Best of Boston
Best Athlete, Celtic
1985 Best Athlete, Patriots Player
Steve Nelson
The linebacker had an inspiring season despite his injury. read more»
1985 Best Athlete, Bruins Player
Ray Bourque
Although the defenseman couldn't carry the team. 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, Celtics Player
Larry Bird and Kevin McHale
The former for the regular season, of course. The latter for the play-offs. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Pro Amateur
Geoff Smith, winner of the 1984 Boston Marathon
Unfortunately, he had two sponsors for that race: Adidas and Prime Computer. And that may disqualify him from the Olympics. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Bruins Player
Doug Keans
The unsung hero of the regular season. Where was he during the Montreal series? read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Patriots Player
Tony Collins
A breakaway runner who's getting better every year. read more»