Latest 150 NASCAR articles http://www.kffl.com Mon, 28 May 2012 00:45:48 -0500 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130529/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss In six starts in the Coca-Cola 600, a pair of ninth-place finishes has been the best Denny Hamlin has managed. However, three straight top-10 finishes at Charlotte and the fastest lap in Saturday’s opening practice point to a potential career-night in NASCAR’s longest race. Hamlin is sitting fourth in points with two wins under his belt in what has been a bounceback year for the No. 11 bunch. Sat, 26 May 2012 15:25:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130529/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130491/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss As for Sunday night's 600-mile event, a boring race is the last thing fantasy owners will have to worry about. The extra 100 miles has a history of destroying engines and forcing drivers into uncharacteristic mistakes. Not to mention that fuel mileage often becomes a factor as it did last season. Throw in the drastic temperature changes that occur as the sun goes down, and crew chiefs have to make constant adjustments to the car setups in order to keep their drivers near the front. Sat, 26 May 2012 15:32:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130491/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130504/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of three 1.5-mile quad-oval tracks that feature 24 degrees of corner banking. In addition to the aforementioned exhibition races, fantasy owners can review past performance from the other two cookie-cutter venues, Atlanta Motor Speedway and Texas Motor Speedway. This trio is the most similar set of tracks on the circuit, hosting a total of five races. Astute fantasy owners can hit a lot of sleeper picks by watching the trends that develop across these sites. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 23 May 2012 19:48:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130504/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130477/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Coming-on-strong-in-the-second-half?source=campaign-rss The Memorial Day weekend marathon means that the 2012 regular season is almost halfway over, and while guys like Greg Biffle, Matt Kenseth and Dale Earnhardt Jr. have been rock solid since the drop of the green at Daytona, there are other drivers that have been coming on strong, as well. In fact, there are a few drivers still outside the top five in points that have been among the best options in the series for the past month. Mon, 21 May 2012 10:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130477/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Coming-on-strong-in-the-second-half?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130423/nsc/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss To say it was a surprise to see Kevin Harvick top the charts in the opening practice at Darlington Raceway Friday would be a major understatement. After all, he has an 18.9 average finish at the track for his career and just one top-10 in his last eight starts. Sat, 12 May 2012 11:04:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130423/nsc/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130391/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss There won't be any blatant teamwork this weekend when the series shifts to Darlington Raceway, but driver cooperation will play an important role. The track's unique corners make side-by-side racing tricky, and without a little give and take, the wrecks can pile up in a hurry. In particular, the narrow exit of Turn 4 can be a real trouble spot. Sat, 12 May 2012 11:14:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130391/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130402/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss Among the most legendary tracks on the schedule, Darlington Raceway has earned two well-deserved nicknames. The "Lady in Black" is known to leave marks along the sides of the numerous cars that brush against its walls, outfitted with trademark red and white stripes. The unique egg-shaped layout provides different challenges in each set of turns, but does not offer much comparison for fantasy owners looking for similar tracks. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 09 May 2012 17:53:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130402/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Bojangles'-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130372/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss The good news for fantasy owners is that the drivers got through a pair of practice sessions at Talladega Superspeedway Friday without triggering a big wreck. The bad news is that the chances of the same thing happening during Sunday's race are slim to none. The pack racing brought about by restrictor plates inevitably leads to a big wreck, and the likelihood only increases as the laps wind down. Sat, 05 May 2012 09:23:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130372/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130327/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss While Sunday's race is mainly about survival, it does present a unique opportunity for fantasy owners that have dug themselves early season holes. Talladega is one track where an unconventional lineup full of sleepers could lead to a big point day. Sat, 05 May 2012 17:20:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130327/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130348/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss After numerous tweaks to the race cars, NASCAR finally squashed the two-car tandem that had taken over the traditional pack racing seen in the last several restrictor plate events prior to the 2012 Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway. However, several accidents occurred during Speedweeks when contact was made to the left rear bumper. If that issue carries over to Talladega Superspeedway, a typically wild race could reach new heights. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 02 May 2012 18:02:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130348/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130316/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss A motor issue knocked Mark Martin out of last weekend's race at Kansas, but nothing could slow him down in the first practice session at Richmond Friday afternoon. Martin posted the fastest lap of any driver at a track where he has had a lot of success the last few years. He has four top-five finishes and six top-15s in his last at starts at Richmond. Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:12:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130316/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130238/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss The Sprint Cup travels to Richmond for Saturday's race, and fantasy NASCAR owners have a deep pool of potential winners to chose from this week. Will Denny Hamlin use momentum to win another race, or can the likes of Jimmie Johnson, Carl Edwards, Kyle Busch, Jeff Gordon and Kevin Harvick get into the win column for the first time in 2012? Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:29:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130238/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130246/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss Among the most popular venues with both drivers and fans, Richmond International Raceway, is a short, flat track with tight quarters that can lead to aggressive driving. The track allows for side-by-side racing and numerous passing opportunities. Like most flat tracks, brakes are among the most important pieces of equipment to monitor at Richmond. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 25 Apr 2012 12:07:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130246/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Capital-City-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130223/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--STP-400?source=campaign-rss Carl Edwards isn't exactly having a bad year, but as a preseason title favorite, he isn't quite living up to expectations. He can change that this weekend with a win, and after posting the second-fastest lap in the first practice at Kansas, he could be on his way to a statement victory. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 13:00:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130223/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130194/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--STP-400?source=campaign-rss NASCAR takes a spin at Kansas Speedway this weekend, and Greg Biffle is in position to take a commanding lead over his competition with another win. Sat, 21 Apr 2012 15:32:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130194/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130197/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--STP-400?source=campaign-rss While the track is 1.5-miles in length, like many others on the circuit, Kansas features the least amount of corner banking giving it some unique aspects. After this race the track will be repaved and redesigned in time for the Chase event in late October. In addition to new asphalt, 18-20 degrees of variable banking will be added to the turns. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:15:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130197/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130177/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss Point leader Greg Biffle could be in for a strong weekendl. He posted the second fastest lap in the first practice, and his streak of seven straight top-10 finishes at Texas is currently the longest in the Cup Series. Biffle has done everything but win in 2012, and with three straight top-five finishes at Texas, he could change that Saturday night. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 11:51:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130177/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130145/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss After a rare off week, the Cup Series returns to action at Texas Motor Speedway. The 1.5-mile oval produces some of the fastest speeds of any track on the schedule and is a tough test for a car's engine and its aero package. Drivers should be clicking off fast laps from the drop of the green this weekend, when the action takes place Saturday night under the lights. Sat, 14 Apr 2012 12:08:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130145/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130176/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Let's-make-a-deal!?source=campaign-rss Brian Polking examines which drivers you should make a move for and deal away. For owners looking to wheel and deal in the coming weeks, here are a few names to consider trading for and trading away. Fri, 13 Apr 2012 19:22:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130176/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Let's-make-a-deal!?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130151/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss Texas Motor Speedway is one of three 1.5-mile cookie-cutter tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. The two others, Atlanta Motor Speedway and Charlotte Motor Speedway, share the same length and corner banking. The wear of the racing surface on each track is unique, which causes the speeds to vary somewhat. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 11 Apr 2012 15:07:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130151/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Samsung-Mobile-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130086/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Goody�s-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss It has been a rough start to the 2012 season for Jeff Gordon. He enters Sunday's race at Martinsville Speedway 25th in the standings, and the four-time champ has never been lower after the first five races of a season in his career. That being said, there is reason for fantasy owners to be optimistic about his chances this weekend. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 12:40:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130086/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Goody�s-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130056/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Goody's-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss There is a good chance Stewart will stay hot this weekend at Martinsville, as well. Granted, Jimmie Johnson and Denny Hamlin have made the flat, paperclip-shaped track their personal playground, but the last time the series visited the half-mile oval, Stewart went to Victory Lane. Whether or not he makes it back-to-back wins at Martinsville remains to be seen, but NASCAR's smallest track has definitely been kind to the sport's biggest names. Sat, 31 Mar 2012 21:09:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130056/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Goody's-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130061/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Goody's-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss Shaped like a paperclip, Martinsville Speedway is among the oldest and most unique tracks on the circuit. The flat straightaways and sharp turns led to extreme braking conditions, as drivers come screaming into the corners. Patience and timing are the keys to making passes at Martinsville. Drivers who can set someone up and out-brake their rivals going through the turns will find it easiest to get to the front. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 28 Mar 2012 14:24:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130061/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Goody's-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130045/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss After a forgettable 2011 season, Denny Hamlin is doing his best to show that he has recaptured the magic he had in 2010 when he won eight races and nearly won the title. With a victory at Phoenix already under his belt this year, Hamlin is looking like a real threat to capture his second win of the young season. Sun, 25 Mar 2012 00:49:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130045/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130019/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss There have been some pleasant and not so pleasant surprises for fantasy owners in Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano and Paul Menard, while preseason championship contenders Carl Edwards and Kyle Busch are struggling to hang in the top 15 and Jeff Gordon is outside the top 20. As the series heads to Auto Club Speedway this weekend, there are some big names with some work to do. Sat, 24 Mar 2012 18:12:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130019/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130029/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss Speed is often rewarded at Auto Club Speedway, a sweeping, two-mile D-shaped oval track. The wide racing surface allows the leaders to break away easily. With so much room to operate, drivers rarely need to get out of the throttle. However, turning all those RPMs over extended green flag runs on a warm California day can lead to engine problems. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 21 Mar 2012 19:13:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130029/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Auto-Club-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130004/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss Greg Biffle appears to be a serious challenger this week and should finish inside the top five. Ride him while he is hot, and enjoy his likely success at Bristol. Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:17:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/130004/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129974/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss This weekend's trip to Bristol Motor Speedway brings a new set of challenges. The short track is fourth different layout teams will have to deal with in the first four races of the year. While changes to the track's configuration have certainly lessened the potential blow to fantasy owners by creating multiple racing grooves and eliminating a lot of the wrecks, Sat, 17 Mar 2012 17:24:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129974/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129983/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss Resurfaced in 2007, Bristol Motor Speedway added new variable banking and remained one of the steepest tracks on the schedule. The added room allows cars to run one of several lines but has reduced the physical racing that has made the track so beloved. Still, Bristol remains among the most popular venues in NASCAR for its two Cup events, the fall night race in particular. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:38:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129983/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Food-City-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129955/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss After a strong showing in qualifying for Sunday's race at Las Vegas, Hendrick Motorsports kept the momentum going in Saturday's first practice. Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Kasey Kahne posted the two-fastest laps in the session, and Jimmie Johnson joined them in the top five. Jeff Gordon was the slowest car in the HMS stable, and he ranked ninth on the leaderboard. Sat, 10 Mar 2012 10:56:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129955/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129911/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss Last year the race was a preview of what eventually unfolded in the Chase. Tony Stewart and Carl Edwards battled for the top spot most of the afternoon, with Stewart leading the most laps and finishing second and Edwards holding off a charging Stewart and going to Victory Lane. Sat, 10 Mar 2012 19:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129911/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129919/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss Las Vegas Motor Speedway is labeled as a cookie-cutter due to its 1.5-mile length, but features a slightly different set of banking characteristics. The racing surface at LVMS was redesigned for the 2007 season offering only five Cup races in which to analyze. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:00:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129919/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Kobalt-Tools-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129899/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss With qualifying for Sunday's Cup race at Phoenix International Raceway scheduled for Saturday afternoon, teams were forced to work on both qualifying and race trim during Friday's two practices. A majority of the drivers chose to focus on qualifying in the opening session, switching to longer runs in Happy Hour. Sat, 03 Mar 2012 11:25:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129899/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129880/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss Can Jimmie Johnson shake off an early wreck at Daytona and get it done in the desert? Sat, 03 Mar 2012 19:50:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129880/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129887/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss Last year Phoenix International Raceway underwent a repave and several modifications to enhance the quality of racing in time for its late season Chase race. The front straightaway was widened and the famed dogleg reconfigured to allow side-by-side racing. While the corners are still similarly shallow to the old setup, variable banking was installed to open things up. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 29 Feb 2012 20:21:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129887/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Subway-Fresh-Fit-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129868/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss With the Gatorade Duel 150s in the books, the starting lineup for Sunday's Daytona 500 is now set. Former winners Michael Waltrip and Bill Elliott were among the big names to miss the field, while Michael McDowell and Dave Blaney played the role of underdog and raced their way in. Sat, 25 Feb 2012 21:22:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129868/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129817/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss After watching Saturday's Budweiser Shootout, fantasy owners have to be dreading the official start to the 2012 season this Sunday. NASCAR wanted to eliminate the tandem drafting that drivers adopted at the restrictor plate tracks last year, and it appears the sanctioning body has more than succeeded. Fri, 24 Feb 2012 17:28:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129817/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129496/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-Sprint-Cup-rankings?source=campaign-rss KFFL's Brian Polking has released his fantasy NASCAR rankings for the 2012 season, and some placements may surprise you. Thu, 23 Feb 2012 17:59:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129496/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-Sprint-Cup-rankings?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129845/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss Start your engines, fantasy owners! The first race of 2012 is finally here. Restrictor plate racing is a different style, so the results of the 54th Daytona 500 will help forecast the early May event at Talladega Superspeedway, the only other plate track on the schedule. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:08:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129845/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Daytona-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129650/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Understanding-and-utilizing-loop-data?source=campaign-rss Eric McClung breaks down how to use loop data to better your fantasy NASCAR chances in 2012. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Tue, 21 Feb 2012 14:05:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129650/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Understanding-and-utilizing-loop-data?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129600/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Silly-Season-review?source=campaign-rss KFFL's Eric McClung analyzes all of NASCAR's Silly Season changes to help prep you for 2012 fantasy drafts. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Mon, 20 Feb 2012 09:49:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129600/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Silly-Season-review?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129567/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-bust-drivers?source=campaign-rss Several drivers that have changed teams find themselves in tough situations. Don't buy into the hype of one of NASCAR's most beloved drivers. Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:26:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129567/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-bust-drivers?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129524/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-sleeper-drivers?source=campaign-rss KFFL's Brian Polking breaks down his top sleeper choices for the upcoming fantasy NASCAR draft season in this can't miss analysis! Tue, 14 Feb 2012 16:26:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129524/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-sleeper-drivers?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126687/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Road-courses?source=campaign-rss Juan Pablo Montoya is strong at Infineon. Which drivers are improving their stock on road courses? Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:41:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126687/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Road-courses?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126673/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Short-tracks?source=campaign-rss A.J. Allmendinger may be an up-and-comer, but Bristol hasn't been kind to him. Check out how some of the sport's best perform on short tracks. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:50:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126673/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Short-tracks?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126644/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Superspeedways?source=campaign-rss KFFL.com has reviewed NASCAR's superspeedways and how Sprint Cup drivers have handled the tracks in recent years. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 15:04:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126644/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Superspeedways?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126639/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Intermediates?source=campaign-rss Intermediates make up the majority of NASCAR tracks. KFFL.com breaks down the individual tracks and how drivers have performed at each one. Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:22:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/126639/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-track-analysis--Intermediates?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129613/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--The-Curse-of-the-Runner-up-Driver?source=campaign-rss You know about the championship hangover, but is there merit to believe in a runner-up curse? Mon, 23 Jan 2012 13:14:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129613/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--The-Curse-of-the-Runner-up-Driver?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129612/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-rookie-drivers-to-watch?source=campaign-rss Can you find any value in rookie drivers in 2012? KFFL's Brian Polking steers you in the right direction. Mon, 23 Jan 2012 11:18:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129612/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--2012-rookie-drivers-to-watch?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129087/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss Championship leader Carl Edwards had plenty to cheer about as well, as he ranked second on the charts. The defending winner of this weekend's race would love nothing more than to win at Homestead for the third time in the last four races, clinching the title in the process. The last driver to win the season finale and the championship in the same season was Jeff Gordon in 1998. Sat, 19 Nov 2011 15:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129087/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129034/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss As title contenders Carl Edwards and Tony Stewart prepare for Sunday's season finale at Homestead-Miami Speedway, it may be worth mentioning that Stewart would win the championship if the two finish the year tied when the checkered flag waves based on total wins. Sat, 19 Nov 2011 08:42:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129034/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129054/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss It took several makeovers to get the racing at Homestead-Miami Speedway just right. After a failed attempt to produce 1.5-mile version of the rectangular Indianapolis Motor Speedway, track officials would finally settle on a more traditional oval design with progressive corner banking and flat straightaways. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 16 Nov 2011 17:42:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129054/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Ford-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129020/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss Practice sessions are always important, but Friday's practices at Phoenix International Raceway took on an extra importance. With the changes to the track layout and surface following the February race, drivers and teams had no idea of what to expect, especially in race-like conditions. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 08:22:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/129020/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128973/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss The battle heads to Phoenix International Raceway this weekend for a race that could prove to be a serious hurdle. Following the February event at PIR, the track was repaved and reconfigured. Drivers will be facing the new track for the first time this weekend during race conditions, and setups that have worked in the past may be ineffective. Sat, 12 Nov 2011 18:43:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128973/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128990/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss Following the second race of the season, Phoenix International Raceway underwent a repave and several modifications to enhance the quality of racing. The front straightaway has been widened and the famed dogleg has been reconfigured to eventually allow side-by-side racing. While the corners remain similarly shallow to the old setup, variable banking has been installed to also open things up. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 09 Nov 2011 17:40:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128990/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Kobalt-Tools-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128955/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss While the suspension of Kyle Busch dominated the headlines Saturday, regular scheduled activities were held as well, including a pair of Cup Series practices. Michael McDowell replaced Busch in the No. 18 Toyota for both sessions and will do so in Sunday's race, and Josh Wise will pilot McDowell's No. 66 machine. With qualifying being held Friday, drivers had the luxury of spending both Saturday practices in race trim. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 20:19:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128955/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128923/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss It took seven races, but the major players in this year’s championship fight have finally emerged. Carl Edwards leads Tony Stewart by eight points, and unless they slip up, the two will decide the championship amongst themselves. Fittingly, the two are in position to battle it out for the title because they took care of business at Martinsville last weekend. Sat, 05 Nov 2011 20:27:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128923/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128928/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss Texas Motor Speedway is one of three 1.5-mile cookie-cutter tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. The two others, Atlanta Motor Speedway and Charlotte Motor Speedway, share the same length and corner banking. The wear of the racing surface on each track is unique, which causes the speeds to vary somewhat. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:54:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128928/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AAA-Texas-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128892/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss Mother Nature did her best to prevent the Cup Series drivers from practicing for Sunday’s race at Martinsville Speedway, but in the end, NASCAR managed to give teams one Saturday afternoon session to dial in their cars. While having just one practice means less data for fantasy owners to work with, one practice is a lot better than going into a race without any kind of data. Sat, 29 Oct 2011 22:02:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128892/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128852/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss With just four playoff races remaining, Carl Edwards has emerged as the favorite to claim the 2011 Sprint Cup. However, four drivers are within 19 points of the top spot, including former champs Matt Kenseth and Tony Stewart, along with breakout star Brad Keselowski. Sat, 29 Oct 2011 18:00:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128852/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128872/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss Shaped like a paperclip, Martinsville Speedway is among the oldest and most unique tracks on the circuit. The flat straightaways and sharp turns led to extreme braking conditions, as drivers come screaming into the corners. Patience and timing are the keys to making passes at Martinsville. Drivers who can set someone up and out-brake their rivals going through the turns will find it easiest to get to the front. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 26 Oct 2011 19:28:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128872/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Tums-Fast-Relief-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128834/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss After dominating at Talladega earlier this year, Hendrick Motorsports looked strong again in practice as Mark Martin and Jeff Gordon ranked third and fourth. Richard Petty Motorsports driver Marcos Ambrose rounded out the top five, and his teammate A.J. Allmendinger ranked sixth. After placing four drivers in the top eight spots in the spring race, all four HMS drivers have to be considered by fantasy owners.z Sat, 22 Oct 2011 14:06:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128834/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128799/fantasy-nascar/Fantays-NASCAR-rankings--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss On the heels of the tragic death of IndyCar driver Dan Wheldon, the Cup Series heads to Talladega Superspeedway this weekend. Thanks to the restrictor plates, NASCAR's biggest track has become famous for its three-wide racing, frequent lead changes, and above all else, its spectacular wrecks. Sat, 22 Oct 2011 18:40:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128799/fantasy-nascar/Fantays-NASCAR-rankings--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128814/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss The new two-car draft style of racing seen recently at Daytona International Speedway and Talladega Superspeedway is already under siege from NASCAR. This week's race will see a larger opening in the restrictor plate to give the cars a bit more horsepower in hopes of allowing more passing opportunities. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 19 Oct 2011 19:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128814/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Good-Sam-Club-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128767/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss In Happy Hour, Kasey Kahne climbed to the top of the charts, posting the fastest lap. Menard ranked second, and Greg Biffle was third on the charts. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:21:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128767/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128737/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss Jimmie Johnson has flipped the switch and has turned into his dominant Chase self. Find out which racers should challenge him at Charlotte this week. Sat, 15 Oct 2011 14:11:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128737/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128741/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss Charlotte Motor Speedway is one of three quad-oval, 1.5-mile tracks that feature 24 degrees of corner banking. Fantasy owners can review results from the other two cookie-cutter venues, Atlanta Motor Speedway and Texas Motor Speedway, the former coming just six races ago. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:14:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128741/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Bank-of-America-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128709/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss Which drivers performed well enough in practice to change your opinion of their chances at Kansas? Sat, 08 Oct 2011 20:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128709/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128679/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss Does Matt Kenseth stand a chance at Kansas? Will Tony Stewart reclaim the top spot in the Chase? What could defending champ Jimmie Johnson have to say about this? Sat, 08 Oct 2011 20:58:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128679/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128685/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss Kansas Speedway will host its second of two Sprint Cup Series races this Sunday. While the track is 1.5 miles in length, like many others on the circuit, Kansas features a shallow amount of corner banking. Those looking for the best comparison should turn to Chicagoland Speedway, which opened the Chase. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 05 Oct 2011 15:42:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128685/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Hollywood-Casino-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128649/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss Tony Stewart has struggled at Dover in his career, but will his recent momentum cancel that out? Sat, 01 Oct 2011 12:17:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128649/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128601/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss Five-time defending champ Jimmie Johnson is off to a rough postseason start, sitting further back in the standings than he ever has since the inception of the Chase format. As the series heads to Dover this weekend, anyone counting out Johnson could be in for a rude awakening. He is a six-time winner at the "Monster Mile" and has won the last two Chase events at the track. Sat, 01 Oct 2011 15:51:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128601/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128622/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss With high-banked concrete racing surface with wide corners and narrow straightaways, Dover International Speedway has earned its nickname, The Monster Mile. It is considered by drivers to be among the most difficult tracks to race on; finding a setup that will allow the car to handle well in multiple grooves, not just at the bottom, is a challenge. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 28 Sep 2011 16:49:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128622/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AAA-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128583/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss Jimmie Johnson looks to claim the top spot in the Chase this Sunday. Does he have enough in the tank to capture his sixth straight title? Sat, 24 Sep 2011 18:25:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128583/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128531/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss Stewart-Haas Racing teammates Ryan Newman and Stewart started and finished first and second at the 1.0-mile track earlier this year. The two have combined to win five times at NHMS, with Stewart winning twice. In other words, Stewart’s surprising victory may not be a fluke. Sat, 24 Sep 2011 20:30:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128531/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128553/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss The NASCAR Sprint Cup Series will make the second of its two stops this season at the Magic Mile known as New Hampshire Motor Speedway. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 21 Sep 2011 18:26:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128553/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Sylvania-300?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128511/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss While all eyes will be on the 12 drivers competing for the Sprint Cup title when the Chase kicks off at Chicagoland Speedway Sunday, it is a non-Chaser that could end up stealing the show. Defending race winner David Reutimann was on a mission to prove that his victory last year was no fluke. Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:05:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128511/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128466/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss For the first time in the history of the Chase format, the postseason will begin at Chicagoland Speedway. The 1.5-mile track has hosted both night and day events in its short time on the schedule, but it has never hosted a race of this magnitude. It will be interesting to see how the racing plays out in the pressure-packed atmosphere that only the Chase can provide. Sat, 17 Sep 2011 16:08:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128466/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128482/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss Like so many other tracks on the schedule, Chicagoland Speedway is a 1.5-mile D-shaped oval, but is slightly different from most cookie-cutter tracks. In terms of corner banking, Chicagoland has the least amount any 1.5-mile track other than Kentucky Speedway and Kansas Speedway. The unique element of the track is the curved back stretch. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 14 Sep 2011 19:35:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128482/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Geico-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128374/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss Nine of the 12 spots in the Chase are already set in stone, but there are a number of scenarios at work for the final three spots. Needless to say, there will be plenty of different agendas at work when the green flag waves. Some drivers control their own fate, while others need a little help and a lot of luck in order to keep their playoff dreams alive. Sat, 10 Sep 2011 22:01:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128374/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128421/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss Last weekend at Atlanta, Hendrick Motorsports teammates Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson finished first and second. They picked up where they left off at Richmond this weekend, ranking first and second in the opening practice session Friday. Gordon and Johnson have a combined nine championships in their careers, and both are clearly in championship form. Fri, 09 Sep 2011 21:26:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128421/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128397/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss Among the most popular venues with both drivers and fans, Richmond International Raceway, is a short, flat track with tight quarters that can lead to aggressive driving. The track allows for side-by-side racing and numerous passing opportunities. Like most flat tracks, brakes are among the most important pieces of equipment to monitor at Richmond. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 07 Sep 2011 20:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128397/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Wonderful-Pistachios-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128337/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss Just when the Chase picture was becoming clear, Brad Keselowski had to go and cloud things back up. It was a foregone conclusion that he was going to grab one of the wildcard spots, which was going to leave Tony Stewart and Clint Bowyer to battle it out for the final spot in the top 10 and the final spot in the playoffs. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:49:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128337/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128362/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss For the second week in a row, both practice sessions for the Cup race were held prior to qualifying. As a result, fantasy owners once again have to pay attention to the number of laps each driver ran before gauging average speeds. For the most part, the drivers locked in the top 35 spent time in race trim in both sessions. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 20:55:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128362/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128344/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss As of this year, Atlanta Motor Speedway has been reduced to just this single date. Owners facing prequalifying deadlines will get the benefit of a Friday night practice session prior to final practice and qualifying on Saturday. Checking these results is a huge benefit in order to see what drivers have unloaded with an early edge and are most likely to score a prime starting position. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 31 Aug 2011 19:22:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128344/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--AdvoCare-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128303/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss A trip to a short track is always dangerous because small wrecks can quickly become a multi-car pileup, and even a minor issue can mean losing several laps on pit road. In short, Bristol is a big bullet to dodge for Chase hopefuls. Sat, 27 Aug 2011 09:38:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128303/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128323/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss With both practice sessions for Saturday night's race at Bristol being held before qualifying, fantasy owners need to take note when analyzing the practice data. While the drivers guaranteed a starting spot spent time in race trim throughout the first practice and some even in Happy Hour, the go or go home drivers focused on qualifying trim. Fri, 26 Aug 2011 19:48:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128323/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128310/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss Resurfaced in 2007, Bristol Motor Speedway added new variable banking and remained one of the steepest tracks on the schedule. The added room allows cars to run one of several lines but has reduced the physical racing that has made the track so beloved. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 24 Aug 2011 18:50:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128310/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Irwin-Tools-Night-Race?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128290/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Michigan-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss In 14 starts at Michigan International Speedway, Carl Edwards has two wins (2007, 2008), nine Top Fives and 12 Top 10s with an Average Finish of 6.2. Where does he land in this week's rankings? Sat, 20 Aug 2011 19:46:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128290/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Michigan-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128289/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss That being said, it is worth noting that Matt Kenseth paced the opening session Friday. The two-time Michigan winner finished second at the track in June and has averaged a top-10 finish at MIS for the last decade. He was one of the favorites entering the weekend, and he only solidified his status by turning the best lap Friday. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 15:53:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128289/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128245/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss Heading to Michigan International Speedway for the second time this year, fantasy owners can expect pit strategy to be on full display once again. In June, Denny Hamlin opted for track position late and held off Matt Kenseth and his fresh tires to pick up the win. Sat, 20 Aug 2011 11:03:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128245/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128260/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss Michigan International Speedway is a long, wide track which allows the action to spread out. This produces long green flag runs and a lot of tough decisions to make in the late stages of the race. Several winners have received an assist from the leader running out of fuel in the closing moments. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 17 Aug 2011 15:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128260/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Pure-Michigan-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128232/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-The-Glen?source=campaign-rss Last season, Marcos Ambrose saw his first career Cup victory slip away when he stalled his car under caution while leading in the final laps at Infineon. This weekend’s race at Watkins Glen could be his golden opportunity to make amends for that mistake. Will Kyle Busch, a former Watkins Glen winner, get in his way? Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:59:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128232/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-The-Glen?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128205/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-the-Glen?source=campaign-rss The Chase picture that seems so clear heading into this weekend's race at Watkins Glen could change dramatically Sunday. A road course event gives drivers like Juan Pablo Montoya, Marcos Ambrose and Tony Stewart a chance to score their first win of the year. Suddenly, there could be some new contenders for the final wildcard spot. Sat, 13 Aug 2011 16:45:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128205/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-the-Glen?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128216/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-the-Glen?source=campaign-rss Watkins Glen International in the second and final road course track on the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series schedule. The first, Infineon Raceway, is a more technical track and requires more finesse to get around. The straightaways at The Glen allow for more speed and passing zones. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 10 Aug 2011 20:09:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128216/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-at-the-Glen?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128196/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500�?source=campaign-rss How did your favorite driver run in practice for the Good Sam RV Insurance 500 at Pocono? Sat, 06 Aug 2011 12:33:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128196/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500�?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128170/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500?source=campaign-rss As the Cup Series heads to Pocono this weekend, reality is setting in for several teams. The Chase for the Sprint Cup is less than two months away, and any driver hoping to make the playoffs needs to start making their move. From the drop off the green flag Sunday until the checkered flag waves at Richmond in September, any mistake could be the difference between making and missing the playoffs. Sat, 06 Aug 2011 15:17:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128170/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128178/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500?source=campaign-rss Pocono Raceway is one of the few independently owned tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule and hosts two events per season. Pocono's three distinct turns are all banked differently and inspired by other race tracks. Finding a setup that will play well in all three turns can be a quite a challenge. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 03 Aug 2011 18:06:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128178/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Good-Sam-RV-Insurance-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128156/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Brickyard-400-presented-by-BigMachineRecords.com?source=campaign-rss With its sweeping, tight corners and massive straightaways, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway is a track that demands a good handling car. Drivers that can't get back in the gas quick enough in the corners are going to struggle down the long straightaways. Any driver that isn't up to speed on those straightaways isn't going to be kissing the bricks this weekend. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 16:47:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128156/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Brickyard-400-presented-by-BigMachineRecords.com?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128154/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Brickyard-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Juan Pablo Montoya had back-to-back meltdowns at The Brickyard. Whatever the reason, be it mental mistakes or bad luck, this time around excuses will not cut it. JPM has zero margin for error. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 10:27:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128154/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Brickyard-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128131/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Brickyard-400-presented-by-Big-Machine-Records.com?source=campaign-rss There are a few races each season when drivers care more about getting to Victory Lane than having a good day in the points. This weekend's Brickyard 400 at the famed Indianapolis Motor Speedway is one of those races. Even with the Chase drawing every closer, winning at the 2.5-mile track and earning the opportunity to kiss the bricks will be the only thing on the minds of all 43 drivers when the green flag waves Sunday. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 17:01:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128131/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Brickyard-400-presented-by-Big-Machine-Records.com?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128155/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Indianapolis?source=campaign-rss In this Nationwide Series preview: There are no ringers on the entry list at Lucas Oil Raceway, meaning Carl Edwards and Brad Keselowski will dominate the rankings - as usual. After those two, Fantasy owners have some serious decisions to make. Sat, 30 Jul 2011 01:55:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128155/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Indianapolis?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128140/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Brickyard-400-presented-by-BigMachineRecords.com?source=campaign-rss Starting position is very important at Indianapolis Motor Speedway, but here is an early look at which drivers have promising fantasy NASCAR outlooks for this weekend. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 27 Jul 2011 16:04:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128140/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Brickyard-400-presented-by-BigMachineRecords.com?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128080/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss For the first time in several weeks, fantasy owners have the luxury of a traditional practice format before making their picks for Sunday's race at New Hampshire. Rain didn't wash out any sessions, and every driver was in race trim Saturday because both practices were held following qualifying. Sat, 16 Jul 2011 14:55:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128080/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128052/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss Coming off a trip to a fast, banked, 1.5-mile track in Kentucky Speedway, the Cup Series team will have to shift gears as the series heads to New Hampshire Motor Speedway this weekend. NHMS puts the handling of a car and the patience of a driver to the test each and every lap. Sat, 16 Jul 2011 12:24:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128052/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128077/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Loudon-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Jeff Gordon finished 10th at Kentucky, giving him three consecutive Top 10s. Can he make it four in a row in this weekend's Sprint Cup Series race? Find out now.... Fri, 15 Jul 2011 19:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128077/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Loudon-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128076/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--New-Hampshire?source=campaign-rss Kevin Harvick posted a second-place finish at Kentucky, his best of the season. Can he improve on it this weekend? Find out in this week's Picks or Points for the Nationwide Series Race. Fri, 15 Jul 2011 19:27:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128076/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--New-Hampshire?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128062/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss After an extended absence of flat track races, the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series will make the first of two stops this season at the Magic Mile known as New Hampshire Motor Speedway. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 13 Jul 2011 19:06:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128062/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Lenox-Industrial-Tools-301?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128042/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss Drivers and teams are already scrambling to find the right setup for the inaugural race at the 1.5-mile bumpy track, and one fewer practice session won’t help matters any. Unfortunately for fantasy owners, it looks like one practice is going to be all there is to go by when setting lineups for Saturday night’s race. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 18:45:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128042/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128023/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss Since qualifying was canceled, the starting lineup was set by top speeds from the lone practice session held Friday. The end result is a rather fantasy-friendly mixture of big names and sleepers starting inside the top 10. In fact, owners may want to lean toward starting a few more sleepers than usual. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 21:12:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128023/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128026/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-preview--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss After years of legal wrangling, Kentucky Speedway has finally landed on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. Even though there are no previous Cup races to extract data and trends from, fantasy owners have plenty of opportunities to get fully prepared for the inaugural race. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 06 Jul 2011 11:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128026/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-preview--Quaker-State-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128008/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss Mother Nature did her best to keep the Cup Series drivers off the track Thursday afternoon at Daytona, but in the end, the rain faded away long enough for one session to be run. The abbreviated, 45-minute practice featured the two-car drafting packs that have become the norm at restrictor-plate tracks in 2011. Drivers topped out just under 200 mph, and it appears Saturday night's race will be an awful lot like February’s season opener. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 11:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128008/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128005/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Daytona?source=campaign-rss In 11 starts at Daytona International Speedway, Tony Stewart has six wins, seven Top Fives, eight Top 10s and one pole with an Average Finish of 7.5. How does he rank against the other drivers for this weekend's Nationwide Series race? Fri, 01 Jul 2011 09:18:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/128005/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Daytona?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127985/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss The last time the Cup Series visited a restrictor-plate track, Hendrick Motorsports dominated from start to finish. All four HMS drivers qualified in the top four, and all four drivers finished in the top eight. The organization is off to a similar start this weekend, with all four drivers starting in the top eight spots and Mark Martin on the pole. Fri, 01 Jul 2011 11:32:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127985/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127997/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss The newly repaved track at Daytona International Speedway has led to big changes to the style of restrictor plate racing. The long packs of cars drafting in line are gone. The field will break into pairs of drivers working together to form a two-car aerodynamic advantage. In the past, the two-car breakaway has been successful but never for extended runs and in such high numbers like this. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 29 Jun 2011 19:33:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127997/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coke-Zero-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127973/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss Practice at Infineon Raceway is as much about determining fuel mileage as it is dialing in the handling of a car. The race is scheduled for 110 laps, and on a full tank of gas, some teams have been able to run 35 laps. A fast car is still important, but it won't end up in Victory Lane without the right calls on pit road. Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:41:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127973/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127943/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss A typical track on the Cup Series schedule consists of four turns and some variation of an oval shape. Drivers will get a serious break from the norm this weekend when the series heads to the Infineon Raceway in Sonoma. Sat, 25 Jun 2011 11:30:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127943/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127950/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss Located in California's wine country, Infineon Raceway is the first of only two road courses on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule. When compared to the other, Watkins Glen International, Infineon is the more technical of the two. Built on the hilly landscape at Sears Point, several blind turns are created by the changes in elevation. Pit strategy is huge, as there are a limited number of pit stops required to run the entire race. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 22 Jun 2011 13:41:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127950/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Toyota/Save-Mart-350?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127900/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400?source=campaign-rss Fantasy owners have to like seeing Red Bull Racing teammates Kasey Kahne and Brian Vickers starting inside the top 10, especially Vickers. Both drivers have won at the track, and Kahne finished second in last year’s June race, but Vickers makes an intriguing sleeper pick. He missed both races at MIS last year with a medical issue, but he won the August race in 2009 and has a five-race top-10 streak entering Sunday’s race. Sat, 18 Jun 2011 16:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127900/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127931/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400-?source=campaign-rss With 46 cars on vying for 43 spots in Sunday's Cup race at Michigan, the go or go home drivers were all focused on qualifying setups during practice Friday. As a result some unusual names appeared near the top of the charts. Fantasy owners should know the drill by now. The average speeds of the drivers not locked into the field can be ignored when trying to figure out which drivers to pick for your team this weekend. Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:39:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127931/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400-?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127930/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Michigan-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Carl Edwards recorded his worst finish of the season at Pocono (37th-place) last weekend, just his fourth finish outside the Top 10 this year. Will he turn it around this weekend? Find out in this week's Sprint Cup Series Picks or Points edition. Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:32:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127930/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Michigan-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127929/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Michigan?source=campaign-rss Brad Keselowski finished a miserable 30th at Chicagoland a couple weeks back, his third 30th-or-worse finish of 2011. So why is he ranked high for this weekend's race? Fri, 17 Jun 2011 19:27:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127929/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Michigan?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127908/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400?source=campaign-rss Michigan International Speedway is a long, wide track which allows the action to spread out. Several recent winners have received an assist from the leader running out of fuel in the closing moments. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 15 Jun 2011 14:10:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127908/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Heluva-Good!-Sour-Cream-Dips-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127861/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss Pocono often gets knocked for producing boring races, and it is true that passing is very difficult. The problem is that it's hard enough to get a car to handle comfortably running in clean air, let alone while making a pass. That being said, double-file restarts have spiced the action up in recent years, and pit strategy and fuel mileage always play a role. Sat, 11 Jun 2011 17:12:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127861/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127886/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss Starting the race at Pocono with an ill-handling car can be a death sentence. Any car that struggles in the turns won't be able carry momentum out of the corners, and those cars are going to get torched going down the track's long straightaways. Drivers won't get another chance to practice before the green flag Sunday, which means Friday's result should be a pretty good indicator of the front-runners. Fri, 10 Jun 2011 20:26:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127886/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127885/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Pocono-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss With a third-place finish at Kansas, Denny Hamlin is up to 11th in the Cup standings. Where does each driver fall in the Pocono rankings? Fri, 10 Jun 2011 12:57:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127885/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Pocono-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127870/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss Pocono Raceway is one of the few independently-owned tracks on the NASCAR Sprint Cup schedule and hosts two events per season. Known as the Tricky Triangle, Pocono's three distinct turns are all banked differently and inspired by other race tracks: the defunct Trenton Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway and The Milwaukee Mile. Finding a setup that will play well in all three turns can be a quite a challenge. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 08 Jun 2011 11:25:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127870/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--5-hour-Energy-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127829/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--STP-400?source=campaign-rss With several drivers that traditionally struggle at Kansas starting up front, the action could get heated early on in Sunday’s race. The 400 miles can go by quickly at a track like Kansas that has been known to see some long green flag runs. Drivers starting in the back can’t afford to be patient, but the drivers starting up front won’t be willing to give up track position without a fight. Sat, 04 Jun 2011 14:28:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127829/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127853/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Kansas-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Greg Biffle has just one Top 10 (Darlington) in his last four Cup starts, but was leading at Charlotte before a caution with four laps left killed any hopes of a Top Five. He is the top-ranked driver for this week's Picks and Points. Where do others land? Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:10:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127853/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Kansas-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127852/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Chicagoland?source=campaign-rss Joey Logano has finished 13th (Dover) and 11th (Charlotte) in his last two Series starts, tying a career-high Top 10-less streak. Where does he stack up against the competition for this week's Nationwide Series race? Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:01:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127852/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Chicagoland?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127849/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--STP-400?source=campaign-rss Entering Friday's practice sessions at Kansas Speedway, the top priority for every team was to figure out whether the track is going to handle like it has in fall races. With track temperatures expected to be a bit warmer than in past fall events, there is a good chance drivers are going to have to take a different approach than they are used to. Ultimately, the teams that were able to get the most out of the practices and make the appropriate adjustments are going to have a leg up when the race goes green Sunday. Fri, 03 Jun 2011 19:07:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127849/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127834/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--STP-400?source=campaign-rss Kansas Speedway will hold two Sprint Cup Series events per season starting this year. While the track is 1.5 miles in length, like many others on the circuit, Kansas features the least amount of corner banking. Those looking for the best comparison should turn to Chicagoland Speedway, which will open the Chase in mid-September. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 01 Jun 2011 12:54:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127834/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--STP-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127820/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss Before diving into the practice results for this weekend's Coca-Cola 600 at Charlotte Motor Speedway, fantasy owners need to remember that both sessions were held Saturday afternoon, while Sunday's race will end at night. In other words, the track conditions that produced the practice times aren't going to be the same conditions that ultimately produce a winner. While owners shouldn't dismiss the times, it is also a bad idea to write off drivers that traditionally perform well at Charlotte that ran poorly in practice. Sat, 28 May 2011 18:16:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127820/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127798/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss This weekend at Charlotte Motor Speedway, drivers will get their one shot of the year to add a Coca-Cola 600 victory to their resume. It is the longest race of the season, making it a test of endurance and patience as much as speed. Sat, 28 May 2011 18:12:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127798/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127804/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss Considered one of the "majors" in NASCAR, the Coca-Cola 600 is the longest Sprint Cup Series race on the schedule. With the longer format, endurance is key for the drivers behind the wheel and the equipment in which they are piloting. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 25 May 2011 16:14:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127804/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Coca-Cola-600?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127754/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss Jimmie Johnson and A.J. Allmendinger ran well in practice. Find out how their performances translate to your fantasy NASCAR lineup. Sat, 14 May 2011 10:40:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127754/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127729/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss With the series heading to Dover International Speedway this weekend, payback could be coming sooner rather than later for some drivers. The 1.0-mile concrete oval is known for side-by-side racing, and if drivers don't give one another room exiting the corners, things can get ugly in a hurry. Fantasy owners better gear up for another rough one this weekend. Sat, 14 May 2011 14:32:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127729/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127751/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Dover-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Jimmie Johnson hasn't led a lap in two races and finished outside the Top 15 for the first time since March a week ago. Can he turn it around in this week's Sprint Cup Series race at Dover? Fri, 13 May 2011 18:58:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127751/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Dover-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127750/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Dover?source=campaign-rss Kyle Busch has five wins already in 2011. He had three at this point during his 2010 record-breaking season. Where does each driver line up for this week's Nationwide Series race? Fri, 13 May 2011 18:47:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127750/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Dover?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127738/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss With high-banked concrete racing surface with wide corners and narrow straightaways, Dover International Speedway has earned its nickname, The Monster Mile. It is considered by drivers to be among the most difficult tracks to race on; finding a setup that will allow the car to handle well in multiple grooves, not just at the bottom, is a challenge. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 11 May 2011 18:53:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127738/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--FedEx-400-benefiting-Autism-Speaks?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127716/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss Known as the “Lady in Black” by many in the NASCAR community, Darlington Raceway has been causing headaches for drivers since the early days of the sport. However, Mother Nature showed Friday that even the “Lady” can be conquered. Rain washed out half of the opening practice session at the track and all of Happy Hour. As a result, fantasy owners won't have a lot of data to go on when making their lineup selections this weekend. Sat, 07 May 2011 11:01:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127716/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127692/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss Tempers were flaring last Saturday night at Richmond. Ryan Newman and Juan Pablo Montoya were ready to exchange blows, Jeff Gordon had an on-air tirade, and drivers were beating and banging like it was the last lap from the drop of the green flag. At a time when drivers could use a break, the schedule provides them with anything but. Instead, the series heads to Darlington Raceway, a track notorious for tight racing conditions. Sat, 07 May 2011 10:40:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127692/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127702/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss The "Lady in Black" is known to leave marks along the sides of the numerous cars that brush against its walls, outfitted with trademark red and white stripes. Unlike other sites, tackling Darlington requires the drivers to race the track while giving and taking with those around them. It is indeed "The Track Too Tough to Tame." contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 04 May 2011 17:10:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127702/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Showtime-Southern-500?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127678/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Crown-Royal-Presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss It's a Saturday night this weekend at Richmond, and that race means that all pre-race activities for the Cup Series teams were held Friday afternoon and evening. As with any race when both practice sessions are held prior to qualifying, fantasy owners need to be cautious when examining the practice sheets. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 07:21:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127678/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Crown-Royal-Presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127659/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Crown-Royal-presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss After taking a week off, the Cup Series gets back to business this weekend at Richmond International Raceway. The 0.75-mile short track has been nicknamed "The Action Track" by drivers, and Saturday night, under the lights, just about anything can happen. Fri, 29 Apr 2011 22:54:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127659/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Crown-Royal-presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127667/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Crown-Royal-presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss Among the most popular venues with both drivers and fans, Richmond International Raceway, is a short, flat track with tight quarters that can lead to aggressive driving. The track allows for side-by-side racing and numerous passing opportunities. Like most flat tracks, brakes are among the most important pieces of equipment to monitor at Richmond. contributor@kffl.com (Eric McClung) Wed, 27 Apr 2011 18:35:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127667/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-race-preview--Crown-Royal-presents-the-Matthew-and-Daniel-Hansen-400?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127638/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Nashville?source=campaign-rss Aside from 29th and 17th-place finishes at restrictor plate tracks, Carl Edwards has an Average Finish of 5.6 with three poles in 2011. How does he match up against other drivers for this week's Nationwide Series race? Fri, 22 Apr 2011 17:06:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127638/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-Nationwide-Series--Nashville?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127572/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss Many fantasy owners probably want to forget the season opener at Daytona, and the nightmare could return this weekend when the Cup Series visits Talladega Superspeedway. NASCAR has decided to use the same restrictor plate and spoiler height that was used in the opener, which could mean another long afternoon for fantasy owners. Sat, 16 Apr 2011 18:14:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127572/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-rankings--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127601/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss Much like the season opener at Daytona, practice sessions at Talladega Superspeedway take on a different purpose. The only concern for drivers and teams is staying out of trouble and getting the car comfortable. Topping the charts is nice, but any car that is able to handle well in the draft is capable of winning at Talladega. As a result, the practice results are sorted by top speeds this week, and even then, fantasy owners shouldn't base their picks solely on the practice speeds. Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:44:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127601/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR-practice-recap--Aaron's-499?source=campaign-rss http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127600/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Talladega-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss Denny Hamlin is buried in the Cup standings (20th). Just one Top 10 through seven events will do that to a driver. Will he begin to dig himself out in this weekend's Sprint Cup Series race? Fri, 15 Apr 2011 21:19:00 -0500 http://www.kffl.com/a.php/127600/fantasy-nascar/Fantasy-NASCAR--Talladega-Picks-and-Points?source=campaign-rss