Connections: Sports Edition is a new version of the popular New York Times word game that seeks to test the knowledge of sports fans. Like the original Connections, the game is all about finding the "common threads between words.

These Are the 5 Toughest Puzzles So Far. Hint for today's Strands puzzle. Today's Strands theme is: Outsiders. If that doesn't help you, here's

If you've been having trouble with any of the connections or words in Friday’s puzzle, you're not alone and these hints should definitely help you out. Plus, I'll reveal the answers further down. Related: The 26 Funniest NYT Connections Game Memes You'll Appreciate if You Do This Daily Word Puzzle 1.