NYT Mini · 8-Across · 3 letters

Sports org. for the Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls: Abbr. NYT Mini crossword clue

Editorially reviewed August 19, 2026

Answer

MLS

Why MLS fits

The Chicago Fire and New York Red Bulls are clubs in Major League Soccer. Both “org.” and “Abbr.” tell you to enter the league’s three initials, MLS.

Clue signal

Two abbreviation signals and the named clubs point to a league initialism.

MLS meaning

Major League Soccer, the top-level professional soccer league containing both clubs.

Where this clue appeared

8-Across in NYT Mini puzzle for August 19, 2026.

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