Author Archives: Tanner Ballard

The First Four: Harrison Burton – Daytona Dreams

In a contract year, Harrison Burton pulled off a major upset by making the Playoffs after a win at Daytona. Read more about his 2024 season and Tanner’s expectations for him as he drops down to the Xfinity Series.

Best of the Rest: Chris Buescher – One Evening in Upstate New York

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be doing a year in review of each NASCAR Playoff driver’s season, but before I dive into the gilded group, let’s look at the drivers that missed out on a golden ticket to the postseason, starting with Chris Buescher.

Best of the Rest: Bubba Wallace – When Consistency Doesn’t Cut It

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be doing a year in review of each NASCAR Playoff driver’s season, but before I dive into the gilded group, let’s look at the drivers that missed out on a golden ticket to the postseason, continuing with Bubba Wallace.

Best of the Rest: Ross Chastain – A Day Late, A Melon Short

In the second installment of Best of the Rest, Tanner recaps Ross Chastain’s 2024 season, examines why he missed the Playoffs, and previews Ross’ 2025.

Best of the Rest: Kyle Busch – 38 Weeks of Misery

Over the next several weeks, I’ll be doing a year in review of each NASCAR Playoff driver’s season, but before I dive into the gilded group, let’s look at the drivers that missed out on a golden ticket to the postseason, rounding out the group with Kyle Busch.

How I Would Fix the NASCAR Points System

NASCAR is on the verge of a fanbase revolt, so Tanner gives them a few escape ropes for their controversial points format.

NASCAR Cup Series Championship Almanac

The finale is here. Get ready for the final race of the 2024 NASCAR season with Tanner as he gives you everything you need to know going into today’s race.

2024 Xfinity 500 NASCAR Almanac

With all the chips down for the remaining six Playoff drivers, Tanner walks you through everything you need to know before today’s Xfinity 500 at Martinsville.

2024 Straight Talk Wireless 400 NASCAR Almanac

Tanner gives you all the stats and information you need to prepare for today’s race at Homestead.