Best of Boston

Best Athlete, Celtic

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, Amateur

Doug Flutie, Boston College

Most exciting quarterback in America. read more»
1984 Best Athlete, Pro

Larry Bird

Into the Hall of Fame. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Who Gives Back the Most to Boston

John Smith

The Patriots' English place-kicker is available for soccer clinics and public appearances. And his relatives wouldn't have anything to do with the Mayflower. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Turned-Coach

Gerry Cheevers

Ex-Bruins goalie almost pulled off a miracle. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Breakers Player

What's-his-name. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Patriots Player

Mark Henderson, the Ex-Con Snowplow Driver

There's one gimmick the USFL will never match. It doesn't snow during their season. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Bruins Player

Rick Middleton

One on one, he's second only to Wayne Gretsky. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Red Sox Player

Bob Stanley

What relief. read more»
1983 Best Athlete, Celtics Player

Bird. read more»