tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post1186682560069803928..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: Time For ESPN To Reinstate Randy LaJoieDaly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-87367907482757689682010-08-30T07:25:27.452-04:002010-08-30T07:25:27.452-04:00Did anyone catch the mention of LaJoie during the ...Did anyone catch the mention of LaJoie during the Sunday's pre-race show? <br /><br />During the "news" segment Allen said "NASCAR has reinststed ESPN analyst Randy LaJoie...". He didn't say former ESPN analyst. Sounds to me that Randy is slated to come back. Or, maybe that was Allen making his personal statement in an effort to push ESPN management to allow Randy back? It caught my attention.Rockin Richhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16401306989231204937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-32518743056448998412010-08-29T21:06:11.104-04:002010-08-29T21:06:11.104-04:00couldn't agree more. Bring back Randy. Shane f...couldn't agree more. Bring back Randy. Shane fan, they did let Hmeil back and he screwed up again.<br />coachkevin64Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-68011370080483171982010-08-29T12:05:00.976-04:002010-08-29T12:05:00.976-04:00I've personally known Randy for about a year n...I've personally known Randy for about a year now, met the family, know his kids, been to his shop. He is one of the most "Stand Up" men I've met. Everyone makes a mistake now and then, we all do.<br /><br />I think ESPN would Benefit from having him come back. All his fans love him, He tells it like it is and in my opinion he lost the filter that most of us have...he always tells the truth, which is what makes him so endearing. (Ok, sorry I used endearing and Randy in the same sentence.) <br /><br />And I'm sure ESPN like every other media outlet enjoys a rating boost, so why not?Curt Buthmanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00830970112009005326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-32380041408854342442010-08-27T18:18:39.158-04:002010-08-27T18:18:39.158-04:00Didn't ESPN suspend Eric Kuselius and take him...Didn't ESPN suspend Eric Kuselius and take him back? <br /><br />He is back on the radio. <br /><br /><br />I heard him on Mike and Mike the other morning.Chadderboxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08452946399432640630noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-79223834317230476702010-08-27T15:06:44.520-04:002010-08-27T15:06:44.520-04:00Love Randy - hope he comes back very soon!Love Randy - hope he comes back very soon!Maryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02669662544814316500noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-25387990053009044002010-08-27T14:19:46.501-04:002010-08-27T14:19:46.501-04:00I too want to put my vote in for ESPN to bring bac...I too want to put my vote in for ESPN to bring back Randy LaJoie. This isn't Mayfield here, he admitted and went to counseling as opposed to denied and sued. Do I think that was his first joint ever, probably not but I do think it won't happen again. Maybe I'm a little Pollyanna in the aspect but hey it's my right. Ok so maybe ESPN (who shouldn't have dumped him in the first place but I digress) can ease him in the rest of the season and use full force next year. He is too good of an asset to just throw away. Especially since I think part of the problem with ESPN and the same guys calling NW and cup is by the time cup race happens they don't have much left. It certainly appeared that way in Bristol.Newracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-20948193068253833642010-08-27T10:41:47.192-04:002010-08-27T10:41:47.192-04:00I don't think anyone is saying Randy's sit...I don't think anyone is saying Randy's situation is just like Hmiel's (although I find it a bit hard to believe Randy would have starting smoking his very first joint at his age...just saying). He was also broadcasting & spotting, not driving.<br /><br />But it's also true that Shane has been (voluntarily) drug testing himself for like 3 or 4 years now, and has turned his life around. If anything, I would think it would be somewhat inspiring to showcase that (although I don't know if anyone is still interested; it's a tough stigma to break and he made a lot of mistakes.) NASCAR did the right thing in suspending him (he said it was the best thing that ever happened to him). But I also think 'lifetime' makes less sense than 'indefinitely', which gives them an option.<br /><br />In any case, Randy has followed all the prescribed rules, and done so with humility (something profoundly lacking these days...) I think ESPN already has, as many have pointed out, a lot of worse characters in their stable. If ESPN chooses not to, I'd love for them to find a home for him at Speed/Fox. He always had a witty insight, even from the first time I heard him do a Busch race years ago. As a commentator, they could do worse.Tasmanian Devilnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-88564711550840644862010-08-27T09:51:08.217-04:002010-08-27T09:51:08.217-04:00ESPN needs better talking heads. Randy is better ...ESPN needs better talking heads. Randy is better than many they have there now. I suspect that if ESPN held their current talking heads to the same standard as they have held Randy and made them take random drug tests, I suspect there would be more than a couple suspended. <br /><br />BRING RANDY BACK!OSBORNKhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06265276174788619591noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-56006176300101007162010-08-27T09:40:27.701-04:002010-08-27T09:40:27.701-04:00Isn't part of the story of America how someone...Isn't part of the story of America how someone can pull himself up from a mistake or some other kind of adversity. Face the issue, make changes or amends an move forward? <br /><br />I liked Randy when he was a driver and I liked him a lot more after hearing his periodic visits on the old Sirius NASCAR Radio "Driver's Seat". I could tell that he shot from the lip and what he said was full of old fashioned common sense. <br /><br />Add to that his company, The Joie of Seating and his ongoing commitment to driver safety and I cannot believe anything other that Randy is a flawed individual (as we all are) but honest and clear thinking. If he says he's made changes, I believe him. There is no reason for me not to. <br /><br />I think that ESPN should rescind his suspension now. If they're not, cut him loose so that he can go do something else. Now, ESPN can do whatever it wants here and viewers will vote on its decisions with their remotes. <br /><br />I'll continue to watch the races on ESPN but I'll continue to not watch NASCAR Now and Sports Center and all of their other programs. Not because I don't like ESPN but because I have no interest in their other programming. <br /><br />Free Randy. Reinstate him or cut him loose.Tripp in MSnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-52742366993332767082010-08-27T09:18:31.032-04:002010-08-27T09:18:31.032-04:00I find the comparisons between Randy and Shane Hmi...I find the comparisons between Randy and Shane Hmiel to be comical. Randy is a one-time offender and it was from pot. Hmiel flunked many drug tests and was taking harder drugs. He was given one last chance and still continued to take part.<br /><br />As far as ESPN goes, they will never keep anybody around that ruins their image regarding failing drug tests, anything illegal, or nasty extra-marital affairs. Just look at how they kicked to the curb people like Harold Reynolds, Steve Phillips, and Sean Salisbury (all public incidents that made them look bad), but have kept others who had their own issues but never became public until years after they happened. I'm not sure how Rick Sutcliff was able to stay other than drinking isn't illegal even if being drunk on the air is stupid.<br /><br />When Ben Rothliseberger had his first off-field issue a year or so ago, ESPN never once reported on the story. The reason was he was to appear on an upcoming episode of "Shaq vs." on ABC. They never once mentioned the story until his name was cleared. But on this recent story, they were all over it from Day One. It's all about their image.MRM4https://www.blogger.com/profile/04045747192945960087noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-3146037794330600732010-08-27T08:59:02.537-04:002010-08-27T08:59:02.537-04:00Randy did it, admitted it, and then did what rehab...Randy did it, admitted it, and then did what rehab was outlined for him to return to NASCARs good graces. Now espn should re instate him period.<br />Randy showed others who might get in the same pickle how to accept responsibility & do what ya gotta do.<br />Besides I really enjoy Randy giving cRusty the once over lightly.<br /><br />Heck even Marv Albert was forgiven, and that was far more umm interesting.<br /><br />word veri = efoxes LOLAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-87825963070321079432010-08-27T01:43:38.164-04:002010-08-27T01:43:38.164-04:00I'm responding because I think Randy reads TDP...I'm responding because I think Randy reads TDP and I want him to know that I'm glad NASCAR reinstated him. Funny, for a guy who smoked weed, he sure has a successful seat business. Anyway, I have always liked him.<br /><br />I agree with the other Planeteers regarding BSPN's hypocrisy.<br />Look at the LeBron disaster. The latest with that Jay guy. And, I don't have to mention the thugs they fawn all over. I hope Randy does get his job back at BSPN. Enjoy him on NN & in the booth.Dothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15701502016993312530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-33539508978765105222010-08-26T20:48:19.043-04:002010-08-26T20:48:19.043-04:00Well, at least ESPN may be starting to be consiste...Well, at least ESPN may be starting to be consistent with their policies. They've now prevented their bikini model, turned "knowledgeable" college football interviewer from appearing in a beer commercial. At least we know that they'll hit you regardless of gender. But I want Randy back, asap. He's so much better than a lot of what they now have. Can we hope that a couple of their present Nascar talking heads get caught sparking a doobie?Darcienoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-47618061461140829042010-08-26T14:52:52.097-04:002010-08-26T14:52:52.097-04:00Randy is a success story for the NASCAR drug rehab...Randy is a success story for the NASCAR drug rehab. program. He took the high road and owned up to the issue. He did what NASCAR asked and was reinstated. Hope ESPN does the same.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-82806167020185147272010-08-26T14:42:14.561-04:002010-08-26T14:42:14.561-04:00Man Anon... you're being a bit hard on him. I...Man Anon... you're being a bit hard on him. I'm pretty sure many of the TV and Radio guys get pretty drunk in the infield. I listen to The Godfather everyday and he doesn't try to hide the fact they ride around in MRN golfcart and have a good time.<br /><br />So... you are riding around hammered and a fan passes you a joint and you think awwww what could it hurt. Seems very plausible to me.Stevehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08097504567310027711noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-50696571645479509492010-08-26T12:14:49.149-04:002010-08-26T12:14:49.149-04:00I hope that ESPN will also re-instate Randy, as he...I hope that ESPN will also re-instate Randy, as he is not only a valuable addition to his team, but he has also been very up-front about this issue, no denials or excues, just a "I did it and was stupid to do so" followed by going through the rehab procedure as required. He deserves a second chance.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-54305128582699347372010-08-26T09:57:51.294-04:002010-08-26T09:57:51.294-04:00ESPN, I want Randy back on TV. That is all.ESPN, I want Randy back on TV. That is all.Donna DeBoerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05794219924983285744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-7734680955636597492010-08-26T09:49:00.778-04:002010-08-26T09:49:00.778-04:00I like Randy, too. He made a mistake, admitted it...I like Randy, too. He made a mistake, admitted it and has done whatever program NASCAR has deemed necessary, so for me, that is good enough.<br /><br />I'm sure that behind the scenes at ESPN there are a lot of people who have made a mistake too. Let he who is without sin cast the first stone -- right?<br /><br />Reinstate Randy and let him get back to doing his job at ESPN.GinaV24https://www.blogger.com/profile/10828669350024430018noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-5568304046808284832010-08-26T09:37:45.377-04:002010-08-26T09:37:45.377-04:00I agree 100%. Put Randy back on ESPN!I agree 100%. Put Randy back on ESPN!Keith_Kageenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-67010221171620469912010-08-26T09:08:27.361-04:002010-08-26T09:08:27.361-04:00Also note that PRN has already re-instated Randy.....Also note that PRN has already re-instated Randy.....he was on the air last weekend for the network's post-race show....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-71766748513535897762010-08-26T09:04:38.988-04:002010-08-26T09:04:38.988-04:00IN with Randy.
OUT with Rusty and Brad.
(Word ver...<b>IN</b> with Randy.<br /><b>OUT</b> with Rusty and Brad.<br /><br />(Word verification: 'sucki' - lol)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-37014873052764495452010-08-26T08:39:20.541-04:002010-08-26T08:39:20.541-04:00Nascar reinstating Randy is good news, and hopeful...Nascar reinstating Randy is good news, and hopefully we won't have to wait very long for ESPN to follow. On several NN shows you can tell where Randy would have fitted in much better than who they have on their panel. He seems to be the guy that doesn't mind jumping in a plane and flying up to Connecticut to do the shows. JD you are correct, Randy & Allen seem to really work well together I don't know whether it's the New England thing. Now if we can hear that David Starr has a ride for the Chicago race then that would make our week!Vicky Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13084198036514255332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-34821773138197931712010-08-26T06:04:42.406-04:002010-08-26T06:04:42.406-04:00I've always considered Randy's commentatin...I've always considered Randy's commentating as a breath of fresh air. He knows what he's talking about and tells it like it is. Someone will put him in the booth. As for ESPN, who cares. My God,when you look at the criminal behavior of literally dozens of stick and ball professional athletes, ESPN is in no position to talk about values.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-22615448654831869692010-08-26T04:39:50.358-04:002010-08-26T04:39:50.358-04:00Boy I cant wait for Randy to come back i've mi...Boy I cant wait for Randy to come back i've missed him! He's always been my favorite personality when it comes to Nascar! Wish him the best of luck and hope ESPN Reinstates him!!!Jonathannoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-88208382033878963802010-08-26T04:39:23.696-04:002010-08-26T04:39:23.696-04:00Boy I cant wait for Randy to come back i've mi...Boy I cant wait for Randy to come back i've missed him! He's always been my favorite personality when it comes to Nascar! Wish him the best of luck and hope ESPN Reinstates him!!!Jonathannoreply@blogger.com