DJE guest-starred as Bill Nolan, a former major league pitcher who had led his team to four World Series titles and still owns the single season shutout record. His career was cut short by injury. He and his former teammate, catcher Cliff Templeton, are looking for funds to build a sports complex.

Bill's first encounter with Paige was not felicitous. He mistook her for the secretary, called her "darling", and asked her to get him coffee. Just when she has him pegged as a typical male chauvinist jock, he shows her, and us, that he's really a very charming and caring man with a great sense of humour. The Bill Nolan storyline is delightful, as is the character. Among the many gems is the scene in the hallway of Paige's apartment. The two had come back from a date to find Kate needing to talk to Paige. Paige summarily dismisses Bill. Hours later, when Kate is leaving after her heart-to-heart with Paige, there's Bill sitting outside on the floor, patiently waiting. He wanted to make sure that Paige was all right, and to say good night. How does he say good night? He takes her in his arms and dances slowly with her as he sings "Good night, sweetheart".

Greg cuts short the budding romance by arranging a lucrative offer for Bill from a baseball team in Japan. Bill wants to play ball again, but is willing to give up this dream offer for Paige. Paige cannot commit herself. Bill leaves for Japan.