 a.m. EST, presenting you with 16 words that you must group into categories. The goal is to determine which four words belong in each category, with a total of four categories to solve.
In today’s edition, the categories include Baseball abbreviations, Not lions, Hollywood hoops, and Winter Olympics sport. Can you figure out which words belong in each group?
For those seeking a challenge, here are the actual categories. Yellow: MLB Teams on scoreboards. Green: Tigers. Blue: Members of the Los Angeles Lakers. Purple: Curling terms.
If you’re eager to see the answers, keep scrolling for the solutions to today’s Connections Sports Edition #569.
MLB Teams on scoreboards: CIN, MIL, PIT, STL
Tigers: CLEMSON, DETROIT, LSU, MEMPHIS
Members of the Los Angeles Lakers: DONCIC, JAMES, SMART, VANDERBILT
Curling terms: BONSPIEL, END, HOUSE, STONE
Whether you aced today’s edition or found yourself stumped, remember that it’s all part of the fun. Stay tuned for more word game challenges and solutions!
Want to dive into more word puzzles? Check out our coverage of recent Wordle puzzles for a brain-teasing challenge.
In the fast-paced world of word games, Connections Sports Edition is a must-play for fans of sports trivia and word association. Stay sharp, stay curious, and keep those mental wheels turning as you tackle each new puzzle.
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