ABC Series Castle to Pay Tribute to Stephen J. Cannell in Upcoming Episode

TV|Line is reporting that the ABC series Castle will pay tribute to the late Stephen J. Cannell on its April 11th episode.

Cannell, who died last fall, appeared on three episodes of the series as one of Richard Castle's poker playing buddies -- all of whom, like Castle, are crime novelists.

In the upcoming episode, Castle will be joined by Michael Connelly (making his third appearance) and Dennis Lehane (his first) for a night of cards when they make reference to Cannell's passing.