‘Boston Blue’ Bosses on Danny and Baez’s Future, on Recasting Sean for ‘Blue Bloods’ Spinoff

The series premiere of “Boston Blue,” the spinoff of the popular show “Blue Bloods,” has left fans buzzing with excitement and anticipation. In the first episode, titled “Faith and Family,” viewers were treated to some major developments in the lives of the Reagan clan.

One of the biggest revelations in the premiere was the confirmation of the romantic relationship between Danny Reagan (played by Donnie Wahlberg) and his longtime partner, Maria Baez (Marisa Ramirez). The episode opened with a scene of the two characters in bed together, showcasing their banter with a newfound romantic twist.

According to co-showrunner Brandon Margolis, the decision to explore Danny and Baez’s relationship was a way to address the dangling threads left from the finale of “Blue Bloods.” The show aims to continue the story in real-time, delving into the complexities of their romance as they navigate a long-distance relationship while Danny takes on a new role in the Boston Police Department.

In addition to the romantic storyline, the premiere introduced Detective Lena Silver (played by Sonequa Martin-Green), the eldest daughter of a prominent law enforcement family in Boston. Danny partners with Lena as he transitions to his new role in Boston to stay close to his son, Sean (Mika Amonsen), who has been recast for the spinoff.

The showrunners emphasize that while the character of Sean remains the same, the recasting was a deliberate choice to bring a new energy to the role and explore the dynamic between Danny and his son in a fresh way. Despite the change, fans can expect to see familiar faces from “Blue Bloods” making appearances in “Boston Blue,” including Bridget Moynahan’s Erin Reagan Boyle.

One key element that will carry over from “Blue Bloods” to “Boston Blue” is the family dinner tradition. In the premiere, viewers were treated to the Silver family’s Shabbat dinner, where Danny and Erin eagerly joined in. This tradition will continue in every episode, serving as a nod to the original show’s iconic Sunday dinners.

Overall, “Boston Blue” promises to uphold the spirit of “Blue Bloods” while exploring new storylines and characters within the Reagan family universe. Fans can catch the show airing on CBS at 10 p.m. ET and streaming on Paramount+ the next day. With its blend of family drama, law enforcement action, and heartfelt moments, “Boston Blue” is sure to captivate audiences and keep them coming back for more.