tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post2770584599713274020..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: Pit Reporters Talk Pocono On "NASCAR Now"Daly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger26125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-14032341046947081072008-08-05T22:42:00.000-04:002008-08-05T22:42:00.000-04:00I actually was somewhat dreading this show, but it...I actually was somewhat dreading this show, but it was fantastic!<BR/><BR/>All four of the pit reporters really let their personalities shine and showed how much the know about racing. They all came across as very knowledgeable and professional.<BR/><BR/>I had forgotten about Shannon Spake on Backdoor Drivers. Thanks for reminding me. That was a great show...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-82491904851501252402008-08-05T18:37:00.000-04:002008-08-05T18:37:00.000-04:00Hello, Great show! Very informative and entertain...Hello,<BR/> Great show! Very informative and entertaining. Who better to know what is going on than those on the front line of battle! : )<BR/> MarybethAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-6328805539728158582008-08-05T16:21:00.000-04:002008-08-05T16:21:00.000-04:00And I am happy to see that the Monday NN was able ...And I am happy to see that the Monday NN was able to let the pit reporters shine and let us in on some of the things they do they we do not see.<BR/><BR/>This was a Monday show that I did enjoy very much. Thank you AB and pit reporters. Keep up all you do.Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11036612315003068127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-91658240361809775842008-08-05T16:17:00.000-04:002008-08-05T16:17:00.000-04:00Until this spring, when we attended our last race ...Until this spring, when we attended our last race at Martinsville (with no plans to attend another NASCAR race ever for reasons other than to discuss on this column.)<BR/><BR/>For all the races we attended, yes we noticed the "pit reporters" and listened on our scanner at how they have to be able to react in an instant. The chatter that we do not hear on TV vs. what we hear at the track gives us who have insight to both that what they do is indeed a tribute to what they do.Louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11036612315003068127noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-4357677241489203272008-08-05T14:52:00.000-04:002008-08-05T14:52:00.000-04:00SUPER show, except for 1 thing - it should have be...SUPER show, except for 1 thing - it should have been done much earlier in the season so the pit reporters are more than just faces on camera. This seems to me a show that ESPN ( & FOX) should do early every season.<BR/><BR/>It never ceases to amaze me how very much better ESPN's coverage of NASCAR has become over 2007 with really only modest changes - that is just by moving a couple of people around. ESPN's coverage could have been dramatically improved in 2007 just by moving Allen B.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-41829669620348763012008-08-05T13:06:00.000-04:002008-08-05T13:06:00.000-04:00My favorite NASCAR radio show is the "Pit Reporter...My favorite NASCAR radio show is the "Pit Reporters" produced by PRN. I have always enjoyed hearing the points of view provided by reporters "in the trenches" especially when it comes to reviewing the most recent race. Bravo, ESPN - it was one of the best Monday review shows of the year IMHO.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-24983633220872307722008-08-05T12:59:00.000-04:002008-08-05T12:59:00.000-04:00I feel this episode of NN shows one thing - just h...I feel this episode of NN shows one thing - just how under-used the pit reporters are, and just what the broadcasters are missing. This was a great show, with well prepared people, yet when it comes to raceday, I can turn off the audio on the pit stops and can pretty much say what they will say. Someone has to come up with how to use these people much better than at the moment, because this shows how much they are wasted.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-35699001350358527242008-08-05T10:56:00.000-04:002008-08-05T10:56:00.000-04:00It was nice seeing the pit reporters in a less fra...It was nice seeing the pit reporters in a less frantic environment for a change. I really enjoyed getting their perspectives and seeing how they prepare. It gave me the idea that there could be a show, maybe an episode of NASCAR Confidential, that just follows them for a weekend. Of course, it would probably have to be Fox reporters featured if that episode ever came about.rb218https://www.blogger.com/profile/11736975665181739161noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-1092610738941540552008-08-05T10:12:00.000-04:002008-08-05T10:12:00.000-04:00This was the best NASCAR Now show I've seen. I hop...This was the best NASCAR Now show I've seen. I hope ESPN makes this a regular Monday item. <BR/><BR/>While a great show I felt Shannon was trying to establish her own credibility. She does a great job in the pits on the weekend but she showed that she is the lowest on the totem pole when throwing Jamie Little under the bus about her notes. <BR/><BR/>I definateyl feel that Jamie Little could move succesfully into the booth and replace Rusty Wallace. <BR/><BR/>I love how they explained the breakdown of who covers who. I was at Phoenix last year in the pits and trust me these guys are always on the run. Just ask the trooper that Jamie Little wore out all afternoon. <BR/><BR/>Dave is one of the all time best pit reporters on TV. He has a feel for what the viewers what to know during the race. <BR/><BR/>Mike is good at getting out facts but seems to have an agenda to "scoop" stories. Rather he focus on the race and the stories of that race then his own next big story / quote.<BR/><BR/>Shannon is doing a great job and will develop into a superb reporter / commentator picking this all star teams brains. <BR/><BR/>DougAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-18167119799189071262008-08-05T01:03:00.000-04:002008-08-05T01:03:00.000-04:00The replay is on right now... it got moved back be...The replay is on right now... it got moved back because of a baseball rain delay over on ESPN.SonicADhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06647057393154203533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-74092804021007410672008-08-05T00:57:00.000-04:002008-08-05T00:57:00.000-04:00I think Jamie Little is much prettier in her civvi...I think Jamie Little is much prettier in her civvies and no ponytail.Karenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03138762423112575914noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-738613434567260962008-08-05T00:47:00.000-04:002008-08-05T00:47:00.000-04:00Too bad they didn't show the replay at Midnight - ...Too bad they didn't show the replay at Midnight - I was ready for it!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-61672702213585695892008-08-05T00:06:00.000-04:002008-08-05T00:06:00.000-04:00Fantastic, A+! I'm not sure if this particular co...Fantastic, A+! I'm not sure if this particular combination came about by accident or was actually a brilliant idea on someone's part, but it definitely was the best race recap show I have ever seen. They didn't just zip through the finishing order, they spent a couple minutes providing "inside information" on many of the notable race teams (29, 88, 48, 18, 8, etc.). The pit reporters (who'd have thunk it) brought a new, fresh perspective to the table, with new, relevant information. This is a combination that MUST be repeated! It takes the role of the pit reporters to a whole new level, I hope the networks realize how much these folks really have to offer to the fans the day after the race. They were each great to listen to, and with AB leading, I don't think this show could have been better. Perhaps going a little deeper in the field, but I'm not complaining. <BR/><BR/>Thanks ESPN for taking last year's train wreck and turning it into must see TV.Jaysondhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14068093745047952573noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-82552601418046451202008-08-04T23:55:00.000-04:002008-08-04T23:55:00.000-04:00I'm just now watching NN. Good show so far. I too...I'm just now watching NN. Good show so far. I too, am impressed with all the p/rs do. I'd like to see a "behind the scenes" of them working. <BR/><BR/>Ditto to you nrf @8:06pm.<BR/><BR/>Just heard about KBs pit road violation. This is the exact reason the pre race show should be cut in half or, eliminate the Countdown show. We could've heard about this during a post race show.<BR/><BR/>To Vicky D, they showed Jack interviewing Carl when the race was called. And yes, you do have my sympathy. Hope you're safe.Dothttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15701502016993312530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-34447189872585467762008-08-04T22:38:00.000-04:002008-08-04T22:38:00.000-04:00I really enjoyed todays show. Everyone got along r...I really enjoyed todays show. Everyone got along really good. I loved the sense of humor everyone had. I hope ESPN does this again sometime. It was very enjoyable to watch. I give it an A+Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-5626209725917085882008-08-04T22:24:00.000-04:002008-08-04T22:24:00.000-04:00My wife and I watched it during supper. Married 38...My wife and I watched it during supper. Married 38 years, The show took the place of conversation. <BR/><BR/>That's a good thing, on a Monday. <BR/><BR/>Way to go ESPN!!! Great format, and AB was of course super-prepared.<BR/><BR/>Do it again.Garyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11713293168572769060noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-59903122105443759912008-08-04T21:53:00.000-04:002008-08-04T21:53:00.000-04:00Now that I've actually watched today's show, I agr...Now that I've actually watched today's show, I agree it was awesome, and I was also very pleased to hear Goodyear has enough rain tires left for the Nationwide Series at Watkins Glen this week. Rain is forecast for this Saturday, so I'm really hoping we get another rain race!SonicADhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06647057393154203533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-75007633338563567742008-08-04T21:48:00.000-04:002008-08-04T21:48:00.000-04:00sonic--backseat drivers I believe it was called :)...sonic--backseat drivers I believe it was called :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-56892792667782918992008-08-04T20:11:00.000-04:002008-08-04T20:11:00.000-04:00newracefan:IIRC, a few years ago, maybe in 04 or 0...newracefan:<BR/><BR/>IIRC, a few years ago, maybe in 04 or 05, during the Chase, Shannon was doing a weekly show on SPEED with Marty Smith, and I thought she was pretty good on that. No surprise that she does fine here as well.SonicADhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06647057393154203533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-65461243171320679442008-08-04T20:06:00.001-04:002008-08-04T20:06:00.001-04:00I'm sorry I missed this one - I was at work gettin...I'm sorry I missed this one - I was at work getting ready for TS Edouard - doesn't everyone feel sorry for me? Did they show or talk about Jack Arute's good work at Montreal on Saturday?Vicky Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13084198036514255332noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36936965456803559802008-08-04T20:06:00.000-04:002008-08-04T20:06:00.000-04:00Very interesting show and I have more respect for ...Very interesting show and I have more respect for Pit Reporters now. Shannon seems much more put together then I thought, she just needs to present the information a little better. Perhaps there is hope after all. Now if we can just find out who's idea it is not to follow up on the out of the race/ off the track teams we'll be doing good. For some reason I do not think it's the pit reporters who are leaving us in the lurch.Newracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-30406209420041763182008-08-04T19:37:00.000-04:002008-08-04T19:37:00.000-04:00I 'knew' in my head they must do a lot of prep (th...I 'knew' in my head they must do a lot of prep (they'd have to just to keep up...) But it was interesting to hear *how* they do it. Great fun and they all seem to know each other's styles and work well together. One of the best shows I've seen.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-62665063656448877512008-08-04T19:30:00.001-04:002008-08-04T19:30:00.001-04:00VERY fun show. I totally enjoyed it... :)VERY fun show. I totally enjoyed it... :)Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-36017013677853123652008-08-04T19:30:00.000-04:002008-08-04T19:30:00.000-04:00Yes texasracelady it was FUN.I had no idea how muc...Yes texasracelady it was FUN.<BR/>I had no idea how much prep work the pit reporters do & how they get the "pits" they did was very informative.<BR/>Jamie Little was very surprising, she was much more relaxed and easy to listen to. MM & DB were very funny in their own right.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for the insight NN.<BR/>AB was his usual excellent selfAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-27432207107176065072008-08-04T19:27:00.000-04:002008-08-04T19:27:00.000-04:00And they all appeared to genuinely like each other...And they all appeared to genuinely like each other...so that was cool.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com