I’ll be frank – the start of the new NASCAR season caught me off guard. More tragic news? Seriously? What’s going on? Who angered the NASCAR Gods?
I never imagined we could kick off 2026 in a worse way than we ended 2025. It seemed impossible. And then last week, Denny Hamlin’s father died in a house fire, while his mother narrowly escaped, bringing more heartache to the NASCAR community.
These past few weeks have been brutal. I can’t dwell on negativity today; we need to start this new year on a somewhat positive note, or it might turn into the most dismal discussion ever. We’ll address the issues, but let’s also have some fun.
How, you ask? I’ve got Natalie Decker poised to be the most striking Mrs. Claus around. How’s that for a teaser?
What else is happening? Sam Busch is sharing insights on how Kyle made his move years ago, Danica spent the week in pajamas, and what do you wish NASCAR would leave behind in 2026? This question is making waves on social media, and if it’s trending on Twitter, it’s worth discussing here!
Oh, and while we’re at it, let’s briefly dive into the underperforming 8-9 Carolina Panthers potentially making the playoffs; seems like a scenario that would intrigue NASCAR fans if it were to happen in our sport.
So, let’s gear up with four tires and enough fuel to navigate through a January 5 class when NASCAR has been in offseason mode for two months, while hoping for some good fortune in 2026. Welcome to Monday Morning Pit-Stop – the ‘Boy, The Cupboard Is BARE Today’ edition – it’s LIVE!
