Game Show Host a little too Involved Sometimes

Alex took almost 10 seconds to tell jeopardy contestants there were two clues left in double jeopardy round. For that reason, the time expired before  $2000 was read/revealed. I don't think Jeopardy has ever accepted a BLIND contestant who would be UNAWARE there were two clues remaining, so I am befuddled as to why Trebek wastes valuable time stating the obvious to highly intelligent people. 

Over the years the legendary game show host has cost the players money due to unnecessary commentary that is intended to be helpful. For example Jason has almost half of Jill's dollar amount, so if Jason makes it a true daily double, then HE WILL ALMOST CATCH UP WITH JILL. Comon Alex dude! you are not dealing with special ed students here. 

I admire Alex immensely for the way he dealt with the excessively apologetic Sarah Jett Rayburn from a place near Georgetown, Texas. He gently calmed the nerves of the very sharp stay at home mother. I would wonder if she was scolded too frequently as a child or has a domineering husband.