The Torttellis are back, and they want a kid. In fact, they want one of Carla's kids she had with Nick. This is a tough, emotional episode for Carla, who is usually the snarker of the show.
Carla tries to use her caustic wit to keep up a brave face, but she's clearly hurting from the loss of her son Anthony to Nick and Loretta. The gang's attempts to give her strength are touching, but this isn't a completely successful "serious" episode. Part of the problem is the Tortellis themselves. Nick and Loretta are such cartoonish, over-the-top characters that they seem at odds with this semi-serious plot.
The only subplot involves Norm, Cliff, and Coach having a wager over Sam's batting average. The fact that they have to consult a record book rather than just checking their phones is a sign of just how times have changed.
Carla tries to use her caustic wit to keep up a brave face, but she's clearly hurting from the loss of her son Anthony to Nick and Loretta. The gang's attempts to give her strength are touching, but this isn't a completely successful "serious" episode. Part of the problem is the Tortellis themselves. Nick and Loretta are such cartoonish, over-the-top characters that they seem at odds with this semi-serious plot.
The only subplot involves Norm, Cliff, and Coach having a wager over Sam's batting average. The fact that they have to consult a record book rather than just checking their phones is a sign of just how times have changed.