Ep 21. Softball

In Just Shoot Me season 3 episode 21 titled "Softball," Maya Gallo, played by Laura San Giacomo, is asked to join the Blush softball team for the annual charity game against a rival magazine. Maya, who is not a fan of sports, is reluctant to join but is eventually convinced by the team to play.

Meanwhile, Dennis Finch, played by David Spade, is tasked with finding a substitute for a missing player on the team, and he chooses Jack Gallo, Maya's father, played by George Segal. Jack is excited to join the team and shows off his impressive softball skills, but he begins to feel insecure when the team is more excited about Maya joining them.

At the game, Maya struggles to play and causes the team to fall behind. However, Jack steps up and helps the team win the game. Maya is disappointed in her performance and feels like she let the team down, but Jack reminds her that she stepped up and helped the team when they needed her most.

The episode also features Nina Van Horn, played by Wendie Malick, competing against her rival magazine's editor in a drinking contest. Maya tries to stop Nina from drinking too much, but Nina insists on competing. In the end, Nina wins the contest but passes out on the field, embarrassing herself in front of her rival.

Overall, "Softball" is a lighthearted episode filled with laughs and a heartwarming message about teamwork. Maya's reluctance to play sports adds a relatable aspect to the episode, and Jack's fatherly advice is both humorous and touching. The subplot with Nina adds an extra layer of comedy to the episode and showcases Wendie Malick's comedic talents.