NYT Connections Sports Edition: Hints and Answers for May 12, 2026

NYT Connections Sports Edition: Hints and Answers for May 12, 2026

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Essential guide to solve Connections Sports Edition #596.
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A phone displaying the New York Times game 'Connections.'

Today’s Connections: Sports Edition requires some sports and pop culture knowledge. This is a version of the popular New York Times word game challenging sports fans. Like the original Connections, it’s about finding the “common threads between words.” Similar to Wordle, Connections resets after midnight, with each new set becoming more challenging. We provide hints and tips to help you out.

If you want the solution, skip to the end. If you’d like to solve it yourself, keep reading for hints, tips, and strategies.

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What is Connections: Sports Edition?

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