A sportscaster with anger issues (Matthew Perry) must attend grief counseling to keep his job.

Ryan disregards Lauren's "all talk, no action" philosophy and encourages Sonia to break up with her boyfriend; George's love of basketball is rekindled.

Ryan struggles to keep the group separate from his personal life; Steven awkwardly tries to help Ryan overcome his loss.

Ryan is ecstatic when he's finally invited to play in Jeremy Roenick's hockey game; Anne asks Ryan to a wedding.

Ryan realizes he needs to cook and shop for himself; the group helps Lauren study for an exam; Steven asks Ryan to be his wingman.

Ryan denies he is compulsive eating as part of the grieving process; Ryan offers Lauren dating advice; Ryan tries to get Danny to face reality.