NASCAR’s Silly Season Shifts: Contracts, Transfers, and Uncertain Futures
From Alex Bowman's uncertain future at Hendrick Motorsports to Connor Zilisch's potential early move, the 2027 driver market is already reshaping the sport.
Jun 3, 2026
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Denny Hamlin Eyes Victory at Michigan as Betting Odds Favor Veteran
With two point victories this season and a 2025 Michigan triumph, Denny Hamlin tops the odds board for the upcoming Cup Series race at Michigan International Speedway, while Christopher Bell emerges as a rising threat.
Jun 3, 2026
Kyle Busch, NASCAR Icon, Dies at 41 After Pneumonia Complications
Kyle Busch, a two‑time NASCAR champion, passed away on May 21 after battling bacterial pneumonia. His last race win and the outpouring of tributes highlight a career that spanned 234 victories.
Jun 3, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Michigan International Speedway for a Historic Doubleheader
The NASCAR Cup Series and Craftsman Truck Series will race at Michigan International Speedway on June 6 and 7, featuring 37 Cup drivers, 36 Truck entries, and a full slate of broadcast options.
Jun 3, 2026
Hamlin Takes Late‑Lap Victory at Nashville Superspeedway
Denny Hamlin wins the May 2026 NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville, overtaking Bell and Briscoe on the final lap to claim his second victory of the season.
Jun 2, 2026
FireKeepers Casino 400: A 37‑Car Showdown
The upcoming FireKeepers Casino 400 at Michigan International Speedway will feature a full 37‑driver field, highlighted by Austin Hill’s debut in the No. 33 Richard Childress Racing entry and his commitment to compete in both the Cup and O’Reilly Series.
Jun 2, 2026
Denny Hamlin Takes Nashville Superspeedway Win in Midnight Finish
NASCAR’s rain‑delayed event at Nashville Superspeedway concluded after midnight, with Hamlin overcoming an early penalty to out‑maneuver Bell and Briscoe in a three‑wide finish.
Jun 2, 2026
Hamlin Wins Cracker Barrel 400 in Thrilling Late‑Race Battle at Nashville
Denny Hamlin captured his 62nd NASCAR Cup Series win at Nashville Superspeedway, edging out Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe in a dramatic finish.
Jun 1, 2026
Rain Delays the Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway
A sudden downpour halted the Cracker Barrel 400 for an hour, allowing AJ Allmendinger and Daniel Suarez to claim the opening stages before Denny Hamlin surged to victory in a race that featured a deep field of top drivers.
Jun 1, 2026
Rain‑Delayed Cracker Barrel 400 Sees Hamlin Take Victory at Nashville
The NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway was halted by rain but completed all 300 laps, with Denny Hamlin emerging as the winner.
Jun 1, 2026
Rain‑Soaked Cracker Barrel 400 Delivers Thrilling Finish at Nashville Superspeedway
Rain pushed back the start of the Cracker Barrel 400, but Denny Hamlin emerged victorious as Christopher Bell and Chase Briscoe completed the top three.
Jun 1, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole as Rain Forces Unusual Lineup at Nashville Superspeedway
A storm‑induced cancellation led NASCAR to use a metric‑based ranking, placing Denny Hamlin on pole and sending several top drivers to the back of the field.
Jun 1, 2026
Allgaier Secures Fourth O’Reilly Series Win at Nashville
Justin Allgaier claimed his fourth victory of the 2026 NASCAR O'Reilly Series at Nashville Superspeedway, overtaking Brent Crews in the final stages to boost his championship lead.
Jun 1, 2026
NASCAR Mourns Kyle Busch as Team Faces Uncertain Future
The NASCAR community grapples with the sudden loss of two‑time Cup Series champion Kyle Busch, a 41‑year‑old driver whose death from pneumonia‑related sepsis has sparked comparisons to Dale Earnhardt’s 2001 passing. Austin Hill now drives the renumbered No. 33 car, while teammate Austin Dillon expresses confidence in his abilities and the team considers youngster Jesse Love for the future.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR Practice Speed Rankings Unveil Lap‑by‑Lap Leaders at Nashville
Ty Gibbs, Ross Chastain, Tyler Reddick, Christopher Bell and Chase Elliott each topped the respective lap‑segment averages, setting the pace ahead of the upcoming race.
May 31, 2026
Denny Hamlin Secures Pole as Rain Throws Curveball at Nashville Superspeedway
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the May 31 NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, while rain forced a rule‑book start and a 300‑lap event will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
May 31, 2026
Denny Hamlin claims pole as rain reshapes Nashville Superspeedway grid
Rain washed out traditional qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, prompting NASCAR to use its 2025 metric that placed Denny Hamlin on pole alongside Tyler Reddick, with live coverage slated for Amazon Prime Video.
May 31, 2026
Austin Dillon on the Team’s Support for Kyle Busch and the Future of the No. 33 Chevrolet
Austin Dillon revealed that Richard Childress and Mike Dillon spent time at the hospital with Kyle Busch, keeping the Richard Childress Racing team informed while the organization grapples with the loss and ponders who will drive the iconic No. 33 Chevrolet.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR Returns to Nashville for Cracker Barrel 400 After Kyle Busch’s Death
The Cracker Barrel 400 will take place on Sunday, May 31 at Nashville Superspeedway, featuring tributes to Kyle Busch, a pole‑position start by Denny Hamlin, and a unique streaming arrangement on Amazon Prime Video and HBO Max.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400 Returns to Nashville Superspeedway
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 will light up the 1.33‑mile oval on May 31, featuring a rain‑affected qualifying session, a full slate of drivers and a multi‑platform broadcast.
May 31, 2026
Rain Cancels NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
Saturday's single‑lap qualifying was washed out, leaving the starting lineup for Sunday's race set by the series' two‑variable metric, with Hamlin taking the pole.
May 31, 2026
Allgaier Takes Nashville Superspeedway Victory in O’Reilly Auto Parts 250
Saturday night’s O’Reilly Auto Parts 250 at Nashville Superspeedway saw Justin Allgaier claim victory over Brent Crews, with Stage 1 winner Jesse Love and Stage 2 winner Corey Day shaping the early battle.
May 31, 2026
Allgaier Clinches Nashville Superspeedway Victory in O’Reilly Auto Parts Series
Justin Allgaier emerged victorious at Nashville Superspeedway on May 30, 2026, outpacing Brent Crews in a dramatic final stretch that underscored his dominance at the historic venue.
May 31, 2026
Justin Allgaier Takes Nashville Superspeedway Victory in Late‑Race Battle
On May 30, 2026, Justin Allgaier won the Sports Illustrated Resorts 250 NASCAR O'Reilly Auto Parts Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, edging out Brent Crews in a dramatic final stretch.
May 31, 2026