Reviewers at Criminal Minds Roundtable noted the episode's effective use of subverted expectations, particularly the "wholesome" appearance of Toby compared to his brutal actions. The episode is often remembered by fans for:
: His academic approach to sports remains a fan-favorite character beat. CRIMINAL MINDS Season 8 - 806. The Apprenticeship - Review [S8E6] The Apprenticeship
The BAU travels to Miami, Florida, to investigate a series of brutal murders involving sex workers. The case is unique because it features a "mentor-protege" dynamic. A young, seemingly wholesome teenager named is the "apprentice" killer, being groomed and guided by an older, more experienced predator named Bobby Putnam . Reviewers at Criminal Minds Roundtable noted the episode's
: Providing a lighter contrast to the grim case, Morgan tries to teach a reluctant Reid how to play softball for the bureau team. Reid attempts to use physics and relative velocity to hit the ball, leading to the memorable line: "I feel like an idiot!" The Apprenticeship - Review The BAU travels to