For the first time since Season 1, Dever didn’t return to Last Man Standing as a series regular in Season 7, and it appears she’s might be down to “special guest star” before anything gets any better on that front.
Kaitlyn Dever’s so busy that she’s only actually filmed one of the 14 episodes that were produced so far, which is the Season 8 premiere that airs in January.
That said, it’s understood why the actress is no longer available.