The CBS drama Boston Blue, featuring Donnie Wahlberg as Detective Danny Reagan in a spin-off of Blue Bloods, aired a new episode on Friday, December 5, 2025. Here is a detailed recap of Season 1, Episode 7, titled “Baggage Claim.”
In this episode, as outlined by CBS, Lena’s quest for justice leads to an unexpected role reversal with Danny, while Sarah faces a personal challenge. Mae deals with political pressures, and Sean and Jonah uncover surprising information during a routine investigation.
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Investigation into Claire Hayes’ Disappearance
The disappearance of Claire Hayes draws detectives into an inquiry involving a senator. Despite witnessing an argument between the senator and Claire at her workplace, detectives cannot officially question him. Detective Lena Silver, recognized by the senator from a previous case, is aware of the limitations until Claire’s body is discovered.
Claire’s remains are found in a suitcase by Sean and Jonah while arresting a known pickpocket. The suitcase, appearing to bleed, is called in. Lena and Danny identify the body, and Lena suspects Senator Lowell, recalling a past case where he evaded justice.
Building the Case Against the Senator
Lena’s early career involved a case linking the senator to a murder, but he managed to clean the crime scene before evidence could be gathered. This failure haunted Lena, motivating her meticulous approach to current investigations. Danny advises caution, reminding Lena to substantiate every move with evidence.
Security footage shows a figure matching the senator’s description moving a suitcase. While Lena sees this as proof, Danny points out it’s circumstantial. Further investigation at the hotel reveals Claire was career-focused, with no known boyfriend, and the senator frequently ordered meals for two, indicating a mistress.
Uncovering the Truth
Claire’s ambition to capture a photo of a man connected to the Russian mob, staying at the hotel, is revealed. However, he was under surveillance and couldn’t have been involved in her murder. The senator, lacking an alibi, becomes the focus.
Lena and Danny find Claire’s camera, which inadvertently captured the senator with his mistress. This evidence solidifies the case against him. The senator faces life imprisonment, and Lena finally apprehends her elusive target.
Other Developments
Meanwhile, Sarah and her grandfather successfully arrest a man abusing a cop’s sister. Despite initial trouble, the cop retains her job. Eddie C assists Jonah and Sean in capturing a drug supplier, proving more helpful than harmful. Mae resists compromising her morals against a political rival, trusting that others will handle it.
THE END
