With the Daytona 500 10 hours away, I felt it was time to make my predictions for the 2009 season. Finally, something to write about!
Biggest improver: How about Kasey Kahne (9). We know he's good, but last year was dismal for him. Also, look for Mark Martin (5) to be good, now that he's with Hendrick. Also Brian Vickers (83) looks strong. Don't forget about McMurray(26) carrying tons of momentum. He's led laps in the shootout, and in the gatorade duel.
Biggest disappointment: I dont' think Clint Bowyer (33) or David Ragan (6) will be good this year. And look for one Hendrick team to struggle, though I can't decide who its going to be. Maybe Jeff Gordon (24). Also, one Gibbs team will struggle as well. Possibly Logano (20).
Making the Chase: Its tough to narrow it down to 12, but here goes. In no particular order: Jimmy Johnson (48), Carl Edwards (99), Kevin Harvick (29), Greg Biffle (16), Denny Hamlin (11), Jeff Gordon (24), Jeff Burton (31), Kasey Kahne (9), Kyle Busch (18), Earnheardt Jr (88), Jamie McMurray (26), and Tony Stewart (14). Sorry, Kenseth fans.
The winner: Give it Roush. Probably Carl Edwards (99).
Plug: McMurray has won at Daytona before (Pepsi 400 in 2007), and even came from a lap down to do it. The Daytona 500 has been bad luck to him in the past, but usually when running mid-pack. He'll start 21st, but he'll be in the top 10 before lap 20. If he can stay up front, there should be nothing to worry about. (Its the Talladega races where the front of the pack isn't safe.) McMurray now has Donnie Wingo as a crew chief, and together they have a reputation for top 10 consistency. Here's hoping it translates into a successful season.
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