tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post2600254412948160382..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: "NASCAR Now" Staggers Toward Season's EndDaly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger66125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-56571968445690304022007-11-01T10:21:00.000-04:002007-11-01T10:21:00.000-04:00I was traveling and missed watching the end of the...I was traveling and missed watching the end of the race... I called my husband and when he said Reut was in the lead, I told him to hit the tivo... I couldn't wait to see the victory lane coverage... I knew it was going to be great. He called me back after the race and told me I'd be really disappointed as they just left the coverage... I tried watching sportscenter, and other espn shows to catch the post race celebration later that night... NOTHING... I did get to see a video clip on nascar.com.... that was the only coverage.... SAD! SAD!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-76747954734528592312007-10-31T20:23:00.000-04:002007-10-31T20:23:00.000-04:00John,I want to thank you for always saying what is...John,<BR/>I want to thank you for always saying what is true and what everyone is ignoring. I love listening to you on Sirius Speedway. You always have so many good points. As far as ESPN is with all their coverage, it totally sucks! I have not liked it since day one. It's definitely not like is used to be back in the 80s & 90s. I was really put off when they neglected to show David Reutimann's post race interview after winning! Who cares if there's a college football game. I think they could've waited 5 more minutes! And the Nascar Now show is a total joke. I don't even watch anymore because Erik K sickens me with his "I don't really know anything about Nascar, but think I do" monalogue. I sure hope that ESPN gets things straighten out for next year. I can't imagine watching what we have been for another 6 more years with the crap that they have now. If not, then I'll be doing what a lot of fans are, listening to it on Sirius. Now that's a broadcast to listen to! <BR/>Thanks again!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-24044011979672250102007-10-31T13:55:00.000-04:002007-10-31T13:55:00.000-04:00Unfortunately ESPN cannot get a broadcast correct....Unfortunately ESPN cannot get a broadcast correct. They made a good move by bringing on Dave Burns and Allen Bestwick. Some of the most enjoyable races on ESPN were the Busch races hosted on split weekends by Allen Bestwick. Jamie Little and Andy Petree are also good on the broadcasts. The Craftsman Truck Series seems to have vanished from the NASCAR landscape. This never occurred during the Fox/TNT/NBC contract.<BR/><BR/>Rusty Wallace is a sentimental favorite, but he doesn't bring the chemistry (or knowledge in my opinion) to pair with Andy Petree that his Fox counterparts have. <BR/><BR/>Given the VERY successful, knowledgeable, and charismatic commentary from Dale Jarrett earlier in the year, I recommend he replace Rusty.<BR/><BR/>As for Jerry Punch, I don't have an answer. He is good during slow moments, but cannot keep up when the action is high. Perhaps moving him to the host role is more appropriate.<BR/><BR/>NASCAR Now seems to skip around so often and cover topics so poorly I wish the days of Krista Voda's daily NASCAR show from SpeedTV returned. For whatever reason Speed seems to have abandoned a large part of it's NASCAR programming.<BR/><BR/>Don't even get me started on the generated storyline each week forced by ESPN. Did they really hope that Ryan Newman or Kurt Busch would fail so Dale Earnhardt Jr could make the race?<BR/><BR/>Stop the Dale Jr watching. The guy didn't make the chase, he knows that and we know that. When there are chasers running for points/position, can we please focus on them and not Jr's failing car or 20th place running car when there is racing happening?<BR/><BR/>The broadcasts have been so bad that the last two Cup races have been enjoyed entirely on Sirius courtesy of PRN and MRN. They really focus on the race...the entire race.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17595531359859586672noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-40047331623422830752007-10-31T10:10:00.000-04:002007-10-31T10:10:00.000-04:00I'm another Nascar fan that won't be watching Nasc...I'm another Nascar fan that won't be watching Nascar Now anymore!! I watched the Busch race on Saturday and was totally thrilled that David Reutimann won!! He's one of my favorite drivers, but I was totally OUTRAGED that ESPN cut out as soon as David did a burnout! I could NOT believe that there would be no post race interview with this first time winner that deserves it so much! As someone said before me, he's not HOLLYWOOD enough to rate that kind of coverage from ESPN. Thank you very much, but I'll stick with John, Jimmy and Kenny on Raceday and Nascar Live! THEY know how to treat our drivers fairly!!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-13958671232288491612007-10-31T07:42:00.000-04:002007-10-31T07:42:00.000-04:00I have a simple solution to the problem of Nascar ...I have a simple solution to the problem of Nascar Now, just don't watch it, I watched once and never returned. David Reutimann isn't "Hollywood" enough for that show so there was no way they would bother to interview him. Oh by the way Congrats David great job.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-83736456632340991462007-10-31T01:16:00.000-04:002007-10-31T01:16:00.000-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-74296839790498620882007-10-30T23:26:00.000-04:002007-10-30T23:26:00.000-04:00NewracefanThanks for the info on the St. Jude pt. ...Newracefan<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the info on the St. Jude pt. I thought there was a St. Jude connection but had a brain hiccup and could NOT remember. <BR/><BR/>I also wondered if Mikey saw the race live as opposed to tv...he did not comment how David got NO post TV time.<BR/><BR/>Damn shame considering the circumstance. Fox or SPEED would've interviewed about such a story but it does not fit into ESPN's agenda.<BR/><BR/>Thank you for clarifying things for me.Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36689714683944563792007-10-30T19:39:00.000-04:002007-10-30T19:39:00.000-04:00NASCAR NOW was highly anticipated, but has proved ...NASCAR NOW was highly anticipated, but has proved to be a major disappointment, much of which is the fault of Erik K. However, all one should fault Erik K. for is his apparent failure to improve his knowledge of NASCAR, since he appears no more knowledgeable now than in February. Past that, the fault for the failings of NASCAR NOW belong to ESPN management who are willing to accept and broadcast substandard fare. While it should, most nights NASCAR NOW is not of the quality of NFL LIVE, BASEBALL TONIGHT, or the nightly in-season college basketball show - all of which I watched frequently in the past, but not as much now after the disappointment and insult of NASCAR NOW. Also, NASCAR must bear part of the blame for the failings of NASCAR NOW since it appears to be unconcerned. Anyone who watched RPM 2NIGHT can attest to the diminished quality of NASCAR NOW.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-62870110079322647062007-10-30T19:38:00.000-04:002007-10-30T19:38:00.000-04:00I'll take Ryan over Kuselias any day of the week a...I'll take Ryan over Kuselias any day of the week and whoever does kuselias's makeup needs to tone down the lipstick. He looks like a drag queen. ESPN is getting just as bad as TNT. At least they havent hired Weber yet....Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-25005435925135308282007-10-30T19:28:00.000-04:002007-10-30T19:28:00.000-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-73789700960028374212007-10-30T19:02:00.000-04:002007-10-30T19:02:00.000-04:00Don't forget, DISNEY owns ABC/ESPN. And what is D...Don't forget, DISNEY owns ABC/ESPN. And what is DISNEY all about? Entertainment! Sh_t trickles down hill........Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530553847645526841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-40532459501674075772007-10-30T18:48:00.000-04:002007-10-30T18:48:00.000-04:00Sophia- MW comment on INC was that a child at St J...Sophia- MW comment on INC was that a child at St Judes Hospital designed the car and he/she was thrilled that the car won. There was one mention during the race that several cars were designed by the kids. No accurate list, no effort made to show the cars, David was never mentioned because it wasn't until INC that I found out why the car was different. It might have been during the prerace show but then most of us never saw that either. This would have been a great follow up when NN interviewed David on Monday at the Atlanta test; no wait that never happened. I agree that the entire feel of the show is different when Erik is on, some of it is a product of "it's not what you say but how you say it" but that can not be the only thing he must have some input into what is presented. Marty Reid was on the show tues ( Program Note David is suppose to be on wed or thurs to "preview Texas") and I will be interested to read JD's opinion of the show. There was no yelling which means I listened to what Marty said which makes it better than Erik. He appeared to get along with the other reporters which is also a plus. JD usually catches the things I notice but can't put my finger on so I'm waiting for his thoughts. I have yet to figure out why we never know who will host from day to day, does this happen on all ESPN shows? I can understand once in a while or the same 2 days per week (everyone deserves a day off) but there is no pattern. I feel as if I'm suppose to be kept in the dark so I'll watch in case it is someone better prepared (Ryan and AB). This show is a prime example of ESPN's treatment of Nascar and Nascar fans. They must be aware of the fans opinion of the show so instead of trying to fix the issues (if you need to keep Erik then work on making him better) instead they keep forcing him down our throats along with Aerosmith. Perhaps they want the show to tank so they can tell Nascar they tried but since the rating are so bad they must cancel a daily Nascar showNewracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-23768475817741765412007-10-30T18:26:00.000-04:002007-10-30T18:26:00.000-04:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-84484786081070688262007-10-30T18:04:00.000-04:002007-10-30T18:04:00.000-04:00I live near Detroit, I was listening to 1130 WDFN ...I live near Detroit, I was listening to 1130 WDFN on my way to work this morning and was surprised to hear a lot of complaints about the way ESPN is covering Monday Night Football. The callers had the same complaints that we have, ESPN builds their show on hype, they don't talk or show enough of the developing stories or action on the field. Tony Kornheiser is our Suzy Kolber, Football fans (myself included) feel insulted that we have to listen to someone talk about hypothetical situations in order to create some kind of drama that they feel the raw sport doesn't provide. It is not the announcers job to create excitement or drama, it is their job to react to and explain the action that the sport naturally provides. That may be the biggest difference between watching a truck race and watching a Nextel Cup race, the announcers are genuinely excited and knowledgable in the truck series. The Truck Series announcers understand that the race creates it's own excitement and then they react. ESPN is so errogant that they feel like their journalistic expertise far surpasses the impact and excitement the actual sport provides. They produce a show that forces the viewer to be at the mercy of the producers and announcers, because to them, only they can create a truly exciting and entertaining environment. <BR/><BR/>The fundamental difference between Speeds coverage and ESPN's coverage of the same sport is their love of racing. Those involved with the production of SPEED's shows actually love motor sports, they understand the sport from a fan's point of view. ESPN has completely removed itself from the fans and is now creating a product that we are forced to watch ESPN's way, instead of providing an outlet for us to watch an exsisting product (such as NASCAR or NFL).<BR/><BR/>Actually, I'm glad the ratings are dropping and I'm glad the stands aren't full, it's the only way that we'll see a difference in the way our sport is delivered to us.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-18525350270695678652007-10-30T17:59:00.000-04:002007-10-30T17:59:00.000-04:00To anonymous 5:24: Yes , ESPN's coverage was adequ...To anonymous 5:24: Yes , ESPN's coverage was adequate, but remember- This was when the idea was To broadcast the race. No fancy gimmicks,music videos, guests in the booth,etc. And Jerry Punch was outstanding in the pits. But it is becoming increasingly more evident that somehow the Paris Hilton stories of the world, and the over the top argumentative approach to journalism where it's not newsworthy unless someone is ready to fight on air, has taken over the broadcasts. Just look at Monday Night Football- They put a no-talent bum like Tony Kornholer in the booth, who brings nothing to the table, and add in a mixed grill of celebrities hyping their next show/movie, and what do you get? ESPN 21st Century. This is what happens when 26 year old dumba***s are put in charge of a conglomerate. Too much MTV o the brain and everyone suffers.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-17347092359010597842007-10-30T17:24:00.000-04:002007-10-30T17:24:00.000-04:00There is a point that I haven't seen anyone make y...There is a point that I haven't seen anyone make yet. Wasn't ESPN's coverage of NASCAR adequate before? I remember a lot of people on the blogs who couldn't wait to hear Dr. Punch in the booth; now everyone is slamming him.<BR/><BR/>Methinks maybe some blame should be laid at the feet of ABC, the company that took them over.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-75406853307057074442007-10-30T15:49:00.000-04:002007-10-30T15:49:00.000-04:00Thank you so much for the directions to the articl...Thank you so much for the directions to the article on ESPN!<BR/><BR/>SophSophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-29773893836876518802007-10-30T15:33:00.000-04:002007-10-30T15:33:00.000-04:00NASCAR has many different racing series. ESPN onl...NASCAR has many different racing series. ESPN only thinks of Cup. Why don't they change the name of the show to Sprint Cup Now for next year? That way, there will be no disappointments for the CTS and Nationwide Series fans.<BR/>p.s. John Daly, i love your site.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-75595192736712928522007-10-30T15:15:00.000-04:002007-10-30T15:15:00.000-04:00Comment to Sophiz123: Go to NASCAR.COM, and click ...Comment to Sophiz123: Go to NASCAR.COM, and click on the news section. Then just to the right of the stories is Cross Words/Atlanta by Duane Cross. That's where you will see his take on the ESPN coverage. Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-44916022649314663752007-10-30T14:48:00.000-04:002007-10-30T14:48:00.000-04:00I went HUNTING for the ESPN doing poor coverage on...I went HUNTING for the ESPN doing poor coverage on NASCAR.com article.<BR/><BR/><BR/>Could somebody PLEASE provide a direct link...I did not see it ....<BR/><BR/>(throw breadcrumbs!)<BR/>;-)<BR/><BR/> The Comment NASCAR NOW is like SEINFELD about NOTHING!! So true. I did sit thru a few minutes yesterday since NOBODY had anything on Dale Jr...but after that, I turned it off. I could see Erik was in SCREAMING MODE. Major turn off..I like Said but...<BR/><BR/>It would have been nice to hear the Reutimann car story continued on ESPN that Waltrip brought up on INC...but it's a sweet story and not hype so NOBODY cares I guess. :(<BR/><BR/>glad I missed yet another playing of Arrowsmith. Yuk.<BR/><BR/>JD, I would need an oxygen machine to sit thru NN...thanks for having the nerve. HaSophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-33491163345847907402007-10-30T14:38:00.000-04:002007-10-30T14:38:00.000-04:00I only have one thing to say about NASCAR NOW. It'...I only have one thing to say about NASCAR NOW. It's like the old Senfield show. THE SHOW ABOUT NOTHING!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-37362415947435188152007-10-30T14:05:00.000-04:002007-10-30T14:05:00.000-04:00I have already seen some comments the ESPN will pr...I have already seen some comments the ESPN will probably use to excuse the loss of viewership. They are saying that the lack of competition in the "Chase" is doing it. <BR/><BR/>I get so fed up with that comment. Sure, there are some that only want to see their driver win, and when he is out of the competition, he makes comments. <BR/><BR/>But look at other sports. NASCAR is more of an individual sport, not a team sport. So let's look at golf and tennis. When Tiger is leading, even if by 15-20 strokes, people go wild. They love to see him win, and a huge margin. This is so much so that he often gets and appearance fee, to boost ratings. My family is a Mickelson fan, so it's heart breaking, but we still watch.<BR/><BR/>The same is tennis. When the William sisters where winning every thing is site, the ratings went crazy. The loss of viewership in women's tennis is linked to the fact they are no longer at the top of their game. <BR/><BR/>I live in a tennis-tournament town. The most important thing each year, is to make sure Roger Federer and Rafa Nadal play. Since they don't have to play each tournament (like golf), the only way the tourney get good tv ratings and ticket sales, is if the top 2 compete face to face. <BR/>If the race was between Moya and Blake no one would care. The ratings would go in the tank.<BR/><BR/>The ratings will continue to go down for the many reasons that have been outlined- coverage by the network, the reporters, lack of knowledge by mc, bouncing between networks, not highlighting those outside of the top 12, repeating the same points ad naseaum (the draft, the breaks, the adjustments).<BR/><BR/>Maybe if the ESPN runs the NASCAR coverage into the ground, they will have a fire sale for the remaining 6 or so years. I just don't believe the coverage will get any better.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-31854872382201263732007-10-30T13:26:00.000-04:002007-10-30T13:26:00.000-04:00For everyone that says the "Host" has no say in th...For everyone that says the "Host" has no say in the content of this show I will say that you are wrong. The host is always invoved in the pre-production meetings and has a say in what goes into the show. If eveything else is the same, the producers, the directors, the lighting and camera guys and the hosts had no say then the show would be the same wheather Klueless or Burr were hosting, it just makes sense. The producers don't just say "Ryan is hosting tonite so lets make the show better", they give them the contents and discuss how the show should go. Seeing as how Klueless has no NASCAR knowledge he prefers to have the music overlays and as many distractions as possible so he doesn't have to discuss too much. Ryan wants topics to discuss.<BR/><BR/>Could it be possible that ESPN is purposly not giving NASCAR the coverage it deserves so that in a couple of years they can go back and say they want to renegotiate the contract because ratings are down?? Nah... they wouldn't do that. <BR/><BR/>I beleive the consensus is that there is not one part of the ESPN coverage of NASCAR that is better than Speed or Fox. So if ESPN or NASCAR is reading this they need to take action NOW, before they lose the fans they have. For some it is too late, but i think if people see something is changing they will give ESPN another chance. If there is now change rating will fall even more next year.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-43702944347502330002007-10-30T13:23:00.000-04:002007-10-30T13:23:00.000-04:00Thisis coming from the "Official" site from NASCAR...<B>This<BR/>is coming from the "Official" site from NASCAR. Someone high up is bound to read that!<BR/></B><BR/><BR/>Sort of official.<BR/><BR/>It isn't owned by NASCAR.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-20328836859174690452007-10-30T13:16:00.000-04:002007-10-30T13:16:00.000-04:00I have heard Mike Greenberg (or maybe it was D. Pa...I have heard Mike Greenberg (or maybe it was D. Patrick) say sometning to the effect that Sportscenter is difficult because you are writing your own highlights. I would think EK does the same for NN.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com