Joe Mantegna tells TVLine he feels “optimistic” about Paget Brewster returning — a prospect that’s even more possible now that the actress’ comedy pilot My Life As an Experiment has been passed over by NBC.
according to this article....... Paget's Pilot did not make it!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! our prayers may have been answered we may have her back !!!!!!! and if she comes back you know thomas will stay doesnt look good for rachel too bad for her........