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The purple category in today's Connections: Sports Edition isn't as tough as usual if you can spot a certain letter pattern. If you're struggling but still want to solve it, read on for hints and the answers.
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Hints for today's Connections: Sports Edition groups
Here are four hints for the groupings in today's Connections: Sports Ed

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Tampa Bay Times Sports
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FOX News
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