Well that was another side of Erin's personality!
For most of Blue Blood's Season 12 Episode 14, she was on her usual high horse of doing things by the book and not accepting proof unless she had proof that everything was fine.
But in the last two minutes of the lesson, she decided to take Joe bowling and she seemed to become a completely different person. She was...funny! Who would have thought she was capable of this?
For a while, it seems like Erin's only line in each episode is endless variations on "We've got to do this by the book."
Unsurprisingly, she wants to make things right. After all, she is Frank's daughter.
But somehow, when he insists on playing by the rules, Frank has a strong moral compass. When Erin does it, she comes across as arrogant and annoying.
There's a sort of saint-than-thou attitude that often emanates from her that makes me tempted to change channels, and her reactions to Joe's evidence were no exception.
To prove Erin right, she often has to step on the gas when her brothers, especially Danny, are pushing for warrants that aren't fully backed by evidence, or asking them to look the other way at a dubious search or interrogation tactic.
So she's probably conditioned to expect unreasonable requests from anyone connected to the Reagan family. At this point, she may be tired of declaring over and over that justice is not served by ignoring the law.
Still, Joe didn't come to her with an agenda. He wasn't even involved in a case when he heard Deanna talking on the phone. He was trying to enjoy the ending of their last connection when he suddenly heard her engage in unethical behavior.
And when he got to Anthony, he tried to rectify that mistake without getting his connection partner in trouble. Then Erin had to come over and stare at him for possibly reporting privileged information.
Pooh! Instead of being so obnoxious about it, be grateful he even reported anything. It almost felt like Erin was hoping Joe had gotten the information wrong so she could brag about not being able to use it.
And that's what happened the whole hour. Again and again and again.
Even with Deanna missing, both Joe and Anthony had to point out that there were urgent circumstances before Erin would consider checking her last known address without a search warrant!
I understand Erin wanting to stick to the book, but come on! If a woman is MIA and is known to be associated with a gangster-like criminal, her safety should be a priority.
Joe's behavior was also much better this time than last time.
The last time he showed up, he was breaking laws left and right to gain conviction, earning Jamie's wrath.
This time, he tried to do the right thing only to have Erin scold him for no apparent reason.
She made up with that whole bowling/Missing Joe Sr sequence, but her demeanor was tedious to keep up until then.
Frank's ethical dilemma was far more compelling.
He often does things by the book and feels uncomfortable breaking the rules, but this time he got stuck between a rock and a tricky spot.
Sid: He's a great cop, on duty and off.
Frank: What does that mean?
Sid: He coached the police tire team to the finals three years in a row.
Frank: I wish that would flow in.
Sid: It has to play out. Look how many children he has helped stay on the right path.
Frank: That doesn't change the fact that his own son is wary and crooked.
Moretti might have been one of his best cops, but he still put himself and everyone else at risk by letting his gang-affiliated son live with him.
Frank didn't want to lose Moretti, but what's the use of holding him when he could potentially endanger other cops?
Frank: We lost too many good cops. So I'm trying to shift my weight a bit. But how many times can I break the rules before the costs outweigh the benefits?
Sid: I think you have room.
Frank: I don't. For the past year I've become too soft.
Sid: I must have missed the soft touch days. Can I say something?
Frank: You can't. Wisdom given to make someone feel better is not wisdom. It blows smoke.
Sid: Sir, no one has ever laid on their deathbed and said they wished they were a tough guy.
Frank and Sid's conversation about it was a highlight of the hour, but Tony Danza's performance really made the show a success.
Moretti was a devoted father, or at least tried to be. He blamed himself for his son's troubles and wanted to make amends by giving him a safe place.
Frank's solution seemed heartless to him. He couldn't imagine throwing his drug-addicted son out of the house.
But Frank was right. Vincent had already tricked the gang into shooting up the house once before. If he continued to live at home, there was no telling what tragedy would befall them.
It was strange that the family seemed so calm after the shooting. It was almost as if they were used to it. It happened and it was over.
I can understand Moretti reacting that way. He's a cop and needs to be able to handle being shot at without falling apart. But it should have been a bigger deal for his wife and children.
Of course, if Vincent has been in trouble for a while, the family could have expected something like this. Still, being shot at is a scary experience, especially if it's never happened before, and you'd think the people involved would have a reaction.
After all, both Eddie and Baez, in different ways, stood up for their right to be taken as seriously as the boys.
Danny: How many times have you told me not to roll over other detectives, poach their cases? That sounds like what you're doing now.
Baez: Yes, but you always do it anyway because you follow your gut. So maybe it's time to go with my gut.(Video) Blue Bloods Season 13 NEW Details REVEALED..
I loved how Baez pointed out that Danny always follows his gut, so let's go with theirs this time.
She has often pointed out this double standard and refused to accept it. Good for you!
As for Eddie, this assignment was tough, but it wasn't entirely her fault that it went wrong.
How was she supposed to predict that someone she knew would be in this bar, blowing her cover on the suspect she was trying to trap?
Katie was right that once Eddie was done, going undercover was dangerous for her. But that decision could have been made with a slightly less punitive attitude.
Of course, that wasn't the real story. The important point here was that Eddie would rather be a detective than a sergeant. She proved to everyone's satisfaction that she was intelligent and capable enough to be a sergeant, and then left.
I'm glad the Reagans understood and supported. The last thing we needed was Jamie or Eddie yelling at everyone whose life was at stake.
As for Danny and Baez, the case seemed secondary to Baez's need to get justice for the woman she idolized. I found the resolution of this one difficult to follow.
Hank killed Mimi for a reason I don't know, but the cops knew he had an accomplice, so they kept tabs on Bill and made sure he knew. I'm not sure what the point of that was, but it bought us some more Baez time, so I'll keep going with that.
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FAQs
How did Baez get a baby? ›
During the season 12 finale, Baez decided to adopt the newborn after her biological mother Elena Marquez (Annelise Cepero) was killed during an investigation they were working on. As no other family member had stepped forward to provide the baby with a safe home, Baez decided to legally adopt the newborn.
Was Blue Bloods Cancelled? ›“Blue Bloods” is the latest scripted renewal that CBS has announced of late. Others include comedies “Ghosts,” “Bob Hearts Abishola,” and “The Neighborhood.” “Young Sheldon” was previously renewed through the 2023-2024 season.
Where is Baez baby from Blue Bloods from? ›At one point, she thought she and Jimmy Mosley could possibly be together again. However, she discovered he was seeing another officer at the same time. In 2022, Baez adopted a newborn baby girl, Elena Baez, whose biological mother Elena Marquez was murdered by a bomb planted on the orders of Arturo Muñoz.
Did Baez find his ear ring? ›Wearing such pricey items while playing carries the risk of their being lost or broken. That is something that Baez has discovered. His earring is still lost, and could be anywhere in the dirt or the grass.
How did Baez end up with a baby on Blue Bloods? ›In the Blue Bloods finale earlier this year, Baez made the decision to adopt a baby after its mother died in a horrific explosion. When none of the mother's family members came forward to claim the child, Baez took it upon herself to give the girl a loving home.
Why was Nikki replaced on Blue Bloods? ›Why did Sami Gayle leave Blue Bloods? Part of it has to do with going to school at Columbia while simultaneously attending the university fictitiously in the show. Her growing career also contributes to her less regular appearances.
Who is the main villain in Blue Bloods? ›Lucifer is the main antagonist of the Blue Bloods series and of the Wolf Pact spin-off novel. Once one of the seven Archangels serving God, Lucifer became obsessed with his own beauty and his thirst for power, and he thus lead a rebellion against his creator.
Who is the black woman on Blue Bloods? ›Sami Gayle is an American actress. She co-stars as Nicky Reagan in the CBS series Blue Bloods. Weston, Florida, U.S.
How did Blue Bloods season 12 end? ›In the end, Erin takes Joe to the bowling alley she and Joe Sr used to go to every week, and she tells him more about his father. Meanwhile, Baez takes Danny to a live taping for her favorite TV personality, who drops dead of an allergic reaction.
Will Blue Bloods return in the fall of 2022? ›The thirteenth season of Blue Bloods, a police procedural drama series created by Robin Green and Mitchell Burgess, premiered on CBS on October 7, 2022.
Where is Will Estes now? ›
Estes was born and raised in Los Angeles, California, where he currently resides.
Who is the oldest person on Blue Bloods? ›It has been established several times over the course of the series that Danny is the oldest of the four siblings, followed in order by Erin, the deceased Joe and then Jamie. But in the last scene at the community gathering, Frank speaks of "my oldest, Joe".
Who was the first Nicky on Blue Bloods? ›Marlene Lawston, who played Nicky Reagan-Boyle in the pilot, was replaced by Sami Gayle beginning in Episode 4, Blue Bloods: Officer Down (2010).
Who is the mother of Joe's son on Blue Bloods? ›Paula knew that if she told Joe about her pregnancy, he would insist on them getting married and raising their son. But she never told Joe the truth. Joe's father Frank Reagan wanted her to continue her police training, but she refused.
Why did Báez do thumbs down? ›Báez homered in the bottom of the fourth inning and celebrated with a thumbs down after the 444-foot bomb. When he was asked about the celebration, he said it was directed at the fans for their booing when the team struggles. "We're not machines," Báez said.
What did the Mets give up for Báez? ›So it came to be that the Mets completed one of the game's splashier Deadline deals, acquiring Báez and pitcher Trevor Williams from the Cubs for outfield prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong.
What earrings did Erika have to give back? ›Erika Jayne spoke out about the scandal surrounding her $750,000 earrings, which she lost in a June lawsuit involving her ex-husband Tom Girardi's embezzlement case.
Who does Erin end up with in Blue Bloods? ›| Erin Reagan | |
|---|---|
| Spouse | Jack Boyle (ex-husband) |
| Significant other | Charles Rosselini (romantic interest) Jacob Krystal (romantic interest) Jack Boyle (fling) Robert McCoy (ex-boyfriend) |
| Children | Nicky Reagan-Boyle |
Jamie is married to Edit Janko-Reagan. For around 5 years, they tried to not act on their mutual attraction, wanting to remain partners. Despite this, there were several times they were more than partners and the 12th Precinct already assumed they were a couple.
How was Jennifer Esposito written out of Blue Bloods? ›In a statement to The Hollywood Reporter in 2012, CBS said: “Jennifer [Esposito] has informed us that she is only available to work on a very limited part-time schedule. "As a result, she's unable to perform the demands of her role, and we regretfully had to put her character on a leave of absence.
Why did the lady leave Blue Bloods? ›
In the case of Amy Carlson, her Blue Bloods contract expired after Season 7, and she chose not to renew it (though she did not give a specific reason why). Carlson explained to Deadline that she was not invited back for the Season 8 premiere to wrap up Linda's storyline.
Why did Dino leave Blue Bloods? ›In 2014 he was forced to resign after a blackmailing scandal interfered with his loyalty to the New York City Police Department.
Why did Officer Witten leave Blue Bloods? ›She was rehired as a Police Officer in the NYPD in 2019 by Commissioner Reagan. When she was rehired in New York City, she served at the 29th Precinct. Edit Reagan was her partner until 2021. In 2021, Witten decided to resign from the NYPD due to the stress she experienced from her occupation as a police officer.
Are any of the characters on Blue Bloods Catholic? ›Blue Bloods is an American police procedural drama television series that has been airing on CBS since September 2010. Its main characters are members of the fictional Reagan family, an Irish-American Catholic family in New York City with a history of work in law enforcement.
Are any members of Blue Bloods Catholic? ›The show draws on real life New York City events to make for an unexpected hit. It's one of the top-rated shows on CBS and all of television. And the key to its success is Wade, a baptized, practicing Catholic, born in Chappaqua, N.Y., who joined the show mid-way into its first season.
Does Frank have a girlfriend on Blue Bloods? ›As fans are well aware, Frank's wife, Mary Margaret Reagan, passed away before the first season even aired. Over the years, Frank has had brief flirtations but never a full-fledged relationship — and he's continued to wear his wedding ring and speak highly of his late wife all the while.
How old is Nicky on Blue Bloods? ›Turns sixteen years old in Old Wounds, meaning she was born in the year of 1996.
Who is the oldest Reagan child on Blue Bloods? ›As such, the order of Reagan children would be: Danny, Erin, Joe, and Jamie. In a few episodes Frank has stated (or believed to have stated) that Joe is the oldest. The latest version of this places Joe 19 months older than Danny.
Who was Jamie's second partner on Blue Bloods? ›Vincent "Vinny" Cruz was a Police Officer in the New York City Police Department. He served at the 12th Precinct. He was promoted posthumously to Detective 1st Grade after being killed in the line of duty. He was the second partner of Jameson Reagan.
Do Danny and Baez end up together? ›While most of their interactions have been platonic and focused on work, ever since Danny's wife, Linda, passed away in the premiere of season 8, fans have rooted for them to get together. But, each season, despite slowly showing more potential relationship promise, Danny and Baez have always remained just friends.
Who does Danny Reagan end up with? ›
| Danny Reagan | |
|---|---|
| Spouse | Linda Rose Reagan (née O'Shea) (wife)† |
| Significant other | Marianne Romano (ex-girlfriend) |
| Children | Jack Reagan Sean Reagan |
Blue Bloods season 13 will feature new plot lines but one familiar face has been confirmed as part of the cop cast. Maria Baez will return to screens in the series' next instalment despite fans worries the character was axed from the show.
How much does Tom Selleck make for an episode of Blue Bloods? ›"Blue Bloods," the crime drama on CBS, stars Tom Selleck as New York City's Police Commissioner, a role that Selleck has portrayed for 13 seasons. For each episode, Selleck makes $200,000.
What is a rip on Blue Bloods? ›What does rip mean in blue bloods? As someone who has been in that line of work, it is "reduction in pay". The rip would not be accompied by a suspension, just the pay reduction to the next lower grade.
How many episodes are in Blue Bloods season 12? › Who is the father of Will Estes? › Is Abigail Hawk still on Blue Bloods? ›Abigail Hawk (born Abigail Diane Gustafson; April 18, 1982) is an American actress known for playing Samantha Bonner in the 1995 television series Reality Check, Detective Abigail Baker in Blue Bloods (2010–present), and Ellie in Almost Paris.
Is Joe Reagan alive? ›Joe Reagan was a NYPD Detective who died in the line of duty on May 15, 2009 (15 months before the beginning of the series).
Why did Baez do thumbs down? ›Báez homered in the bottom of the fourth inning and celebrated with a thumbs down after the 444-foot bomb. When he was asked about the celebration, he said it was directed at the fans for their booing when the team struggles. "We're not machines," Báez said.
What episode of Blue Bloods does Baez get kidnapped? ›"Blue Bloods" In the Box (TV Episode 2015) - IMDb.
How much was Baez earring worth? ›
So why the urgency? According to Mets broadcaster Wayne Randazzo, Baez's lost earring was worth roughly $200,000.
Why is Pedro Baez The Human Rain Delay? ›The only former Dodgers reliever who got talked about as much as Kenley Jansen was the one and only Pedro Baez. Baez, who earned the nickname "The Human Rain Delay" for taking almost a full minute between pitches, spent seven years on the Dodgers.
What did the Mets give up for Baez? ›So it came to be that the Mets completed one of the game's splashier Deadline deals, acquiring Báez and pitcher Trevor Williams from the Cubs for outfield prospect Pete Crow-Armstrong.
Why is Baez getting booed? ›Javier Báez completes Mets' comeback win after apologizing for thumbs down gesture, getting booed by home fans - CBSSports.com.
Who gets kidnapped in Blue Bloods? ›'Blue Bloods' Season 4, episode 14: Erin kidnapped in Donnie Wahlberg-directed 'Manhattan Queens'
What is Baez contract with Detroit? ›Javier Baez signed a 6 year / $140,000,000 contract with the Detroit Tigers, including $140,000,000 guaranteed, and an annual average salary of $23,333,333. In 2023, Baez will earn a base salary of $22,000,000, while carrying a total salary of $22,000,000.
How much did the Cubs offer Baez? ›...
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Chicago Cubs traded 3B Kris Bryant to San Francisco Giants for LF Alexander Canario and RHP Caleb Kilian.
Why was Linda removed from Blue Bloods? ›In the case of Amy Carlson, her Blue Bloods contract expired after Season 7, and she chose not to renew it (though she did not give a specific reason why). Carlson explained to Deadline that she was not invited back for the Season 8 premiere to wrap up Linda's storyline.
Why did Linda Reagan leave Blue Bloods? ›Linda had taken some time off work to be a stay-at-home mum but later decided to return to the rat race. The ER nurse was on duty at the time of dying in a helicopter crash while Blue Bloods wasn't airing.