Forget the fact that I'm a bald writer, like Murray, and occasional serious gambler who loves card game related stories. Rhoda aside, who has her moments but doesn't do that much, this episode prominently features the best of Mary, Murray, Lou, Ted and even per diems like Marie Slaughter and Gordy. They all have scenes that show their most interesting and funniest qualities. And we learn something about Murray that we didn't know before but that is totally consistent with the character of a small city news writer with grandiose dreams. This is a prime example of what an episode of an ensemble sitcom should be.