NSC 2008 Year in Preview: Robby Gordon and Kasey Kahne
Monday, January 7th, 2008Rolling, rolling, rolling…
For our third YIP, we’re going to take a look at Robby Gordon and Kasey Kahne…bet you don’t see those two paired that often!
Robby Gordon
Ah, yes. NASCAR’s bad boy. Mr. Doesn’t Play So Nice. One heck of a road racer but hmm…those ovals are killers, aren’t they? Robby Gordon had another lousy showing in 2007, finishing 30th in the pack. As the owner/manager of his own team, R.G. can no longer complain about his team’s lack of care and feeding…because he’s the only one keeping himself afloat! He somehow managed three top tens in 35 starts last year…but geez…30th?
I see much of the same for Robby in 2008…although Jim Beam has shown their faith in him as a driver by continuing as his sponsor (perhaps they are, ah, sipping their own wares?) there is little cause for hope. Best bet? Status quo. I predict he finishes 30th or worse in 2008.
Kasey Kahne
From freshman favorite to sophomore slump to ah, hmm, marginal increase in average finish in 2007, Kasey has proved to be somewhat of a disappointment as a driver. Although a fan favorite (who doesn’t know his commercials?) he hasn’t really proven himself behind the wheel yet.
Let’s go with optimism in 2008 - Evernham and assorted sponsors continue to have faith in this young driver, and so shall I. Although he ended the 2008 season on a sour note with a scuffle in Miami, I think he’ll be all smiles in 2008. I’m predicting not only a top ten finish for Kahne in the season overall, but I think he’ll show well at Daytona besides. Wouldn’t a win at the big house cement his season? You bet - let’s see what happens!
Hurry back to see the next set of 2008 Year in Preview Predictions! Next up: Casey Mears and Mark Martin!
Until then, drive fast and turn left!
