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Old 03-02-2017, 07:35 AM   #9001
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i would say the return of Dale Jr was probably a bigger reason why the ratings were way up. people might have been interested in the new format, but not as much as seeing Jr back.

i really hope the new format works on the other tracks and keeps things competitive. i'm just not sure how it will translate on tracks where the pack spreads out more.
I am trying to stay positive because I really don't want to see the sport die out. I honestly feel that NASCAR going under is a real possibility if things don't improve. I can see my self buying a book in my 60's called "The rise and fall of NASCAR: An analysis of 1995-2025."
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    I am trying to stay positive because I really don't want to see the sport die out. I honestly feel that NASCAR going under is a real possibility if things don't improve. I can see my self buying a book in my 60's called "The rise and fall of NASCAR: An analysis of 1995-2025."

    i don't think we'll ever see it die out completely. it may be vastly different than what we know it as today, but it will still be there. if anything, i think it will revert back to the early days. it won't be the big production it is today with pre-race concerts, etc.

    if it does really start to die out, i think you'll see 20 car races and a much shorter schedule. one race a year at each track for like 20 race seasons. it'll turn back into the novelty it was 50-70 years ago.

    limiting the schedule cuts the supply, which will raise demand. instead of having the option to go to one of two races, its either you go or you don't. cutting cars will allow sponsors who are not willing to pay $15 million a year pay part of that for part of the schedule, moreso than we see now. pretty much every car will have 3 or 4 sponsors over the course of the season.

    i think there will always be people interested because people will always like fast cars and powerful engines. the sport is incredibly safe, so there won't necessarily be a loss of interest from drivers like there is with football players in the NFL.

    NASCAR will just become a secondary sport, like lacrosse. everyone knows its a thing and the people who go love to go, but it doesn't have mass appeal. thats if it can't figure out how to get more interest.
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    Once the NFL season starts, I watch maybe a handful of races. The night races and the good races. Way too many uneventful 1.5 milers in the back half of the schedule.
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    I moved Erik Jones into the starting spot and it didnt take on my phone. Argh.
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    Old 03-06-2017, 03:49 PM   #9005
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    Still not in last place, w00t! Hahaha
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    Old 03-13-2017, 05:00 AM   #9006
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    haha Logano. And Kyle.

    That last lap situation between those two...hard to tell exactly what happened. Looks like Logano DID get a little loose and came up the track and hit Busch. If he had seen that video would he have gone after him? Yeah, probably.

    And Logano saying he wasnt punched...lol. Kyle got one or two good ones in before his pit guy took him down.

    Do any of the drivers respect Logano? Dont think so.
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    Never tire of seeing MTJ winning
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    Old 03-13-2017, 11:20 AM   #9008
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    haha Logano. And Kyle.

    That last lap situation between those two...hard to tell exactly what happened. Looks like Logano DID get a little loose and came up the track and hit Busch. If he had seen that video would he have gone after him? Yeah, probably.

    And Logano saying he wasnt punched...lol. Kyle got one or two good ones in before his pit guy took him down.

    Do any of the drivers respect Logano? Dont think so.
    Of all the on-track incidents Logano has been involved in, yesterday was pretty innocent. The problem is that he can never expect to get the benefit of the doubt based on his track record. He's such a smug, little shit. I'm honestly fine with someone trying to deck him at the end of every race.
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    Old 03-13-2017, 03:59 PM   #9009
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    Top 3 Little Bitches in NASCAR, in order from worst to less worse.
    1. Brat Kuntsloseski
    2. Joey Guido
    3. Kyle Busch
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    Old 03-14-2017, 03:22 PM   #9010
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    Of all the on-track incidents Logano has been involved in, yesterday was pretty innocent. The problem is that he can never expect to get the benefit of the doubt based on his track record. He's such a smug, little shit. I'm honestly fine with someone trying to deck him at the end of every race.
    Agree wholeheartedly.
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    haha Logano. And Kyle.

    That last lap situation between those two...hard to tell exactly what happened. Looks like Logano DID get a little loose and came up the track and hit Busch. If he had seen that video would he have gone after him? Yeah, probably.

    And Logano saying he wasnt punched...lol. Kyle got one or two good ones in before his pit guy took him down.

    Do any of the drivers respect Logano? Dont think so.
    kyle was pretty much the cause of all of that. he came down into joey when they were trying to get by brad. joey just ran hard into the corner because he had to and got loose. kyle's a little bitch who make everything everyone else's fault. if he just backed off when trying to get around brad, he'd have a top 5 finish instead of 22nd.

    i wouldn't use kyle going after joey as a sign of dis/respect for joey in the garage. kyle is little punk and should be the last person whose opinion is considered.


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    Never tire of seeing MTJ winning
    i felt so bad for him when brad passed him with a handful of laps to go. he needed a miracle to win at that point and he actually got it.

    his team's garage is pretty awesome too. if you are ever out in denver, try to get a tour of it. best garage tour in nascar, by far.
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    Old 03-25-2017, 08:32 AM   #9012
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    Is there a cut off for when you can clear your roster in fantasy? I'm not able to change drivers from the ones I had last week.
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    Is there a cut off for when you can clear your roster in fantasy? I'm not able to change drivers from the ones I had last week.
    Yes. It's usually Friday early AM, before qualifying. After that, you're locked in...you can switch drivers that you already have (start vs. bench) but you can't clear your roster after this point. If you go under options, you can set up a reminder email weekly.
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    Old 03-26-2017, 07:33 AM   #9014
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    Yes. It's usually Friday early AM, before qualifying. After that, you're locked in...you can switch drivers that you already have (start vs. bench) but you can't clear your roster after this point. If you go under options, you can set up a reminder email weekly.
    Ah gotcha, thanks. Will have to set that reminder moving forward.
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    Old 03-30-2017, 01:09 PM   #9015
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    So I've noticed something that recurs in the fantasy league year after year. And this year, if I get the timing right, I expect to win. I came in 2nd two years ago and even won a segment. I won't give it away but enjoy your 200 point lead. In a way, this is like a chess game with a significant element of luck. I've been so busy I haven't even had time to watch a whole race.
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    So I've noticed something that recurs in the fantasy league year after year. And this year, if I get the timing right, I expect to win. I came in 2nd two years ago and even won a segment. I won't give it away but enjoy your 200 point lead. In a way, this is like a chess game with a significant element of luck. I've been so busy I haven't even had time to watch a whole race.
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    Old 04-02-2017, 04:02 PM   #9017
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    Picked the race winner. The rest of my team was shit. Three years ago I picked 7 race winners (and 12 pole-sitters, and a shit ton of qualifying points) and still had a shitty season. This does not bode well.
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    i'm liking the segments. made the middle of the race a lot more interesting with pit strategies and fighting for the top 10 while still leaving enough of the race at the end to feel like a traditional race. it'll be interesting to see how the points play out at the end of the regular season.
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    Old 04-10-2017, 06:42 PM   #9019
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    Picked the race winner. The rest of my team was shit. Three years ago I picked 7 race winners (and 12 pole-sitters, and a shit ton of qualifying points) and still had a shitty season. This does not bode well.
    and, to reply to myself, I picked the pole sitter again. Had another shitty week.

    If this keeps up I'm just not playing anymore. I don't handle losing well, at all.
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    Old 04-25-2017, 06:13 AM   #9020
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    JR retiring after this season. Ouch.
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    Old 04-25-2017, 06:19 AM   #9021
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    Rip nascar.
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    Old 04-25-2017, 06:22 AM   #9022
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    I think the worst part is driver turnover. I started paying attention when Big E died. Before that, I knew names like Gordon, Wallace, Petty, Big E, Jarrett etc. but really didn't follow the sport. I started really getting into it when Dale Jr. won the 2004 500.

    But, after so many of the drivers that got me into to sport have retired (Wallace, Jarrett, Burton, Elliot, Stewart, Gordon, now Edwards), it has become a chore to stay interested. I will watch the 500 because it's the 500, but I only casually pay attention any more as opposed to make a point to catch the races every weekend.

    I think once Jr hangs it up, I'll probably be done for good. I like Keslowski but not enough to watch the races week in and week out.
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    JR retiring after this season. Ouch.
    That's it. I'm out.
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    Keselowski is the worst.
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    Old 04-25-2017, 06:36 AM   #9024
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    Keselowski is the worst.
    I like his DGAF attitude... and Miller Lite. And, I used to really like Rusty Wallace.

    He's more likable than either Busch douche or effing Logano.

    I suppose I can get behind Chase Elliott. Jimmie Johnson is really good but SOOOO bloody boring.
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    I like the new talent in the mix right now.
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    Yep. Brad is easily my #2 driver behind Jr.
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    Yeah, I'm done. Haven't even watched a whole race this season. New format is fucked. NASCAR is fucked. If you listen to Dale's radio chatter this year, he has major issues with the sport. I'm sure since a more lucrative opportunity is waiting in the wings he's jumping ship. I expect to see him doing broadcasting or even another role. He owns JRM and I wouldn't be surprised if he steps that operation up. I also have a huge feeling we'll be seeing someone at Hendrick in the 88 next year that will surprise us *cough* Carl Edwards *cough* Not sure what driver's contracts expire, but I'm sure it will be someone big.
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    Yeah, I'm done. Haven't even watched a whole race this season. New format is fucked. NASCAR is fucked. If you listen to Dale's radio chatter this year, he has major issues with the sport. I'm sure since a more lucrative opportunity is waiting in the wings he's jumping ship. I expect to see him doing broadcasting or even another role. He owns JRM and I wouldn't be surprised if he steps that operation up. I also have a huge feeling we'll be seeing someone at Hendrick in the 88 next year that will surprise us *cough* Carl Edwards *cough* Not sure what driver's contracts expire, but I'm sure it will be someone big.
    I think its been something on his mind for a while now, and with the medical issues hes been having, and his contract expiring, he cant see himself committing to another 2, 3, 4 years as a driver. Recently married, most likely wanting to start a family, etc. also a major factor.

    He has a presser this afternoon from HMS.
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    Dude can retire, still collect tens of millions from sponsorships, and maybe even race Daytona and Talledega if he wants.
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    I don't blame Jr. for retiring. He has millions of dollars, still has half his life ahead of him and a smoking hot wife at home. Enjoy yourself.

    But as a fan I'm disappointed. I've watched less and less Nascar the last few years (didn't watch one race after his concussion last year). I imagine I'll still watch the Daytona 500 each year, but that is it.

    Nascar is in huge trouble. The ratings are not great (and going to go down without Jr.) and they are having trouble attracting people to the track.
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