** If you're stuck on today's *NYT Connections: Sports Edition* puzzle (May 19, #238), this article has your back with hints and answers to help you crack it. Think of it as a friendly nudge when your brain’s stuck in the dugout.

What This Mean: ** Puzzles like *Connections* are a daily ritual for many, blending trivia and wordplay into a satisfying brain teaser. For sports fans or casual solvers, this piece is a quick lifeline—because nobody likes staring at a grid of words for hours without a clue.