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Buzzmaster

  (5:01 PM)

Mark Garrow will be stopping by Saturday at 3 p.m. ET to chat Fantasy NASCAR! He'll be around hours before the start of Saturday night's race, so get ready to set your lineups!

Mark Garrow

  (2:59 PM)

Good afternoon everyone..let's get this partaaayyy started.

butternutts lenoir nc

Is there any chance fantasy players need to stay away from the 29 and 99 in case of the fued going on track? My thoughts are Lowe's race will be polite, but Marty will be some action.

Mark Garrow

  (3:00 PM)

No, I don't think so and a lot people are predicting the two of them will run really well tonight, especially, 99. I think things will be tame between the two because there is too much at stake in the championship deal..

Mike (Provo, Utah)

OK, which team? 48-16-24-99-45 or 48-16-24-83-5

Mark Garrow

  (3:01 PM)

Mike go with team number 2..48,16,24,83 are all top-five potential...yes, even the 83..5 is top-15 materail..That might be a nice set-up for tonight.

Mike ( Clarksville TN)

Guru, Need one 48,99. Need two 18,19,16,6. Need one44,83. Thanks for all your help.

Mark Garrow

  (3:02 PM)

99....16,18...83..

Caeser (Pittsburgh, PA)

How's it going guru? Can't wait for tonight's race! Tough choices for me this weekend and need some guidance. Edwards or Johnson? Reutimann or Kvapil? Pick two out of Biffle, Mears, Kahne and Ragan. Can only use Biffle one more time. Think I should use him here or can I wait and use one of the others and not lose to much? Thanks for the insight and keep up the great work. Have a good one.

Mark Garrow

  (3:04 PM)

Go with Edwards...Reutimann over Kvapil..Biffle and Ragan the way to go with the other two..Mears is top-15..Kahne possible top-10 but is struggling a little bit..If you want to save Biffle maybe Kahne will get better as race goes on and won't hurt you too badly..

Mark Garrow

  (3:05 PM)

Good time to also ask again..Could you please give me some feedback on what I provide to the ESPN fantasy racing player's experience...and drop me some quick comments at tg2vt@aol.com..It would be really appreciated..So please take a moment after the chat do that..again much appreciated.

Janet (Ascutney Vt)

Hi Mark, I really need your help this week. A. 31 or 99, B. 9,43,6,16 C.44 or dinger. My biggest problem is I am in 3rd place in our group on Yahoo and the guy in second will probably use 99, Is Burton good enough to use so I can gain on him.. B. He will probably use 9 and 6 so if I use 43 instead of 6?? He will probably use the 44 how is the dinger doing in the 00. He is about 200 points ahead of me now, thanks to your help... So what do I do now.. Thanks for all your help.

Mark Garrow

  (3:08 PM)

99...16 and 6...44...Can't be of much help to you tonight. 31 is good and will run top-10..but 99 is potentially top-five or better..6 will outperform the 43 clearly..and Allmendinger with a new deal will probably not outrun his one-race teammate Reutimann..no good news..sorry..

Mark Garrow

  (3:08 PM)

99...16 and 6...44...Can't be of much help to you tonight. 31 is good and will run top-10..but 99 is potentially top-five or better..6 will outperform the 43 clearly..and Allmendinger with a new deal will probably not outrun his one-race teammate Reutimann..no good news..sorry..

Wes (Chicago, IL)

Hey Mark, I have to go with either Labonte, Mears or Gilliland. I know the 43 has a better average finish and better recent history at Lowes but the 5 and 38 looked much better in both practices. Who do you recommend?

Mark Garrow

  (3:09 PM)

Mears has been a consistent top-15 car lately and really likes this place so I recommend him.

BOWLES: WICHITA FALLS, TX

HEY MARK, NEED SOMEONE AT 14.2 OR LOWER, IS THE 84 OR 00 GOING TO BE WORTH A DAMN?

Mark Garrow

  (3:11 PM)

I think they are equal risk..I talked to Skinner's crew chief this morning and he felt they might be able to run top-20...84's teammate Vickers is bad fast and Skinner's running chassis that's pretty close to his...Allmendinger in 00 that hasn't really done much all season..So I give edge to Skinner on this one.

dave, orlando

whats up guru,what you think of this line up 99-9-6-44 with 31-19-43-28 on bench should i change anything? thanks again good luck to you

Mark Garrow

  (3:13 PM)

Dave, I think you need to rethink this one..I like the 99 and 6 a lot...9 and 44 so-so..get the 31 off the bench for sure..

steve, carolina

guru who should i go with 48-99 and two from these options 18-8-16-9 and one from these 44-83. help appreciated thank you

Mark Garrow

  (3:13 PM)

99...16,18...although I like the 8 a lot too..9 is a question mark...83 no contest over 44, who will still run pretty decent.

Jeff - Morgantown, WV

Hey Mark. Got a tough one here....which duo do you like better tonight? 16 and 83 or 24 and 8. I have the Biff locked in but so does everyone else. I was thinking about picking up the 24 to go against the grain, especially with Martinsville on deck. I think Martin and Vickers will be a wash. Thoughts?

Mark Garrow

  (3:14 PM)

Jeff..I'd go with 16 and 83...I think Martin will run well but 83 should beat him..so it won't exactly be a wash.

Chris (MN)

If you could use each one once the rest of the way who do you use here, Edwards or Johnson? Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (3:15 PM)

I'd probably go with Edwards tonight then.

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Mark Garrow

  (3:16 PM)

Ray Gordon...chill out man and have a great day.

George (TX)

Thanks for putting your time and effort, it is appreciated. Mark pick 1 48 or 99 ..... rank these 5,6,8,9 ...... and pick 1 AJ or 44. Should anyone gamble on Kahne this week ?

Mark Garrow

  (3:17 PM)

99...6,8,9,5.....and 44...Kahne is "iffy" even to his own team..I don't think they are all that confident in what they have.

Jen (Ohio)

Hey Mark, after getting crushed last week, I need a huge rebound this week. How does 48 99 16 17 84 look to you?

Mark Garrow

  (3:18 PM)

If it makes you feel any better I got crushed too...If 84 scores top-20 or better you should be in pretty good shape..

Shredd Buffalo,NY

Hey Guru,Thanks for all the great insight! Can you rank these 3 groups? 17,6,8 and 5,44 and 22,01,00. Who do you like in the post race fight 29 or 99? I'm leaning towards the scrappy Harvick over the cover boy Edwards.

Mark Garrow

  (3:21 PM)

17,6,8..all really good..5 a little better than 44..last three ...wow..big risk...but I'd rank them 01,00,22...Rusty Wallace said Harvick would win fight because he wasn't beyond grabbing a hammer and letting Edwards have it..lol...In Rusty's words.."Dude's crazy"..lol..

clyde troy,ohio

mark which linup sounds better for tonight? 1) 2,83,9,18,31...2) 48,18,19,84,31...or 3) 18,8,9,83,24

Mark Garrow

  (3:22 PM)

Each team has plus and minuses..but I think the third team on balance will score the most points..

kevin, St Clair Shores, MI

Need some help mark, pick 1. 31 or 48 Pick 2. 6,9,18,19 Pick 1. 28 or 44, Is anybosy going to the back tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (3:23 PM)

48..but it could be close with the 31..18 and 6...44...Only car going to the back is Hornish because of a practice crash yesterday.

Big Poppa..Hotlanta

Whats going on Big Mark..What ya think No Practice but 1 for the weeks race who do i roll with pick 2 please sir....18,8,16,88 or the 9..thanks and have a great race evening

Mark Garrow

  (3:24 PM)

In this case I go with 18 and 16.

Big BULL....Fl

rank theese drivers for the week sir...99,48,24,17...thanks for all you help this year

Mark Garrow

  (3:25 PM)

99,24,48,17...all have potential to run top-five..

havertown, pa

Whats up guru? I need help picking a driver this week. Pick 1 out of these drivers 42,01,77,15,55,22,66 and 1 out of 20,24. thanks for your help.

Mark Garrow

  (3:26 PM)

I say go with 42..Montoya could run top-15..top-20..Take the 20 over the 24..Tony is bad to the bone baby!

Andy Cincy OH

Guru, pick one 48,99 or 20. The 20 is fast and no one is giving him any love!

Mark Garrow

  (3:26 PM)

I'd take the 20 over anybody tonight.

The Hulkster

Here's the deal, I'm picking Happy in the 4th round over Edwards. What are they saying in the garage? I'd like to have your personal pick also. The Hulkimaniacs are restless and need to know who Mark Garrow is rooting for!!

Mark Garrow

  (3:28 PM)

It never goes four...and Harvick will turn it into a barroom brawl and wins it with a "wratchet shot" in round two..lol..As an ex five-time Golden Glove champion I go with the guy who would rather die than lose to a "pansy"..lol..

Mike (Los Angeles)

Mark, can you rank these "floor" drivers for my squad: 5, 44, 19, 26, 42?

Mark Garrow

  (3:29 PM)

26,5, 44,19,42

Willie (MS)

All ultimate Mr Garrow,I must add that with your help I have finally cracked the top 100 overall in SCC. Much thanks, so here goes... Im gunning for a 700+, who would you choose to team with the 48,99,16,84? Choose one (17,8,9,83). Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (3:30 PM)

Tonight I'd go with 83..should surprise and may not be a place most people will go so give you a chance to pick up some more ground..and thanks for the props..

lou phila pa

mark 5,19,8 and 6 please rank

Mark Garrow

  (3:32 PM)

6,8,5,19

Travis (Spokane, WA)

How can the 9 be so dominate at this track in May, and be "iffy" here tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (3:33 PM)

Easy..he's run so-so before and after his deal here in May..and crew says he's average ..just okay and starting the race with top-15 potential..

Darrel Huntingtown MD

Hey Mark. Rank these guys please, 12,9,17,1,and 6. Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (3:33 PM)

6,17,9,12,1

Roughneck: North TX -- GO HORNS!!!! Winning by 10

What you think of Almendinger? Missed any news about damage to the car and such. He finished 9th at Kansas. 13th at Chicago and 20th at Lowes-1. What you Think there Mr. Garrow? Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (3:35 PM)

Roughneck..he did that in #84..in the #00 this week and that team hasn't done a whole lot..Allmendinger capable of running top-15 on track's this size but don't think his car is capable of that.

jerry (alabama)

nascar is foir hicks?

Mark Garrow

  (3:35 PM)

no offense..but we can at least spell...lol..and jerry have a great day...

Assassin (IKE torn area)

How is it going Mark? Who do I start as my bottom guy the 1 or 6

Mark Garrow

  (3:35 PM)

6

chris,paradise ca.

is the 24 top 5 material or shuld i go with the 29 or 31?

Mark Garrow

  (3:36 PM)

I think all three have top-five potential..would probably rank them 24,31,29..29 is going with a radically different car tonight. Could pay off big or be a "baby ruth in the punchbowl"..

Rick (CA)

"MARK GARROWI'd take the 20 over anybody tonight." I take it then that you feel he's favored to win the race tonight? By much over Edwards//Biffle?

Mark Garrow

  (3:37 PM)

Yes, he's the clear favorite...

jason tampa,fl

48,44,16,17,19?

Mark Garrow

  (3:37 PM)

You'll need 44 and 19 to come up pretty big..one of them has got to finish top-10 and the other no worse than top-15 to make this team work..

Tom

Please rank...8,11,9,5

Mark Garrow

  (3:38 PM)

8,11,9,5..just like you had it..might make Hamlin first pick but even he can't be sure how last week's lingering effects will affect him tonight..but 11 is pretty fast..

Linda Billings, MT

Thanks for your help. I have Jimmie, Biffle, Edwards, Kenseth and Martin. Which other 3? Harvick, Sadler and Dinger or Gordon, Dinger and Smith or Gordon, Skinner and Dinger or Harvick Reutimman and Smith?

Mark Garrow

  (3:40 PM)

I'd try Harvick, Reutimann and Smith..this assuming your "Gordon" was Robby not Jeff.

debacle: wichita falls, tx

looking at 48,16,17,8,19, any changes you can see?

Mark Garrow

  (3:40 PM)

Should be pretty good if 19 performs up to potential.

Mark Garrow

  (3:40 PM)

Should be pretty good if 19 performs up to potential.

Dirty D (TN)

Hey Mr. Garrow, who has a better points day the 17,8,6,83,9 or 38? All seem to be decent 4th drivers tonite.

Mark Garrow

  (3:41 PM)

I'm going outside the box again and say 83..with 6,17, and 8 pretty good too..9 and 38 too risky for me tonight.

Rob (Marietta, GA)

Hey Mark!My tough call this week is choosing 2 of 88, 18, 16 and 6. And to make things more complicated, I can only use the 88, 18 and 16 one more time this season. Right now I'm leaning towards 16-6, combine them with the 99 and go with all Roush power.

Mark Garrow

  (3:43 PM)

probably the way to go..88 is a little bit of a question mark to me and 18 needs to get it turned around before we jump on that bandwagon again although I predict he'll run pretty well tonight.

Marcie (Bristol ,Tn)

Which lineup would you choose 48,99,88,16,83,44 or 48,99,16,8,83,44 Do you think there is anyone better to swap any of these drivers out for? Thank you!!!!

Mark Garrow

  (3:44 PM)

So it really comes down to 88 over 8...

brian phila.,pa

do u like 6 or 8 better

Mark Garrow

  (3:44 PM)

6

Rick (CA)

Can Vickers win this?

Mark Garrow

  (3:44 PM)

I'm not sure about that..but he will run very strong.

JR - Salisbury, NC

What's up Mark! Getting ready to head over to the track....but first I need to set my lineup. Of these two sets of drivers, who do you like.....20 and 38 or 83 and 43. Thanks in advance for helping us out all year!

Mark Garrow

  (3:46 PM)

If you told me 20 and 83 that would be a winner..but I'd probably go with 20 and 38 and then hit my knees for three "our father's and 10 hail mary full of grace the lord..."

Mike (Los Angeles)

17-83 or 20-5?

Mark Garrow

  (3:47 PM)

I might go with 17-83..20 beats 83 by a little..17 beats 5 by a few more than that.

Craig , Crystal Lake, IL.

Mark, Do you think Jamie Mac will run well tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (3:47 PM)

He could be a real sleeper tonight. All of the Roush cars are pretty good top to bottom.

Dom (Erie, PA)

Mark I got killed at Talladega last week so I need a huge week! Lead me to lots of points guru! Pick one 48,99. Pick two 6,18,9,19. Pick one 44,28.

Mark Garrow

  (3:48 PM)

99..18,6..44..and good luck. I feel your pain.,

Cindy (SoCal)

Hi Mark. The chart shows the 20 had fastest ave speed in happy hour,but haven't heard anyone mention the 20 how come?

Mark Garrow

  (3:48 PM)

You must have arrived late..20 getting a lot of love and is my favorite to win..

Josh (Raleigh, NC)

Pick 2: 18, 6, 88, 9.. Thanks.

Mark Garrow

  (3:49 PM)

18 and 6

Assassin (IKE torn area)

Thanks for your insight evey week. Do I run the 17 or 8 tonight with the 20, 48, 16, 99, 24, 6 and 83

Mark Garrow

  (3:49 PM)

17

Mark, Califorina

So heres my team...99, 17, 48, 83, 55Think of maybe switching the 55 for the 00, any suggestions?

Mark Garrow

  (3:50 PM)

55?...I can think of four or five guys I would take over him..

Mark Garrow

  (3:51 PM)

Going to take a minute now to lay in crew chief notes..be right back..

Mark Garrow

  (3:52 PM)

Hendrick Motorsports, Tony Eury Jr, Crew Chief for Dale Earnhardt Jr...Tony says they feel very good about their car...a top three car and the best of the Hendrick cars. He says Jeff Gordon is right behind the 88 and is a top five car. Jimmie Johnson has a good car as well...at least a top 10. He starts off fast but seems to fall off as they click off laps. Tony said Casey Mears isdecent...a top15 car. Eury says he and Dale Junior believe they are pretty muchout of the running for the championship so they will be going all out aggressive towin races. The thinking is if they do well they can finish much higher in the pointsand if they crash every week the worst they can finish is 12th. The Eury favoritestoday are the 20, 88, 24 and 18 with honorable mention to the 83 and 26.

Mark Garrow

  (3:52 PM)

Ganassi Racing, Brian Patti, Crew Chief for Juan Pablo Montoya...Patti says they are decent...probably a 10th to 15th place car. He says the deal for them is they need to put a whole race together. At the lastmile and a half layout, Kansas, they were running 13th when a part broke,so Montoya can drive the car up through the field on these type tracks. Hisfavorites today are the 10, 16 and 18.

Mark Garrow

  (3:52 PM)

Dale Earnhardt Inc., Tony Gibson, Crew Chief for Mark Martin...Gibson says overall they are very happy and believes they have a 5th to 10thplace car. The balance of the car is good. Martin Truex Jr is struggling a bit.They hung a new body on an older chassis and something is not quite rightas the car is bottoming out. Gibson says Truex probably has a top 15 car. PaulMenard is not too bad...a 15th to 20th place car.

Mark Garrow

  (3:52 PM)

Gillette Evernham Motorsports, Rodney Childers, Crew Chief for Elliott Sadler...Rodney says the 19 car is pretty good...a top 15 car. He says they will probablystart off slow but the car gets better and better as the race goes on. Kasey Kahne isjust okay...about the same as Sadler...a top 15 car. Childers favorites are the 99, 48, 16 and the 26 did not look too bad.

Mark Garrow

  (3:53 PM)

Petty Enterprises, Jeff Meandering, Crew Chief for Bobby Labonte...Jeff says they are pretty happy with their car...a top 15 car going into the race and if things fall their way a top 10 is possible. The car is a little free but Bobby likes it. Jeff added that Labonte is very good at figuring out tracks like Lowes, Atlanta and Texas.

Mark Garrow

  (3:53 PM)

RCR, Todd Berrier, Crew Chief Kevin Harvick...Said they were running goodand wasn't making any changes this afternoon..Just a little loose..Top-10car for sure and could possibly run top-five and get a win..This is a brandnew car and has a radically different front snout than any of the other RCR cars..The engine even had to be redesigned so it would fit under the hood.He said Jeff Burton wasn't super happy with his car but it was better thanBurton thought and Berrier thought he would be just fine for at least a top-10tonight..He thought the 20,48,99, would be pretty good and also the 16.

Mark Garrow

  (3:53 PM)

RCR, Gil Martin, Crew Chief Clint Bowyer...Confirmed they did not go to a back-up after hitting the wall in happy hour. He said they would go back toset-up they had this past spring when they had a good run going but car overheated. Felt like they were top-10 material going in.

Mark Garrow

  (3:53 PM)

Roush Fenway, Larry Carter, Crew Chief for Jamie McMurray...Jamie was third in the final practice yesterday. Larry said they had a good test here a couple of weeks ago, and unloaded the same way. He is very happy with the car, and feels a top 5 is possible. He feels the 16 of Greg Biffle is the best Roush Fenway car. Kenseth and Edwards are very good as well. The 6 of David Ragan might be tonights dark horse. Larry also said the 20 of Tony Stewart is the team to beat, and the 8 of Mark Martin looks good as well.

Mark Garrow

  (3:54 PM)

Michael Waltrip Racing, Ryan Pemberton, Crew Chief for David Reutimann...David was good in the first practice, but not as good in the second practice...whichwill be closer to the race conditions tonight. Ryan said a top 10 is possible, but thingsneed to go their way. The 00 of AJ Allmendinger is pretty good but they are still trying to figure each other out between the team and the driver. Michael Waltrips 55car is pretty good as well. They ran the entire final practice on one set of tires and worked on long runs.

Mark Garrow

  (3:55 PM)

Red Bull, Kevin Hamlin, Crew Chief Brian Vickers...Said his car was very fast and they have a shot to run top-five tonight..Said his driver drove away from 99 in practice but 20 is really, really good. Thought their team car #84 could run top-20 or better.

Mark Garrow

  (3:56 PM)

Penske Racing, Roy McCauley, Crew Chief Ryan Newman..said they are not as "robust" as he'd like to be. Sees them as a top-15 car going in but hopes he can make adjustments to get to the top-10..Said Kurt Busch was basically in the same boat. Liked the 99 and 20.

Mark Garrow

  (3:58 PM)

Gibbs Racing, Steve Addington, Crew Chief Kyle Busch...says their car gets going about seven to eight laps after green and they are working on that...Thought they could or would run top-10 at a minimum..He said the 20 was very good too..He liked the 20,99, and 16.

Mark Garrow

  (3:58 PM)

Talked to guys on Dave Blaney's crew and they said they were really struggling.

Mark Garrow

  (3:59 PM)

Roush Racing, Jimmy Fennig, Crew Chief David Ragan..He said their car was a little free but they are definitely a top-10 car and said everyone will be chasing the 20.

Mark Garrow

  (4:03 PM)

My top six picks..20,99,16,83,24,48...Next tier..88,29,8,31,6,17,9,18,11,9,...Potential budget picks in order..26,44,5,43,19,..low low..84 or 01..maybe 00..

Ed (Evanston, IL)

Why so little love for the 48? He was fastest in HH and even if Eury, Jr. says their times fall off during a run, doesn't Knauss always make the right adjustments as the race goes on?

Mark Garrow

  (4:04 PM)

That's why Ed 48 stayed in my top-six picks..they find a way..they always find a way.

Mark (California)

I know the 55 is bad, but i only have .01 left in my roster, so who should i switch him 4?

Mark Garrow

  (4:05 PM)

I'd go with Allmendinger or Skinner then..

Tim (Houston)

17 or 20 also 18 or 6

Mark Garrow

  (4:05 PM)

20..18

Roughneck: Wichita Falls, TX

Mr. Garrow, since you do not favor Almendinger tonight. Who do you like better to take his place on my roster? B. Labonte, McMurray, Sadler or Mears. Thanks Again

Mark Garrow

  (4:06 PM)

McMurray, Mears, Sadler, Labonte is how I'd rank that group.

Marcie (Bristol ,Tn)

Rank 8,88,9,16,6,12,

Mark Garrow

  (4:06 PM)

16,6,88,8,9,12..

Dog

Hey Mark, I dumped Bowyer for Burton, Bowyer still bottomed out after they fixed his car, after the spin. I'm thinking Bowyer has a rough day if they dont get that car off the ground a little more. My question?? Have they done that, or is Bowyer a hot potato this week? Is Burton going to leave Bowyer in the dust??

Mark Garrow

  (4:07 PM)

Dog, you're going to be better off with Burton.

Kyle: (Taylorsville, KY)

Yahoo format. Pick 2 Kyle Busch (2starts left) Kahne (1start left)Ragan (2 starts left) Dale jr. (3 starts left) Lastly Carl or Jimmie?

Mark Garrow

  (4:08 PM)

Kyle...Ragan...Carl..

ray gordon reid cape CORAL FL 33195

QUESTION TO MARK GARROW AT 3.05 HI MARK SHOULD WE BE WATCHING OUT FOR ANYTHING BETWEEN CAR 99 29 TONIGHT

Mark Garrow

  (4:08 PM)

No I think everything will be cool between these..to much at risk and NASCAR going to be keeping a close eye.

Jimmie (CastleHill)

17 or 31?

Mark Garrow

  (4:09 PM)

I might go with the 31..

Odd Balls (Stateline, WI)

Who would you pick to do better, Mark Martin, or David Ragan? They about equal?

Mark Garrow

  (4:09 PM)

They are about equal..but I'd go with 6.

mike (LA, CA)

can you rank these 4 after chief notes: 18,6,8,9thanks!

Mark Garrow

  (4:09 PM)

Just like you did..18,6,8,9

Ricky Tailgate Moonshine Creek WV

Hey mark, rough week last week, my lead in my league has evaporated. Im really turing to you for your expertise. I know I'm throwing alot at you, but please shoot me straight. Which lineup? 48 16 17 84 99, 48 16 17 84 20, 48 16 20 18 84, 48 16 20 26 44, 48 16 83 26 8. Point me in the right direction as far as who i should keep and what needs reworked if none of these lineups jump out at you.

Mark Garrow

  (4:12 PM)

First reaction..48,16,83,26, and 8...by just a little over 48,16,20,26,44...last team also caught my eye for potential..

Nick (Boston)

Guru 18, 88, 31, 6 Rank please. Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (4:12 PM)

18,88,31 and 6..just the way you had it..not a bow-wow in the bunch I don't think..

Carol (MN)

Hey good lookin...20, 99, 83, 8, 26What do you think? What changes, if any, would you make?

Mark Garrow

  (4:13 PM)

Back at ya darlin...I have only one thing to say "looking good"! and your team isn't too shabby either..lol..

Roughneck: North TX

Mark, if this is appropriate. Let Assassin know, who was hammered by Hurricane Ike in Baytown, TX. That we are still Praying for him and Hoping the best for Folk such as Him and his Family. To Recover, Rebuild and get their lives back to normal as quickly as possible.

Mark Garrow

  (4:14 PM)

I'll just add an amen to that..

Mike (LA)

Mark - 41, 22,7, 84, 01 or Skinner? Thanx

Mark Garrow

  (4:15 PM)

Skinner is 84..I'd lean towards him..

Matt (Albuquerque, NM)

Guru, would you rank my "B list" drivers16, 6, 9, 19? Only have one more start for Biffle after this--is it worth pulling the trigger and using it up? Also, 44 or Skinner? Thanks for the help!

Mark Garrow

  (4:16 PM)

16,6,9,19..just like you had it..Saving Biffle probably wouldn't hurt but he's good tonight..I'd go with 44 over Skinner.

Stan (Ole Miss)

If you could only use the 18 two more times is a good week to use him. Or do you see him stepping it up @ other tracks ?

Mark Garrow

  (4:16 PM)

I'd save the picks until he's definitely got things turned around.

ron

hey guru what time is green flag set to drop

Mark Garrow

  (4:17 PM)

Sometime around 7:25-7:38 eastern..

Bill (Michigan)

Guru are your top 6 and then next tier in order of how you like them....I see some discrepancies throughout the chat with the 6, 18, 88 etc.Thanks for evrything

Mark Garrow

  (4:18 PM)

No they are not in order..budget picks are though..

Gary (Lexington, KY)

Mark, sounds like you would pick McMurray over Kahne tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (4:19 PM)

I would...Kahne hasn't done much lately.

lou phila pa

what manufacturer do u like 2 win

Mark Garrow

  (4:19 PM)

Toyota or a Ford in that order.

courtney (NC)

should i drop the 6 for 83...or keep the 6

Mark Garrow

  (4:20 PM)

A tough call..but 6 should be pretty darn good tonight and might be safer pick than 83, but I think Vickers will outrun the 6.

Jeff Gordon - Lowes Motor Speedway

Do I have a shot tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (4:21 PM)

Yes, but you've got to drive it like you stole it..get up on the wheel man and let the good times roll...

Jeff TN

Which combo is best 48and29 or 20and16? Thanks

Mark Garrow

  (4:21 PM)

20-16

Chad (Wilmington)

Guru keep your eyes on the prize!!!!! No flirting! Are we going to see follow the leader tonight with all the good cars up front already or will we see a good race?

Mark Garrow

  (4:23 PM)

Easy Chad..just trying to be frienly..(insert wink here)..lol...I certainly hope we don't see a snoozer..I'm broadcasting this race on national radio via PRN.

trey (raleigh,nc)

How's my team looking, guru? (16,17,26,48,83)

Mark Garrow

  (4:23 PM)

I can live with it..good luck..

Craig, North Carolina

Would you rank your 2nd tier drivers in "best guess" order please.

jimmy penn

16-18-9-8 which two of these

Jason - Covington, GA

Would you drop Biffle (locked in at 21.5) for Stewart tonight?

Mark Garrow

  (4:24 PM)

Yes.

BUTTERNUTTS Lenoir NC

Does ADAM SANDLER in the 19 have a shot to run 8th to 15th? Last few races with that chassis are good...

Mark Garrow

  (4:24 PM)

He's got a shot.

Ed...Clinton,Oklla

Thanks for all the great insight trade or keep the 88 ????

Mark Garrow

  (4:25 PM)

He'll be decent..but I'm not opposed to trading him either.

Gary (Lexington, KY)

Thanks Mark,so, 83,26 over 5,19 right?

Mark Garrow

  (4:25 PM)

yes

stony new braunfels, tx

hey mark, good day to ya... in yahoo league.. 2 starts left on biffle, and 5 left on ragan,, which one would u use tonigh

Mark Garrow

  (4:25 PM)

Then, I'd go with Ragan..he won't hurt you.

tim, arizona

is there anyway 31 out runs 99

Mark Garrow

  (4:25 PM)

Don't see it..no.

Mark Garrow

  (4:27 PM)

Folks I've got to run..went 90 minutes instead of scheduled 60 and was glad to do it..Love "talking" to all of you..got to get ready to broadcast the race and pick my fantasy teams..again if you could please drop me a note to tg2vt@aol.com to tell me what you like about what I do for you and your fantasy racing experience..Talk to you Wednesday and again next Sunday..good luck..take care and have a great night!....The Guru has left the building...

Joe ( Billings)

Mark you did not answer Craigs question a few questions ago... Could you rank 2nd tier guys as best as possible please?

Mark Garrow

  (4:30 PM)

I'll try real quick to do a few..17,18,31,29,88,6,8,11...best I can do..got to run thanks. Mark