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 The crew is back! 🏎️ Jeff, Sky, and Kevin return to break down all the action from the Cook Out Southern 500 at Darlington Raceway. From Briscoe’s domination to off-track controversies, they’ve got you covered with expert analysis, playoff insights, fantasy tips, and plenty of hot takes. 

• 🏁 Darlington Raceway Recap
  • “The Lady in Black” once again lived up to its nickname as the track too tough to tame.
  • The Cook Out Southern 500 delivered chaos, drama, and heartbreak for many playoff contenders.
• 🚗 Chase Briscoe’s Dominant Victory
  • Led a staggering 309 of 367 laps with complete control.
  • Wins his second straight Southern 500.
  • First driver locked into the Round of 12.
  • Near-perfect setup, pit execution, and consistency.
• 🔥 Tyler Reddick’s Late Charge
  • Closed the gap in the final stage with fresher tires.
  • Applied pressure but couldn’t find a way past Briscoe’s #19.
  • Leaves Darlington with solid playoff hopes intact.
• ⚠️ Playoff Driver Struggles
  • More playoff drivers faced issues than those who didn’t.
  • Mechanical failures, pit mistakes, and Darlington’s brutality took a toll.
  • We break down who’s in the danger zone moving forward.
• ⚖️ 23XI vs. NASCAR Lawsuit
  • What the legal dispute is really about.
  • How it may reshape team-owner relationships and sponsorships.
  • Potential ripple effect on the sport’s future.
• 🗣️ Denny Hamlin’s Voice in NASCAR
  • Why Hamlin is now seen as the sport’s unofficial spokesperson.
  • His bold takes on the lawsuit, driver safety, and playoff system.
  • Balancing roles as both driver and owner.
• 🏆 Playoff Format Debate
  • Does the current system crown the right champion?
  • Consistency vs. single-race wins — what matters most?
  • Possible tweaks to make the format fairer.
• 🔥 Tony Stewart’s NHRA Accomplishment
  • A salute to “Smoke” for another motorsports milestone.
  • Cementing his legacy across NASCAR, NHRA, and more.
• 📍 St. Louis Race Preview
  • Gateway track breakdown: what makes it unique.
  • Which drivers and teams may shine under pressure.
  • Key playoff battles to watch in the Round of 16.
  • 🎯 Fantasy tips — who to start, who to avoid, and sleeper picks.

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Kevin, Sky, and Jeff are back to break down all the drama from the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona—the regular season finale under the lights. Ryan Blaney punches his ticket to victory lane, while Tyler Reddick and Alex Bowman sneak into the playoffs on points.

We dive into:

• The Big One in Stage 1 and the state of superspeedway racing
• Why Daytona as the season finale sparks debate
• Sky’s firsthand recap from covering the action all weekend in Daytona
• NASCAR’s 2026 schedule updates
• Connor Zilich officially moving up to the Cup Series next year
• Our Round of 16 playoff predictions—who advances and who falls short
• Fantasy tips + picks for the Cookout Southern 500 at Darlington
• The ongoing lawsuit between 23XI, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR—and what it could mean for 2026

All this and more on this week’s Mash the Gas!

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Sky, Kevin, and Jeff break down all the action from the sold-out Cookout 400 at Richmond Raceway

Austin Dillon shocks the field:

• Entered 28th in points
• Led 107 laps
• Locks himself into the NASCAR Playoffs with a win

Full recap of pit road mayhem:

• Bubba Wallace’s tire issues
• Speeding penalties
• Chaos shaping playoff implications

Challenging NASCAR once again to reevaluate the playoff system

Offering creative ideas on how to improve the format

Rumors of the NASCAR schedule release—full details coming next week

Previewing the Coke Zero Sugar 400 at Daytona:

• Final race of the regular season, Saturday night under the lights
• Two playoff spots remain up for grabs
• Will we see a repeat winner, or a new name bump Alex Bowman out?
• What missing the playoffs could mean for Bowman’s career

Expert fantasy advice, analysis, and race picks heading into Daytona

All the storylines and excitement you need before the green flag drops

Jeff, Sky, and Kevin are back to break down Go Bowling at The Glen with in-depth analysis, bold predictions, and plenty of NASCAR passion. This week’s topics include:

• SVG’s Historic Win
  • Shane van Gisbergen captures his fourth win of the season.
  • Sets the record for most wins by a rookie in NASCAR Cup Series history.
  • Ties Chase Elliott’s record of four consecutive road course victories.
  • Now just two wins away from matching Jeff Gordon’s all-time road course streak.
• State of NASCAR
  • The health and popularity of road course racing in the Cup Series.
  • The current playoff format—strengths, weaknesses, and possible tweaks.
  • Performance discussions around the Next Gen car and handling on various tracks.
  • Debates around potential horsepower changes and their impact on competition.
• Playoff Push
  • Only two races remain before the playoff field is set.
  • Preview of this Saturday night’s race at Richmond Raceway.
  • Predictions on which drivers will rise to the occasion.
  • Expert picks and fantasy advice to give listeners the edge.
• Post-Race Drama
  • Breakdown of the Connor Zilisch incident during the Xfinity victory lane celebrations.
  • How a freak moment led to a broken collarbone and what it means for his racing plans.
• And Much More
  • Race strategy breakdowns.
  • Pit stop performance and team execution.
  • Listener questions and hot takes from the NASCAR community.        

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It’s race week breakdown time, and Jeff and Kevin are in the driver’s seat for this episode of Mash the Gas! With NASCARSky returning next week, the guys take you through all the action from a sold-out Iowa Speedway at the Iowa Corn 350 powered by Ethanol.

🏁 Race Highlights:

• William Byron stretches his fuel mileage to the limit, grabs his second win of the season and first since the Daytona 500, taking over the overall points lead.
• Denny Hamlin's rollercoaster of a day — from high hopes to hard hits.
• Bubba Wallace’s big comeback — fights back for a 6th-place finish.
• Intra-team fireworks? We break down the late-race action between Hendrick teammates.

📊 Playoff Picture:
With only three races left and three playoff spots open, we take a look at the current standings, who’s on the bubble, and who needs a miracle.

🟢 Looking Ahead:
We preview Watkins Glen, talk SVG’s road course dominance, and give our predictions for who could shine this weekend.

🎯 Plus:

• Fantasy advice
• Expert analysis
• Bold predictions
• And plenty more race talk to fuel your week

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The trio is back to break down all the action from the historic Brickyard 400 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway! Bubba Wallace ends a 100-race winless streak by leading 30 laps and holding off Kyle Larson to grab a crown jewel victory. We dive into what this win means for Bubba and 23XI, plus the significance of Indy’s market, fan attendance, and how fuel strategy and tire conservation played key roles.

In This Episode:

• Bubba Wallace wins the Brickyard 400, ending a 100-race drought
• The importance of Indianapolis in NASCAR’s market and history
• Fan turnout and event atmosphere at Indy
• Fuel strategy and tire conservation take center stage
• Denny Hamlin signs a contract extension
• Playoff race heats up: who’s in, who’s out?
• NASCAR announces 2026 race at San Diego's Coronado Naval Base
• Austin Hill vs Aric Almirola: should Hill be parked?
• Preview and picks for the Iowa Corn 350 in Newton, IA

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Welcome back to Mash the Gas — your premier home for all things NASCAR Cup Series! Kevin, Jeff, and Sky are back at the table to break down the heat, humidity, and late-race drama from the AutoTrader EchoPark Automotive 400 at Dover Motor Speedway.

Denny Hamlin secures his fourth win of the season and second straight at Dover, holding off his teammate on fresher tires in a wild overtime finish. Can he catch Kevin Harvick on the all-time wins list?

We dig into:

• Hendrick Motorsports' up-and-down day: Larson rallies to a Top 5, Elliott takes over the points lead, and Byron gets tangled in trouble.
• RCR’s playoff hopes: Are they still in the fight?
• Playoff Watch: Will we see four new winners before the postseason?
• Expert picks & fantasy tips for the upcoming Brickyard 400 at Indy.

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Welcome back to Mash the Gas – your go-to NASCAR podcast! This week, we’re diving into all the action from Sonoma Raceway in wine country, where Shane van Gisbergen (SVG) absolutely dominated once again. That’s three road course wins in his last five starts — and now he’s sitting 3rd in the playoff standings. Is SVG the greatest road course racer NASCAR has ever seen?

We break down:
 🔥 SVG’s dominance and playoff outlook
 🚗 On-track chaos: spins, paybacks, and pit road incidents
 ⚖️ The latest legal drama between 23XI, Front Row Motorsports, and NASCAR
 🧠 Ty Dillon’s shocking semi-final run in the In-Season Challenge
 📊 Fantasy picks, Dover predictions, and updated playoff scenarios

Next stop: The Monster Mile at Dover — we’ve got your preview locked and loaded. Subscribe and Mash That Gas with us every week!

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Sky, Kevin, and Jeff are BACK to break down all the madness from the 2025 Chicago Street Race! 🏙️⚡
Get ready for wild race recaps, driver drama, fantasy picks, and a look ahead to Sonoma 🍷🛞

This week’s episode includes:

🔥 Shane van Gisbergen dominates Chicago – his 2nd win of 2025, both on road courses!
🏆 SVG becomes just the 2nd driver ever (after Kyle Busch in 2016) to sweep the pole and win in Xfinity and Cup in the same weekend.

🚗 Kyle Busch grabs a top 5! But… will he find Victory Lane again this year? 🧐
💥 William Byron out on Lap 1 with a blown clutch
😩 Michael McDowell heartbreak: 31 laps led, Stage 1 winner ➡️ Throttle failure ends his day
🚨 Did NASCAR officiating get it wrong? Should there have been overtime after Cody Ware's crash?
🌆 Future of NASCAR street racing – San Diego next? Where should the 4th of July weekend race go?

🔮 Sonoma Preview:
🏁 Is SVG the favorite again?
🧨 Can McDowell or Buescher steal a road course win?
📊 Fantasy picks, point standings, and bold predictions!

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This week on Mash the Gas, Jeff and Kevin go old-school duo as NASCARSky sits out due to technical issues. The guys break down all the action from the Quaker State 400 under the lights at EchoPark Speedway, where Chase Elliott thrilled the hometown crowd with his first win of the year — and second career victory at Atlanta.

It wasn’t all smooth sailing though — the Big One struck early, wiping out key contenders and blowing up plenty of mid-season brackets.

🔥 In this episode:

• Elliott’s big night in front of the home fans
• Major wrecks shake up the playoff picture
• State of speedway racing: is the pack racing era still good for the sport?
• Is Chicago's street race on the chopping block? Rumors swirl about a San Diego swap in 2026
• Just 4 playoff spots remain — could we see more than 16 winners?
• Fantasy picks, bold predictions, and your weekly NASCAR fix

Strap in — it’s another fast-paced ride with Mash the Gas!

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