Connecticut

Connecticut (pronounced {{IPA|/k?ˈnɛtɪk?t/}}) is a state of the United States, part of the New England region, as well as the southernmost state in New England and one of the wealthiest states in the country. Connecticut was one of the thirteen colonies that revolted against British rule in the American Revolution.

Sports teams

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• Connecticut Sun of the Women's National Basketball Association
• Until 1997, the National Hockey League had a franchise in Hartford, the Hartford Whalers. Their departure to North Carolina caused great controversy and resentment.

Minor League Hockey Teams:

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• Bridgeport Sound Tigers of the American Hockey League
• Hartford Wolf Pack also of theAmerican Hockey League

Minor League Baseball Teams:

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• Bridgeport Bluefish
• Norwich Navigators
• New Britain Rock Cats

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