The Season 3 premiere of CBS’ “Tracker” saw significant changes to the cast, particularly with the absence of two main characters, Bobby and Velma. Their departures raised questions among fans, prompting brief explanations within the episode itself.
Reasons Behind Bobby & Velma’s Absences
Eric Graise’s character, Bobby, has transitioned to a new role after officially quitting his job at a repair shop. He is now working as an encryption specialist at a startup, which Randy, his cousin, describes as a lucrative opportunity
- Bobby now has stock options and a substantial salary.
- His progress was shared with Reenie by Randy, who is helping manage rehiring efforts.
On the other hand, Abby McEnany’s character, Velma, has taken time off to support her wife, Teddi, who left last season for family reasons. Despite her absence, Reenie indicated that Velma may return in future episodes, as they have not completely written her out of the storyline.
- Velma’s focus is currently on her marriage.
- Reenie expressed uncertainty about her potential return.
The premiere opened with a tense moment where Colter, played by Justin Hartley, engages in a bar fight, fueled by revelations from the previous season’s finale concerning his father’s death. After this conflict, Russ, portrayed by Jensen Ackles, steps in to help resolve the situation.
New Developments in the Series
Reenie assigns Colter and Russ a new mission involving a missing ex-wife and daughter, leading them into a complex investigation. Although they initially believe they are dealing with a simple cryptocurrency scam, it quickly escalates into a more challenging situation.
New episodes of “Tracker” will continue to air every Sunday at 8 p.m. ET/PT, providing fans with fresh twists and ongoing developments in the storyline.
