2008 NASCAR Season Review

Congratulations to Jimmie Johnson in his 3rd consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup Championship. He has made history being on the second to achieve this in NASCAR. Cale Yarborough is other driver who has accomplished this feat. Whether you like the #48 team or not, you have to recognize that these guys know what they are doing. Unfortunately for Dale Jr, his final race was representative of most of his season. He ran well all day starting back in 22nd spot, and racing around the Top 10 all day. Then near the end something broke on his car, and he had to park it. This just shows that there are still some fine tune issues that go along with be consistent every week. Junior had a good run this year, even though he won't be going to New York based on points. Junior's cars were very good this year, with only 2 DNFs, and usually you could find him in the Top 10 or Top 5. There were many laps lead this year, and even a win at Michigan. I think this was a good transition year, and with a little more luck, next year ought to be even better. Childress Racing is definitely coming to around. I like Kevin Harvick and Jeff Burton, they are definitely in my Top 5 if not #2 and #3 drivers. I think Tony Stewart will make the chase next year, and Ryan Newman is a wildcard, and capable of winning if given very good equipment. I think Joey Lagano is overrated, and Brad Keselowski(sp?) will be the one to watch for Rookie of the Year. Maybe Scott Speed will show some performance too. I think all teams improved in the end, and next year will be exciting to watch! Can't wait till Daytona 2009!!! Let's go racing boys!