Best of Boston

Best Athlete, Red Sox

1985 Best Athlete, Pro

Marvelous Marvin Hagler

He looked mahvelous. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Amateur

Ray Flynn

Basketball or running, Mayor. You've got to choose. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Celtics Player

Larry Bird and Kevin McHale

The former for the regular season, of course. The latter for the play-offs. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Red Sox Player

Jim Rice

For the second year in a row, but pressed hard by Tony Armas. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Bruins Player

Ray Bourque

Although the defenseman couldn't carry the team. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Patriots Player

Steve Nelson

The linebacker had an inspiring season despite his injury. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Pro

Larry Bird

Into the Hall of Fame. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Amateur

Doug Flutie, Boston College

Most exciting quarterback in America. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Red Sox Player

Jim Rice

An MVP year in 1983. Too bad he'll probably be gone in 1986. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Patriots Player

Tony Collins

A breakaway runner who's getting better every year. read more»