The good news is that the Iowa race is a stand-alone weekend for the Nationwide Series racers. Away from the hustle and bustle of Charlotte, the series regulars are ready to race on broadcast TV to a much larger crowd than normal. The bad news is that All-Star race winner Carl Edwards boarded his plane and flew to Iowa for today's race.
Marty Reid is off this weekend as he preps for the Indy 500 telecast on ABC next week. Allen Bestwick is filling-in and will be joined by Dale Jarrett and Andy Petree. This trio often presents a much more cohesive on-air presence than with Reid in the mix. Bestwick's knowledge of the sport is the difference.
Nicole Briscoe is not happy about being away from her IndyCar husband Ryan, but she is in Iowa and will host the NASCAR Countdown show from the Infield Pit Studio. Rusty Wallace has other duties this weekend, as he is the designer and partial owner of the Iowa facility. Jarrett and Brad Daugherty will join Briscoe on the pre-race show.
One story of this race is the fact that Kenny Wallace is making his 500th NASCAR start. Wallace is one of the series regulars who is rarely heard from once the green flag drops. This series is the playground of the Sprint Cup Series drivers who bring superior funding, equipment and experience.
This should also be an opportunity for ESPN's production team to respond to Bestwick's presence and present the race with a broader perspective. There are some diverse stories to tell, even if Edwards and friends are running away with the race.
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Well, it's a rough week for teams and camerapeople alike.
ReplyDeleteHoping the tight shots et al from the All-Star race get canned.
We'll see. I haven't had one good reason to throw rocks at Speed yet when it comes to coverage...when it's bad, it's still good...so..I dunno.
Hope they go back to the usual stuff for NW. All-Star was hokey and resplendent with Fox style coverage, and it sucked.
Just my thoughts, don't shoot me.
Happy Race Day Planeteers <3
ReplyDeleteVery proud of Herman! Happy 500th race! He's a great man :)
Did I just miss it or did ABC/ESPN make absolutely no attempt at any practice or qualifying coverage of this race?
ReplyDeleteS&P Parade to the Garage:
ReplyDelete0 Tim Schendel
40 Charles Lewandoski
41 Carl Long
46 Tim Andrews
49 Brad Teague
55 Brett Rowe
68 Chase Miller
74 Mike Harmon
75 Johnny Chapman
Buschseries61 said...
ReplyDeleteS&P Parade to the Garage:
So, Cope, Cope & Cope are running the distance?
Intersting that this race is on ABC. I was kinda shocked.
ReplyDeleteIn light of the S&P count, it makes me wonder. Which do you prefer --
ReplyDeleteThose nine positions in the field being filled by teams that don't intend to race or by Sprint Cup regulars?
No Marty? No Rusty? WOOOOOOO!!!!!!! No MRN for me today. Should be fun.
ReplyDeleteWell this will be a first. Following race on TDP live.
ReplyDeleteDon't get network channels on sat dish when out of home area. So, hooked up to campground cable and they don't have local channels. Never upgraded regular antenna.
So will just follow along here.
Probably won't miss much if ESPN/ABC up to old tricks.
They're expecting severe weather in that area this afternoon. That may be a side story.
ReplyDeleteThey're on the big boy network. Of course doesn't hurt that it gives them to promote the big 500 broadcast one week from today!
Washing dishes and waiting for the pre-race and listening out of one ear to "Baseball Tonight" on ESPN talking about the Cubs. What struck me is in all they were saying is that you could substitute the word "Junior" for "Cubs" and "Junior Fans" for "Cubs Fans" in nearly every case and it would work.
ReplyDeleteI hope Herm does well today.
From the National Weather Service:
ReplyDeleteTHIS HAZARDOUS WEATHER OUTLOOK IS FOR PORTIONS OF CENTRAL IOWA
MAINLY EAST OF A WATERLOO TO NEWTON TO CENTERVILLE LINE.
.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT
THUNDERSTORMS ARE EXPECTED TO DEVELOP THIS AFTERNOON. THESE STORMS
ARE EXPECTED TO BECOME SEVERE WITH GOLF BALL SIZE HAIL...DAMAGING
WINDS AND TORNADOES POSSIBLE.
MikeC: Radar forecasts are calling we should be fine due to a near miss of Newton.
ReplyDeleteA season of opportunity? Well, in a way I guess.
ReplyDeleteThis track needs a cup race!
ReplyDeleteDJ neglected to mention that Austin Dillon is helped by having a great team to drive for. It's Harvick's car.
ReplyDeleteShhhhh.....
ReplyDeleteCan anyone help a girl out. How about a radio station broadcasting race. I've tried MRN affiliates and my Tune-In app on iphone. Not having any luck.
ReplyDeleteThanks.
Ps..JD...I'm a JR fan but really don't fit the 3 descriptions. Yes, I was interested when he was in the Busch series because of his Dad. But if he had been a jerk (and it was close at times :-))I wouldn't be following him today. Just seems pretty real and low key to me even with his money. Plus, even though I wish he would cool it with the 4 letter words, listening to his scanner is great entertainment. Also, I am a pretty loyal person and don't switch just because my guy isn't doing well. I also root for others:-)
Wow....Perky Jerky has a banner ad at the top of the MRN website.
ReplyDeleteHerman is the in-race reporter? He might talk during green flags.
ReplyDelete500th start for Kenny, hope we get an interview with him.
ReplyDeleteDi, I kinda do think you fit one group!
Is there a scanner for the race today?
ReplyDelete@Diane Try WYSH out of Knoxville TN, or WTDR out of Talladega. I noticed since the last update TuneIn doesnt show many stations broadcasting the races, even though there are. Could try typing in the name of the race. Sometimes more stations will pop up.
ReplyDeleteNo scanners at this stand-alone race, that service returns next week in Charlotte.
ReplyDeleteDidn't Michael McDowell already have a big chance and make a habit of being unable to qualify?
ReplyDeleteNo scanner, bummer. I always listen to Kenny Wallace and here on his 500 start I don't get to hear him.
ReplyDeleteThe lineup at the bottom showed Danica Patrick starting?? Shouldn't she be at Indy? Or was it an error?
ReplyDeleteCathy
Good pre race show so far
ReplyDeleteYep, Nicole has been good in this role. I just hope the weather does not turn bad. That is a lot of people sitting outside.
ReplyDeleteError.
ReplyDelete@oldnewenglander
ReplyDeleteOf course Herm will talk during green flags! Heck, give him half a chance he'd call the race from the car! That is why they have mute buttons in the truck! :)
Is it me or is Big Brad more subdewed without Rusty in the pit studio?
ReplyDeleteBTW, fantastic job by Ryan McGee on the Nascar now classic track tour last week.
I think Kenny knows he might be wrapping it up in the car pretty soon.
ReplyDeleteTalks about moving back to MO and settling down all the time.
ya know....I like Austin Dillon, I think he has a great future and has proven himself. But I don't even think *he* would say he did it 'the hard way'. I mean, really....compared to what?
ReplyDeletehey, there's a tornado watch up...did they mention that?
Great observation. The #2 guy has to follow the #1 guy's lead on TV.
ReplyDeleteWhen Rusty is there, it's all about volume, excitement and hype.
DJ is a thinker and is low-key. I think Brad is more effective with DJ.
Glen, they sure did. The wind is howling. Hope it stays green and goes fast.
ReplyDeleteRoland...THANK YOU!!! I love TDP and the Planeteers. Always so helpful. And just in time...enjoy the race all.
ReplyDeletePs..we are towing a trailer so motorhome bound. Hotter than Hades and humid outside...especially for this California girl :-). Looking forward to listening to race and following TDP.
They were talking about Austin Dillon's progression from ARCA to Trucks to Nationwide. Big Brad said that Dillon did it "the hard way". He's got to be kidding. He's had the best chassis, motors, mechanics, crew chiefs, pit crews and budgets. I'll bet there tons of drivers in those three Race Series that would kill to have to deal with his 'adversity'.
ReplyDeleteAllen in the booth always #winning that.is.all <3
ReplyDeleteIowa Speedway is on the very western edge of the Watch area. Where I'm located, in western Illinois, we're in the same Tornado Watch (#323). I'm on the very eastern edge of it. It's in effect until 9p.m. Central
ReplyDeleteYeah Patrick, both Cope sisters ran nearly 40 laps each in practice. Derrike Cope's normal car the #28 has sponsorship, so Setzer is racing too.
ReplyDeleteCobb, Harr & Shepherd may not make it past halfway based off their records.
Can definitely hear the wind blowing in the backstretch announcers's mic on MRN.
ReplyDeleteLook at those grandstands! Who said Cup drivers were necessary?
ReplyDeleteLoved the starting command with that little kid.
ReplyDeleteAm I right there are 3 women in the race today? 2 Copes and JenJo?
ReplyDeleteAlso, Front Row Joe got no credit for making the commute -- though he did get a head start over Carl and Brad.
The Cope twins! God love dental assistants.
ReplyDeleteThe only problem with Nicole hosting the prerace is it means there is a chance Bestwick will be in the booth.
ReplyDeleteThe coverage so far has actually been pretty good other than the PxP.
I probably haven't been paying attention. Where's Dr. Jerry Punch been for the past month (or has it been even longer than that)?
ReplyDeletewhat a pleasure it is to hear Allen, Dale & Andy.
ReplyDeleteDo those Cope girls really not realize how trashy they look? Geez...
The sound of the cars is overpowering the booth. I can barely hear Allen, Andy and Dale.
ReplyDeleteThe whole booth sounds a lot more fluid and energized with Bestwick leading the way. Sounds like they're having fun calling the action.
ReplyDeleteCRZ,
ReplyDeleteAll the ESPN guys go on vacation during the NNS season because they can't from July to November.
Just regular rotation of time off.
We don't need those stinkin' cup guys in a race! AB should be a fine substitute too!
ReplyDeleteESPN is making some good moves off-camera, why can't they make that one final move to put Bestwick in the booth?
ReplyDelete@glen1
ReplyDeleteThant is not a nice thing to say at all. At all.
It's weird how they cultivate that look! It's their brand.
ReplyDeleteNeed a through the field segment before the competition caution
ReplyDeleteAnon, Bestwick's NBC past was an issue for ABC. Now, all the races are on ESPN. I agree it's time for a move.
ReplyDeleteAR, that's probably true.
ReplyDelete:0
Cars are back on the track in Indy. Jumping back and forth.
ReplyDeleteDrama vs. racing!
AB, Andy, and DJ are really working well together. Nobody is talking over anybody. Nobody off topic. Theyre just simply calling the race. Hope FOX is watching. Best ESPN broadcast of the year so far.
ReplyDeletewish I could watch Indy. But upgrading DISH is probably not a good option right now.
ReplyDeleteI assume Dr. Punch returns next week to his tradition May role as a lead pit reporter for the Indy 500?
ReplyDeleteIf these Larry McReynolds rumors are true, ESPN gotta hire him to replace Brewer.
ReplyDeleteJerry will be back at Indy, you are correct.
ReplyDeleteNo rumor that Larry Mac will be out, just that DW was trying to get his brother in the booth for the FOX races.
Larry loves SPEED and that network loves him. I think Larry and DW will be gone from the booth for live races soon. End of a good run.
I should clarify to say Dr. Punch's traditional May role at the Indy 500 until NBC takes it over.
ReplyDeleteOf course the one time I can't watch a race reading positive comments. Glad for all of you, though. Enjoying listening to radio. Recaps, thru the fields, excitement. Forgot how exciting a race can be if you stick to calling the race and updating what's going on...with everyone!
ReplyDeleteThanks TB you need brakes to stop the car! Back to you AB!
ReplyDeleteBoth Larry and DW out?
ReplyDeleteWholesale changes coming for FOX, JD?
If Larry Mac does replace Brewer will he become like Brewer?
ReplyDeleteAnd who is running the camera on top of the stands? I have yet to see one long or wide shot. These tight shots are giving me a headache!
As you know from Bestwick, most guys do not jump from one network to another in NASCAR and move into big positions.
ReplyDeleteBTW, ESPN loves Tim Brewer.
Char-leet?
ReplyDeleteESPN will be interesting if there's an NFL strike.
ReplyDeleteI think I've heard talk of them stepping up their Nascar coverage in the event of that.
Hehe....that was kind of funny.
ReplyDeleteThrough the field! YES
ReplyDeleteAnon, the big rumor is that if there is no football all the Chase races will move to ABC. No comment from the Bristol boys.
ReplyDelete@anonymous
ReplyDeleteChris Berman will host Nascar Countdown
Only the top 5? That was disappointing.
ReplyDeleteThis is a much better flow to the race from the booth. AB is letting everybody do their job and they are responding with a lot of input. If this does not show you can not talk over DW and enjoy the race. NO agenda, no war stories, no I would've, no headache!!!!
ReplyDeleteI think that ESPN will probably look to renew their part of the television coverage package.
ReplyDeleteNBC/Comcast (or is it Comcast/NBC???) will probably end up with the full Indy package once ABC/ESPN's 500 contract is up.
I hope Nationwide races go to SPEED and ESPN just comes in for the final 17 Cup races.
ReplyDeleteSPEED could do so much for that series.
@James
ReplyDeleteAnd no "boogity" either. ;)
And if DW were in the booth and his dad were being inducted into the HOF this coming week that is all we would hear about. Shows DJ has class.
Here's a question:
ReplyDeleteHow will ESPN/ABC split the broadcast crews for the weekend of Oct. 15-16.
The 500-miler in Charlotte is Saturday night on ABC and the Indycar season finale is Sunday afternoon in Vegas on ABC.
Could AB get a chase race in the booth "on the network" even if they don't make a switch?
Agreed about SPEED and the Nationwide series.
ReplyDeleteAnd that will improve ESPN's Cup coverage.
Really need to move back through the field. Sorenson, McDowell, Herring, Edwards have dominated the broadcast so far. Barely a peep on Almirola, Leffler & Buescher. Annett, Bliss and Steve Wallace have been invisible.
ReplyDeleteAh, come on. How could ABC NOT like AB after that spirited Dancing With The Stars promo?
ReplyDeleteGood question. My guess is Marty does both right now and he flies with Vince and Jamie to the IndyCar race.
ReplyDeleteI have followed this NASCAR for many years and I do not recall ever hearing DW and class in the same sentence! DJ is like his dad, a gentleman and classy as it comes!
ReplyDeleteThis race is not to exciting.
ReplyDeleteIt is hard to know who is running where.
Going off topic here, but this is the greatest bump day drama since the Penske debacle in 1995.
ReplyDeleteBad restart there from the booth. Pit reporter talking and the race restarts.
ReplyDeleteMandatory Cope twin caution.
ReplyDelete@James
ReplyDeleteI did not use them together in the same sentence, you did ! LOL
According to the guy tweeting for Kenny Wallace, Kenny came in twice on the last pit stop.
ReplyDeleteKenny is the in car reporter, 500 start and they miss the 2nd pit stop by him.
Charlie, they've mentioned Wallace only once today.
ReplyDeleteWell, on the radio I heard....
ReplyDeleteThat one of Cope girls
was making her third stop, the third because of a black flag for smoke. Followed up soo after that it was a tire rub and that the hood was up and her pit crew was trying fix it.
Also, detailed info on the tires and including how clean they looked after comp caution.
Much more....amazing. Race is so much more interesting.
To whoever asked about camera shots. I thought I heard or read because of the potential severe weather they brought the camera men down from their perches.
I stand corrected, thx. Danica stuck in line to go out, rain, she would not get out of the car, she sure wants it bad! Big time drama, sorry
ReplyDeleteWe may see Danica next week in Charlotte. Sitting on pit road in Indy trying to go out and qualify and it rained.
ReplyDeleteShe might not make the Indy 500. Big story.
I give them credit because they are still out there, but it's weak from mid-pack on back.
ReplyDeleteWould it be safe to say that if Danica is out of the 500, she will go full time Nationwide next season?
ReplyDeleteOh, ESPN will love that!!!!
Second Cope-twin caution, met the quota.
ReplyDeleteIMS Radio Network to Brian Barnhart: "The light precipitation is preceding what looks to be a pretty heavy downpour"
ReplyDeleteHow many sets of tires did they have at the start of the race to use.
ReplyDeleteThere was a picture for the ages from Indy: Danica in her bundled up car with a guy holding a bumbershoot over her head (I'm flipping back and forth too).
ReplyDeleteOh, she will be in Charlotte getting lapped next week!
ReplyDeleteDon't get your hopes up about Danica in Charlotte just yet.
ReplyDeleteIMS Radio is now openly talking about removing our old friend John Andretti from the driver's seat of his #43 car (which is safety in the field) and inserting Danica.
Being told Danica and Go Daddy could possibly buy-out a qualified car. She would have to race that car, but it would carry her sponsor. That would be interesting.
ReplyDeleteOh well. Kenny got in a wreck but he wasn't up front so no big deal.
ReplyDeleteWhy do directors like tight shots.
ReplyDeleteCharlie, they get sucked into trying to show things they feel are important as opposed to keeping a broader perspective.
ReplyDeleteThe FOX guys will tell you they are 100% right in the way that Artie Kempner cuts a race.
Isn't the Indy 43 co-owned by Richard Petty?
ReplyDeleteAnd isn't the new ownership of RPM high on Danica???
This could be interesting.
Too many Nascar/Indy connections here. The John Andretti Indycar is #43 because it is owned by Richard Petty. So technically, Danica could drive for an Earnhardt and a Petty?
ReplyDeleteAND the FOX guys also thinK DW is the face of NASCAR, so what are you left to think? Maybe they are in the wrong business?
ReplyDeleteCharlie, review the Cinematic techniques article in Wikipedia. Kempner will try to do each and every listed item once each broadcast. Once you have been taught these things it is difficult to understand there are situations where it is not always appropriate.
ReplyDeleteDon't worry they'll see to it DP is in the 500.....GoDaddy.com will make sure of it. Way too much money on the line there....not only with the sponsor, but also for television.
ReplyDeleteYes Allen B. it is hard to tell what is going on when you are viewing the race through a bumper cam.
ReplyDeleteHey, wait a second here:
ReplyDeletewww.versus.com is redirecting to nbcsports.msnbc.com
It's IndyCar.com for the info, not VERSUS.
ReplyDeleteThey are in the middle of a major rebranding.
I heard NBC Sports Net and also CSNBC. We will see what they pick.
Oldnewenglander, welcome to the new world of NBC/Comcast.
ReplyDeleteVersus will soon be rebranded to NBC something or other.
Danica will be at Indy even if she is the one in the Hot Wheels jump car.
ReplyDeleteAh thanks JD. That is much more useful!
ReplyDeleteJD, is it true that Dick Ebersol left NBC Sports because of a Conflict with Comcast?
ReplyDeleteWatching this race you would think the only cars on the track that count are the top 4.
ReplyDeleteNot much camera time for the other drivers.
It is easier to cover 4 cars then 30 if your doing the camera work.
Yes there is quite a lot going on at Comcast/NBC in every division. Know folks there who are quite nervous.
ReplyDeleteLooks like John Andretti might be the car that gets the whammy so Danica can get Go Daddy into the field. Stay tuned.
ReplyDeletePretty good race, be nice to have a NNS regular win today.
So if I am seeing this right, IndyCar's points leader Will Power, Danica Patrick, Scott Dixon, Marco Andretti, and a lot more of their big names are going to miss their biggest race of the year because of this. They are streaming something on Indycar's website and they are talking about what would happen that qualifying is stopped because of rain.
ReplyDeleteEbersol said he could not reach an agreement on a new contract.
ReplyDeleteHe is used to losing money on his pet project, the Olympics.
As you know, Comcast is not going to lose money on anything. That is a pretty fundamental issue.
Brewer is not on tape! Wow.
ReplyDeleteHerring is up to 5th, we've heard nothing from him since his pit road issue.
ReplyDeleteOne rumor is Ebersol may be going with Current with Gore and Olby.
ReplyDeleteFirst time the RWI cars have been covered all day.
ReplyDeleteGood old Steven Wallace!
ReplyDeleteI guess Disney will make a major effort to get the Olympic package.
ReplyDeleteFull-screen extreme weather updates on KSTP have taken over - this is the kind of thing that makes you wish NASCAR was NEVER on network television. (Or at least online, like the NHL Playoff game is! Thanks NBC Sports!)
ReplyDeleteThat's why I don't have a problem if NASCAR went with the 43 fasteast and eliminated the top 35 safety net. Trust me, if a big name wasn't among the 43 fastest, they'd still manage to buy their way into a race.
ReplyDeleteJust show the top 2 cars racing and for filler we will show you Steven Wallace.
ReplyDeleteNo flow to this race.
Disney has a problem in that the networks they own are full of programming.
ReplyDeleteThey should have changed ESPN Classic into an ESPN3 network when they had the chance.
Going to be interesting to see how much of the next Olympics is online.
At least I can understand NASCAR's Qualifying procedures, and their live charting of qualifying speeds. Indy Car's is confusing the heck out of me listing the same names more than once.
ReplyDeleteAnd looks like severe weather will miss the Iowa Speedway to get the NNS race all in.
So the 10th place car and possibly the only battle on the track as well as teammate racing with an Iowa native was not worth covering Mr Editor?
ReplyDelete@Anon
ReplyDeleteThe Indy 500 qualifying procedure allows three attempts at qualifying per CAR.
So those drivers have actually attempted to qualify primary and backup cars (backup cars are indicated with a "T" next to the number)
I agree! Cover the racing.
ReplyDeleteOops. The camera thingie was at Indy. My excuse...following 2 things on many sources. TDP, Twitter, Radio, TV. Overload :-)
ReplyDeleteI think the Indy qualifying procedure goes back to the old days when the cars would break down a lot.
ReplyDeleteDang. This camera work is giving me no feel for the field at all.
ESPN now doing a full on FOX impression.
ReplyDeleteSPEED truck guys laughing.
Not quite full on FOX.....better booth.
ReplyDeleteBTW, JD any idea who will host Nascar Now's HOF coverage tommorrow?
I was none too thrilled by the ESPN staffer, I forget her name, who filled in last week.
Cope sisters strike again! Now this will be interesting!
ReplyDeleteAllgaier, Kenny Wallace and Jeremy Clements just made the best decision of their race.
ReplyDeleteWhat a mess. Do you know where your driver is and why.
ReplyDeleteDid AB just say that Nascar has parked the #93?
ReplyDeleteHoly Moly!
ReplyDeleteA wider shot from above showing 3&4 and part of the front! Caution lap, but still.. Maybe now that the rain is not a threat there is someone on the roof.
Anon @ 402 - The Cope sisters have a long history of causing cautions and getting in the way, has nothing to do with their gender. Just their last name.
ReplyDeleteif you mean Michelle Bonner--personally, I think she's better than Nicole.
ReplyDeleteIt's going to be Bestwick with Dale Jarrett and Marty Smith in Charlotte tomorrow.
ReplyDeleteanon 4:02...many of us have been supportive of female drivers with actual talent...I think it's embarrassing that Drag racing has done so much better in that respect than NASCAR. I keep hoping one of these gals will be given a chance in a good ride. But as long as Cup owners put so many of their own Cup drivers in their NW rides, opportunities get slimmer & slimmer. It takes owners and sponsors to change it.
ReplyDeleteMichelle Bonner.....thanks.
ReplyDeleteShe was just okay, maybe it's just personal preference.
Don't feed the trolls. We have been strong supporters of women in both racing and on TV since we started.
ReplyDeleteIndycar drama around 5PM is going to be big.
15 Laps to go.
ReplyDeleteMichelle has kind of a no nonsense (maybe old school?) style--less of her own personality. I guess one either likes it or they don't. Sometimes Nicole is just a little too smiley for me.
ReplyDeleteI feel kinda bad for Stenhouse right now. Runnin' for his life with Carl and Brad just behind.
ReplyDeleteGuess I'm just expecting Ryan Burr to fill in, forgeting how his star is rising at ESPN.
ReplyDeleteMichelle has been filling-in for the last two years. She likes NASCAR and is a no nonsense anchor who is much more news-oriented than Nicole.
ReplyDeleteBoth Mike and Nicole have done solid jobs as they rotate in and out of the studio. That is a rough gig.
Stenhouse is going to do it!
ReplyDeleteSTENHOUSE WON! THE STREAK IS OVER!
ReplyDeleteFINALLY! Good job Stenhouse!
ReplyDeleteJust sent to programming@kstp.com, I suggest any others in the MPLS/STPL area unhappy right now do the same:
ReplyDeletePat yourselves on the back for the "community service" KSTP provides by dumping Sunday network sports programming (viewers your station desperately needs, judging by the cracks in the studio sets) for OMG WEATHER EVERYONE PANIC GET DAHL ON AIR NOW! Pathetic. We've all seen thunderstorms, and pre-empting one of the best races of the year (ran in IOWA, the closest thing this godforsaken metro area will ever sniff to a proper motorsport) in order to completely botch storm coverage with obsolete graphics and putting your people on-air with terrible cell reception (do your job right for Pete's sake, find a loving landline if you want to be on the TV), reporting "trees down" (again, OMG) is just embarrassing. No wonder I don't bother with your station unless I have to. Can't wait for the Hubbards to run out of money, by my estimate it won't be long from what I've seen from this media "empire." Yes, you are outside the traditional NASCAR market so I'm sure you can justify your angry viewers with that old line, just remember in the end making the public unhappy will effect your bottom line, the only thing you people care about in the first place. Good luck with that.
YES!!!! Finally a Cup driver didnt win!! Good Job Ricky!
ReplyDeleteThat was nice! Bet Stenhouse feels real good.
ReplyDeleteShepherd stayed in all the way, too.
See Y'all later.
Thanks, JD!
Go ahead and celebrate Ricky! You deserve it kid! They said it at the beginning of the show: The race of opportunities: Ricky just took advantage of his opportunity!
ReplyDeleteOnly showed the first 5 cars crossings the finish line.
ReplyDeleteIf you were not driving in the top 4 you got very little camera time.
People that watched this race on Tv as their very first race to see, I don't think they would go to a real race.
People at that track I bet saw a completely different race then what was on Tv.
FINALLY a win by a regular & what one to win it! Very proud of Ricky! <3
ReplyDeleteRegardless of what you think of him, that Jack Roush is one tough SOB.
ReplyDeleteTough day for ESPN. ESPN was focused on the top five the first 50 laps. When they finally did a through the field segment, it covered just the top 5. Drivers running from 5th-15th were ignored until ESPN finally covered them the last 60 laps. But that effort seemed disjointed as one blog member noted. Tight shots dominated the afternoon and hurt the viewer perception.
ReplyDeleteBestwick did mesh with Dale and Andy very well. He was unable to change the camera angles, but he kept up the energy. Normally he pushes for a deeper view of the field but he did not today.
The race was not the best Iowa race, but it was still decent and enjoyable. I'm so happy to see a regular finally win.
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ReplyDeleteI also like Jack Roush although, yes he can be a SOB.
ReplyDeleteGood job by the booth, but production left some to be desired.
Here is the estimated driver mentions. The numbers may be slightly off due to the sound of the cars muffling the announcers on my tv.
ReplyDelete60 Edwards - 60
6 Stenhouse - 43
22 Keselowski - 35
32 Sorenson - 33
31 Allgaier - 24
18 McDowell - 23
2 Sadler - 22
33 Dillon - 17
20 Herring - 16
38 Leffler - 9
88 Almirola - 9
99 Truex - 9
09 K Wallace - 8
62 Annett - 8
66 S Wallace - 8
11 Scott - 7
30 Buescher - 5
44 Cope - 5
7 Wise - 4
51 Clements - 4
87 Nemechek - 4
93 Cope - 4
01 M Wallace - 2
70 Wimmer - 2
13 Cobb - 1
19 Bliss - 1
39 Martinez - 1
0 Schendel - 0
14 McClure - 0
15 Hill - 0
23 Richardson - 0
28 Setzer - 0
40 Lewandoski - 0
41 Long - 0
46 Andrews - 0
49 Teague - 0
52 Harr - 0
55 Rowe - 0
68 Miller - 0
74 Harmon - 0
75 Chapman - 0
81 Koch - 0
89 Shepherd - 0
@Rusty,
ReplyDeleteYou're not being fair. As I type this, WCCO is pre-empting PGA golf and KARE is pre-empting an NHL (PLAYOFF) game - KMSP is also showing weather live so it's not like KSTP has a choice here.
What *is* disappointing is they couldn't find a way to move the race to Channel 5.2 - what good is a "weather" channel when you're blasting the weather all over your primary channel? Wasted technology there.
(Also, including the Hubbard stuff and the Dahl stuff is sure to meet your email with the response it deserves - straight to the bit bucket.)
I'm not happy about missing the second half of this race either, but there are better targets for your disappointment. Just my humble opinion.
Thanks for stopping by everyone!
ReplyDeleteHall of Fame tomorrow night on SPEED!
See you then.
JD
Morgan Shepherd gets 20th, not bad for him. :)
ReplyDeleteKenny Wallace and the great pit call gets 6th.
Reed Sorenson gets the most laps led award, leading 77 of them, nice job there.
McDowell's first race in the 18 nets him 7th.
And ultimately the streak since Boris Said in Montreal in 2010 is finally over (yes I count Boris's post). Ricky Stenhouse did a whale of a job.
I'll be in Windsor NY camping next weekend, so I'll see you guys in 2 weeks.
http://news.yahoo.com/s/ap/20110523/ap_on_re_us/us_midwest_storms
ReplyDeleteSad this blog has people complaining about the storm warnings and coverage during a race??!!
one person. And that's not the 'fault' of the blog.
ReplyDeleteDoes anyone know exactly what Dave Burns' forearm tablet mount is? Where can I get it?
ReplyDelete