Chances slim for Dale Earnhardt Jr. to make NASCAR playoffs in final season

The No. 88 Monster Energy Cup Series team is going to need a "Dale Mary" if it's going to make the NASCAR playoffs.  Dale Earnhardt Jr. sits a disappointing 22nd in the points standings, behind the likes of Trevor Bayne and rookies Daniel Suarez and Erik Jones. If NASCAR's most popular

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Some conclusions about the NASCAR Cup Series, plus bold forecasts about the playoffs

With two races until the 2017 postseason starts, the Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series takes this week off. The new format has created more moments in the middle of races that matter (and if you think that's not a worthy goal, your verdict will be different.) There are more occasions for strategic

NASCAR America: How concerned should Jimmie Johnson’s team be ahead of playoffs?

Jimmie Johnson hasn't finished better than 10th since winning at Dover in June.