Enhancing Abigail Baker’s Presence: A Must for Blue Bloods Season 14
Fans were no doubt excited to hear that “Blue Bloods” was renewed for Season 14, but it came with a major caveat. The cast and producers agreed to a 25% pay cut to keep the show going. While it’s admirable to take less money to give fans more of their favorite show, it does beg the question of how much longer the procedural can go on. Season 14 could easily be the show’s swan song, but if it goes any further than that, there’s a chance some actors may not be all right taking that much less money in the years to come.
Certain characters may take on less prominent roles or disappear entirely. If that were the case, bringing Abigail Baker to the forefront would be a great idea. Granted, Abigail Hawk could decide to leave, but if she stays on, whereas other characters leave, she could get far more stories devoted to her and her life. And putting a greater emphasis on her starting with Season 14 could prime viewers for seeing more of her in the event the show continues. There’d be no need to bring on additional characters because there’s a perfectly good NYPD personnel sitting right there.
Even if Season 14 is the final outing for “Blue Bloods,” Abigail Baker deserves something climactic for her character. She’s been around from the start and should have at least one more episode that delves into who she is, and perhaps we can even learn what she named her children. Abigail should get a chance to do more than sit by a desk and deliver exposition. Abigail Hawk has appeared in hundreds of episodes of “Blue Bloods,” so it’s about time she’s treated to a story that showcases her talents.