Best of Boston
Best Athlete, Pro
Doug Flutie, Buffalo Bills
They say that if you put a lump of coal under enough pressure, you'll get a diamond. The same goes for the magical Flutie. And [...] read more»
1989 Best Athlete, Pro
John Stephens
The Patriots' rookie running back gained more than 1,000 yards and almost carried a team with no passing attack into the play-offs. read more»
1988 Best Athlete, Pro
Roger Clemens
Two Cy Youngs in a row, and working on a third. With Larry Bird in the Hall of Fame, he's the obvious choice. read more»
1987 Best Athlete, Pro
Kevin McHale
Were it not for Hall of Farmer Larry Bird's preeminence, McHale might be recognized as the greatest basketball player this town has seen since John [...] read more»
1986 Best Athlete, Pro
Danny Ainge
Yeah, yeah. We've knocked him in the past as a player. But his athleticism is unquestioned. He has played major league baseball. And this year [...] read more»