Experiencing the rush of completing the daily word games from the New York Times like Wordle, Strands, Mini Crossword, and Connections Sports Edition all at once is a thrill like no other. But let’s face it, sometimes it’s easier said than done. If you’re stuck on today’s Connections puzzle, fret not, help is on the way.
Spoilers ahead! We’re giving you fair warning, so proceed only if you’re ready for some clues or if you’ve thrown in the towel and need the answers pronto. Here’s everything you need to ace #977 on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
If you’ve hit a wall with Thursday’s Connections puzzle, you’re not alone. These hints will steer you in the right direction and the answers are just a scroll away.
Today’s NYT Connections puzzle features the following categories on Thursday, February 12:
1. To build.
2. Not mobile.
3. Baseball pro.
4. Not king.
And now, the moment you’ve been waiting for – the answers. How did you fare on today’s puzzle?
Looking ahead, here are 15 Fun Games Like Connections to keep you entertained daily and some Hints, Clues, and Answers to the NYT’s ‘Mini Crossword’ Puzzle.
Missed a few days? No worries, catch up with recent Connections answers here.
In the world of word games, today was a success. See you tomorrow for another challenging puzzle.
Peace Nero is a writer and blogger who loves to explore different topics of self-development. She shares her personal experiences in order to help people discover their true purpose in life.