Ryan Vogelson is a fictional character portrayed by Jordan Masterson in the TV series Last Man Standing.
In the first episode they appeared in, titled Voting (season 2), they were 26 years old.
They appear in 126 episodes out of a total of 194 aired and have accumulated 735 positive votes.
The character of Ryan Vogelson is mainly associated with Mike Baxter, Kyle Anderson and Boyd Baxter.
Episodes126
Voting
episode S2.E1 november 2012It's election day and first time voter Mandy has a choice to make in who she votes for President. Conservative Mike pushes Mitt Romney and Liberal Kristen adores Barrack Obama. Her mother remains totally neutral and cheers both candidates so that nobody will know who she favors. Who will be the recipient of Mandy's first vote.
Dodgeball Club
episode S2.E2 november 2012Boyd says dodgeball is not allowed at school. His father had the game banned. Mike decides to have the kids play dodgeball in his backyard, but the kids are terrible. Ed and Kyle volunteer in a rescue team & try to keep up with each other.
Mother Fracker
episode S2.E5 november 2012Vanessa gives a talk at Eve's school for career day. When Eve finds out what her mother does at an oil company, she accuses her mother of destroying the land. Mike tells her to apologize to Vanessa. She refuses and camps outside the house.
Circle of Life
episode S2.E6 december 2012Mike brings home a duck for dinner. Kristen wants him to hide the bird so Boyd does not learn where meat comes from. Ryan wants Boyd to be a vegetarian. Kyle is in danger of losing his job because Mandy takes things when he is working.
Putting a Hit on Christmas
episode S2.E7 december 2012Vanessa is tired of holiday preparations. Mike decides to give her a stress-free Christmas by arranging for their children and grandson to take a holiday trip. While hunting for a turkey, Ed accidentally shoots a bald eagle.
Bullying
episode S2.E8 january 2013Eve is suspended from school by name-calling to another student. Mike finds it hard to believe this is a reason for suspending a student and uses his video blog to voice his opinions. Ryan gets a commercial driving license and gets a job.
Mike's Pole
episode S2.E11 february 2013Mike puts the American Flag up in his yard and learns that Ryan does not want Boyd to learn the Pledge of Allegiance. Eve decides she wants to show her support for America by joining ROTC. Vanessa does not agree with the decision.
Quarterback Boyfriend
episode S2.E12 february 2013Mike hires the boy Mandy is interested in dating - the school football team quarterback and it turns out he is not a good worker. Mandy loses interest when she realizes he is a slacker when off the field. Eve goes after a gopher in the yard.
What's in a Name?
episode S2.E13 february 2013Ryan wants Boyd to have his last name instead of using Baxter. Since Ryan is more in Boyd's life, Kristin is considering it. Mike decides to enter a father and son derby car race with Boyd since Mike feels he is like his own son.
Buffalo Bill Day
episode S2.E14 february 2013The store puts on a show for Buffalo Bill Day, starring the employees and Mike's children. Mike tries to keep it politically correct. Mandy and Kyle start a relationship.
Breaking Curfew
episode S2.E15 march 2013Mandy stays out four hours past her curfew while on a date with Kyle. Mike and Vanessa find a way to get her to confess without actually asking her about it. Kristin continues to date her ex-boyfriend.
The Fight
episode S2.E17 march 2013Mandy might fail history so Mike & Vanessa take away her electronic devices until she improves her grade. Mike takes Ryan, Boyd, & Eve to the opening game for baseball. Bill starts taunting Mike & his family. Ryan handles the situation.
College Girl
episode S2.E18 march 2013Mandy gets accepted to two colleges and accepts at the more expensive one. Eve practices for an event in ROTC. Kristen feels her sisters are advancing and she is stagnant, especially when she meets a successful former co-worker.
Back to School
episode S3.E1 september 2013Since Kristen and Ryan are in their own home, Mike and Vanessa miss seeing Boyd all the time. When Mike finds out Boyd is in a different school district and the school is in a bad part of town, he fights to have Boyd go to a school near him.
Ryan vs. John Baker
episode S3.E4 october 2013Kristen is doing well at her job at the restaurant which is owned by John (JTT). John kisses her. Ryan is still on strike from his job, and Kristen compares the two men. Eve and Mike continue their surprise attack practice with each other.
Haunted House
episode S3.E5 october 2013Vanessa takes over the Halloween Haunted House at Boyd's school. They let Boyd go through the haunt before the party to make sure it is scary. It turns out to be too frightening. Eve gets upset when Mandy tells her she is not popular.
Larabee for School Board
episode S3.E6 november 2013The Baxter's neighbor is running for the school board. However, Mike does not like the neighbors. When all the campaign signs disappear, Mike is the suspect. A hot guy is interested in Eve-for her homework. Her sisters give romantic advice.
Thanksgiving
episode S3.E9 november 2013It's Thanksgiving Day in the Baxter house and Mike's father, Bud, takes everyone by surprise when he announces his plans to open a recreational marijuana store. Now, Mike struggles between supporting his Dad and questioning the message this new business venture could send to his family.
Spanking
episode S3.E10 december 2013While Mike's father babysat Boyd, he gave Boyd a small smack. This sets off a debate of parenting styles from different generations. Boyd learns to take advantage of his parents who do not spank, and Kristen feels she was spanked too much.
Elfie
episode S3.E11 december 2013In the spirit of Christmas, the sometimes self-absorbed Mandy plays Santa by anonymously arranging a holiday surprise for Blanca, the Baxters' housekeeper. Also, when Vanessa gives Boyd a "magical" Elf doll, Ryan wants to tell Boyd it is just a doll, but Mike wants to prove to Ryan that a little Christmas spirit is not a bad thing.
Breaking Boyd
episode S3.E13 january 2014Boyd has a discipline problem at school, resisting sitting still in class and getting bored easily. When Kristin explains that the school counselor suggests he go on medicine for ADHD, both Ryan and Mike passionately disagree. Meanwhile, with some extra help, Mandy spends all of her time studying in an effort to get good grades for a change
Renaming Boyd's School
episode S3.E14 january 2014When tasked with researching his school's namesake, Boyd gets a little help from Kristin and Ryan and his report causes outrage, prompting the school to reconsider its name. Also upsetting Vanessa, Mike suggests reaching out to school board member and neighbor, Carol Larabee, for help. Meanwhile, Mandy enlists Blanca's expertise for a class project.
Tasers
episode S3.E15 january 2014A large bouquet of roses is delivered anonymously to the Baxter's house on Valentine's Day. Vanessa knows they're not for her because Mike doesn't believe in the frivolity of flowers on a Hallmark holiday.
Stud Muffin
episode S3.E16 february 2014The Baxter's dog Muffin impregnated the neighbor's dog Lady. Vanessa learns Chuck is separated from Carol and moved out a week ago, and Vanessa asks Mike to talk to Chuck to help heal the marriage.
Mutton Busting
episode S3.E22 april 2014Ryan convinces an overprotective Kristin to let Boyd participate in the mutton busting competition to build Boyd's confidence. Eve's boyfriend's doesn't want her to wear her JROTC uniform to the prom.
Here's the Kicker
episode S4.E1 october 2014Mike is ecstatic when Eve is picked to be her high school's first female kicker. But Vanessa feels high school football could be risky for their youngest daughter. Meanwhile, Eve wonders if her boyfriend, Justin, is more envious instead of enthusiastic about her achievement.
War Games
episode S4.E2 october 2014Boyd gets sent home early from a birthday party for starting a game of "war," Ryan insists Mike stop exposing his son to action movies and video games. Meanwhile, Vanessa hopes budding fashion designer, Mandy, can help her look awesome when she meets with her still hot-looking college roommates.
Sinkhole
episode S4.E4 october 2014Mike and Boyd almost drive into a sinkhole on the interstate, which scares Boyd to the point that he refuses to leave the house; Mike and Ryan try to help Boyd.
School Merger
episode S4.E5 october 2014Mike and Chuck debate the merits of a local ballot measure merging their upscale neighborhood high school with one in the inner city. For Halloween, Ryan dresses up Boyd as a lump of coal - another reminder to Vanessa how her job as a geologist may be hurting the environment.
Mike Advises Mandy
episode S4.E6 october 2014Mike offers Mandy advice on how to set aside money to pay the taxes on her struggling online clothing business. But she decides to do it her way - by opening up a pop up store at Bud's Buds.
Big Shots
episode S4.E7 november 2014Mike finds himself in the middle between Kristin and Ryan when it's discovered that Boyd was never vaccinated for chicken pox. Meanwhile, Mandy refuses to believe that Kyle let Eve beat him in a shooting gallery game.
Changing Light Bulbs
episode S4.E9 november 2014When Mike realizes Vanessa has given away his remaining and beloved incandescent light bulbs, he and Chuck go on a mission to track down some of the old-school bulbs. Meanwhile, Mandy announces she's moving out of the house into her own apartment but leaves out a major detail.
Outdoor Man Grill
episode S4.E10 december 2014Mike wants to open a fish-and-game eatery, and he invites Kristin to be his business partner. Elsewhere, Mandy needs feathers for some hats she's making, so she accompanies Eve on a pheasant hunt.
Wedding Planning
episode S4.E11 december 2014When Mike and Vanessa offer the cash-strapped Kristin and Ryan a very generous Christmas present to put toward their wedding, the couple must decide if they will accept -- but there's a catch that goes along with it. Meanwhile, Kyle has his reasons for asking Ed to teach him how to play poker.
Big Brother
episode S4.E15 february 2015When a neighbor's security camera catches Vanessa spraying the neighborhood cat with a hose, an upset Mike feels like they don't have any privacy. But as Mike reviews the security footage, he also sees Mandy in a compromising situation.
Three Sundays
episode S4.E16 february 2015When Mike encourges both Ryan and Kyle to stand up for their beliefs, he sees how important it is for them to have a father figure in their lives.
Summer Internship
episode S4.E19 march 2015When an excited Mandy announces she will accept her dream summer internship job to work with a top fashion designer in New York City -- then suddenly claims she can't go -- Mike and Vanessa want to figure out why she changed her mind.
Daddy Dearest
episode S4.E22 april 2015When Mike and Ed take Ryan and his supposedly-ailing dad, Victor, on their hunting trip, Victor admits he wasn't truthful about his reasons for finally coming to see Ryan
Free Range Parents
episode S5.E2 october 2015Mike wants Boyd to walk home from school on his own, but Ryan's hesitant to allow this. Meanwhile, Ed and Kyle host a meeting for folks preparing for doomsday; and Eve and Mandy try to keep Vanessa in the dark about something.
Educating Boyd
episode S5.E4 october 2015When Mike blames the public school system for suspending his grandson Boyd from public school, he tells Ryan they should start looking at private schools. Meanwhile, Kristin and Kyle try to capture a raccoon loose in the Outdoor Man restaurant, and Mandy doesn't want Eve to take photos of her for a class assignment.
The Puck Stops Here
episode S5.E10 december 2015When Boyd's hockey team needs a new coach, Mike surprises everyone when he recommends Ryan for the job since he was an all-star hockey player in high school. Meanwhile, Vanessa doesn't understand why ideal student Eve is failing in chemistry.
Gift of the Wise Man
episode S5.E11 december 2015Mike, annoyed at how far his family has moved away from the true spirit of Christmas, tells them he wants each of them to perform a "good deed" for Vanessa. Meanwhile, Chuck is nominated to be Outdoor Man's in-store Santa for the season.
Mike and the Mechanics
episode S5.E13 january 2016Mike tries to cheer up Eve by showing her career options at Outdoor Man, but car mechanic Joe winds up being an unexpected influence on her. Elsewhere, Kristin fears that she and Mandy no longer share common interests.
Home Sweet Loan
episode S5.E15 february 2016Mike has convinced Kristin and Ryan to buy a home instead of renting an apartment. But when he finds the ideal place for them, Ryan surprises everyone with a change of heart and backs out of the idea. Meanwhile, Mandy doesn't want Eve in the basement, which doubles as her work space, but Kyle defends her right to be there.
Eve's Band
episode S5.E16 february 2016When Eve and her friend Cammy form a new band, they sound so horrible that Mike comes up with an idea to break them up, but his plan has unexpected results. Meanwhile, Kyle and Mandy babysit Boyd.
Outdoor Woman
episode S5.E19 march 2016Mike meets with famous rock climber, and former girlfriend, Billie Cassidy, to persuade her to sell her line of climbing gear via the Outdoor Man store. Billie agrees to the deal but Mike is wary of her one condition: that he has to go on the promotional campaign trip with her. Meanwhile, Mandy helps Kristen and Ryan sell their old possessions.
Tattoo
episode S5.E20 april 2016Vanessa hopes getting a tattoo will change the current status she has with her three daughters from mother/daughter to the friend/friend level. Meanwhile, Ryan gets camping lessons from Kyle.
The Marriage Doctor
episode S5.E21 april 2016When Mike finds out future son-in-law Kyle fears meeting with the church's new minister, Mike tells Kyle to use him and Vanessa as a strong marriage example. But a recent argument ends up sending them to the minister instead. Meanwhile, Ryan helps Eve with her assignment to debate from the opposite side of her politically conservative beliefs.
Papa Bear
episode S6.E1 september 2016Kyle leaves the loading dock door open, allowing a bear to wander into Outdoor Man.
Gameday Forecast: Showers
episode S6.E2 september 2016Mike is disappointed to learn that the "Jack and Jill" wedding showers for Mandy and Kyle are scheduled on the same day as the Broncos-Chargers game.
Where There's Smoke, There's Ire
episode S6.E3 october 2016Vanessa, supported by Mike, lectures Mandy on the dangers of vaping, then feels the pull of it herself as she navigates a potential teacher's strike; meanwhile Ryan and Kristen discover a safe in the basement of their new house.
Boyd Will Be Boyd
episode S6.E4 october 2016Boyd is turning 10 years old, and sticking with the Baxter family tradition, Mike wants nothing more than to give him a shotgun and take him hunting. Kristin is all for it but Ryan has no interest in his son having a gun or harming animals. Meanwhile Kyle and Mandy's wedding preparations continue as Vanessa tries to convince Kyle to do a mother-son dance with her.
Trick or Treat
episode S6.E5 october 2016At Halloween the Baxter family is excited about their annual party, except for Mike, who's reluctantly tasked with choosing the theme. In hopes of turning everyone against the holiday, Mike decides that if the whole family has to dress up like one another they'll end up making fun of one another. Eve dresses up like Mandy and Mandy dresses down like Eve, Kristin and Ryan swap roles, and Mike shows up as - Donald Trump?. The impersonating turns into bickering, but in the end the Baxters come together to support Vanessa as she learns that she's being laid off.
Bridezilla vs. The Baxters
episode S6.E7 november 2016As the big day approaches, Mandy has turned into a full-blown bridezilla. She fires her wedding planner, puts her whole family to work and refuses to let Kyle wear sneakers with his suit. Tired of Mandy's behavior, Ed opts out of the festivities all together, leaving Mandy to re-cast the role of Kyle's best man. In the end, Mandy realizes that all she really needs on their wedding day is to be surrounded by family, and the most important thing of all is her love for Kyle.
My Father the Car
episode S6.E8 november 2016Mike is determined to buy a classic car that's been left to Chuck by his deceased father.
Help Wanted
episode S6.E10 december 2016Since losing her teaching job, Vanessa has been spending her time hovering over the family, and it's driving everyone nuts. Over at Kristin and Ryan's house, Ryan and Kyle are wrapped-up in a zombie face-off to determine who knows the most about zombies and how to survive an apocalypse. Unable to land a new gig, Vanessa becomes discouraged, but Mike does everything he can to get her back doing what she loves.
The Fixer
episode S6.E15 january 2017Mike pits his sons-in-law against each other in an attempt to make them fix things around the house.
The Friending Library
episode S6.E17 february 2017Mike runs a blog contest and the blog winner appears to be a fan fanatic as well as an anarchist. Vanessa while losing one old neighbor friend gains a new secret admirer of English literature at a street corner book club.
Take Me to Church
episode S6.E18 february 2017Mike and Vanessa are trying to convince Eve and Mandy that they should attend Church on Sundays. Meanwhile, Kyle participates in Ryan's podcast.
House of Tutor
episode S6.E19 march 2017Overwhelmed with the number of students she tutors, Vanessa decides to officially open her own business and hire additional teachers to lighten the load; but sparks fly with Mike when one of the teachers she hires is Ryan. Meanwhile, Kyle attempts to fit in as a "Baxter entrepreneur" by developing a series of wacky inventions.
Heavy Meddle
episode S6.E20 march 2017When Eve's boyfriend, Rob, doesn't invite her to his parents' anniversary party, Vanessa feels that Eve should tell him how this makes her feel.
Bad Heir Day
episode S6.E21 march 2017Mike and Vanessa think it's time for newlyweds Mandy and Kyle to move out, but when Chuck relays some unexpected news about Kyle's absentee mom, Mike has second thoughts. Meanwhile, Eve tells Ryan that Boyd is making up stories about his Dad's real job, because he's embarrassed about being home-schooled.
Welcome Baxter
episode S7.E1 september 2018Mike and Vanessa wait for Eve to visit home from the Air Force Academy; Ryan's anxiety about current events leads to a surprising announcement.
Man vs. Myth
episode S7.E2 october 2018Mike has a heart-to-heart with his deceased father; Kristin proposes a new business venture; Mandy gives Kyle a makeover to go with his new corporate job.
Giving Mike the Business
episode S7.E3 october 2018Mike and Ed disagree on the future of Outdoor Man; Vanessa thinks Mandy and Kyle are trying to have a baby.
Bride of Prankenstein
episode S7.E4 october 2018Mike and Chuck install a security system for Outdoor Man on Halloween night before they discover the perfect opportunity to prank Joe; Mandy, Kyle, Kristen and Ryan decide to organize a seance in order to communicate with the supernatural.
One Flew Into the Empty Nest
episode S7.E5 november 2018Mike has to work overtime to impress the father of a foreign exchange student Vanessa wants to board; Kristen and Ryan try to stay cool when Boyd invites a girl to visit.
The Courtship of Vanessa's Mother
episode S7.E6 november 2018Vanessa's mother comes to visit and hits it off with Ed... a little too well. Meanwhile, Mandy and Kyle tutor Boyd, but they may be the ones getting outsmarted.
Dreams vs. Realty
episode S7.E7 november 2018Mandy nearly gives up on her dream of becoming a fashion designer when she is faced with rejection, sending her into a spiral. Vanessa is then forced to look back at her own career path, which stirs up regrets. Mike then steps in to help the women in his family realize their dreams.
HR's Rough n' Stuff
episode S7.E8 december 2018Kyle's first day in Outdoor Man's Human Resources is more than he bargained for when Chuck and Joe file a complaint against Mike.
The Gift of the Mike Guy
episode S7.E9 december 2018Mike tries to get a special Christmas present for Ed, while Eve returns for a visit and Vanessa helps the family realize the importance of their long-standing holiday traditions.
Three for the Road
episode S7.E10 january 2019When Mike offers to take Boyd on a fishing trip, Ryan objects because the plans interfere with an existing trip he had made with his son. Boyd then insists the three take a trip together, forcing Mike and Ryan to get along. Meanwhile Mandy and Kyle play detectives.
Common Ground
episode S7.E11 january 2019Mike attempts to find common ground with an exchange student they're hosting. Chuck and Kyle play a practical joke on Ed with his DNA results.
Cabin Pressure
episode S7.E12 february 2019Mike and Vanessa take the girls to the family cabin, where Mike challenges them to literally unplug for the weekend and stay off their phones. Meanwhile, for a school assignment, Jen shadows Kyle at work.
The Best Man
episode S7.E13 february 2019Mike is asked to officiate Chuck and Carol's wedding vow renewal for their 25th anniversary, but Mike thinks he should be the best man.
Sibling Quibbling
episode S7.E14 february 2019When Chuck and Carol decide to renew their vows, Mike plans to take his officiating to the next level. With Chuck away on his honeymoon, Ed takes over Outdoor Man security duties with a new approach.
Arrest Her Development
episode S7.E15 february 2019Vanessa "helps" Mandy and Kyle look for their first apartment. Meanwhile, Mike is thrilled when Ryan's good business decisions have him unknowingly embracing capitalism.
Urban Exploring
episode S7.E16 march 2019Mike and Kristen have different opinions on how much space they should give Boyd; Mandy and Kyle find that Ryan isn't a "fun" landlord when they move into their apartment.
Cards on the Table
episode S7.E17 march 2019Mike regrets inviting Ryan to his poker game - begrudgingly - when Ryan gets the guys to open up about their feelings.
Otherwise Engaged
episode S7.E18 march 2019When Ed and Bonnie start spending more time together, Vanessa doesn't want Mike to interfere with their relationship. So of course, he does. Meanwhile, Mandy and Kyle eavesdrop on Kristin and Ryan through their new home security system.
The Passion of Paul
episode S7.E19 march 2019When Mike is called on to teach Sunday school, he calls on Kyle to take his place; Eve thinks Mandy and Kristin are taking advantage of Jen at home.
Yass Queen
episode S7.E20 april 2019In an effort to help get her clothing line off the ground and into stores, Mike invites Mandy to sit in on a business meeting with an aggressive sales rep. Meanwhile, Ed hires Kyle to transcribe his life story.
The Favorite
episode S7.E21 may 2019Mandy and Kristin are jealous after discovering a touching poem that Vanessa wrote for Jen. Meanwhile Mike shows off his unbeatable skills playing pinball and gets challenged by Chuck.
A Moving Finale
episode S7.E22 may 2019When Mandy and Kyle are hesitant to move out of the Baxter household and into their own place, Mike gives them some tough love. Meanwhile Ed and Chuck try to avoid contributing to Boyd's theater fundraiser.
No Parental Guidance
episode S8.E1 january 2020Mike helps Vanessa deal with empty nest syndrome; Kristin announces her pregnancy to the family, unintentionally upsetting Mandy.
Wrench in the Works
episode S8.E2 january 2020Mike and Chuck's plans to open a classic car renovation service crash when Joe is invited to join in; Vanessa realizes that Mandy is tricking Kyle.
Yours, Wine, and Ours
episode S8.E3 january 2020After a chat with Bonnie, Mike struggles to balance his need for "me time" and finding common hobbies with Vanessa.
You've Got Male (or Female)
episode S8.E4 january 2020When Kristin entrusts Mike with her gender reveal party, he promptly holds it over Vanessa's head; Chuck and Joe regret turning Ed's spare room into an oversized dollhouse for Bonnie.
The Office
episode S8.E5 january 2020Mike debates what to get Vanessa for a business anniversary gift. Meanwhile, Kristin and Mandy try to get out of Kyle's Outdoor Man HR Orientation. Then, Mike challenges a higher power when he tries to convince Kyle to take a promotion in the HR dept. versus Rev. Paul's offer to join the ministry full-time. Also, Vanessa is secretly obsessed with Jen's new video game.
Mysterious Ways
episode S8.E6 january 2020Mike debates what to get Vanessa for a business anniversary gift. Meanwhile, Kristin and Mandy try to get out of Kyle's Outdoor Man HR Orientation. Then, Mike challenges a higher power when he tries to convince Kyle to take a promotion in the HR dept. versus Rev. Paul's offer to join the ministry full-time. Also, Vanessa is secretly obsessed with Jen's new video game.
Bedtime Story
episode S8.E7 january 2020Mike tries to avoid hurting Vanessa's feelings due to her snoring. Meanwhile, Mandy goes overboard preparing for the arrival of Kristin and Ryan's new baby.
Romancing the Stone
episode S8.E8 january 2020Vanessa learns a secret that she thinks will ruin Ed and Bonnie's wedding day.
Girls Rock
episode S8.E9 february 2020Mike and Vanessa each try to influence Jen's career path; Kristin uses her pregnancy to her advantage with Outdoor Man customers.
Break Out the Campaign
episode S8.E10 february 2020Vanessa turns to Mike and Carol for advice on her State Assembly campaign; Kyle is overcome with anxiety when Ed gifts him an expensive watch.
Baked Sale
episode S8.E11 february 2020Mike's offer to help Jen with her school's bake sale goes up in smoke; Kyle finds unlikely advice from Joe on where he should enroll in college.
I'm with Cupid
episode S8.E12 february 2020Mike plays cupid for Joe when he sets up him on a date with Cece. Meanwhile Kyle is jealous when Ryan invites Jen to be a guest on their podcast.
Student Doubt
episode S8.E13 march 2020When Mandy worries about Kyle passing his first college exam, she secretly enlists Vanessa, Jen and Ryan to help tutor him. Meanwhile, Mike learns of Ed and Chuck's superstition involving their decision-making.
This Too Shall Bass
episode S8.E14 march 2020Mike finds out that Ed is skipping Outdoorman's annual bass festival in favor of Bonnie's fancy art gala; Mandy takes over festival planning for Kristin, and things don't go as planned.
Chili Chili Bang Bang
episode S8.E15 march 2020Mike and Chuck compete in Outdoorman's annual chili cook-off; Ryan and Kyle take the place of Kristin and Mandy at Vanessa's weekly mother-daughter luncheon.
Along Came a Spider
episode S8.E16 march 2020Mike and Mandy go to extreme measures to help Vanessa connect with voters in her State Assembly campaign. Meanwhile, Ed's offer to split a baby gift for Kristin and Ryan leads Chuck and Kyle to wonder which of them makes more.
Keep the Change
episode S8.E17 april 2020When Mike and Vanessa invite Jen's father to her graduation, Jen struggles with accepting his "plus one" - his girlfriend, Fiona. Meanwhile, the Outdoor Man crew debate over which word was said in a viral audio recording that's been tearing the internet apart.
Garage Band
episode S8.E18 april 2020A car restoration article throws Mike, Chuck, and Ed into the spotlight, while leaving Joe feeling unappreciated; Ryan overreacts after taking Kyle's psych test.
The Big LeBaxter
episode S8.E19 april 2020When Rev. Paul recruits Kyle and Mandy to the church bowling team, Mike is left with two unappealing options for Team Baxter; Vanessa anxiously awaits an endorsement from the Teacher's Association for her Assembly campaign.
Extrasensory Deception
episode S8.E20 april 2020When Kyle and Mandy individually reveal a secret to Mike and Vanessa, respectively, they are sworn not to tell the other; Ryan invites Mike to be a guest on his podcast.
How You Like Them Pancakes?
episode S8.E21 april 2020Eve returns home for a weekend visit, and Vanessa tries to re-create a childhood tradition for the girls; Jen asks Ed and Chuck for help in finding out who is stealing her work lunches; Kristin's big day finally arrives.
Time Flies
episode S9.E1 january 2021A series of time jumps finds Mike and Vanessa with two new grandchildren, as well as Mandy and Kyle living with them.
Dual Time
episode S9.E2 january 2021Vanessa hires a home improvement repairman who bears an uncanny resemblance to Mike; Kyle and Ryan defend their favorite comic book writer to Mandy and Kristen; Mike struggles with an idea for his Outdoor Man 10th anniversary vlog.
High on the Corporate Ladder
episode S9.E3 january 2021Mike reluctantly finds himself acting as Ryan's mentor when he is offered a big corporate job; Mandy and Kyle attempt to make Ed's bucket list dreams come true after finding a secret file on his computer.
Jen Again
episode S9.E4 january 2021Mike surprises Vanessa with a visit from Jen that might last longer than expected; Ryan asks Chuck for advice to impress his new corporate boss on the golf course.
Outdoor Toddler
episode S9.E5 january 2021When Vanessa asks Ed to revive the Outdoorman Toddler campaign, she is forced to choose between her two new granddaughters for the ad; Ryan's plan to buy a house on Mike's street hits a snag.
A Fool and His Money
episode S9.E6 february 2021Mike regrets convincing Joe to use his inheritance money to buy a classic jeep when he realizes how he intends to restore it; Kristin and Ryan worry that Mandy and Kyle are teaching Sarah bad language.
Preschool Confidential
episode S9.E7 february 2021Vanessa's attempt to have both her granddaughters admitted to an elite preschool puts her in a sticky situation to return a political favor; Mike worries Rev. Paul is taking advantage of Kyle.
Lost and Found
episode S9.E8 february 2021When Ed pits Mike and Joe against each other to find the next classic car for renovation, Chuck teaches them a valuable lesson; Mandy, Kyle and Vanessa meddle in Jen's love life.
Grill in the Mist
episode S9.E9 february 2021In the wake of the pandemic, Mike and Kristin are forced to make some tough business decisions involving Outdoor Man; Jen helps Mandy get organized.
Meatless Mike
episode S9.E10 march 2021Mike's willpower is put to the test when Vanessa challenges him to go vegetarian for a week; Ed trolls ventriloquist Jeff Dunham on social media; Mandy and Kyle move into Kristin and Ryan's guest house.
Granny Nanny
episode S9.E11 march 2021On the eve of her birthday, Vanessa refuses to believe that she needs to slow down, going above and beyond on her grandma responsibilities. Meanwhile, Joe puts Mike's friendship to the test.
Midwife Crisis
episode S9.E12 march 2021In a flashback set during the pandemic, Mandy and Kyle decide to have a home birth - at Mike and Vanessa's. Meanwhile, Ryan and Chuck team up to construct a state-of-the-art crib.
Your Move
episode S9.E13 march 2021While Mike is away Kristin learns what it takes to be in charge at Outdoor Man. Meanwhile Vanessa and Kyle debate how to upgrade the backyard play area and Ryan teaches Mandy how to play chess, but he may be the one getting schooled.
The Two Nieces of Eve
episode S9.E14 april 2021Eve comes home for a visit and struggles to connect with her nieces. Meanwhile Kyle turns to Ed when he worries he isn't dynamic enough in his preaching.
Butterfly Effect
episode S9.E15 april 2021Mike and Vanessa help Mandy and Kyle with their estate planning, but are disappointed with whom they plan to appoint as Sarah's legal guardian. Meanwhile, Jen begins working at OutdoorMan and takes advice from Chuck a tad too seriously.
Parent-normal Activity
episode S9.E16 april 2021After her granddaughter starts misbehaving, Vanessa gives Mandy a valuable parenting lesson. Meanwhile, Mike is challenged to find a meaningful gift for his business anniversary with Ed.
Love & Negotiation
episode S9.E17 april 2021Kristin and Ryan go head-to-head in a business negotiation for Outdoor Man that puts their marriage in a sticky situation. Meanwhile, Vanessa and Mandy compete to see who can log the most steps in a day.
Yoga and Boo-Boo
episode S9.E18 may 2021After Mike's doctor recommends that he start stretching, Mike uses Chuck's injury as an excuse to get out of yoga with Vanessa. Meanwhile, Kristin and Ryan and Mandy and Kyle each believe the other couple is jealous of their relationship.
Murder, She Wanted
episode S9.E19 may 2021Mandy gets jealous after Mike spends time with Ryan at a marketing retreat. Meanwhile, Ed attempts to get Chuck and Joe to see a musical.
Baxter Boot Camp
episode S9.E20 may 2021Mike teaches Kristin about work/life balance, as Vanessa and Mandy school Jen on camping. Meanwhile, Ed asks Kyle how to get into heaven.
Keep on Truckin'
episode S9.E21 may 2021After Mike's beloved truck is stolen, just as he completes his 10-year renovation on it, the Baxter family and friends gather together for an emotional good-bye.
- Voting
- Dodgeball Club
- Mother Fracker
- Circle of Life
- Putting a Hit on Christmas
- Bullying
- Mike's Pole
- Quarterback Boyfriend
- What's in a Name?
- Buffalo Bill Day
- Breaking Curfew
- The Fight
- College Girl
- Back to School
- Ryan vs. John Baker
- Haunted House
- Larabee for School Board
- Thanksgiving
- Spanking
- Elfie
- Breaking Boyd
- Renaming Boyd's School
- Tasers
- Stud Muffin
- Mutton Busting
- Here's the Kicker
- War Games
- Sinkhole
- School Merger
- Mike Advises Mandy
- Big Shots
- Changing Light Bulbs
- Outdoor Man Grill
- Wedding Planning
- Big Brother
- Three Sundays
- Summer Internship
- Daddy Dearest
- Free Range Parents
- Educating Boyd
- The Puck Stops Here
- Gift of the Wise Man
- Mike and the Mechanics
- Home Sweet Loan
- Eve's Band
- Outdoor Woman
- Tattoo
- The Marriage Doctor
- Papa Bear
- Gameday Forecast: Showers
- Where There's Smoke, There's Ire
- Boyd Will Be Boyd
- Trick or Treat
- Bridezilla vs. The Baxters
- My Father the Car
- Help Wanted
- The Fixer
- The Friending Library
- Take Me to Church
- House of Tutor
- Heavy Meddle
- Bad Heir Day
- Welcome Baxter
- Man vs. Myth
- Giving Mike the Business
- Bride of Prankenstein
- One Flew Into the Empty Nest
- The Courtship of Vanessa's Mother
- Dreams vs. Realty
- HR's Rough n' Stuff
- The Gift of the Mike Guy
- Three for the Road
- Common Ground
- Cabin Pressure
- The Best Man
- Sibling Quibbling
- Arrest Her Development
- Urban Exploring
- Cards on the Table
- Otherwise Engaged
- The Passion of Paul
- Yass Queen
- The Favorite
- A Moving Finale
- No Parental Guidance
- Wrench in the Works
- Yours, Wine, and Ours
- You've Got Male (or Female)
- The Office
- Mysterious Ways
- Bedtime Story
- Romancing the Stone
- Girls Rock
- Break Out the Campaign
- Baked Sale
- I'm with Cupid
- Student Doubt
- This Too Shall Bass
- Chili Chili Bang Bang
- Along Came a Spider
- Keep the Change
- Garage Band
- The Big LeBaxter
- Extrasensory Deception
- How You Like Them Pancakes?
- Time Flies
- Dual Time
- High on the Corporate Ladder
- Jen Again
- Outdoor Toddler
- A Fool and His Money
- Preschool Confidential
- Lost and Found
- Grill in the Mist
- Meatless Mike
- Granny Nanny
- Midwife Crisis
- Your Move
- The Two Nieces of Eve
- Butterfly Effect
- Parent-normal Activity
- Love & Negotiation
- Yoga and Boo-Boo
- Murder, She Wanted
- Baxter Boot Camp
- Keep on Truckin'
Best moments10
- Mike regrets inviting Ryan to his poker game - begrudgingly - when Ryan gets the guys to open up about their feelings.
- A car restoration article throws Mike, Chuck, and Ed into the spotlight, while leaving Joe feeling unappreciated; Ryan overreacts after taking Kyle's psych test.
- When Mike offers to take Boyd on a fishing trip, Ryan objects because the plans interfere with an existing trip he had made with his son. Boyd then insists the three take a trip together, forcing Mike and Ryan to get along. Meanwhile Mandy and Kyle play detectives.
- Mandy might fail history so Mike & Vanessa take away her electronic devices until she improves her grade. Mike takes Ryan, Boyd, & Eve to the opening game for baseball. Bill starts taunting Mike & his family. Ryan handles the situation.
- Kristin and Ryan go head-to-head in a business negotiation for Outdoor Man that puts their marriage in a sticky situation. Meanwhile, Vanessa and Mandy compete to see who can log the most steps in a day.
- When Rev. Paul recruits Kyle and Mandy to the church bowling team, Mike is left with two unappealing options for Team Baxter; Vanessa anxiously awaits an endorsement from the Teacher's Association for her Assembly campaign.
- Ryan convinces an overprotective Kristin to let Boyd participate in the mutton busting competition to build Boyd's confidence. Eve's boyfriend's doesn't want her to wear her JROTC uniform to the prom.
- Vanessa "helps" Mandy and Kyle look for their first apartment. Meanwhile, Mike is thrilled when Ryan's good business decisions have him unknowingly embracing capitalism.
- When Boyd's hockey team needs a new coach, Mike surprises everyone when he recommends Ryan for the job since he was an all-star hockey player in high school. Meanwhile, Vanessa doesn't understand why ideal student Eve is failing in chemistry.
- Mike and Kristen have different opinions on how much space they should give Boyd; Mandy and Kyle find that Ryan isn't a "fun" landlord when they move into their apartment.
- Cards on the Table
- Garage Band
- Three for the Road
- The Fight
- Love & Negotiation
- The Big LeBaxter
- Mutton Busting
- Arrest Her Development
- The Puck Stops Here
- Urban Exploring