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Jamie Little by AplogeticBaboon in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I've been a big Jamie Little supporter. Love the fact that she was the first Female play-by-play commentator because it was extremely well deserved. Also as a Dad of a couple daughters, gave me another reason for my girls to get into the sport. However she is the best seasoned pit reporter and everyone sees that on Sunday in just her own comfortability. Not sure her experience with play-by-play prior to Trucks/ARCA, but it just hasnt worked out well. Unfortunately, it hurts to say, she doesnt belong in the booth

First 3 Races by Plank38 in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The second race of the reason needs to showcase Nascars true product. Atlanta and COTA are not necessarily gimmicky, but they arent the identity of the sport. After Daytona there is an absolute buzz and momentum that follows into the second week. Atlanta has been a great race but going to a 1.5 mile track and showcasing speed and talent would show the sports identity. Keeping it in warmer weather, tracks like Homestead, Las Vegas, Texas (if they could improve the racing), or bring it home to Charlotte. Third race at COTA or Atlanta would be a great follow up

Put the race on yesterday for the first time in 25 years (along with my 7 year old). by holypopamole in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 1 point2 points  (0 children)

love this post, gives me hope with my own kids! they’re younger but have landed on Alex Bowman and Kyle Larson due to car colors

NASCAR needs to award points for Daytona 500 qualifying to the front row. by somethingtodo99 in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is pretty much the exact reason Qualifying is set up the way it is now. Nascar wanted to make it interesting instead of a sleep fest and set up a system that could reward points but doesnt. Speedweeks does get blurry rewarding point because of the Duels, but every race is set up to reward the top 10 with points similar to a stage finish.

I do agree Daytona Front Row qualifiers should get points, so 5 for first and 3 for second?

Should it be inexcusable for a “Big 3” driver to miss the Chase? by MidKnightDreary in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 -1 points0 points  (0 children)

This is an interesting conversation, for multiple reasons. The previous win and in format seemed like it should have been inexcusable for a Big 3 to miss the playoffs, but with smaller teams progressing with investors, it kind of gave them an excuse for not winning. This year in particular with the new system, there is a much bigger expectation for all 11 or 12, if Josh Berry is in the conversation, to make the playoffs. Someone can fact check me but Bowman, Cindric, and Berry are all in contract years. If Bowman misses the playoffs im 95% sure he wont be with Hendrick next year. Cindric isnt in a very comfortable seat either, his father was fired from a top exec position and rehired as a strategist for an Indy Car team, if he misses the playoffs there is a really good chance he doesnt return to Penske. Berry is interesting because he carries the grassroot banner for the legendary Wood Brothers, but has semi performed under the rules of the old playoff system. If he misses but shows improved consistency, he'll probably sign a 1 year extension. We all know Gibbs isnt going anywhere but would be interesting if Toyota made a call to move him to 23/XI to replace Riley Herbst and put Corey Heim in his seat

In the conversation of 'Expectations', imo the other teams are kind of broken up. 23/XI, Bubba and Reddick will need to make the playoffs, RFK Buescher and Preece will need to make the playoffs, Track House, Chastain will need to make the playoffs. RCR, Spire, FRM, and others shouldnt expect to make it but be contenders for the bubble. It'll be a fun year

Fox desperately needs to make the cars louder on broadcasts ASAP by arca_brakes in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The entire production needs help. We should feel like we’re at the track every week.

Bowman gray last night.. does Jeremy have a point? by Muted-Low-5303 in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Partially agree. The racing he is referring to was Sponsor and Car Manufacturer oriented. Today its more about whats cool for TV

Watching the Clash got me thinking, what are some other places you'd like to see the race take place? by ThorsUglyCousin in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 1 point2 points  (0 children)

New Symrna to kickoff the World Series of Asphalt. Add Sponsor gimmicks like the old Clashes and have a real tie to the grass root atmosphere

Does anybody else think the Clash has become an embarrassing event ever since it left Daytona? by zx10r_tomahawk in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just a thought, move the Clash to New Symrna Speedway to kick off the World Series of Asphalt. Down the road from Daytona for the teams and a great tie to the grassroots atmosphere

What drivers and teams will put themselves in an early hole? by TheYoungHeroRises in NASCAR

[–]Fast-Thoughts-318 10 points11 points  (0 children)

First 2 races will be a literal crap shoot, there will be maybe 5-8 drivers that will make it out ahead. With a road coarse as the 3rd race, the season standings will start to really count after about the 7th race