EP 2538: And Then There Were Twelve

The Pit Reporters
EP 2538: And Then There Were Twelve
September 17, 2025
The NASCAR Cup Series whittled four drivers from the playoffs, and now it's on to New Hampshire for the second round. Brett McMillan welcomes Dustin Long of NBC Sports, and Carla Metts from The CW.
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09/17/25 EP 2538: And Then There Were Twelve The NASCAR Cup Series whittled four drivers from the playoffs, and now it's on to New Hampshire for the second round. Brett McMillan welcomes Dustin Long of NBC Sports, and Carla Metts from The CW.