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NASCAR Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Phoenix

Mar 5, 2014
Kevin Harvick could barely contain his excitement during the offseason, and now we know why. The driver knew his new team would be strong and he proved that Sunday. Happy held a wide smile after leading 224 laps, taking his first win of the 2014 season and first for Stewart-Haas Racing in only his second …

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NASCAR Mailbox: New Chase System – So Far, So Good

Mar 5, 2014
Kurt Busch is either really brave or really stupid, if not some sort of hybrid between the two. When it comes to American motorsports, the only other race that is equal to (if not larger than) the Daytona 500 in terms of prestige is the Indianapolis 500. Every IndyCar driver wants to win it, and …

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Who’s Hot / Who’s Not In NASCAR: Phoenix – Las Vegas Edition

Who’s Hot / Who’s Not In NASCAR: Phoenix – Las Vegas Edition

Mar 4, 2014
Tornadoes threatened the Daytona 500, but conditions were near-perfect in the desert Sunday. Nearly 27 years after a lightning strike ignited the main grandstand at Phoenix International Raceway, there was plenty of sunshine for The Profit onCNBC 500k. The track transformed into a refreshing desert oasis for certain drivers troubled by Daytona results, yet still, some …

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Racing To The Point: Kinks In Qualifying Need Fixed — And Fast

Mar 4, 2014
You know when you’re driving down the interstate in a pack of cars going about 75 mph and, all of a sudden, you come up on that little old lady who can’t see over the steering wheel, taking up two lanes in her car that’s double the size of yours and is going about 36 …

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The Difference In NASCAR Between Oblivious And Relentless

The Difference In NASCAR Between Oblivious And Relentless

Mar 4, 2014
Once again, I am writing about a topic that, while obvious to the common man (and not to mention that most of us thought it had long ago been taken care of), has reared its ugly head once more: SAFER barriers. I know what you are thinking: aren’t SAFER barriers old news? Yes, Virginia, they are. Unfortunately (and much …

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Couch Potato Tuesday: ESPN Rains On Nationwide’s Parade

Mar 4, 2014
Hello, race fans. Welcome back to Couch Potato Tuesday, where race telecast criticism and/or praise is the primary objective. This past weekend, the Sprint Cup and Nationwide Series were both in Phoenix, Arizona. In between showers, we got in 480 miles of action. Blue Jeans Go Green 200 (shortened to 168) On Saturday (March 1), …

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Five Points To Ponder: NASCAR Gambles, And So Do Teams With Vegas Looming

Five Points To Ponder: NASCAR Gambles, And So Do Teams With Vegas Looming

Mar 4, 2014
ONE: NASCAR Teams Gambling Already No, I’m not talking about Las Vegas. It’s clear the new Chase format, rewarding race winners, is going to have a significant impact on the pre-playoff portion this season. We saw it take effect already this past Sunday, when Dale Earnhardt, Jr.’s team was comfortable with making, had they needed to, a …

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Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2014 The Profit on CNBC 500 at Phoenix

Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2014 The Profit on CNBC 500 at Phoenix

Mar 3, 2014
Key Moment – Kevin Harvick missed the final 12 in “knockout” qualifying by .001 seconds and started the race 13th based on that result. While Harvick won practices and the race, his stumble in qualifying was the only thing that added any excitement to the weekend. In a Nutshell – Harvick won everything but qualifying at Phoenix …

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The Big 6: Questions Answered After the 2014 The Profit on CNBC 500 at Phoenix

The Big 6: Questions Answered After the 2014 The Profit on CNBC 500 at Phoenix

Mar 3, 2014
Looking for the Who, What, When, Where, Why and How behind Sunday’s race? Amy Henderson has you covered with each week with the answers to six race-day questions, covering all five Ws and even the H… the Big Six. Who… gets my shoutout of the race? It shouldn’t have been unexpected. Anyone who didn’t think Dale …

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NASCAR’s Drought In The Desert… A Case Of Bad Timing

NASCAR’s Drought In The Desert… A Case Of Bad Timing

Mar 3, 2014
NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series swept into its West Coast swing this weekend with a sandstorm out in Arizona. Momentum, with one Most Popular Driver winning one Most Important Race, was clearly in their corner. All week, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. popped up everywhere from SportsCenter to Letterman, reminding former, current, and future supporters of stock car racing of the cool factor that …

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Pace Laps: A Tale Of Two At Stewart-Haas, Handcuffs, And A Budding Rivalry

Pace Laps: A Tale Of Two At Stewart-Haas, Handcuffs, And A Budding Rivalry

Mar 3, 2014
Did you miss an event during this busy week in racing? How about a late-night press release, an important sponsorship rumor, or a juicy piece of news? If you did, you’ve come to the right place! Each Monday, The Frontstretch will break down the racing, series by series, to bring you the biggest stories that …

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Harvick’s Dominance Raises the Question: Does Years of Experience Mean a Significant Advantage at a Track?

Harvick’s Dominance Raises the Question: Does Years of Experience Mean a Significant Advantage at a Track?

Mar 3, 2014
Throughout The Profit on CNBC 500 race weekend, Kevin Harvick and his Stewart-Haas Racing team turned in a near flawless performance from the time they unloaded to the checkered flag. The Californian’s dominance, leading 224 of the 312-lap distance at Phoenix International Raceway, was not in question; however, how much is a result of his history at the track …

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