March 16, 2017
Las Vegas TV Ratings In ratings delayed by the winter storm in the Northeast, Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series racing from Las Vegas scored a 3.58 final rating and 5.973 million viewers on FOX Sunday [3/12/2017].(Show Buzz Daily)[More](3-16-2017)
JTG Daugherty to appeal penalty ESPN’s Bob Pockrass tweeted that JTG Daugherty Racing would appeal the points part of the penalty assessed the team last week for loose/missing lugnuts [More](3-16-2017)
Ford Performance boss believes Edwards to return Carl Edwards stunned the NASCAR community when he announced an unscheduled sabbatical last January. But no one, including the top brass at Ford Performance–that’s right, Ford–would be surprised if Edwards’ return to racing was just as swift and abrupt as his departure. Ford Performance boss Dave Pericak anticipates a return by Edwards. “I don’t know what Carl’s future looks like,” Pericak said. “We’ve had no conversations about that at all. I can tell you that, honestly. I personally believe that Carl’s coming back. That’s just a Dave Pericak thought, but I have no idea what’s going on with him. No conversations, but you’ll see Carl Edwards in the sport again. That’s my two-cents worth.”
Since Edwards’ departure, the rumor mill has run wild with speculation. Will he replace Danica Patrick in the #10 car next year? How about bumping Kasey Kahne from the #5 team? Will Team Penske start a third team for Edwards? Could he replace Matt Kenseth following his former teammate’s retirement tour?(Motorsport)[More](3-16-2017)
SunFrog hops on board with BK Racing and Gaulding on Race Hub on Fox Sports 1, BK Racing and Gray Gaulding unveiled the #23 SunFrog Toyota Camry that will race this weekend at Phoenix International Raceway. SunFrog, one of the nation’s fastest growing apparel printing companies, will be joining the #23 Toyota team for multiple Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series races this year, starting with Sunday’s Camping World 500.(BK Racing)[More](3-16-2017)
Phoenix Raceway Fan Guide Phoenix Raceway is encouraging fans to come out early and enjoy the full NASCAR experience during the Camping World 500 event weekend, March 17-19. In addition to the Camping World 500 on Sunday, March 19 at 12:30 p.m. (local), the race weekend at Phoenix Raceway will include the DC Solar 200 NASCAR XFINITY Series race on Saturday, March 18 at 1:30 p.m. and Gatorade Pole Day on Friday, March 17 featuring Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying.
FAN ACTIVITIES & GUIDELINES A NASCAR weekend at Phoenix Raceway is an experience like no other. Expect exciting racing on the track and a fun party atmosphere throughout the raceway. Whether it be a die-hard fan cheering on their favorite driver or a first-time fan catching NASCAR fever, Phoenix Raceway is the place for race day excitement and entertainment. Fans can expect to have a great time while taking part in the interactive displays on the DC Solar Power Pavilion (formerly Fan Midway) or experiencing great live entertainment on one of the many stages.
A full list of fan guidelines, including when to arrive, what to expect, recommended attire, what fans can or cannot bring and a full list of activities scheduled throughout race weekend is available by visiting www.PhoenixRaceway.com and selecting the “Visiting PIR” tab at the top of the homepage and browsing to the “PIR 101: Raceday FAQ’s” page.
Tickets to all events throughout Camping World 500 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series weekend at Phoenix Raceway are available online at PhoenixRaceway.com, by phone at 1-866-408-RACE (7223) or in person at the Phoenix Raceway ticket office.(PR)[More](3-16-2017)
AmeriCarna returns tonight with Earnhardt Jr. & Ray Evernham: AmeriCarna epidsode, “Two Juniors and the El Laguna”, Thursday, March 16 at 9 pm on Velocity. Dale Earnhardt Jr. wants Ray Evernham to help restore an El Camino, except add on a Laguna front end. It’s not a typical restoration, but it’s certainly a NASCAR performance-worthy restoration.(Victory Management Group PR)[More](3-16-2017)
BodyArmor Sports Drink welcomes Ryan Blaney to the team: BodyArmor, a new premium sports drink, announced a partnership with rising star NASCAR driver, #21-Ryan Blaney. This partnership marks BodyArmor’s first foray into the world of motorsports, where proper hydration plays a crucial role in driver performance. Blaney will be instrumental in helping to raise awareness for the fast-growing sports drink nationwide. As part of the partnership, Blaney will appear in in-store and external advertising campaigns, be featured in digital and social media activations, appear at local events and help to generate awareness for the brand throughout the country. Through an alliance between the Wood Brothers [#21 Motorcraft Ford] – NASCAR’s longest tenured team – and Team Penske – one of the most successful teams in the history of professional sports – Blaney competes full-time in the NASCAR Cup Series and in select NASCAR Xfinity Series events.(RyanBlaney.com)[More](3-16-2017)
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