Ep 5. Demons in the Dugout

In Purgatony season 1 episode 5, titled "Demons in the Dugout," Tony continues to navigate the afterlife as a middle manager in the department of Death. This time, he finds himself dealing with a case involving a group of demons who have taken residence in a baseball dugout.

The episode begins with Tony receiving a new case from his demanding boss, Death. He is tasked with investigating the presence of demons at a local baseball field. As a sports enthusiast, Tony is thrilled to be working on a case that involves his favorite pastime.

Upon arriving at the baseball field, Tony meets the coach of the team, a gruff man who seems to know more than he lets on. The coach takes Tony to the dugout where the demons are said to be lurking. Tony is surprised to find the demons to be quite friendly and not at all what he expected. They seem to be just as interested in the game as he is and are simply there to enjoy the sport.

However, things take a turn when a group of angels arrive and try to remove the demons from the field. The angels seem to be under the impression that the demons are there to cause trouble and harm the players. Tony tries to reason with the angels, explaining that the demons are harmless and just want to watch the game. But the angels are adamant that the demons must be removed.

As tensions rise between the two groups, Tony is forced to come up with a solution that will satisfy both sides. He realizes that the demons can be a valuable asset to the team, offering unique perspectives and playing strategies. With some convincing, Tony is able to get the coach to agree to let the demons stay and even join the team.

As the episode comes to a close, the demons are seen playing alongside the human players, enjoying the game and adding new dimensions to the sport. Tony is pleased that he was able to find a peaceful solution to the problem and show that even in the afterlife, sports can bring people (and demons) together.

"Demons in the Dugout" is a heartwarming and humorous episode that showcases Tony's ability to think outside of the box and find solutions that benefit all parties involved. It highlights the importance of teamwork and acceptance, even in the most unexpected of places.