Sam and Kurt have gotten NASCAR's approval to swap owner points from the 2007 season meaning Hornish is locked into the first five races and unless the Champion's Provisional is eliminated Busch is in too.
That being said, should Dale Jarrett just retire?
2007-12-16 10:01:56 · 18 answers · asked by mAD~mOD 5 in Sports ➔ Auto Racing ➔ NASCAR
I'm definitely blaming NASCAR for allowing this rule to exist. However; if I were Penske I'd have a hard time running my business this way. Just because it's LEGAL, does not mean that it's ethical or moral. I know it's a business, but moves like this are bad for the overall credibility of the sport.
Using this move is like the cheap "time out" rule that NFL coaches are using right before a field goal kicker kicks a 50 yard field goal. Just because you CAN do something doesn't mean that you SHOULD do something. Rules that allow this sort of behavior cause fans to change the channel to something else.
As far as Dale Jarrett is concerned, I'd love to see him in the announcer booth rather than on the track. As great as he was, I believe his time in a Cup car has passed. He would make a great addition to ANY NASCAR broadcast team, and would be greatly appreciated by the fans as well.
2007-12-17 06:21:59 · answer #1 · answered by Bizz 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It really isn't any different than the Wood Brothers using Bill Elliott and Michael Waltrip using Dale Jarrett for the first several races. They are all owners trying to cheat the system and get their car in the field. In a way, things like this are a good thing because it shows how strong and competitive the sport is right now. However, it is cheating the system. The fact that NASCAR allows this (and goes as far as granting permission to do this when asked) is completely wrong. The competition may be great, however, the fan base is dwindling and this is part of the reason why. I do not think there should be 35 cars locked into every race. But, neither do I believe the point leader should ever possibly be sent home. They need to lower the number to 20 cars locked in. This protects those running for the championship.
Oh, I also believe Michael Waltrip is right when he says the star cars should all qualify at the same time. That is much more fair!
2007-12-16 11:18:22 · answer #2 · answered by jaynarie 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Im a Kurt Busch fan and I think what Roger Penske is going to do is wrong. Kurt wont need to take a provisional unless he loses a motor or something during qualifying. The article racefanvote posted hit the nail right on the head, It does take away the integrity of the rule. Nascar has told them that its legal so I guess we will wait and see. As far as Dale Jarrett goes, let him do his obligation to his sponsors and then let him go to the booth and announce. I hope ESPN is smart enough to hire him and replace Rusty. He is terrible. I was a big fan of his when he drove but dang he sucks at commentating.
2007-12-16 13:50:19 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Kurt Busch will probably make the races by virtue of his qualifying speed and won't need his past champion provisionals. Dale Jarrett is the next most recent past champion outside the top 35, so he can use his past champion provisional, if Kurt Busch qualifies on speed.
It, therefore, behoves Michael Waltrip Racing to have Jarrett in the car, rather than Reutimann, because Jarrett will most likely have the opportunity to use his past champion provisionals to gaurantee the #44 a spot in the race.
That said, I personally feel like Jarrett should just retire, because his heart isn't in it anymore. It's hard to watch him get his tail kicked every week, and he really doesn't seem to care.
2007-12-16 10:29:55 · answer #4 · answered by Monkey Brains 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I'm sure Kurt Busch will not even use his past champion provisions, he knows how to qualify. I hope this works out for Sam, he needs seat time if he is going to get the hang of driving these cars.. Dale Jarrett is going to retire, he'll probably use some of his past champion provisional before he retires in Charlotte, I sure hope he takes Rusty Wallace's place in the booth.
2007-12-16 13:34:57 · answer #5 · answered by Go Team Penske 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
No, Jarrett should not retire until HE is ready. NASCAR is killing NASCAR. They are trying to expand their fan base and I guess they think Hornish will bring a lot of Indy fan to NASCAR but they are driving away a lot of NASCAR fans. If Hornish is such a great driver, let him do like Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty and all the other drivers did, EARN IT!
2007-12-16 16:48:09 · answer #6 · answered by Cotton 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
DEI used this method to get Menard into the Top 35.
Kyle Petty debated on the topic to swap with Bobby, if he fell out of the Top 35.
Michael Waltrip bought owners points to get into the Top 35 in 06.
I doubt Kurt will have to use the provisional to get into the race.
2007-12-16 13:01:52 · answer #7 · answered by Charles 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A good article by Dave Moody (Sirius Speedway Host & MRN Radio Turn Announcer) on the subject:
http://motorsports-soapbox.blogspot.com/2007/11/penske-points-swap-legal-but-wrong.html
Kurt Busch probably will not need the provisional.
Dale Jarrett probably has sponsor obligations to run the races that he is scheduled to run.
2007-12-16 10:45:03 · answer #8 · answered by racefanvote 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I do not think any point of any kind should be transfered! Why should Dale have to retire. He has earned his right to be where he is. He announces and races and there are a lot of racers that do so part time if everyone is happy there is no problem. And if UPS is happy with him then that is that! Everyone wins. I would like to see some other announcers with him. I think most of the ones not with with FOX are a joke.
2007-12-16 11:33:24 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
No Jarrett should go ahead and keep his Commitments through the 1st 6 races then Take Rusty Wallaces Place in the Announcers Booth!!!!
2007-12-16 11:29:59 · answer #10 · answered by Ed P 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋