The Balance Full Throttle in Michigan: While remembering Ned Jarrett

Today we remember  Ned Jarrett, the legendary two-time NASCAR Cup Series champion, Hall of Fame driver, and iconic broadcaster, passed away peacefully of natural causes at his home in Newton, North Carolina, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the age of 93. The NASCAR Cup Series heads to the lightning-fast Michigan International Speedway while the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series looks to continue one of the most competitive seasons in recent memory. Host Tom Marquis is joined by Steve Wilson, Editor-in-Chief of Speedway Digest and The Balance's official NASCAR contributor, to break down last week's action from Nashville, analyze the latest points battles, discuss the hottest drivers in the garage, and preview what to watch for at Michigan. Can Denny Hamlin keep rolling? Is Tyler Reddick still the championship favorite? Who is emerging as the next Truck Series superstar? Plus, we look at the latest penalties, playoff implications, and the biggest storylines heading into one of NASCAR's fastest tracks. Buckle up—it's about to get good.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-balance--6491129/support.