The first episode of the series not to feature the iconic acoustic guitar intro during the opening credits; the theme music used is the uptempo version normally heard during the end titles. Also, the first opening credits to run at 32 seconds as opposed to the usual 50 second opening.
Only time Charles calls Hawkeye by his nickname.
Dick O'Neill's final appearance on the show, having previously appeared in Season 5's "38 Across" and Season 7's "B.J. Papa San." Each time, he appeared as a different character.
It's revealed that Hawkeye's father's first name is Daniel.