Haley finds herself in hot water thanks to Claire, but Claire feigns innocent when questioned by Tripp
Claire continues to lie herself out of situations as J.J. continues to want to be Haley's biggest helper, and now he has a plan
More of Jack's sneaky wayss emerge when he dupes Tripp while Eve makes a recording that could cause more commotion
John nearly causes Leo's mind to blow when he admits to being his father, info that Leo later shares with his newfound brother Brady
Due to her desire to be with John at all costs, Diana causes Marlena to collapse after she poisons her foe
A motionless Marlena is left by Diana and soon after discovered by John, who's beside himself with grief and fear
Marlena is quickly hospitalized but far from being out of the woods, and Diana takes that time to share her (faux) sympathies with John
Diana attempts to comfort John, but her deadly desires might be thwarted when Leo tells John to be wary of his mother
A concerned John is jolted when a nurse gives him information on the person who poisoned Marlena
The nurse lets John know that it was none other than Kristen DiMera who made the attempt on Marlena's life
While Marlena's maladies become more critical, the dire situation Sonny and Will were in takes a turn for the better
It's a surprising turning point for Eric and Sarah when she spontaneously smooches him while comforting him about Marlena
Eric and Nicole's betrayal turned Brady into a bitter man, and he's not too happy with Eric regarding his kiss with Sarah
Brady not only lets Rex know of Eric's unbrotherly behavior but also lambastes Eric over the smooch with Sarah
Chloe attempts to be a comfort when a tense Rex shares his concerns about Sarah and Eric's closeness
Chloe and Stefan find themselves getting even closer when they share their tragic tales of growing up in similar ways
While Ben believes it's best that things are broken off with Ciara, Stefan warns him not to be too closed off
In fact, Stefan champions Ben giving love another chance as Ciara shares her sorrow with Julie, who is always armed with advice
Olivia Rose Keegan to exit DAYS
DAYS shocker: Nadia Bjorlin to exit the role of Chloe Lane
Never say never: Arianne Zucker to return to DAYS in 2019
Tyler Christopher takes leave from DAYS; NBC soap recasts Stefan
Ben and Ciara find themselves in a familiar place when he becomes her hero again
While Ciara wishes for another chance with Ben, Ted may get his wish after a tender time with Hope
A mistrustful Tripp has serious doubts about Claire, and she's aghast when confronted
Justin is the bearer of bad news for Haley, but J.J. has an engaging plan to keep her in the country
Sarah shares that she is smitten with Eric while Marlena is caught up in a dangerous struggle
Wicked winds blow a sinful Salemite into town, and they're sure to start more than one scandal
An already rocky romance is put through another test as a third party could create some friction (and sparks)
One Salemite's already twisted love life becomes even more entangled when their great love seemingly returns
Twists and turns eventually lead a Salemite out of town, but the departures will leave destruction behind
Just as one sordid scheme seems to be coming to an end, a deadly twist changes everything
Come spring, Salemites unite to say goodbye to a beloved family member and community pillar
The only certainty in Salem is its uncertainty, and certain storylines may not be as they appear
Departures and homecomings rock Salem over the next few months, especially when one sneaky schemer returns to cause chaos
