Now, there's a new version of the game focusing on sports-related words It's simply called Connections: Sports Editio

Traditionally, word games (like crosswords) and sports coverage have occupied entirely different pages and sections of the newspaper. But the New York Times is now combining both concepts with a sports-themed version of their Connections game,

Connections has become such a popular game that its owner, The New York Times, has opened up new ways to enjoy the daily word puzzle. First launching in June 2023, Connections was an instant hit and is the second-most played game on the NYT app and website following,