[s9e4] Sex, Lies & Kickball -

: The title is primarily derived from a competitive kickball match between Mitchell and Cameron and their friends, Pepper and Ronaldo . The tension centers on Mitchell and Cam's reaction to how "proper" and adult-like Pepper and Ronaldo's newly adopted son, Lionel , has become.

: Alex attempts to prove to Claire that her relationship with her boyfriend, Ben , is sexual. This leads to a "cringe-worthy" subplot involving an erotic paint kit that Alex and Ben give to Claire as a joke. Critical Reception [S9E4] Sex, Lies & Kickball

: Jay’s best friend, Shorty (played by Chazz Palminteri), returns from Costa Rica. While Jay is excited to reconnect, he becomes annoyed when Shorty spends more time with Gloria than with him. : The title is primarily derived from a