I would in fact prefer a show with five pricing games, a longer showcase and then the end game, if it meant we didn't have half of the show as the quick decision games.

Also, maybe the show could get back some amount of time with Drew's filler chat portions where he explains "there's a second chance" or "this is like a puzzle" that doesn't really forward the narrative at all. I don't know what I'd do with the time but it feels like there's a lot of talking just for its own sake. In the main I think he bonds with the contestants very well, and that builds a great deal of goodwill for me.

although I think his delivery could be a little smoother at times during the Showcase

This is honestly one of the few criticisms I have. He could be a little more excited when someone wins both showcases.

I agree Drew had a “going through the motions” phase when he first started where he was a little too dry. He’s made the show his own, although I think his delivery could be a little smoother at times during the Showcase, but I do love that his sign off calls attention to mental health awareness.

This is a total about face from when he was first offered the gig. He's improved his hosting skills compared to the first couple of seasons. I feel he's become a decent but not spectacular host.

I think he's a great host. He's not "playing Drew Carey". He hosts the show as someone who genuinely enjoys what he's doing, has a great ability to interact with people, and makes it fun.