New Sub For Alex Bowman | Keselowski Rips Old Playoff Format

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Alex Bowman will miss a second straight race as Hendrick Motorsports heads to Las Vegas Motor Speedway, prompting another driver change in the No. 48. Meanwhile, Brad Keselowski offered rare behind-the-scenes insight during a podcast appearance that sparked conversation about how teams used to manage resources under NASCAR’s previous playoff format. It is a busy news cycle across the NASCAR Cup Series and beyond heading into the weekend.

Why will Justin Allgaier replace Alex Bowman in the No. 48 instead of reserve driver Anthony Alfredo this weekend?
How does Bowman’s absence affect the No. 48 team’s position in the standings and the bigger picture this season?
What did Keselowski reveal during his appearance on the Dale Jr. Download about how teams handled the old “win and you’re in” playoff format?
And what sparked discussion after Nick Sanchez spoke candidly about losing his ride at Big Machine Racing during the offseason?

The episode also looks ahead to the Las Vegas race weekend, with several teams entering one of the first traditional intermediate track races of the season, while storylines continue to develop across the garage.

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