The Toyota/Save Mart 350, a staple of the NASCAR Cup Series, will take place on June 28 at Sonoma Raceway, a 1.99‑mile, 10‑turn road course that draws fans from across the United States. The race will be televised live at 12:30 p.m. on TNT Sports, offering viewers a chance to see top NASCAR drivers tackle the challenging layout that has become a fan favorite on the circuit.
A Legendary Legacy
Dusty Baker, a Hall of Fame‑caliber manager whose career spans decades in Major League Baseball, is best known for guiding the San Francisco Giants from 1993 to 2002 and later steering the Houston Astros to a World Series championship in 2022. His achievements include three National League Manager of the Year awards and a World Series title as a manager.
In his new role, Baker will step onto the track to deliver the time‑honored phrase ‘Drivers, start your engines!’ that officially opens the race, a moment that fans associate with the start of high‑octane competition.
Adding to the ceremony, former Giants pitcher Matt Cain has been named an Honorary Race Official, bringing a local legend’s presence to the event and tying the celebration to the region’s rich sports heritage.
With Baker’s storied pedigree and Cain’s Bay Area roots, the upcoming Toyota/Save Mart 350 promises a blend of baseball heritage and motorsport excitement that will resonate with spectators both on site and at home.