Episode Details

Connecticuts WNBA team, the Sun, is set to depart after 23 years, leaving behind a legacy as the states last major league franchise. The Mohegan Tribe sold the team to Texas businessman Tilman Fertitta for $300 million, the largest deal in league history. The Sun will play their final season in Hartford and Boston before moving to Houston as the revived Comets in 2027. Local bids, including one from Boston Celtics investor Steve Pagliuca, fell short, and the league favored aligning with NBA owners like Fertitta. The loss of the Sun, a core part of Connecticuts basketball soul and the birthplace of womens basketball, has left fans and officials feeling the sting. Despite the departure, minor leagues in Connecticut continue to thrive, with teams like the Hartford Yard Goats, Wolf Pack, and Hartford Athletic gaining popularity. As the final season unfolds, the focus remains on honoring fans who built this legacy and proving that Connecticuts sports heart beats strong, even without major leagues for now.

Support the show:
Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn.

Advertise on DNN:
advertise@thednn.ai

This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.
Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

View sources & latest updates:
https://sources.thednn.ai/07c977a90fafd8de