Finally, this was my chance to find out.
My other favorite part of writing this episode was joining forces with Ester Lou Weithers.
This was Esters first produced episode.
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Britt) draw battle lines.
The Return of Will Baker
The return of Will Baker was a hot topic in the writers room.
You saw that slap.
What was his childhood like?
And then to turn over his sisters career to practically a stranger?
For me, Wills return hit a special nerve.
Here was a chance to explore the bond between a black brother and sister on internet television.
Typically though, rain delays provide a light-hearted release of pure fun.
Fans sliding on the tarp; dance-offs between teams; mascot battles all great moments unique to baseball.
But in the end, there was nothing as fascinating as Kangaroo Court.
According to our consultants, smart phones and video games have stolen a little bit of its thunder.
But as long as Mike Lawson wears a Padres uniform, Kangaroo Court would live at Petco Park.
On Mike Lawson
With the world changing around him, how long would Lawson wear that uniform?
From the other direction is Ginny and her fame.
The perfect storm is brewing for Mike Lawson to lose his cool.
The team captain is supposed to revel in Kangaroo Court.
The challenge is keeping the visuals of the episode fresh.
Mike couldnt escape Oscar or Blip inquiring about these trade rumors.
Ginny was forced to say things she wasnt ready to say to Amelia or Will.
We live-tweet during the show to vaguely answer questions you may have about #Bawson.
The two-screen TV watching experience is something Im very proud of atPitch.
To paraphrase our stellar pilot: Welcome to primetime, Ginny Baker.
Weve been waiting for you.
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