Bro's before Lowes "News" and Notes

Despite an exciting race to the Chase, TV ratings have been down for nearly every race this year. Some blame it on decreased promotion, while others point to shifting market trends. I, however, still think its because Nascar lacks what every successful sport has--lots of athletes getting arrested outside strip clubs.

Bill Elliott failed to make tomorrow's race, meaning that 'ol Bill won't be able to pay for little Jimmy's leg operation. Maybe next week, Jimmy. Maybe next week.

Terry Labonte gains entry into the Lowe's Motor Speedway Walk of Fame this week for his meritorious service to the track. The induction ceremony will take place immediately after Saturday's race, when he will be lowered into a sidewalk square and buried in concrete.

Sam's Club comes on board as a co-sponsor this week on David Gilliland's M&M's Ford. Expect Gilliland to put in lots of overtime to make this ride work.

Ashton Lewis Jr. has expressed displeasure at the lack of quality rides available for him in 2007. I agree--a man with as many wins as Ashton should have teams banging down his door.

ODDS:
3:1 Allen Bestwick will begin trying to get himself fired to get out of his contract.
7:1 Someone will emerge as "The clear Chase contender"
20:1 Someone will emerge as "The opaque Chase contender"