Spoilers 5/7

*1 more final to go and I'm done with school for the summer...

JaSam...

• Sam finds the proof that Jason needs to prove Claudia is guilty.
• Jason and Sam renew their friendship.

L&L2...

• Lucky tells Liz how he really feels.
  

Slaudia...

• Claudia escapes Sonny's wrath.

Scrubs...

• Patrick gets Micheal's heart to start beating. Carly allows Patrick to continue with the surgery. Patrick tells everyone that Michael survived surgery and now they have to wait to see if it's successful. Patrick tells Carly that Michael should be a wake by now, and tells her if he doesn't wake up soon he probably never will.
  
• Holly arrives at Patrick's looking for a place to sleep. Holly charms Patrick and makes herself at home.
  
• Robin returns home May 26th. Patrick is happy to have his family.
  
• Robin tells Ethan to no believe everything Holly says.

Ric...

• Rick Hearst is out and most likely the murder victim we've been hearing about.
  

Michael...

• Michael wakes up with Lulu by his side. Lulu calls for Carly but she isn't there. Lulu calls Sonny who then rushes to GH.

Spixie/Crimson...

• Maxie and Spinelli's investigating leads them back to Crimson.
• Kate has a hidden agenda.
  

Sources:
Daytime Dish
Scrubs Board
Daytime Confidential
SOW

Rick Hearst OUT

According to ABC Soaps In Depth, Rick Hearst will be exiting General Hospital. His exit could be the rumored Murder Mystery we keep hearing about. Here is what they have to say.

"Soaps In Depth has learned that GENERAL HOSPITAL's Rick Hearst (Ric) is exiting the soap! Buzz is that Hearst — who was recently dropped to recurring status — will be returning to THE BOLD & THE BEAUTIFUL, where he previously played Whip in 2002. It's unknown if Hearst will be reprising his former role, and when contacted for a comment regarding the actor's return to B&B, a spokesperson declined to issue a confirmation or denial, saying only, "It's our policy not to comment on rumors." ABC, however, is confirming that Hearst will be leaving GH. "We're saddened for GH fans but personally thrilled for Rick. We wish him nothing but success. Rest assured that the character of Ric Lansing will have an exit you won't want to miss," says a GH spokesperson."

New Morgan is...

Aaron Refvem

According to Wubs Aaron Refvem will be our new Morgan. He has been seen in Two and a Half Men, Grey's Anatomy, and The Cleaner. I must say this is excellent casting he definatly has similarities to Dylan Cash.

New Kristina is....

Lexi Ainsworth

According to Wubs Lexi Ainsworth will be our new Kristina. She has been seen on iCarly, Caroline Crossing, Gilmore Girls, and Wild Child. New Kristina will appear June 4.

Tom Pelphrey to GL

According to CBS Soaps In Depth Tom Pelphrey is returning to Guiding Light to reprise his role as Jonathan Randall.

Spoilers 5/6

* Nathan Parsons originally auditioned for the role of Dante.

Michael & Kristina...

• Kristina will be with Michael a lot while he is recuperating. Kristina will tell Michael about how she feels about Dear Old Dad. Kristina begins making excuses to why she can't spend time with Sonny. Kristina will act cold to Claudia who reaches out to her. People begin to talk to Alexis about changes in Kristina but she brushes it off as teenage hormones. Ric gives the facts about Sonny's role in her life. Kristina is more angered at Sonny and this is where the bar, alcohol, and Jason comes into play. Jason talks to Sam about Kristina's troubles. Alexis notices the change in Kristina and talks to Sam about it. Sam gives Alexis bad news. Sonny learns about Kristina's troubles and acts the only way he can. Ric tells Kristina his side of the story. Kristina is bitter that she lost her family with Alexis, Ric and Molly. Alexis notices that Ric has been spending time with Kristina and confronts him about the recent change. Ric denies any wrong doing and says Kristina came to him because he's her only father figure she's really had. Ric mentions that Kristina is having issues with Sonny but doesn't let on that he is escalating the situation. Kristina ends up on the wrong side of the law.
• Edward gives Michael an offer.
  

JaSam...

• Is there a kiss coming for JaSam? Rumors say a kiss comes the week of May 18 when Michael is coming out of his coma. The kiss takes them by suprise. Feelings are awakened but they don't discuss it.
• Jason and Sam celebrate.
• Carly tells Jason that she is happy he has Sam to lean on.
  

Ethan/Lulu/Luke...

• Holly comes to town and reveals she is Ethan's mother and Luke is his father.

CarJax...

• The fate of Carly's baby lies in Jax's hands.
• Carly gets the news about Michael she's been waiting for.
  

Slaudia...

• Claudia's nervousness leads her to making a hasty decision.
  
• Ric gives Sonny something to think about when it comes to being a father.
  

Spixie...

• Spinelli and Maxie find interesting information about Kate.

Johnny...

• Johnny and Olivia find comfort in each other.
• Johnny is being moved away from the teen scene and onto the adults.
  

Nem2...

• Rebecca and Alexis strike a deal.
  

Sources:
The Daytime Dish
General Hospital Happenings
National Enquirer
Daytime Confidential

New info on Martha Byrne's Character

From Generalhospital.about.com

Martha Byrne will play Mayor Floyd's wife who gets caught in a political scandal involving the hospital. The role is suppose to be meaty and the writers are hoping to attract viewers.

Ratings 4/20-4/24

GH
Monday: 1.8/2,453,000
Tuesday: 1.7/2,213,000
Wednesday: 1.9/2,353,000
Thursday: 1.9/2,401,000
Friday: 1.8/2,381,000

Total Viewers
1. Y&R 5,109,000 (-171,000/-224,000)
2. B&B 3,488,000 (+14,000/-292,000)
3. DAYS 2,900,000 (+88,000/+16,000)
4. ATWT 2,488,000 (-42,000/-428,000)
5. AMC 2,423,000 (-149,000/-43,000)
6. GH 2,360,000 (-265,000/-668,000) <--------------- new low
7. OLTL 2,288,000 (-275,000/-373,000) <------------- new low
8. GL 1,969,000 (-276,000/-405,000)


HH
1. Y&R 3.6/13 (-.2/-.2)
2. B&B 2.6/9 (same/-.1)
3. DAYS 2.2/8 (+.1/+.1)
4. ATWT 1.9/7 (same/-.2)
4. AMC 1.9/7 (-.1/-.1)
6. GH 1.8/6 (-.2/-.5) <-------------- new low
6. OLTL 1.8/6 (-.1/-.3) <------------ ties low
8. GL 1.5/5 (-.1/-.2)


Women 18-49 Viewers
1. Y&R 1,117,000 (-137,000/+21,000)
2. DAYS 900,000 (+22,000/-57,000)
3. B&B 781,000 (+12,000/-11,000)
4. GH 761,000 (-55,000/-328,000)
5. AMC 720,000 (+10,000/-28,000)
6. OLTL 671,000 (-102,000/-259,000)
7. ATWT 599,000 (+5,000/-106,000)
8. GL 490,000 (-84,000/-182,000)


Women 18-49 Rating
1. Y&R 1.7/12 (-.2/same)
2. DAYS 1.4/9 (+.1/-.1)
3. B&B 1.2/8 (same/same)
4. GH 1.1/8 (-.1/-.6) <------------------ new low
4. AMC 1.1/7 (same/same)
6. OLTL 1.0/7 (-.2/-.4) <---------------- new low
7. ATWT 0.9/6 (same/-.2)
8. GL 0.7/5 (-.2/-.3) <------------------ ties low


Girls 12-17 Viewers
1. GH 44,000 (-11,000/+12,000)
2. DAYS 35,000 (-2,000/same)
3. OLTL 33,000 (-19,000/same)
4. Y&R 32,000 (-7,000/+6,000)
5. AMC 29,000 (+2,000/+9,000)
6. ATWT 20,000 (-10,000/-15,000)
7. B&B 19,000 (-5,000/-8,000)
8. GL 15,000 (-5,000/-5,000)


Women 18-34 Rating
1. Y&R 1.2/8 (-.1/+.3)
2. DAYS 1.1/7 (+.1/same)
3. AMC 0.9/6 (same/+.2)
3. GH 0.9/6 (same/-.2)
5. B&B 0.8/5 (same/+.2)
6. OLTL 0.7/5 (-.1/-.2)
7. ATWT 0.6/4 (-.1/+.1)
8. GL 0.4/3 (-.2/-.1)


Men 18+ Viewers
1. Y&R 1,272,000 (+21,000/-52,000)
2. B&B 781,000 (+14,000/-88,000)
3. DAYS 610,000 (+4,000/+2,000)
4. ATWT 510,000 (-42,000/-119,000)
5. AMC 488,000 (-20,000/+15,000)
6. OLTL 427,000 (-50,000/-52,000)
7. GL 397,000 (-140,000/-88,000)
8. GH 391,000 (-76,000/-168,000)

Spoilers 5/5

* Has Kelly Monaco has been offered a temporary spot on The View? I'm hearing it's a temporary position as co host when Elizabeth Hasselback goes on maternity this Fall.

Slaudia...

• Claudia hopes for the best.
  
• Claudia and Johnny set Ric up.
  
• Is Carson coming? I'm hearing Sonny makes a comment about true love and Carly.
  
• Claudia collapses and Ric takes her to GH. Claudia and Sonny are relieved their baby is ok.
  
• Sonny tells Olivia about his complicated relationship with Claudia.
  
• Sonny is interested in Olivia's secret.
  
• Claudia makes a move against Kate.
  
• Carly tries to warn Sonny about Kate.
• Claudia tries to get on Michael's good side.
  

CarJax...

• Jax begins to get to know Olivia better.
• Jax doesn't want Claudia near Carly. '
• Jax tells Olivia he is tempted to tell Sonny and Carly about Claudia's part but instead just asks Claudia to leave.
  

L&L2...

• Lucky and Liz confess their love the end of May.
• Lucky talks to Liz about Luke and Ethan.
  

NEM2...

• Alexis continues to be suspicious about Rebecca. Rebecca was in Greece for 6 months. Nik tells Alexis to mind her own Bees Wax.
  
• Edward warns Rebecca about the Cassadines.
• Alexis wants Rebecca to leave town.
  

Lulu/Ethan...

• Ethan hopes that Luke isn't his father.
  
• Lulu is going to spend the summer trying to find herself. She may just find love too.
• Ethan charms the Q's and has more connections we have yet to see.
  
• Lucky is upset when he learns that Ethan could be his brother.
  
• Lulu kisses Ethan.
• Luke asks Lulu to get close to Ethan to find out what Tracy is up to.
  
• Luke and Ethan leave town to rescue Holly.
• Holly visits Ethan and Luke.
• Ethan wishes that Holly isn't his mother, but not all wishes come true.
  
• Michael surprises Lulu.
• Ethan surprises Lulu.
  

DiMax...

• Diane and Max will kiss, cuddle, and more...

Alexis...

• Diane tells Alexis about her and Max's sex life.
• Sonny informs Alexis about his baby with Claudia.
• Jax tells Alexis about his baby.
  
• Luke tells Alexis that he thinks Ethan is his.
  
• Ric tells Alexis he'll always be there for the kids before he exits the show.
  

Michael...

• Tense times waiting for Michael's surgery to be over.
• Dr. Hensen leaves and Patrick has to operate.
  
• Jax and Sonny are able to agree about Michael.
• Michael flatlines but Patrick stabilizes him. Sonny and Carly decide to have Patrick continue. Claudia prays for Michael at the chapel. When the surgery is over Patrick says that he doesn't believe Michael will ever wake up. Carly collapses in Jax's arms. Sonny and Carly won't give up and stands by Michael's bedside.
  
• Michael wakes up with Lulu by his side.
  
• Michael wakes up but it may not all be good news.
  
• Michael turns on Sonny.
• Claudia worries that Michael remembers all of her confessions while he was in a coma.
  

Maxie/Spin/Johnny...

• Maxie takes actions to ensure Spinelli stays away from Winifred.
  
• Johnny is nervous about Jason's questions.
• Information is being leaked out of Crimson. Kate tells Maxie to find out where its coming from or she is fired. Maxie and Spinelli team up to find who is behind it. Spinelli and Maxie lose the suspect when things heat up during the stake out.
  
• Claudia is not happy when she learns Johnny has been sleeping with Olivia.
  

JaSam...

• Nik hires Sam to investigate Rebecca.
• Sam waits with Jason during Michael's surgery.
  

Interesting Tidbit from DD

A shocking betrayal (Carjax)
A murder (Olivia)
A loss of a child (Claudia)
A friendship finally turns into something more (Spixie)
A young Spencer girl "temps fate" and takes a chance on love again (Lulu)
A man loses everything (Jax)
A Zacchara leaves town (Johnny)
True love never dies (Carson)


Sources:
The Daytime Dish (Rumors)
Daytime Confidential
Wubs
General Hospital Happenings

April Episode Counts

APRIL 2009 EPISODE COUNT - 22 EPISODES (n/c)

1. Sarah Brown (Claudia Zacchara) - 19 (-3)
* Jason Thompson (Patrick Drake) - 19 (+8)
* Laura Wright (Carly Jacks) - 19 (+2)
4. Maurice Benard (Sonny Corinthos) - 18 (+1)
5. Steve Burton (Jason Morgan) - 17 (-2)
* Kimberly McCullough (Robin Scorpio) - 17 (-1)
7. Rebecca Herbst (Elizabeth Webber) - 16 (n/c)
8. Tyler Christopher (Nikolas Cassadine) - 15 (+1)
* Nathan Parsons (Ethan Lovett) - 15 (--)
10. Natalia Livingston (Rebecca Shaw) - 15 (--)

11. Ingo Rademacher (Jasper Jacks) - 14 (+1)
12. Brandon Barash (Johnny Zacchara) - 13 (-5)
13. Julie Berman (Lulu Spencer) - 13 (-3)
* Kirsten Storms (Maxie Jones) - 13 (+1)
15. Jason Cook (Matt Hunter) - 12 (--)
* Sonya Eddy (Epiphany Johnson) - 12 (+5)
17. Rick Hearst (Ric Lansing) - 12 (+1)
18. Jane Elliot (Tracy Quartermaine) - 11 (+3)
* Anthony Geary (Luke Spencer) - 11 (+1)
* Lisa LoCicero (Olivia Falconeri) - 11 (--)

21. Bradford Anderson (Damien Spienlli) - 10 (-6)
* Minae Noji (Dr. Kelly Lee) - 10 (+9)
23. Sebastian Roche (Jerry Jacks) - 9 (-2) RECURRING AS OF 04/20
* Greg Vaughan (Lucky Spencer) - 9 (+3)
25. Nancy Lee Grahn (Alexis Davis) - 8 (-10)
* Amy Hill (Dr. Lauren Brown) - 8 (--)
27. UNKNOWN ACTRESS(ES) (Emma Drake) - 6 (--)
28. Constance Towers (Helena Cassadine) - 6 (--) RETURNED 04/13
29. Leslie Charleson (Monica Quartermaine) - 5 (+1)
30. Justina Vail Evans (Dr. Ingrid Hensen) - 4 (--)
* John Ingle (Edward Quartermaine) - 4 (+1)
* Megan Ward (Kate Howard) - 4 (-13)

33. Ron Hale (Mike Corbin) - 3 (+2)
* Kelly Monaco (Sam McCall) - 3 (-6)
35. Derk Cheetwood (Max Giambetti) - 2 (-6)
* Chrissie Fitt (Mercedes) - 2 (-1)
* Drew Garrett (Michael Corinthos) - 2 (--) FIRST AIRED 04/24
* Blake Gibbons (Mitchell Coleman) - 2 (-2)
* Carolyn Hennesy (Diane Miller) - 2 (-11)
* John J. York (Mac Scorpio) - 2 (-1)

41. Drew Cheetwood (Max Giambetti) - 1 (-2)
* Richard Fancy (Bernie Abrahams) - 1 (n/c)
* Senta Moses (Winnifred Leeds) - 1 (--)
* Darlene Vogel (Claire Lindquist) - 1 (--)
* Braden Walkes (Cameron Webber) - 1 (-1)
* Jackie Zeman (Bobbie Spencer) - 1 (n/c)
* Uncredited Actor(s) (Jake Spencer) - 1 (--)


From: SoapOperaNetwork.com

Spoilers 5/4

JaSam...

• Hearing they'll hit the sheets before July.
  

Slaudia...

• Are they testing Claudia and Jax? well that is what I'm hearing.
  

Johnny...

• Johnny is upset because he overhears Maxie confessing her undying love to Spinelli and
  Olivia is upset because she watches a tender moment between Sonny, Claudia and the baby. They begin drink together at the MC, Olivia tells Johnny that he reminds her of Sonny.They get drunk and make their way upstairs, and yes, someone witnesses all this happening.
  

Sources:
Daytime Dish