Ep 8. May The Best Man Win

In episode 8 of season 2 of Home Improvement, titled “May The Best Man Win,” the rivalry between Tim and Bob Vila heats up as they both compete to be named the “Man of the Year” by a local women’s group.

The episode begins with Tim and Jill discussing the upcoming “Man of the Year” award ceremony, which Tim has won for the past three years. However, this year, Bob Vila has thrown his hat in the ring and is also vying for the title. Tim is incensed at the thought of losing to Bob and becomes determined to win the award at all costs.

Meanwhile, Al is dealing with his own personal dilemma when his girlfriend Trudy asks him to move in with her. Al is hesitant to commit to the relationship, but ultimately decides to take the plunge and move in with Trudy.

Back at the Taylor household, Tim is busy preparing his nomination for the Man of the Year award. He enlists the help of his sons Brad and Randy to create a video showcasing his many accomplishments as a handyman and family man. However, when Brad and Randy show a little too much enthusiasm for taking shots at Bob Vila in the video, Tim begins to worry that he may have crossed a line.

As the day of the award ceremony approaches, tensions between Tim and Bob continue to escalate. They both attend a luncheon hosted by the women’s group, where they are asked to do a “man-off” competition to determine who will win the award. In a series of humorous contests, Tim and Bob compete in tasks such as sawing wood and changing a diaper, with Tim coming out on top.

However, the competition is far from over. Later that day, Tim and Bob find themselves facing off in a race to build a bookshelf. With the help of Al and his assistant, Tim has a slight advantage, but the pressure is on as they race to finish the project.

The episode culminates in the Man of the Year award ceremony, where Tim and Bob nervously await the announcement of the winner. With tensions high, the women’s group finally reveals that the winner of this year’s award is…neither Tim nor Bob. Instead, the award goes to a local firefighter who bravely rescued a family from a burning building.

While Tim is disappointed that he didn’t win the award, he ultimately realizes that there are more important things than winning and losing. He is grateful for the opportunity to spend time with his family and friends, and thankful for the reminder that it’s not always about being the best.

Overall, “May The Best Man Win” is a fun and lighthearted episode that showcases the humorous rivalries and antics of the characters on Home Improvement. With its relatable themes of competition and family, it’s a must-watch for fans of the show.