Zach Braff signs for 'Scrubs' return

Zach Braff has reportedly closed a deal to return to ABC's comedy series Scrubs.

According to The Hollywood Reporter, Braff, who has starred as Dr. John J.D. Dorian in the medical comedy for eight seasons, has signed up to appear in six episodes.

Reports also claim that Sarah Chalke (Elliot) has agreed the same number of episodes, which the network hopes will transition the show to its new set-up should it be recommissioned for a ninth season.

Donald Faison, John C. McGinley and Neil Flynn have all closed deals to continue as regulars in second position to their pilots.