It was hard that we missed the last three episodes.
Season 48 was a year of transition for the long-runningNBCshow, according to creator and exec producer Lorne Michaels.
Stars such as Pete Davidson and Kate McKinnon departed, along with Cecily Strong midway through.
Patrick said theres more room for growth.
Theyve all kind of come into their own.
It was a really nice year for all of them.
It seems like a natural progression when you watch it this long.
you’ve got the option to feel the ebb and flow of the individuals.
They come in sort of nervous and hesitant and they get more confident in the cast, he added.
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