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Brattleboro, Vermont [via mobile]

Do you think Jr. should hang up his wheel? He has had premeire equipment to run and still comes up short. Should he get into being a full time owner instead?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:14 AM)

Hello Brattleboro, from a former Rutland resident..hated you guys in high school football...lol...Look Junior's in a slump and he's got to find a way out of it and he will in my opinion. Needs to take baby steps and not go swinging for the fence. What he's doing now should be all about next season..If this deals continues a third of the way into 2010 then you've got to wonder if he can pull out of what is pulling him down.

CJ, SLC [via mobile]

Start and park?! Surely those starting spots could be put to use by cars that will actually be racing. Couldn' they?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:16 AM)

CJ...the fact is we just don't have enough cars right now...There are certainly not 43 fully sponsored teams so you need cars to fill the gap. Occasionally that means someone who's going to start and park is going to send someone home that wanted to run the whole race, but that is the exception to the rule right now. A few races ago, a start and park actually withdrew when the field was set by points because of rain so the Furniture Row team of Regan Smith could make the race and run to the checkered flag.

towanda kansas [via mobile]

Hey my big bro is a huge nascar fan! ok kinda funny he has NasCar on his room and favorite driver is Jeff Gordon ! chris is his name! Ohh,.... thank you 4 doing this. It means alot 2 him!

Jayski Garrow

  (11:17 AM)

No problem...there are lots of Jeff Gordon fans out there.

Jason ariton alabama [via mobile]

Should bobby labonte retire if this is the only kind of ride he can get anymore this is embarassing for a longtime fan

Jayski Garrow

  (11:18 AM)

Hang in there Jason..Let's see how Bobby runs in the final third of the season..I expect this team to be doing better down the stretch. Bobby is still a pretty darn good driver.

Tom lautenbach sturgeon bay, wi [via mobile]

If a driver is still with in 4oo points of first place , will he still be in the chase.

Jayski Garrow

  (11:20 AM)

Tom, the number you need to concentrate on is how far you driver is either ahead or behind 13th place. The top-12 get into the Chase so it's all about that. So, it's good news if your guy is 400 points behind Tony Stewart but 200 points ahead of Greg Biffle, who the man in 13th right now.

Bellerose, NY [via mobile]

Is Dale Jr. Leaving Hendricks to run under JR Motorsports next season. Is Danica Patrick going to Hendrick Motorsports next season?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:21 AM)

No, neither of those things are going to happen. If someone tells you that rumor, them they are full of it.

Judy holiday florida [via mobile]

What about the back of a car sticking out of pit stall when someone else trying to get in or out?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:25 AM)

Judy, Sometimes that's all they can do because the car in front of them is deep in his pit box..where it gets to be a little "dirty pool" is when a guy stops short in his pit with no one in front of him just to mess up the guy behind him..

Adam (Keene, NH) [via mobile]

Does the design of the new car make it less likely than the old car to blow over in a high speed spin?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:27 AM)

That's a good question it appears to be the case and one of the reasons why is that when the winged car turns sideways it has a bigger profile because it's taller and therefore pushes more wind, slowing it down faster. Secondly, the little side pods on the rear wins also help the process a great deal. Both of those factors are also why it's tougher to spin these cars out.

tyler (rochester ny) [via mobile]

will tony stewart sign brad k.?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:28 AM)

If he's got the sponsorship money to go with it, Tony would sign Brad Keselowski in a heartbeat..Hear Team Red Bull also talking to Brad and could be about to let Rick Hendrick build engines and cars like he does for Tony Stewart. Kevin Harvick is also to be working hard to get out of the final year of his deal with RCR and wants to take Shell sponsorship over to Stewart.

shaggy stone sumter sc [via mobile]

I was wondering if dale jarrett would ever race on nascar full time thanks shaggy

Jayski Garrow

  (11:29 AM)

Shaggy, I don't think that's going to happen. Dale is perfectly content to be one of the best race announcers on TV.

John , Omaha Nèb [via mobile]

Is dale jr òút of the chase

Jayski Garrow

  (11:31 AM)

John,At this point, Dale Jr. is 367 points out of the 12th and final position to make the Chase. With only seven races left the only thing that can get him in is a miracle. Seven top-five finishes wouldn't be even good enough..Seven wins in a row maybe...oh yeah getting back to that miracle thing..lol...

JB, Durham NC [via mobile]

what are the positives and negatives of sitting in the 1st 10 rows at Bristol vs. the top row?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:33 AM)

JB..first there isn't a bad seat in the house at Bristol..you might miss a few pitstops if you're on first ten rows of front or backstretch but that should be about it..Way up top..Stands in turn one are so high cars look like matchbox from that far up and since I'm afraid of heights, I stick with the first ten rows..Another positive about the first 10 rows..you'll get hit from flying rubber from tire to time..and you can definitely smell the fumes..

Marsha [via mobile]

Do you think that Kurt and Kyle Busch need anger management?

Jayski Garrow

  (11:34 AM)

No, not really...As along as they don't punch or cuss someone out..I think everything else is fair game..

mike south mills nc [via mobile]

What is bass pro shops doing next year

Jayski Garrow

  (4:50 PM)

Hey, Mike not sure what they're going to do. There's a good chance they'll stay with Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing..I'm also hearing Teresa Earnhardt and Chip Ganassi could split up their partnership at the end of the year, which means Bass Pro Shops could sponsor the team that will run out of the reborn DEI.

elkhart In [via mobile]

What about mayfield

Jayski Garrow

  (4:54 PM)

What about him? Man there's so much stuff flying around. He says he's never taken methamphetimine and NASCAR says he has. His stepmom claims she's personally seen him use it..but Mayfield says she's mad because she didn't get anything when his father died..He was shot in the chest. The police ruled it a suicide but Mayfield says she either pulled the trigger herself or hired someone to do it. Hollywood couldn't make this stuff up! There's no telling when and how this "drug drama" will end.

Clark Gloucester Virginia [via mobile]

I would like to know if David Gilliland will lock down a full cup ride with a good team and sponsor in 2010? He is very talented driver with a great demeanor thats deserves a fair shake! Thank you for your time Go Gilly

Jayski Garrow

  (4:55 PM)

It's going to be very difficult Clark. There are really no openings and not many people are considering hiring a new driver Cup, Nationwide, or the Truck Series..You're right though, great guy with a lot of talent. If life were fair he'd get another shot.

westland mi [via mobile]

Do you think Hendrick would fire dale Jr before his contract is up?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:57 PM)

No, that's not going to happen for a couple of reasons in my opinion. One, Junior and the sponsorship that comes with him is in the millions and first and foremost Hendrick Motorsports is a business that needs a constant influx of cash to run. Secondly, that's not Rick Hendrick's style. He didn't work out the way he wanted but remember how patient he was with Ricky Craven, Ken Schrader, etc...Rick is going to keep scrambling to find Junior what he needs to be competitive. He's in a slump but I think Junior can get the job done.

Brent C.M. CA [via mobile]

Is driving around in circles as much fun as it is to watch??

Jayski Garrow

  (4:58 PM)

If you're running 200 mph and your hair is on fire...it sure is!

billlie-jo keeseville ny [via mobile]

is tony stewart picking up a third driver next year?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:00 PM)

I think Tony has seen he's been able to get two cars up and running pretty quickly and is seriously entertaining the idea of adding a third team. With the success Tony and Ryan Newman have enjoyed this year, sponsors will be interested in putting deals together and any top notch driver who's at the end of his contract or can get out of the current one will surely want to talk to Tony.

Judd from georgia [via mobile]

How many races has Bill Elliott ran and where is he compared to Richard Petty?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:02 PM)

Bill Elliott to date has run 802 Sprint Cup races..."The King" is number one in that category with an amazing 1184 starts!

Rich coos bay or [via mobile]

What happend to Bill Weber on TV

Jayski Garrow

  (5:03 PM)

Word is he got into a disagreement with one of the officials with TNT. Beyond that I don't really know.

John:(Modesto CA) [via mobile]

Do you think Dale Jr can still make the chase?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:51 PM)

Sorry John but there is no way. He goes into Indy 367 points behind 12th place Matt Kenseth..That's way to big of a gap to make up in the final seven races before the final cut. What Junior needs to do now is slowly crawl out of the hole that he's been put in, concentrate on doing what needs to be done to come out of the box quickly next season and find a way to enjoy racing again...shed some of the pressure and weight that's knocked the wind out of his sales.

Eric Sunnyvale TX [via mobile]

Scince Mayfield Failed the Drug test. If you were a nascar official would you give more punishment?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:52 PM)

Eric, they want to ban him indefinitely, which in this case would likely be a lifetime ban. Given Jeremy's age and current circumstance no sponsor or car owner is going to want to align themselves with him. If you can no longer do what you love to do that's a pretty big punishment don't you think?

Judy holiday florida [via mobile]

Tony is not from Rushville. Tell Kenny Wallace and others that he is ours,Columbus Indiana. Thanks Judy

Jayski Garrow

  (5:53 PM)

Judy, I'll pass that along...after all isn't his nickname "The Columbus Comet"?

Dave [via mobile]

How many wins doea dale jr have.

Jayski Garrow

  (5:55 PM)

Dale Jr. has 18 Sprint Cup wins and 22 on the Nationwide Series.

Greenville nc [via mobile]

Who is jack roush's most productive driver in the cup series?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:58 PM)

At this point in the season, it would have to be Matt Kenseth. He won the season-opening Daytona 500 and also at California. None of the other Roush drivers have won yet this year. On the other hand, Kenseth is in danger of not making the Chase while Carl Edwards is sixth in the points so you could make an arguement for him since he's pretty much locked in to make the season-ending playoff.

David cleveland ohio [via mobile]

What chance do you think mark martin has at winning the cup this year

Jayski Garrow

  (6:07 PM)

Well David, first he's got to get into the Chase, but that is far from a lock right now. Going into Indy just 11 point ahead of 13th place Greg Bifle..If Mark gets in the playoff he's going to be tough to deal with and there's no doubt he'll be the sentimental favorite.

Todd Florence NJ [via mobile]

What is the latest on Johnny Benson and his condition

Jayski Garrow

  (6:11 PM)

Todd, Johnny had surgery to repair the shoulder separation yesterday..Here's the update we posted from his wife today....[Note from Debbie Benson] Surgery went well!! It lasted just over 2 1/2 hours as expected. He has a pain block in that will last until Thursday evening. Physical therapy begins next week.((JohnnyBenson.com)

Jayski Garrow

  (6:11 PM)

Todd, Johnny had surgery to repair the shoulder separation yesterday..Here's the update we posted from his wife today....[Note from Debbie Benson] Surgery went well!! It lasted just over 2 1/2 hours as expected. He has a pain block in that will last until Thursday evening. Physical therapy begins next week.((JohnnyBenson.com)

Morie large gold canyon Az. [via mobile]

Does anyone of u feel Dale Jr. has a chance 2 make countdown ? if yes or no reason why. A Dale Jr.fan 4 life.

Jayski Garrow

  (6:13 PM)

There's no chance he makes the Chase this year..over 300 points to make up and only seven races to do it..If it happens it will have to be divine intervention because even finishing top-five every race probably too little too late..Maybe winning all seven wouldn't be able to do it either. Junior just needs to slowly get things together, catch his breath, and come out ready to tear them up in 2010.

tim daring [via mobile]

Do u think dale jr problem is has 2 much going on other than raceing

Jayski Garrow

  (6:13 PM)

Tim, that's a good question. You have to wonder about that but Junior is not about, to his credit, make that excuse.

Joey Niagara, Wisconsin [via mobile]

What do u think about Kyle Busch, should he take some kind of anger managment or counciling classes? He loses his cool to much, and throws way to many temper tantrums! It's a little immature, and im sick of it!

Jayski Garrow

  (2:02 AM)

Joey, I can see where you might feel that way. Kyle really is a pretty neat guy and I really appreciate his "burn" to win. It would be nice though if he would just be able to say a few words when things don't go his way. He understands he's got to mature into that and he's working on it. He did a pretty nice job at Indy. So, let's give him a little room to grow and I think he'll be alright.

Richard west sacto ca [via mobile]

Will petty motors go to toyota in 2010

Jayski Garrow

  (2:04 AM)

There's a lot of talk about that. Kasey Kahne has already signed on to run some Nationwide races next season in a Toyota for Braun Racing..I read into that "The King" might be getting ready to join the Japanese manufacturer..Some will really hate that and others we'll say "so what".

Kjammm (pdx, or) [via mobile]

Who do u feel is the hottest driver going into the chase, JJ if I am not mistaken has won more races in the chase than any other.

Jayski Garrow

  (2:06 AM)

Jimmie Johnson will be peaking, as usual, right in time for the beginning of the Chase, but I think he's going to have company this year in the form of Tony Stewart, who's always put up better numbers in the second half of the season than the first and look how many numbers he put up early this year..way more than usual. I also think if Mark Martin gets into the Chase watch out for him. This could be his last shot and he knows it. The mighty mite from Arkansas will throw everything at it but the kitchen sink and will be fun to watch.

pitt [via mobile]

im scarid of my girl friend what me do

Jayski Garrow

  (2:07 AM)

How about never make her mad?..lol

Jiimmy K. Omaha, Ne. [via mobile]

Dale Jr.needs to Drive like his father,if he wants to WIN?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:08 AM)

That would certainly be fun to watch, but his dad was never bothered by the fans or other drivers disliking him, but I get the feeling Junior would. Still, if Rick Hendrick can get that team a little more competitive Junior will be more than happy to swap a little paint.

Fernie el paso,tx [via mobile]

With gm making cuts is their a possibiliy that a chevy may move to another manufacturer?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:10 AM)

I think Rick Hendrick, Richard Childress, Tony Stewart, Earnhardt-Ganassi..I see there committment to Chevy is so big they don't go anywhere..but if Toyota sees an opening you can bet they'll throw some cash at Hendrick just to see what his reaction is.

Clint D. langston, Ok [via mobile]

If Jr. Isn't sucessfull do think that will shorten his career. Do u see him at this pace racing past say 38 or 40???

Jayski Garrow

  (2:11 AM)

If he keeps having seasons like this one, I don't see him putting himself through that kind of agony into his 40s..Then again, I really think he can get this thing turned around.

Errik louisville ky [via mobile]

Does nascar know that 85 percent of the starting grid has no shot of winning?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:12 AM)

If they do they're not telling and the percentage in my opinion is 75%.

Travis IL [via mobile]

What are your thoughts on the season Justin Allgaier is putting together in the Nationwide Series and do you see him running a Cup race or two this Season?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:14 AM)

I think Justin Allgaier is no ordinary Nationwide Series rookie driver. This kid has all the makings of a potential superstar driver someday. I think Roger Penske will leave him be right now, but I can see Allgaier running some Cup races next season..The only scenerio I see him running some Cup races this year is if Penske is thinking of replacing Stremme with Allgaier in 2010 and needs to start getting him used to the heavier, more powerful Cup cars.

marengo [via mobile]

Who was the best racer of all time?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:15 AM)

Of all time my pick would be Mario Andretti...in the world of NASCAR that's a toughie..I'd probably go with Dale Earnhardt or Jeff Gordon.

chad from waunakee,wi [via mobile]

who will win a championship first,the detroit lions or dale earnhardt jr?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:16 AM)

Owwwwww....be nice...my answer Junior..at least he's got a shot.

Bobby forsythe (hickman,ky.) [via mobile]

Any rumors as to stewart-haas adding another driver next year?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:17 AM)

There are a bunchh of rumors regarding Kevin Harvick trying to make a move over there. One problem he's got one year left on his contract with Richard Childress and not sure RC would let him out of it.

steve london [via mobile]

Will steve wallace race sprint cup next year?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:18 AM)

I think you may see his dad let him dabble in a race or two. Steve just needs to keep going to school on the Nationwide Series..not quite ready for "grad" work on the Cup circuit.

CJ, SLC [via mobile]

Typically, some driver really comes on in the second half of the season, to contend for the Cup (the 1st-half driver to lead the pts never wins). Who do you see coming on strong, from deep in the field, to be that guy?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:19 AM)

I don't see that..Stewart, Johnson, Gordon are already up front and they'll stay there to duke it out for the title this year..A couple of other guys currently in the top-12 will make it interesting..If Mark Martin gets in, he'll be tough..He's currently ninth and looking stronger every week.

phil johnson totowa new jersey [via mobile]

Do you think dale will win another race this year?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:20 AM)

Hard to say...I don't even think they are shooting for wins right now..they just want to get more competitive..If they won one down the stretch it might be considered an upset.

John aurora mo [via mobile]

Will mark martin make the chase

Jayski Garrow

  (2:20 AM)

Gosh, I sure hope he does. He's strengthened his hand lately, getting farther way from the 13th place guy.

Bronx,NYC [via mobile]

Would I ever see Nascar racing car on my block ?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:21 AM)

Sorry but no...Drivers would probably have to join a union..lol..

Rob: Phila, Pa [via mobile]

Jeff Gordon is having a fantastic bounce back year!

Jayski Garrow

  (2:22 AM)

I wouldn't call it fantastic, but it's pretty strong.

Hatrick [via mobile]

Does Jayski like catnip?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:22 AM)

I just asked him...sorry no...

Rob Laurel, MD [via mobile]

Will Montoya make the Chase this season?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:23 AM)

It's looking more and more like he will. It was a shame the Indy win was ripped out of his hands.

Robert brownell baraboo,wisconson [via mobile]

How many years are left on dale jrs. Contract? And how about the possibility of jr. Going to stewart-hass racing?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:24 AM)

Junior's got one more year left on his current deal and I'm sure there is an option year in that contract too. At this point, don't see him joining Stewart-Haas.

Josh, Waukesha WI [via mobile]

Is it true the whitehouse has ordered GM and Chysler to leave nascar if the want government aid?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:25 AM)

No that wasn't true...President Obama is smarter than that and knows what kind of blowback that would get.

Andie (Corona, Ca) [via mobile]

who the hell is Jayski?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:25 AM)

Go to Jayski.com and find out why it's the number one sight for NASCAR news etc....Try it ..you'll like it.

David h. Lancaster sc [via mobile]

Why does robby gordon not get credit for being the best race car driver in the world

Jayski Garrow

  (2:27 AM)

Because he's not...Seriously, he's a very talented guy..Indy cars..off road...NASCAR..he's certainly more versatile than just about any driver...but even he wouldn't say he was the best in the world.

shawn jeromesville oh [via mobile]

hey jayski...any news on the odd man out at roush/fenway racing?

Jayski Garrow

  (2:28 AM)

Yes, it's going to be Jamie McMurray to almost no one's surprise. Crown Royal will now become Kenseth's sponsor for 18 races starting in 2010..

john aurora mo [via mobile]

Do u think jeff gordon can win the chase he dont seem to be running so well

Jayski Garrow

  (2:29 AM)

They way he's running now he'll be able to stick close, but he's not fast enough to beat Johnson, Stewart and Martin, if he gets in..You can bet Jeff and Steve Letarte are working long hours just to find a little more speed.

Jayski Garrow

  (2:29 AM)

They way he's running now he'll be able to stick close, but he's not fast enough to beat Johnson, Stewart and Martin, if he gets in..You can bet Jeff and Steve Letarte are working long hours just to find a little more speed.

.boston va [via mobile]

stating lineing up @ the glen

Jayski Garrow

  (5:48 PM)

Jimmie Johnson has just won his second pole position at the Glen..Kurt Busch qualified second. Third was Denny Hamlin with the rest of the top-five Marcos Ambrose and David Stremme..six to ten on the grid..Ryan Newman, Greg Biffle, Kyle Busch, Boris Said and Juan Pablo Montoya.

Mike (Fruitland, IA) [via mobile]

will iowa speedway get a cup race?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:48 PM)

I'm not sure Mike..It's a beautiful track and the Cup cars would put on a whale of a show. Don't see the Sprint Cup Series coming there in the near future..but down the road you never know..keep your fingers crossed.

Dave Zion Illinois [via mobile]

With Colin Braun and Stenhouse getting full time Nationwide rides next year, where does that leave Erik Darnell?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:50 PM)

That's a good question Dave because Darnell has done a nice job this year in his limited appearances and I haven't heard Jack Roush was unhappy with him. Hard to see him as the odd man out because he seems to have a lot of potential.

snarvesen [via mobile]

do you think robby gordon will ever expand his team by another car?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:51 PM)

He'd probably like to, but needs the sponsor money up front first. Plus, he probably needs to get his current single team running better to attract a sponsor/driver combo to a second car.

jeff (Rancho Cucamonga, CA) [via mobile]

What's your opinion on Robby Gordon? I'm a big fan of his but I'm really starting to wonder if he should either go back to IRL or just concentrate on being an owner. Your thoughts?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:53 PM)

His results have been pretty ugly lately that's for sure. Robby is a great talent, he really is. Indy cars, off road truck and NASCAR racing he's won in all three forms...but his stats on the NASCAR deal have been nothing to write home about this year..I think, though, he's going to have a very good weekend at Watkins Glen..I'm predicting a top-10 run.

Matty, Richmond, VA [via mobile]

Do you really believe Theresa would cut ties with Ganassi with a chance to get McMurray reunited with Chip? In addition they'd likely have Bass Pro, and two cars that were each in one of the last two Chases...

Jayski Garrow

  (5:55 PM)

I'm not sure why, but I don't think there's any question that Theresa Earnhardt and Chip Ganassi are going to end their partnership at season's end. What DEI does at that point is going to be hard to figure. Obviously, they'll try to come up with the money to put at least one car on the track..but that might be pretty hard to do considering their track record lately and reputation as a difficult place to work in some departments.

Dino, pittsburgh,pa [via mobile]

what are the chances of red bull partnering up with hendrick? When vickers left, things definetly didnt end happily...

Jayski Garrow

  (5:58 PM)

That partnership is certainly being seriously explored and I disagree because I don't think Hendrick got all that worked up Vickers left. Plus, Vickers and Ricky Hendrick were good buddies and I think Rick respected that. If the deal doesn't happen it won't be because Vickers left Hendrick to join Team Red Bull. What I find curious is that Team Red Bull offered Vickers a contract extension and he accepted. Then, the team wouldn't give him a contract to sign...Could they be looking at signing Brad Keselowski instead?

samantha new york [via mobile]

Who has the best shot as we get closer to the chase?

Jayski Garrow

  (5:59 PM)

Samantha, I think this Chase could come down to Tony Stewart and Jimmie Johnson...Mark Martin will make it interesting..but Tony and Jimmie will duke it out down to the final race Homstead.

Noah kehinde,ondo state,Nigeria. [via mobile]

I want 2 partispate on my favourit team on espn,i enter my identity in which they reply me of invalid ID.pls help me out

Jayski Garrow

  (6:02 PM)

Noah, I'm not sure where to send you. Look for a place on ESPN.com that says "contact us" and contact us.

bismarck, north dakota [via mobile]

#55 will he go par time next year

Jayski Garrow

  (10:04 AM)

Yes, the 55 car of Michael Waltrip will run the Daytona 500..After that he'll run a handful of races if they can find sponsorship. The 2009 owner points the 55 team acquired this year will go next season to the #56 of Michael Waltrip Racing's new driver Martin Truex, Jr. That way, he's guaranteed one of the top-35 guaranteed starting positions for the first five races. That will mean Waltrip needs to qualify or race his way into the 500.

napoleon, north dakota [via mobile]

jeff gordon how bad is his back I know he used to get it worked on right before the race thanks ra

Jayski Garrow

  (10:06 AM)

It's hurting him quite a lot. After the Watkins Glen crash, he had another injection to help ease the pain, but admitted a couple days last week were really uncomfortable for him. The G-forces at Bristol this Saturday night are going to be painful for him to deal with. I'm not sure this is a problem that will go away or has become chronic for Jeff.

Jayski Garrow

  (10:06 AM)

It's hurting him quite a lot. After the Watkins Glen crash, he had another injection to help ease the pain, but admitted a couple days last week were really uncomfortable for him. The G-forces at Bristol this Saturday night are going to be painful for him to deal with. I'm not sure this is a problem that will go away or has become chronic for Jeff.

franchise albuquerque nm [via mobile]

what do you think the chances of jeff gordon retireing and rick moving jr or signing brad k to fill the seat. Gordon is not helping his back by getting in the car every week.

taji iraq [via mobile]

Jayski Will smoke hold of the field and win the cup. And do u think montoya will make it in.

Jayski Garrow

  (10:08 AM)

Gordon's not going to retire anytime soon unless his back problem is much worse than he's letting on. I think Rick Hendrick is trying to convince Brad Keselowski to run the Nationwide Series one more year and then jump up to Cup in 2011..Perhaps that means Mark Martin will walk away after the 2010 season and Keselowski will take over that ride.

Jayski Garrow

  (10:10 AM)

Sorry about the order of the answers..forgot to hit a button..Now on to Tara's question..First, I think Juan Pablo Montoya will make the Chase. A little setback at Michigan, but he should be in good if he can run top-15 or better at Bristol. I also think Tony's got a chance to take title number two. He'll push Jimmie Johnson that's for sure.

Itah Winston Salem NC [via mobile]

Who will replace Brad K if he leaves JRM?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:11 AM)

I don't think he's going to leave Dale Jr. even if he takes a Cup ride. Keselowski has said more than once he wants to run a Nationwide Series car next season for Junior. If he does leave, it will be interesting to see who Junior picks. A lot of people were skeptical of Keselowski when he was chosen, but he's made Dale Jr. look really smart.

Stacey Summerville SC [via mobile]

It does not seem like Kyle Bush has had good enough cars this year and we know he is good. Just bad luck or bad cars?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:12 AM)

Kyle's cars are pretty close to last season, but what throws it off is that Hendrick Motorsports has once again upped the ante. Kyle has also had some bad luck, some he created and some he didn't. He's in a big hole now trying to get into the Chase and it will be interesting to see what happens over the next three races before the final cut.

Clark Gloucester Virginia [via mobile]

Hey Jay! I Want to say thank you for answering my previous? About Gilliland! Once again I have a ? About my boy From what I understand according to Andy Lally, Some positive news is about to come into play about my man Gilliland! Could you please shed some light on that particular subject? He is the man and goes back to the roots of original racers! Via hard work and happy to be there doing what he loves. Thank you For your time J. MUCH RESPECT to you for taking your time and letting us fans weigh in our opinions. GO GILLY!

Jayski Garrow

  (10:14 AM)

I haven't heard a lot about what's up with Gilliland for 2010. There's been talk they might have a sponsor lined up, but don't know much beyond that. Gilliland is one of the good guys in the garage and it would be great for him to get a sponsor and be able to race hard every week.

Deb, Jax fl [via mobile]

I heard Jeff Gordon was retiring

Jayski Garrow

  (10:15 AM)

Not true. His back is hurting but I don't think Jeff is close to retiring yet....unless there's something about his back he hasn't told us yet.

steve colorado [via mobile]

will Kurt Bush stay with the #2 in the future?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:16 AM)

I think so. He's got a year or two left to go I believe on his contract with Roger Penske and they are on the verge of making this year's Chase. Unless there's an opportunity out there I'm not aware, any move Kurt would or could make at this time would be sideways or down.

snarvesen [via mobile]

i just want 2 say your website is gr8! I have been using your site 4 a long time and get all of my nascar info from u! Keep up the good work!

Jayski Garrow

  (10:17 AM)

Thanks for the props. Jayski is a mad man working all hours of the day to keep the site updated, something he loves to do for race fans like you.

Don; Millersburg, OH [via mobile]

How does NASCAR score final positions for inoperable cars after a "big one" multi-car crash at Daytona or Talladega.

Jayski Garrow

  (10:06 AM)

Don, There are two ways NASCAR scores that situation. First, they go back to the last scoring loop (and they have several all the way around the track) the cars went by before the "big one"..Then, if they have any questions they will look at video tape. They do not, as some people have incorrectly guessed, go back to the last lap as they were coming across the finish line.

Ted WINSTON-SALEM,NC [via mobile]

Whats the update on stewart-haas 3 cars team n why dont hendricks replace jr in the 88 for better results

Jayski Garrow

  (10:09 AM)

Tony Stewart is fast approaching the deadline for getting a third team up and running properly. Could still happen, but looking a little more doubtful at this time. As far as replacing Dale Jr. that's not going to happen. Rick Hendrick still believes Junior can be a winning driver and is working on rebuilding Junior's confidence and getting him surrounded by a race team that can put him up front on a consistent basis.

snarvesen [via mobile]

what do you think of scott speed. ? does he have the talent to make it in sprint cup?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:15 AM)

I think the jury is still out. In fairness to Scott let's get him a full season under his belt and then see what happens in 2010. Then, we can make a fair judgement. He's got the raw ability now if he can just get tuned in to driving a stock car.

dayton ohio [via mobile]

what car does tony steward drive

Jayski Garrow

  (10:15 AM)

He drives the #14 on the Sprint Cup Series. It's a car he co-owns.

ryan la habra ca [via mobile]

will mark martin race in 2010

Jayski Garrow

  (10:16 AM)

Yes, he will. He's committed to run the full season again for Rick Hendrick in the #5 car.

jon omaha ne [via mobile]

Do you guys think that dale jr is fighting some ghost in the car since his wreck in the corvette

Jayski Garrow

  (10:17 AM)

Some people have theorized that, but I don't know. I just think Junior's lost a little confidence and that feeds on itself. So, if he could have a few top-10 runs in a row, find some consistency then that confidence will become to come back too.

Joe Bender Gibbstown,N.J. [via mobile]

Why does Jeff Gordons car spit flames more than other cars going into the turns?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:19 AM)

It's probably just the way his carb is set, the jets they use. The flames out the pipes are just unspent fuel being ignited by the hot header pipes..No big deal.

John slaughter richmond,va [via mobile]

How come at dover jeff gordon hit the wall and didnt complete his qualifying but didnt have to start 43rd he started 42nd

Jayski Garrow

  (10:20 AM)

That's because no driver in the top-35 can start no worse than 42nd. The 43rd spot is saved for the past champion or the slowest driver who had to qualify on speed.

Dave Rz Passaic N.J. [via mobile]

IS DALE JR. DONE RACIN. HE IS DRIVING THE #88 THIS SEASON LIKE HE DOSE NOT CARE ABOUT RACING OR HIS FANS. I CAN'T ROOT FOR A QUITER.

Jayski Garrow

  (10:39 AM)

Dave, Dale Jr's not done. Yes, he's hit a low point but he's more talented than you think and if he can get his confidence back he'll back to being capable of winning. Let me make this clear...He does care - a lot about racing and his fans. He's not a quitter. Again, he's a little beat up right now, but I believe he'll come back..

Eddie - Bessemer, Alabama [via mobile]

What is wrong with Dale Earnhart Jr. ? Why isn't he and cant win any races ?

Jayski Garrow

  (10:43 AM)

Junior's the hot topic today that's for sure. Again, he's beat up, he's lost some confidence, but I think he'll regain his footing. I think Rick Hendrick is putting a lot into the "healing" process when it comes to Junior and it will take time but Rick is usually successful when he sets out to get something done. It's imporant because the 2010 is the last year of Junior's contract and the contract they have with all their sponsors.

Itah Winston Salem NC [via mobile]

Would you like to rethink the question I asked you? Who will replace Brad K now that he's been offered a spot at Penske? Why is Rusty Wallace so unhappy about this?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:06 PM)

I'm not sure why Rusty is so worked up...maybe he thinks BradK would have been off waiting another year for a deal to open up with Rick Hendrick..I think Kelly Bires is the number one choice to replace Keselowski, at least that's what my sources at JR Motorsports are saying.

Rob(LongIsland NY) [via mobile]

Hey Jayski, just wondering if seats in the champions section at Atlanta Motor Speedway are good? Never been there before...going to the night race this year. Im sitting fairly high up.

Jayski Garrow

  (4:08 PM)

Rob, in all honesty...as long as you are a few rows up there really isn't a bad seat in the house...You'll be in great shape..make sure you bring or rent a scanner so you can hear the PRN broadcasts that Jayski Garrow will be co-anchoring Saturday and Sunday night.

Joe howell nj [via mobile]

Who else is sick of jimmy johnson? In the old days this would never happen

Jayski Garrow

  (4:09 PM)

I don't think people are "sick" of Johnson..but just want to see a different face wrapped aroung the championship trophy and that's only natural. He's a good guy...funnier than you think and a class act..

tj woodbine md [via mobile]

When will I get a girlfriend

Jayski Garrow

  (4:11 PM)

I'm betting any day now...she's looking for you right now at the race track and can't find you man...she's telling her best friend I had a dream last week..it was so vivid. I was at the track and I met this guy TJ and I thought immediately he's "The One"...then he went to the bathroom and got lost in the crowd..I kept yelling, "TJ..TJ!"..and I never saw him again..Oh where is the man of my dreams...maybe at the racetrack in Atlanta this weekend..

jeff stevens [via mobile]

Hey jayski,Are you gay?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:13 PM)

A. - Why would you think that?...B. - what would it matter?..C. - Do you always just try to push other peoples buttons?..Have you and my daughter been comparing notes?...oops..gave away I'm not gay..lol..

john [via mobile]

Who won daytona 2009

Jayski Garrow

  (4:13 PM)

Matt Kenseth in rain shortened race.

tom nj [via mobile]

Who is better Carl E or tony Stewart in tonys prime

Jayski Garrow

  (4:14 PM)

They are both great drivers...but I'd go with Stewart..He's won in sprint cars, Indy cars, NASCAR ..road races...Carl's good but he can't match Tony's "body" of works.

Steve-Mpls, MN [via mobile]

what is the latest on Bret Favre?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:15 PM)

That he doesn't know when to quit or stay retired..lol...not racing question but couldn't resist.

curtis, columbus, in [via mobile]

why does leffler insist on that ridiculous mohawk inspired haircut? he looks like a tool.

Jayski Garrow

  (4:15 PM)

It's not my cup of team, but to each his own. Besides Leffler's a good guy, he really is.

Jayski Garrow

  (4:15 PM)

It's not my cup of team, but to each his own. Besides Leffler's a good guy, he really is.

aaron whittier california [via mobile]

why is nascar so exciting? they just make left turns!

Jayski Garrow

  (4:17 PM)

But you left out the passing of cars at 180-200 mph...those cars bumping..those cars sometimes "bumblin, stumblin, and going all the way...to the wall" and then it goes "boom"...It's all good believe me.

wes atlanta [via mobile]

my question is "do you consider driving a car a skill"? and if so for what reasons?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:18 PM)

Absolutely..the drivers are certainly athletes and train very had to drive..First, their hand-eye coordination has to be off the chart...They have to make split milli-second decisions all the while sitting in a cockpit that roasts them at 110-120 degrees..Hands, arms have to be very strong to handle a car for up to four hours..yes, it is certainly a skill few can master.

philadelphia,pa. [via mobile]

what do you think robby gordon has to do to get his team to be more competetive? Have you heard anything lately regarding robbie? I wish he would switch to hendrick carsandengines!

Jayski Garrow

  (4:20 PM)

That's a good question..I really think the first thing is for Robby to take it a little more easy in the races and stay out of some of the trouble he gets into..then, I think somehow he's got to associate himself as a satellite team for someone..like Stewart-Haas and Hendrick..Yates Racing and Roush Fenway..As strictly a single car team he's going to go nowhere.

Jayski Garrow

  (4:21 PM)

Adding this about Robby...He does a lot with a lot less than most teams have to work with..and any man who can run Indy cars, Off-road trucks, and NASCAR has to have some major driving talent.

Rob(LongIsland NY) [via mobile]

Do you think Dale Jr will be remembered more for his driving or more for him being a team owner? I predict great things in the future for him as a team owner.

Jayski Garrow

  (4:24 PM)

Rob, that's a great question..I think Junior has plenty more driving success in front of him, I really do. Yeah, he's in a slump but he'll dig out of it and have a pretty decent 2010 season. I also think you're right when you say he'd be a good team owner..His dad had a knack for picking out the right people and I think Junior has that too. This is a people business and you have to be able to attract the best and brightest. Junior can do that, especially if he pays attention to how Rick Hendrick gets it done.

jon_jonis_here [via mobile]

Why in the world did Harvick stay at RCR? I know the SHR deal may not have had any truth to it. But, I heard the radio communication or should I say fighting. Is there really still a happy home inside the 29 camp?

Jayski Garrow

  (4:27 PM)

He stayed because he had to. His contract was through 2010 and in my opinion owed Richard Childress enough to honor the deal..I don't think Harvick has all that he has without RC taking a chance on him. I'm sure Harvick talked with Tony Stewart about his deal. They are close friends and I bet Tony would love to have him over there..but the deal my sources tell me nearly happened was Harvick moving over to Red Bull and driving the car Brian Vickers is wheeling these days. I hear that was part of the reason for the hold up in signing Vickers to a new contract long after he agreed to the terms...And no things are pleasant on that 29 team these days, but now that Harvick definitely knows he's coming back next season maybe things will calm down..I hope for him and the team that's the case.

matt nashville tn [via mobile]

Do you see the improvement in jr that I have seen over the past few weeks? The somewhat good run at indy, then at the glen. Good run at michigan and so on.I thought this weekend was overwhelmingly good. Do you know if they have been using the new cars lance has produced I know they did at indy the glen and michigan but I haven't heard anything since?

Jayski Garrow

  (8:50 PM)

Matt, Junior has really picked up the pace lately that's for sure. I thought he was legit top-five all day at NH until he was taken out by David Reutimann. And yes they are using some cars worked on by Lance McGrew from the ground up. That's helped but so has communication improvement between the two and it hasn't always been smooth. As a matter of fact, sources tell me they had a heated exchange after Atlanta. It's good to see Junior getting a little feisty again.

Rick hardee wheatland wy [via mobile]

Where is jamie mcmurray headed also is jeff gordon really considering retirement

Jayski Garrow

  (8:52 PM)

It looks like Jamie McMurray may be headed over to the #1 at Earnhardt-Ganassi to take Truex's place as he moves over to Michael Waltrip Racing. That's the latest we've heard. Jeff Gordon's back is bothering him, but its not enough yet, in my opinion, that he would be considering retirement any time in the near future.

john rogers dover de. [via mobile]

Has anyone heard werejamie mcmurry is going to go next year?hopefully roush will keep him,he's WAY better than david regan!!!

Jayski Garrow

  (8:53 PM)

John...Ragan is going nowhere. He's a Roush favorite and I think you'll see him with a new crew chief next season. McMurray has no place at the table when it comes to Roush Fenway Racing so he's out of there..but again could be headed over to the #1 at Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing.

Jenni bay city mi [via mobile]

hang in there Dale Jr. U CAN DO IT.

Jayski Garrow

  (8:55 PM)

Jenni...He's heard you and the rest of the Junior Nation saying the same thing...and he's pushing hard...New Hampshire proved that.

Rob(LongIsland NY) [via mobile]

What needs to be done to get the racing a little more exciting? The COT seems to produce closer, more competitive racing and thats great but for some reason I just dont get the same satisfaction I did with the old car. I was at Atlanta a few weeks ago and I saw little to no action except for Sam Hornish and Kurt Busch...the racing was great but I would have liked to have seen a bit more beatin and bangin.

Jayski Garrow

  (8:58 PM)

Rob, It's not the car. This car will take more of a beating when they start banging than the old car...but drivers just won't lean on each other anymore. If they do, NASCAR's on the radio telling them to calm down. Look, the racing has been great lately, very competitive up through the entire field...but these guys just don't want to get their hands dirty like the late great Dale Earnhardt. They are all buddies and don't want to do anything, it seems, to jeopardize that..But I do think as close as the points will stay in the Chase this year, rubbin' is racin' could make a comeback in the last few races with title on the line. Let's hope so.

jr [via mobile]

in nascar who is #12

Jayski Garrow

  (8:59 PM)

That's David Stremme driving the Roger Penske Dodge. Next season, though, Brad Keselowski is going to drive it. Stremme is currently looking for a new ride.

Stevharr1 [via mobile]

When is 2010 Daytona 500?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:02 PM)

The 2010 Daytona 500 will take place on Sunday, February 14th.

Who won richmonds race [via mobile]

Who won the richmond virginias nascars race in september

Jayski Garrow

  (7:50 PM)

Well, that was none other than hometown hero Denny Hamlin, who literally grew up in the shadow of the Richmond International Raceway.

mike Norfolk Ne [via mobile]

All this time I thought jayski was a geek who loved nascar more than me. Is that u Mark?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:52 PM)

Well, Mike it's me "The Guru"...I'm not playing the real Jayski and there is a real Jayski..but I've been helping to run the business side of Jayski for the past five years and they've asked me to do a little bit on content side here for the good folks at Verizon and I was only to glad to do it...

Lester [via mobile]

Which bush got pently last week

Jayski Garrow

  (7:54 PM)

That was Kyle Busch. His right front fender was found to be too low in post-race inspection at New Hampshire. So, NASCAR took from him 25 driver and owner points..plus his crew chief Steve Addington was fined $25,000 and put on probation. Turns out the right front spring came out the bucket and that dropped the car down just a bit. Funny thing is that this caused the handling to go away and the team, during the race, couldn't figure what was wrong. Turns out it was simple but car couldn't be adjusted to overcome it.

brian tn [via mobile]

Is kasey kahne going to drive for petty motorsports after his 2010 contract is up

Jayski Garrow

  (7:56 PM)

Brian, that's a good question. He really likes his guys, especially crew chief Kenny Francis but the ownership changes have got to be getting on his nerves. I'm sure he'd like to drive someplace with less drama. He'll be a highly prized free agent and its going to be hard for Richard Petty Motorsports keep him. I think Joe Gibbs will make a big run at Kasey.

Jeff (LANCASTER,NY) [via mobile]

They are saying that the tires this week have more stagger. I know what stagger is but how can a tire have more stagger than another?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:59 PM)

Goodyear manufactures them that way. It used to be teams could adjust a tire's stagger by air pressure making the circumference of the tire smaller or larger by adding or decreasing the air pressure. Stagger then was the difference in the circumference of the right side compared to the left side...front to back...You can't do that with today's radial tires. The stagger is built in..now, when teams add and take away air pressure they are adjusting the spring rate of the tire..not the stagger.

allan:Sacramento,CA [via mobile]

What do you think are Robby Gordon's chances to secure another major sponsor following the announced departure of Jim Beam?

Jayski Garrow

  (8:07 PM)

That will be tough, but Robby says he already has a line on a company to replace all or some of what he got from Jim Beam. Let's hope that happens. We need characters like him around the garage. Plus, I don't think people realize what a talented driver he is...NASCAR, Indy Car..Off-Road...give him his props.

DNO/Milwaukee [via mobile]

How's ur outlook on Mark Martin winning the championship this year?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:14 AM)

I think Mark Martin has a real shot, but he's got to match Johnson punch for punch in the first four or five races. That's why I'm predicting Martin will go out and win at Kansas this weekend. With eight guys already 106 or more points behind those two have a chance to distance themselves from the pack and settle it amongst themselves in the last two or three races. I'm one of many cheering Martin on.

Boston, Ma [via mobile]

Why haven't they made a sequel to Days Of Thunder? Its been nearly 20 years, and that movie was awesome!

Jayski Garrow

  (9:15 AM)

I doubt you could get all those folks back to the table for that kind of movie again. Days of Thunder was just okay in my book. Too many scenes were from one track but they told it was another..Cars crashing into the wall and drivers getting out of the cars all grimy were just too over the top for me..It would be nice to have a sequel that's for sure.

Jimmy [via mobile]

What date did dale earnhardt die

Jayski Garrow

  (9:17 AM)

The late great Dale Earnhardt died on February 18th, 2001. It's amazing it has been that long ago. I was there at Daytona that day and you'll always remember where you were, what you were doing when you heard that terrible news.

Daniel Ridge Farm, Illinois [via mobile]

Is there a way NASCAR can limit drivers in the chase from winning the Championship? Like Jimmie Johnson, he has won three straight. It gets so tiring to see him win one race in the chase and then go ahead and win the title.

Jayski Garrow

  (9:20 AM)

Sorry, but there's no way NASCAR could do that..There have been some ideas thrown around like letting the Chase drivers have their own point system so a bad race or two wouldn't kill your chances. Another thing that might help is to change out a track or two that hosts a Chase race every year. The current ten is and remains right in Johnson's wheelhouse..Yes, you can get tired of Johnson winnging championship, but we're also getting to see greatness, a hallo of fame career blossum before our very eyes.

snarv, phila. Pa. [via mobile]

What happened to your comment here section @ your jayskj site?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:23 AM)

In the redesign that was taken out by Jayski because he says there were too many postings with objectionable language and discourse. Jayski really prides himself on having a site that parents and children are not offended. We play close attention to that and have even turned down advertising we thought might offend people.

Jon agawam,ma [via mobile]

Now how does the new affiliation with Ford and RPM affect Kasey Kahne after his lawsuit from Ford a couple years back?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:25 AM)

Jon, it will be interesting to see how this plays out because Kahne has clearly not gotten over it and has some hard feelings. That said, most of the people on the Ford side that were involved in the suit are gone and I see it as only a one-year relationship. Kahne's a free agent after 2010 and it will be extremely tough for Richard Petty Motorsports to keep him, especially with Joe Gibbs eyeing him to start a fourth team.

cape vincent,ny [via mobile]

Should the season it self be this long?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:30 AM)

That's one of the problems we have in NASCAR I do believe. The season is too long, but at the same time I'm not sure what can be done. With the NFL, when their season ends it leaves you wanting more, but with NASCAR some fans can't wait for it to get over to get a small breather before we fire up the engines at Daytona.

daniel tennesse [via mobile]

Do you think ryan newman has a shot at the championship he kind of flew under the radar this year with all tonys success this year?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:36 AM)

Not sure about Ryan winning the Championship this year. If he can win one of the next three races that should keep him close enough to pose at least a little bit of a threat. He's already 110 points back. He can't fall back much if anymore and still have a chance.

lisa spfld il [via mobile]

Can we watch the race online

Jayski Garrow

  (9:36 AM)

I believe there's a place on NASCAR.com to do that.

Deano/Milwaukee,Wi. [via mobile]

Will Mark Martin win this years championship?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:38 AM)

I think he's got a shot and wouldn't that be great for all us guys over 50 right? He's got to stay stride for stride with Johnson in the first five Chase races to have a shot and to date he's done that in first two races with finishes of first and second.

trevor canton georgia [via mobile]

Who won the 2006 talledega race

Jayski Garrow

  (9:42 AM)

Jimmie Johnson won the first race at Talladega. The second one ended in controversy. That was when Brian Vickers took out Dale Jr. and Jimmie Johnson on the last lap to win. Vickers was driving for Rick Hendrick at the time.

hank jr. tuscaloosa [via mobile]

Who really likes nascar? What's the point of watching people drive in circles?

Jayski Garrow

  (9:43 AM)

Hank, I think to make a fair judgement you need to to a race at Talladega or Atlanta (they are the two closest tracks to you) and give a NASCAR race a test drive. You just might find yourself feeling different about it after that.

Ricky from Atlantic City, NJ [via mobile]

Do you think Nascar needs to make the race cars a little easier on the eyes? The cars are ugly and no one passes each other, do you think Nascar needs to looses up and bring the competition to the old days like the Truck series is today?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:29 PM)

Ricky, I feel kind of like you do about the new Sprint Cup cars. I really don't think they look all that "racy". As for passing each other, I really think the competition has been pretty good most of the year. Yes, every once in awhile someone gets clean air and gets gone, but I think we've some pretty decent races I really do. Kansas, granted, didn't exactly set my hair on fire but some drama to make it interesting.

brandyspaul ga [via mobile]

Mayfield,wuz any blood test taken by independent dr? N when did jr wreck a vette.huge fan n never heard of it!

Jayski Garrow

  (7:35 PM)

Yes, Jeremy Mayfield's blood test was taken by NASCAR's lab technicians and some he independently went to. As for Dale Jr. crashing a Corvette. That was back in the summer of 2004 on an off Cup weekend. He was out in Sonoma, California sharing a Corvette in the American Lemans Series race when on the morning of the race Junior crashed and back into the wall. The car's fuel cell ruptured and it burst into flames. Junior suffered some very painful burns to his upper legs and would have to have sub drivers on the Cup Series if memory serves me correctly for the next three or four races. The crash wasn't bad but boy the fire was pretty scary.

carrollton ky [via mobile]

how come a driver with more wins is first when the chase starts than driver with more points

Jayski Garrow

  (7:37 PM)

That's just the way NASCAR began setting it up last year to give drivers more incentive to try to win races in the first 26 "regular" season events instead of them just riding around to collect points. Which is then kind of weird when a guy like Kyle Busch who won as many races as Mark Martin doesn't even make the Chase.

ryan lakeland, fl [via mobile]

What's the situation with casey mears and the jack daniels chevy for next year?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:38 PM)

Right now Mears is technically a free agent. Jack Daniels has announced they won't be back next year in the sport at all. Richard Childress did not pick up Mears' option so he's out looking for another job. At the same time, Childress is also trying to sell Mears to potential sponsors and if that happens both will gladly stay together.

will [via mobile]

What's it like in that car all day,do u often get dehidrated or wozzy,is there some kind of air cooler inthe car?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:41 PM)

Two things help the drivers. One, the have a drink system inside the car to give them hydrated with cool fluid...usually Gatorade or something like that. Secondly, they have a "cool box" inside the car that takes air from outside the car runs it through a filter to filter out the carbon dioxide and cool it at the same time. That air is that circulated through the driver's helmet by hose attached on top. It still gets pretty hot, though, inside the cockpit with temps up near 130 degrees.

Rob Detroit MI [via mobile]

Any truth to the rumor half the races will be run in 2012 Clockwise instead of counterclockwise? Is this suppose to balance out the wear on the car?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:41 PM)

You're a funny guy Rob...I don't care what anybody else says..lol..

Tommie McComb MS [via mobile]

How fast does a race go?

Jayski Garrow

  (7:42 PM)

Tommie, races usually last on the Sprint Cup series from 3-4 hours. A 600 miler like the Coke 600 at Charlotte maybe a little longer.

chris [via mobile]

were do you see denny hamlin going two drive after next year or do you thank he will resign with jgr

Jayski

  (8:31 PM)

Chris, I think he stays puts at Joe Gibbs Racing...Only place to go that might be up is Hendrick Motorsports, but there won't be any openings there..Roush would be a sideways move and no room there...I consider JGR the second best team. They'll want him back and Hamlin will want to stay.

Jayski

  (8:31 PM)

Chris, I think he stays puts at Joe Gibbs Racing...Only place to go that might be up is Hendrick Motorsports, but there won't be any openings there..Roush would be a sideways move and no room there...I consider JGR the second best team. They'll want him back and Hamlin will want to stay.

jayden tn [via mobile]

Does Jr have it in him to be back on top or is he fading fast?

Jayski

  (8:32 PM)

I honestly think he can get there..Had a great run at California today foiled by late race crash..Junior's starting to come around..He's digging hard and knows he has to find more.

MM from Northampton Pa [via mobile]

How are you I am a big Derrick Cope fan. He was' nt a big success racing, but I think his sponsers and the team he hurt him badly. Please let me know what you think. Thank You

Jayski

  (8:34 PM)

Derrick's a racer who's been around a long time..I think his career would have been a whole lot different if after he won the Daytona 500 and at Dover, his car owner hadn't gone belly up. Derrick never really got another great opportunity to show what he could do..Now, he's hanging in there driving what he can because its a living and he obviously still loves doing it.

City of champions,pa [via mobile]

Do you think carl edwards will win the series?

Jayski

  (8:36 PM)

No, that's not going to happen on the Cup series..He's minus 192 points with six races to go..too much to make up..No way Jimmie Johnson gives that many points back..It's closer over on the Nationwide Series after Carl's big gain at Fontana..He cut 90 points off his deficit and is down now by 155 points with five races to go. If Kyle Busch doesn't shake his illness by this week's race at Charlotte who knows what may happen.

louisville ky [via mobile]

Do u think dale jr needs to drive more like his Father? Drive or get out of my way this track is mine.

Jayski

  (8:37 PM)

You might be right. He could stand to be a little more aggressive, but I don't think its his nature. It came natural to his dad, but that's not him. Everybody's different you know. In my opinion Junior can drive these cars and can get competitive again and win races. He's also showing signs of breaking through with new crew chief Lance McGrew.

Don Snafio [via mobile]

What type of panties do you think Danica Patrick drives in? Thong, bikini, or boy shorts? I say thong but my one buddy says she may ride commando! What do you think?

Jayski

  (8:38 PM)

I doubt its commando Don...but whatever she wears I bet its fireproof.

Jon_jonis_here (agawam,ma) [via mobile]

Is nascar working on securing more mechanical grip for these cars? As they have dropped the aero downforce way down. I feel that more grip not gained by aero downforce will help greatly with passing the leaders! As we see the guy out front just runs away for the most part at cookie cutters!

Jayski

  (8:40 PM)

Jon they are with a new wider tire Goodyear is developing. Instead of 15 inches in width..it would go to 17..That leaves a bigger contact patch on the track, which means more grip and that should help passing in the corners. They held their first on track test of the tire last week at Richmond with Matt Kenseth, Paul Menard, and Travis Kvapil. Goodyear is setting up a number of future tests..Not sure they can get done in time to rollout for 2010. Plus, cars would have to be changed body wise to accomodate the new tire..not a very big change, but a change nonetheless.

Jeremy (Newton Iowa) [via mobile]

I have never been to a nascar race ever. What should I expect watching this race in person?

Jayski

  (8:41 PM)

Jermey, the electricity, the sounds, the smells...the things that TV just can't really catch is what you should notice the most. I think you'll find it a great experience.

camp lejeune, nc [via mobile]

What's the next track to get "bruton smith'ed". (i.e. north wilkesboro, rockingham, darlington) he's going to find a way to get kentucky in somehow. Thanks jayski.

Jayski

  (9:01 PM)

You can bet your house Kentucky will be on the Cup schedule in 2011..Speculation has centered around Mr. Smith taking the spring date away from Atlanta and giving it to Kentucky...that's a rumor..no fact to back it up..Plus, there was a big crowd at Atlanta on Labor Day weekend and I see that track on the rebound because of it.

Rob(Long Island NY) [via mobile]

Hey...The Nascar Technical Institute in Mooresville is the school I want to go to. If I graduate what is the likelyhood of me being hired by a team or car owner?

Jayski

  (11:38 AM)

Rob, I'm not sure about that one, but I do know of several graduates that have been able to find jobs in the racing industry. The hard part right now is that with the economy the way it is there are fewer teams because there are fewer sponsorship deals. Plus, teams have cut back on their personnel as well. What I've been told about going to NTI though is that even if you don't wind up in racing, it gives you a skill set to go out and find a good job in the automotive industry almost anywhere...Good luck and we hope everything works out the way you want it to.

Robert Concord NC [via mobile]

Do you think Nascar should be more strick on drug testing crew members as well as drivers in all 3 series?

Jayski

  (11:33 AM)

Rober I think NASCAR has a very strict policy in place now. This year alone they have suspended over 20 crewmen. They nailed another one just last week..NASCAR has a zero tolerance policy and I can't think of anyone who would disagree with their stance. NASCAR can even ask any media members with a hard card to take a random drug test.

jon_jonis_here (Agawam, Ma) [via mobile]

Could you explain how the winnings are revised between teams and drivers? For example Big Busch finished in front Ryan Newman yet Newman took home 113,304 while Kurt brought home 99,600 respectively and he even lead a lap! How does this work it makes no sense!

Jayski

  (2:59 PM)

Jon, Kurt Busch's team has opted not to run some of the contingency decals on the front fender just past the tire. Companies pay NASCAR for that spot on the car and then pay drivers/teams for running those decals when they finish up near the front. Busch's sponsor Miller Beer wanted a "cleaner" look so they pay the car owner not to have them on the car. That's the difference I believe between Newman and Busch in this case.

port deposit md [via mobile]

What is the start times for the races in 2010

Jayski

  (3:00 PM)

Next season..all east coast races will start at 1:00 eastern..anything central time zone 1:00 eastern..west coast races 4:00 eastern..All night races 7:30..the only exception is the Coca-Cola 600..This will make it easier for all of us to keep track of the start times.

Sherry little rock ar [via mobile]

What did bob greise say about juan pablo today

Jayski

  (3:05 PM)

First, Bob has apologized a bunch for what he said...but during football game they were promoing today's race and they were talking about how Juan Pablo Montoya had fallen out of the top five in points..Griese said something to the effect "what happened did he go out for tacos?"..I don't think he meant it the way it came out..and certainly was not a PC thing to say..Again, Bob has apologized for a number of times between yesterday and today.

Woodman Newark Del. [via mobile]

Jayski! Do you think Jeff Gordon has a chance to win another championship before he retires? Thanx!

Jayski

  (12:35 PM)

Sure he does. When you're that good and have such a good team you've always got a fighting chance. He might have to shoot out his teammate's tires though...lol..

David: (knotts island NC) [via mobile]

I know Jr nation is wondering what his problem is, but is there any talk of another crew chief for next season?

Jayski

  (12:36 PM)

Well, David I'm sure you've heard by now that Rick Hendrick is going to stick with Lance McGrew as Junior's crew chief. I think it's a good move. The mood of the team and Junior is noticably more upbeat and they all think they are building towards some solid runs.

Newark Del! [via mobile]

yea! Jayski! Do you think Jeff Gordon's career is in end's site?? I know his back is bad! But do you think he all too retire in say; in two years maybe!? Or do you think he has longer in his career to go! Id like to see him go as long as Mark Martin has! Thanx!!

Jayski

  (12:37 PM)

I don't know if we'll see Jeff drive as long as Mark. His back is an issue, but he's been feeling pretty good about it lately. I just think Jeff has other things he might want to accomplish in life and will walk away from full-time racing well before Martin will. Jeff, though, will probably run part-time for awhile before he hangs up his helmet for good.

sonny graves [via mobile]

This was the most boring talldega race ever no action to many rules on can and cannots get stock car raceing like it was back in the petty,earhart days fans come to see action not follow the leader next thing we will see is old ladys and children on the track nasecar needs to take out some of the stupid rules let them race thank you. Sonny.

Jayski

  (12:40 PM)

Sonny, if it makes you feel any better a number of drivers felt the same way. It's my opinion the drivers delivered a silent protest when they lined up single file and road awhile. I agres with you and them NASCAR should let the drivers police themselves more and I agree with Dale Jr. who said don't worry about the bump drafting, he wants NASCAR to police the blatant blocking that goes on. He said that would be easier to police than cars touching bumpers in the turns.

Jon omaha [via mobile]

Do u think they should make the restrictor plates larger and lose the wing and make it a horse power race

Jayski

  (12:43 PM)

Jon, I'm not sure what the answers are, but something has to be done. Let the drivers race the way they want to race...the way these cars will let them race..or do something, as you suggest, to make the drivers have to back off the gas, and that will break the cars up into smaller packs..It will also give the drivers throttle response to either get out of trouble and be able to catch up or to make passes.

Ben, PA [via mobile]

Who do you think is going to win the nascar championship?

Jayski.com

  (4:04 PM)

Johnson lost a bunch of points at Texas, but I still think he's in the driver's seat for a fourth straight Sprint Cup title.

brian NYC [via mobile]

Who will win this week's big race?

Jayski.com

  (4:04 PM)

I'm liking Tony Stewart to capture the checkered flag at Phoenix.

virginia beach [via mobile]

Can u reenlist me in the navy at a race

Jayski.com

  (4:05 PM)

From time to time, NASCAR and some of the tracks have set that up...talk to a recruiter about contacting NASCAR...hopefully, they'll do that again...and thanks for your service to our great country.

Seahwkbrn. Salt Lake City UT. [via mobile]

Do you see Nascar looking to add more races in the near future even though the economy is in a slump?

Jayski.com

  (4:07 PM)

No I don't see NASCAR adding any more races. We're just about at the breaking point with 36 Sprint Cup races and two special events..The season is too long now stretching from February to almost Thanksgiving in November.

Nathan Delta, OH [via mobile]

What are martin's chances of winning the chase. Johnson has been so dominant lately and they are on the same team. does he even have a chance

Jayski.com

  (4:08 PM)

Nathan, Martin still has a chance. Look at what happened at Texas where he went from 184 points behind to only 73 when Johnson crashed and came home 38th. Mark needs that kind of thing again to happen and he'll be right there. Plus, he's got a better shot at winning in Phoenix than he did at Texas. Martin is everyone's sentimental choice that's for sure.

Alvin Delta Colorado [via mobile]

What is the starting lineup for Phoenix?

Jayski.com

  (7:46 AM)

Well, here's your top-10...Martin Truex, Jr., Kurt Busch, Jimmie Johnson, Kasey Kahne, Denny Hamlin, Greg Biffle, Kyle Busch, Tony Stewart, Casey Mears and Mark Martin.

texasinaz, houston [via mobile]

Can montoyas sucess this be carried over to next, even with a merger and car change?

Jayski.com

  (2:24 PM)

I think the answer is yes. That team has really picked up in the last ten races after making the Chase. He'll be with same team in the same car, there's no merger or car change for Montoya at this point.

john (anderson, sc [via mobile]

Do you rthink jamie mcmurray will have a ride in 2010?

Jayski.com

  (2:25 PM)

He definitely will. Word is that last Wednesday he signed a one-year contract with Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing to driver the #1 car, taking the place of the departing Martin Truex, Jr..

Jon R. (Murfreesboro, Tennessee) [via mobile]

Seeing that Smoke (Tony Stewart) has done so well in the 2009 season right out of the box (both in the cup and few Nationwide Series races he has ran), do you think he will take yet another chance and start up a Nationwide team?

Jayski.com

  (2:30 PM)

Jon, he might do that down the road, but I think right now he's just concentrating on building his Cup team. I think you'll see him expand to three, maybe four teams for 2011. That will keep his plate full. A Nationwide Series team will make sense when he feels the need to start a driver development program. He has no need of that at this point in time.

Richard Matthews (carlisle,Pa) [via mobile]

Why does dale jr have more part failures then his teammates?

Jayski.com

  (2:09 AM)

I don't really know if that's the case or not..sometimes Junior is his own worst enemy..He had a good car at Homestead and bounced it off the wall one too many times and was never really competitive again.

Andrew Missouri [via mobile]

Which crew chief will help David Ragan win next year? Wingo or Blindsided?

Jayski.com

  (2:11 AM)

By "Blindsided" I'm guessing you mean Steve Addington Kyle Busch's ex-crew chief...I think Wingo is going to be moved over to take care of Ragan. I also think Kurt Busch is going to make a big move to get Addington, who has already told Joe Gibbs Racing he's moving on. Don't you know Kurt would love to have success with the crew chief his younger brother got fired after they had won 14 races the last two seasons.

madera CA [via mobile]

Will jimmie johnson win the championship ?

Jayski.com

  (2:11 AM)

Yes I do and Yes he did..four in a row..wow!

Andrew Missouri [via mobile]

Which crew chief will help David Ragan win next year? Wingo or Blickensderfer?

Jayski.com

  (2:12 AM)

Oh you meant Blickesderfer not Addington...I stil think Wingo winds up with Ragan..Blickensderfer and Kenseth are starting to come on and I can't see Roush messing with that.

tracy, columbus ohio [via mobile]

Why does nascar allow non-contenders to qualify and take top positions away from those who can actiually win. Ambrose qualoifies 3rd and inside 50 laps goes down 5 laps. Get off the track and let someone who want to win drive

Jayski.com

  (2:14 AM)

Wow..Tracy where the compassion..lol...Ambrose is not a go or go home driver or a start and park. He's solidly in the top-35 in the owner points and I think is the most improved driver on the Sprint Cup Series this year. Ambrose's car just wasn't handling very well in the beginning of the race at Homestead and he was pushing it too hard.

WOODMAN NEWARK DEL. [via mobile]

Hey Jay! Iam a big Bears fan! Do you think that Jay Cutler has a chance in his future to take Da Bears to at least a winng season next year??

Jayski.com

  (7:42 PM)

Hard to say what's gone wrong with Cutler. He's just going to have to make sure better decisions. Threw an interceptions last week down the middle when a guy was wide open in left side of the end zone. He might have put too much pressure on himself. So, it is all about next year for Da!Bears!...good luck with that and have a happy Thanksgiving!