Blue Bloods' Donnie Wahlberg teases Baez comeback and more family dinners in Boston Blue

WARNING: This article contains spoilers from Blue Bloods.

Blue Bloods star Donnie Wahlberg has teased not only the potential comeback of his partner and romantic interest Maria Baez but also the possible revival of the beloved family dinner scenes.

The Blue Bloods spin-off Boston Blue, launching on Friday, October 17, on CBS, will track Detective Danny Reagan (portrayed by Donnie Wahlberg) as he begins afresh at Boston's police department.

It's been revealed that Danny's son Sean - now played by actor Mika Amonsen - will be serving as a patrol officer at Boston PD, which could explain the detective's decision to abandon New York.

Whilst supporters are delighted to witness the Blue Bloods world continue through the spin-off, many are hoping it won't signal the end of cameos from the Reagan clan and their friends.

This includes Danny's colleague Detective Maria Baez (Marisa Ramirez), whom he eventually invited on a romantic evening in the season 14 finale, leaving viewers curious about what unfolded afterwards.

So far, there's been no official word that Ramirez will return for Boston Blue.

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Nevertheless, Wahlberg remains highly active on social media, engaging with supporters' remarks and queries about the upcoming programme.

When responding to the actor's post promoting Boston Blue, a fan enquired: "So I guess Danny didn't end up with Baez?" He playfully responded: "How about wait and see?

"Excited for this but really hope he's with Baez!" another fan commented, with the actor once again fuelling speculation by replying: "Good idea!"

A third viewer speculated: "So he chooses Baez and then just leaves? So is there just going to be a small 'it didn't work out' and then never mention her again?

"Sorry but after 11 years, that's really stupid.."

Engaging even with the tougher feedback, Wahlberg quipped: "Wait, that's what happens?"

The fact that the 55-year-old hasn't dismissed the possibility of Baez returning for Boston Blue suggests there might be a glimmer of hope for their love story.

Ramirez's absence from other projects on her IMDb page has fans wondering if she's been tied up filming the Blue Bloods spin-off.

Danny's romantic future isn't the only thing being hinted at in the run-up to the new show's debut in October.

One of Blue Bloods' most memorable features was the Reagan family's Sunday dinners in each episode, where they'd convene to talk over the week's happenings at Frank Reagan's (Tom Selleck) table.

These moments have won the hearts of viewers, many of whom are saddened by the thought that these gatherings might not continue in Boston Blue, given Danny and Sean's relocation.

Addressing a fan's lament about missing the Sunday dinners, which were integral to Blue Bloods, Wahlberg responded: "Let's see what happens," teasing the possibility of more family meals in the upcoming series.

The Reagan family's iconic Sunday-night dinner ritual might be scaled down due to the new location, but there's a chance a smaller version will continue.

On Instagram, Wahlberg teased fans with the possibility of old cast members making a comeback.

He shared: "Boston Blue is a brand new chapter built on a strong foundation with all the same heart, with all the same heart and all the same family at its core."

For the moment, eager viewers will have to be patient to discover the extent of Boston Blue's connection to its predecessor.

Boston Blue premieres on Friday, October 17, on Netflix.