
NASCAR’s 2028 Driver Shuffle: Zilisch, Day, and the Spire Prospect
Speculation about the 2028 NASCAR driver market intensifies as Connor Zilisch eyes Alex Bowman’s seat and Corey Day considers a move to Spire Motorsports, a team linked to Hendrick.
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Connor Zilisch across Nascar.

Speculation about the 2028 NASCAR driver market intensifies as Connor Zilisch eyes Alex Bowman’s seat and Corey Day considers a move to Spire Motorsports, a team linked to Hendrick.

NASCAR confirms a full 36‑driver field for the 2026 Iowa Corn 350, with Austin Hill replacing Kyle Busch in the No. 33 car.

NASCAR’s latest aerodynamic tweaks for Daytona have split the driver field, with Connor Zilisch and Todd Gilliland urging a return to tandem racing and a redesign that reduces drag and improves mid‑race communication.

The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series is winding down, with just four events left on the schedule, the next of which is the Iowa Corn 350. Nine drivers are on the brink of elimination, and the points system and broadcast details are set to influence the final stretch.

Connor Zilisch argues that longer practice periods are essential for rookie drivers and developing teams to gather data, refine setups and compete more effectively in the Cup Series.
With fourteen weeks of racing left, rookie Connor Zilisch faces a historic slump at Trackhouse Racing, while four drivers have already secured Chase spots and Joey Logano's recent surge reshapes the title picture.

The 2026 season will see the Cup Series contest the Iowa Corn 350 in August and the O’Reilly Auto Parts Series host the Pennzoil 250 in July, both featuring full fields and updated betting odds.

Kyle Larson says he plans to reach his 40th birthday before making a final call on retirement, a decision shaped by his children’s needs and the evolving landscape of his team.

Despite winning ten races in the 2025 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series, Connor Zilisch finds himself near the bottom of the Cup Series standings, with playoff hopes already mathematically gone.
Corey Day has confirmed he will not chase a Cup Series ride at Hendrick Motorsports, instead dedicating his efforts to defending the 2026 O'Reilly Auto Parts Series title.

Connor Zilisch, the 20‑year‑old NASCAR Cup Series rookie, is being linked to a potential move to Hendrick Motorsports in 2028, but Trackhouse Racing’s plans remain uncertain amid contract talks with Ross Chastain and Shane van Gisbergen.

Denny Hamlin leads the championship after the Indianapolis race, with the top 16 drivers locked into the playoffs and the battle for the final spots intensifying.

Alex Bowman’s planned retirement after the 2027 Cup season has sparked a debate over who will replace him, with Ross Chastain’s overlooked credentials emerging as a compelling alternative to high‑risk prospects.

Corey Heim captured the Brickyard 400, Carson Hocevar earned his first Cup victory, Ty Gibbs climbs the standings, and Connor Zilisch eyes a 2028 seat at Hendrick Motorsports.

Justin Marks discusses the potential for Max Verstappen to join NASCAR through Trackhouse Racing's Project 91 program, which has featured notable drivers like Kimi Raikkonen and Shane van Gisbergen. Marks acknowledges challenges but does not rule out Verstappen's future involvement, citing his interest in various racing types. The program's upcoming races remain uncertain, with Kevin Magnussen's San Diego race possibly being the only one in 2026.

Justin Marks confirms Connor Zilisch’s contract through 2027 while urging improvement, as Dale Earnhardt Jr. ponders the driver’s future and the team’s direction.

After announcing his retirement at the end of the 2027 season, Alex Bowman leaves a void in the No. 48 car that Hendrick Motorsports is eager to fill with a driver who aligns with its culture.

Hendrick Motorsports is evaluating options to replace Alex Bowman in the No. 48 car for 2028, focusing on emerging drivers like Connor Zilisch and Corey Day while navigating expiring contracts across the organization.

Connor Zilisch is poised to join Hendrick Motorsports, while Corey Day faces an uncertain path, potentially landing at Spire Motorsports, reshaping Trackhouse Racing’s roster.

Rain forced a three‑hour pause, but Blaney’s dominance across all stages and a close overtime finish secured the victory.

Corey Heim's two Cup victories, part‑time schedule and upcoming full‑time debut illustrate a calculated rise backed by 23XI Racing's leadership.

Alex Bowman will end his full‑time NASCAR career after the 2027 season, opening the door for a new driver to steer the storied No. 48 Chevrolet in 2028. Team officials are weighing a quartet of talent, including veteran Ross Chastain, rookie Corey Day and development prospect Connor Zilisch.
Corey Heim's hard‑won victory at Indianapolis sparked debate over the difficulty of passing, while veteran insights and future roster shifts underscore a shifting era for the sport.
The upcoming race will feature a who’s‑who of NASCAR’s top talent, from Ross Chastain to Michael McDowell.