Placed on Waivers
Summary Gabby discovers she is pregnant and finds her wife cheating on her. Our Take A strong episode with a couple of wobbles, but Brockmire keeps its grip throughout.
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Clubhouse Chemistry
Summary Brockmire urges Charles to leave a toxic relationship. Charles is appalled at Gus’ terrible producing skills. Brockmire is infatuated with Matt Hardesty’s nurse and tries to make amends with Hardesty. Our Take Very good, not the series’ peak, but…
Banned for Life
Summary Brockmire’s mother, who abandoned him and his sister at a young age, comes to town. She challenges Brockmire’s relationship with his sister and threatens Brockmire. Our Take Serviceable television, it advances the story without ever surprising you.
The Yips
Summary While dealing with a case of “the yips”-a broadcaster’s anxiety that makes it hard to remember the count-Brockmire faces threats from his predecessor, Matt “The Bat” Hardesty. Brockmire prays to God for the first time. Our Take Solid, satisfying…
Player to Be Named Later
Summary Brockmire struggles to accept that Jules is dating his good friend. In hopes of showing Jules the “new Jim,” Brockmire begrudgingly agrees to put in a good word for Jules’ boyfriend for a job at MLB Network. Our Take…
Clubhouse Cancer
Summary As Brockmire deals with his newfound sobriety, he is introduced as the new announcer for the Oakland Athletics with his coannouncer and former softball star Gabby Taylor. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than it delivers.…
In the Cellar
Summary Jim goes on a bender with his new nihilistic friend, Elle, who pushes him towards a new level of destruction. Brockmire ends up in the hospital again and finally takes rehab seriously. Charles approaches Jim with a new opportunity.…
Caught in a Rundown
Summary After Jim ends up in the hospital, Charles has an intervention to stop Brockmire’s destructive habits; in attendance are a rag tag group of friends and enemies from Brockmire’s past; Jim meets a dangerous new friend. Our Take Middle…
Broadcasters Jinx
Summary Jim takes a new gig as an Atlanta major league announcer. Charles focuses on the new direction his career might take. Confronted with the truth about a legendary announcer, Jim attempts to do the right thing in the most…
Make-up Game
Summary Jules visits Jim, who gives her a tour of New Orleans. They reconnect for an evening, but have trouble figuring out the new terms of their relationship. Our Take A transition episode that sets up more than it delivers.…