tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post6308648387114441513..comments2024-03-05T06:32:37.180-05:00Comments on The Daly Planet: NASCAR's Long Day's Journey Into Night (3rd Update)Daly Planet Editorhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comBlogger41125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-52175217314130273402008-02-25T20:17:00.000-05:002008-02-25T20:17:00.000-05:00Mikey Joy is comfort food during a NASCAR race to ...Mikey Joy is comfort food during a NASCAR race to me.<BR/><BR/>I TRULY enjoy all the guys in the booth on Fox. DW cracks me up though he can go on about some things (kind of like that Sophia chick HERE!!??)<BR/><BR/>I love Larry, enunciation or lack there of and all, for his knowledge. Mike Joy is the glue that holds it all together and has a wonderful aura about him. He kind of makes me feel everything is right in the world when he is on my tv.<BR/><BR/>Also, when DW was so excited like a kid on the flagstand (and who could blame him!! I would've loved to have been up there) and begged to stand there a third round, I laughed out loud when Mike Said ok, Darrell..recess is over...time to get to the booth or something.<BR/><BR/>YOu can tell this crew really enjoys each other and you "FEEL IT" through the tv.<BR/><BR/>I appreciate the fact he and others answered Q&A here, JD. I think that speaks volumes for you as well.<BR/><BR/>Appreciate you and all the NASCAR contributors to the site.<BR/><BR/>p.s. Except that one sorehead at Fox that 'insists' we only see one car cross the line...but that is NO reflection of the guys in the booth or in the pits. :-)Sophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-8634535277406930412008-02-25T17:47:00.000-05:002008-02-25T17:47:00.000-05:00Mike is a great guy, and has been a friend of this...Mike is a great guy, and has been a friend of this site for some time now. If you check the archives, you can see the off-season interview we did with him using questions submitted by readers. <BR/><BR/>Thanks, JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-45727005231135408612008-02-25T16:25:00.000-05:002008-02-25T16:25:00.000-05:00Did you all hear Mike Joy this afternoon say sever...Did you all hear Mike Joy this afternoon say several times "It was a long day's journey into night?" Guess the title of this blog caught on quickly.<BR/><BR/>I will note, I was in Richmond last May when it rained all day, and they called the race after a few laps that night. But it was late, late, late, and the whole day was just miserable. Cold and sopping wet, with horrible facilities maintenance. As a fan, I wish they'd read the weather map and just called the race earlier in the afternoon. The day was torture. I felt so sorry for the fans in California yesterday.Tracy Dhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14361101058670921686noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-90123377744767753792008-02-25T13:03:00.000-05:002008-02-25T13:03:00.000-05:00isaiah, i would respectfully disagree with your co...isaiah, i would respectfully disagree with your comment that nascar "tried their best." nascar officials had access to the same weather maps i did and it was evident to me throughout the day and right into the early morning hours that rain was not going to go away long enough for that track to dry completely in under 2.5 - 3 hours. add to that the problem with weepers that had been happening since thursday night and friday morning and it became clear very early on that the cup race just wasn't going to happen on sunday, that the track had serious problems that needed to be corrected. if practice was so unsafe that only 17 laps were run, why was the race now safe to run on the same track after more rain had fallen?<BR/><BR/>my point of disagreement with nascar is that instead of calling the race early on and cite the safety of the drivers and the unsafe track conditions as the reason, cars were repeatedly sent out on an obviously unsafe track and wrecks followed. i understand that not all the drivers felt the track was unsafe and that the #24 seemed to have no problem but keep in mind that he was so far in front of the field that he had options as to where to run to avoid the water. others further back in the mid-pack obviously did not.<BR/><BR/>i will concede that nascar was in a "damned if you do and damned if you don't spot": either decision was going to create a firestorm. and i have been at tracks on sunday when the race is called and i was certainly upset. BUT i believe strongly that the safety of the drivers is paramount, far above any fan unhappiness. nascar gets the big bucks to make such a tough decision and i contend they dithered it away last night, to the detriment of the sport.<BR/><BR/>nascar has, in my opinion, made far better choices with the same or less information at other tracks and i simply do not accept that last night was the best they could do. the organization is better than what they showed in fontana last night and i am not content to accept the explanation that has been offered so far.<BR/><BR/> i know that i am in the minority when i say that i believe nascar is NOT all about greed and the $$$ but this decision -- or better stated, lack of decision -- makes it hard for me to stand behind that statement this time. the organization must be able to respond more rapidly and with more "common sense" than was demonstrated last night in order to maintain my support. i will take just about anything from nascar as long as the drivers and crews are not placed in unnecessary risk. i firmly believe that last night, nascar did just that and that, for me, is not acceptable.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-17577097183436434842008-02-25T12:36:00.000-05:002008-02-25T12:36:00.000-05:00Would you guys quit complaining about the "fiasco"...Would you guys quit complaining about the "fiasco" (as you guys call it) that was last night. NASCAR did a great job and tried its best. I will give NASCAR the biggest props for trying. For FOX to stay on the air with updates until 2:00AM Central is dedication! DEDICATION! To see Chris Myers and Jeff Hammond going giving updates at that hour in the morning is awesome. <BR/><BR/>JD, keep up the good work!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-80598447895570761982008-02-25T12:29:00.001-05:002008-02-25T12:29:00.001-05:00Since rain delays are always part of the season, m...Since rain delays are always part of the season, maybe TWIN should make a promo/commercial.<BR/><BR/>Showing the guys asleep in their RV or beds, and Steve Byrnes 'whispering' that TWIN will not be shown due the guys still being on the road or catching up on sleep! LOL.<BR/><BR/>Though I would watch an hour of KENNY ALONE talking and telling stories to the camera ... or talking to somebody off camera. :-)<BR/><BR/>I hope all goes well today for drivers, crew, tv connections and the folks in concessions at the track. EVERYBODY must be tired. I was up until 2.30AM to see if I needed to set the VCR on the digital tvSophiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07789033556426951026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-9251229500583750742008-02-25T12:29:00.000-05:002008-02-25T12:29:00.000-05:00There is a new post up for the Sprint Cup race on ...There is a new post up for the Sprint Cup race on Fox at 1PM.<BR/><BR/>Thanks,<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-14391054295193233192008-02-25T12:24:00.000-05:002008-02-25T12:24:00.000-05:00JD my hats off to everyone at both networks both i...JD my hats off to everyone at both networks both in front of & behind the cameras & lights. They went above and beyond with all the rain fill, & updates late into the night/morning until NASCAR got it right finally.<BR/>What a shame - all those "officials" don't know what we all know green on the weather map means RAIN DUH! and weather usually goes west to east. <BR/><BR/>Tired drivers, tired reporters, tired pit crews, this could get ugly. God Bless them & keep them safe today-Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-3084599856366483262008-02-25T12:12:00.000-05:002008-02-25T12:12:00.000-05:00JD-I have thanked you before and will do so again....JD-I have thanked you before and will do so again. You have created a wonderful community for fans. Sure, there are some cranky-pants that show up sometimes; but, all in all a nice "safe" place to discuss our sport.<BR/>Thanks.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-32385796689476928882008-02-25T12:01:00.000-05:002008-02-25T12:01:00.000-05:00JD.. Do you have an estimate how much this fiasco ...JD.. Do you have an estimate how much this fiasco cost Fox & Espn? They should bill Nascar.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-27443854514273657882008-02-25T11:59:00.001-05:002008-02-25T11:59:00.001-05:00ESPN is still working on the NASCAR Now schedule. ...ESPN is still working on the NASCAR Now schedule. They will decide on what Tuesday's show will be later this afternoon.<BR/><BR/>Those would be some tired roundtable members.<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-43533189998598008192008-02-25T11:59:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:59:00.000-05:00What time should I set my DVR to be safe for the N...What time should I set my DVR to be safe for the Nationwide race?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-58342616319142800322008-02-25T11:57:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:57:00.000-05:00John. I just gotta say thanks, and to everyone pos...John. I just gotta say thanks, and to everyone posting information. It is weekends that this that this website comes in really handy.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-69320553598464587152008-02-25T11:29:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:29:00.000-05:00Not surprised about TWIN although 1 hour of Ken Sc...Not surprised about TWIN although 1 hour of Ken Schrader would prob have been fun to watch, I'm guess he's the only one who might actually be in NCNewracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-55869361490814537172008-02-25T11:28:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:28:00.000-05:00Who's the rocket scientist at Nascar that schedule...Who's the rocket scientist at Nascar that scheduled a race during Cali's rainy season anyway? <BR/><BR/>Jr. wasn't too happy in the interview yesterday after he was taken out. He basically blamed Nascar for starting the race before the track was ready.<BR/><BR/>I think the Cali track (what ever it's called now) is cursed for stealing the Labor Day Southern 500 date from Darlington. The racing gods are pissed! ;-)Vincehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15530553847645526841noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-61514662931426474472008-02-25T11:11:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:11:00.000-05:00The race will be carried by the Fox stations natio...The race will be carried by the Fox stations nationwide at 1PM Eastern Time. If your local Fox affiliate does not carry the race, notify us right away.<BR/><BR/>SPEED has just told me that "This Week In NASCAR" has been cancelled due to the logistical problems with everyone still in California. The special edition of "Victory Lane" will take the place of TWIN on Monday night at 8PM and also for the Tuesday re-air.<BR/><BR/>More info as it comes in.<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-66271876547288652232008-02-25T11:06:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:06:00.000-05:00Has anyone found a listing for the Cup race on any...Has anyone found a listing for the Cup race on any channel other than FOX HD? I have access to many channels thanks to Verizon FiOS, but I do not have HD.leighJGRhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15259566051860327193noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-25724365646983913802008-02-25T11:02:00.000-05:002008-02-25T11:02:00.000-05:00Don't forget, Dale Jarrett is running the Sprint C...Don't forget, Dale Jarrett is running the Sprint Cup race and then calling the Nationwide Series race for ESPN2 immediately after.<BR/><BR/>I am tired just watching, I can only imagine how those guys are holding out. As I mentioned in my original post, both Krista Voda and Matt Yocum have been under the weather. <BR/><BR/>I have emails out to Steve Byrnes about TWIN and also to ESPN about a possible Tuesday one hour NASCAR Now with a roundtable. Will keep you posted as the info comes in.<BR/><BR/>JDDaly Planet Editorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13834588435004023666noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-75417101257210117702008-02-25T10:51:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:51:00.000-05:00I bet those 12 running both races have some regret...I bet those 12 running both races have some regret about running both racesAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-51148078203425118632008-02-25T10:48:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:48:00.000-05:00I'm sure everyone from media to the crews are tire...I'm sure everyone from media to the crews are tired this morning and it will be a long day for them. <BR/>I lasted till 1:30am and hit record for everything until 6am just in case it did get started. This was the first place I came to to get information when I got up.<BR/>Going to be a LONG day...but, we get to see two races!! That'll get us going!!Steve L.https://www.blogger.com/profile/11156912937459278220noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-44871240163856818072008-02-25T10:44:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:44:00.000-05:00Wonder how many people will buy a ticket for the r...Wonder how many people will buy a ticket for the race next year or plan on watching. They have problems selling tickets in the best of times and then this year's fiasco will make the local fans even more reluctant to waste 2 or 3 days in the desert in the winter. This will probably also spill over in the summer race. <BR/><BR/>Even the part of the race that we saw looked more like a practice session than a race.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-84546571071506919222008-02-25T10:39:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:39:00.000-05:00When I logged onto the site this morning and saw y...When I logged onto the site this morning and saw your Eugene O'Neill tribute it gave me a big laugh. Bravo !! No wonder the Daly Planet is fast becoming my favorite Nascar related site.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-56139064987709661762008-02-25T10:26:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:26:00.000-05:00I have been up all day and night with the rest of ...I have been up all day and night with the rest of y'all and I am DEAD tierd. I can not imagine that doing the races back to back is in any way fair or safe and I think NASCAR needs to pay attention to what they are asking of EVERYONE including the fan. How will it be if some one gets really hurt just to satisfy the show? Casey was a warning.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-29266314788277501772008-02-25T10:25:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:25:00.000-05:00It truly was a long night between this week of rai...It truly was a long night between this week of rain filler and last week of 100 hours of Daytona I have gotten nothing done at home but the essentials. Sunday was a disaster with more rain filler. I know people were saying that FOX was not as good as ESPN and I agree to a point. AB is the man and carried that rain delay. Webber is not AB but he was ok and I really feel that by Sunday fans were so tired of filler there was nothing left but name the gopher. We were all screaming last year when Michigan happened and they couldn't finish the race properly due to no lights and this year we have lights so the final decision doesn't happen until 2 am ET. Guess we need to find a happy medium, if there is one. I was at the postponed Dover race a poster mentioned (my first race) and we wanted them to decide earlier and let us know the plan so we can make plans of our own. I was able to go back Monday he was not. I have the DVR set up for the planned FOX and ESPN2 (hopefully I have the time right) race broadcasts and am hoping for the best. OBTH your blog was the only way I could easily find out what channel to DVR so big thanks JD. PS Hooray we get a Victory Lane wonder what will happen with TWINNewracefanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16324764517098771035noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2080132098367510832.post-48477275631170650002008-02-25T10:21:00.000-05:002008-02-25T10:21:00.000-05:00Addition to previous post; NASCAR.com itself may n...Addition to previous post; NASCAR.com itself may not know what it's doing! Its start time in the Nationwide postponement article and on the right hand side of home page are different.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com