Sports Connections Hints: Sep 7, 2026

This page shows spoiler-layered hints for the NYT Sports Connectionspuzzle published on Sep 7, 2026 (2026-09-07). Step through the hints in order and only reveal the full boardwhen you're ready.

Meta: Sports puzzle #1050

Connections Sports #1050 · 2026-09-07

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Group 1

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NHL TEAMS, ON SCOREBOARDS

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OTT

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NHL TEAMS, ON SCOREBOARDS

  • OTT
  • CAR
  • VAN
  • EDM

Group 2

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POSITIONS IN FANTASY FOOTBALL

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RB

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POSITIONS IN FANTASY FOOTBALL

  • RB
  • TE
  • FLEX
  • D/ST

Group 3

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US OPEN MEN'S SINGLES WINNERS

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SINNER

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US OPEN MEN'S SINGLES WINNERS

  • SINNER
  • RAFTER
  • ASHE
  • LAVER

Group 4

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JUNIOR _____

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COLLEGE

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JUNIOR _____

  • COLLEGE
  • CAMINERO
  • VARSITY
  • SEAU
Reveal full answer

NHL TEAMS, ON SCOREBOARDS

  • OTT
  • CAR
  • VAN
  • EDM

POSITIONS IN FANTASY FOOTBALL

  • RB
  • TE
  • FLEX
  • D/ST

US OPEN MEN'S SINGLES WINNERS

  • SINNER
  • RAFTER
  • ASHE
  • LAVER

JUNIOR _____

  • COLLEGE
  • CAMINERO
  • VARSITY
  • SEAU

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