Hailie Deegan’s Season Goes from Bad to Worse

This season keeps getting worse for Hailie Deegan. After being left out of the lineup for the Chicago street race, it now looks like she won’t be driving next weekend in Pocono either, casting doubt on her future in NASCAR.

AM Racing announced last week that Joey Logano would step into the No. 15 car for Chicago, a decision driven by the team’s need for better results. Deegan, currently 27th in points with no top 10 finishes this season, faces an uphill battle to make the playoffs.

NASCAR reporter Bob Pockrass noted that AM Racing has yet to confirm Deegan’s status for Pocono, hinting at potential changes in their driver lineup. This uncertainty comes as Deegan’s performance has failed to live up to the hype she carried into the Xfinity series as the only female driver and the second woman in NASCAR history.

While Joey Logano’s involvement might provide valuable feedback for AM Racing, Deegan’s chances to impress are dwindling. Her removal of AM Racing from her Twitter bio has fueled rumors about her future with the team.

Despite previous successes in the K&N Pro Series, Deegan’s rapid rise through the ranks, likely aided by strong sponsorships, may have come too soon. Critics argue that her ascent has been more about marketing than merit, and her inconsistent performance in the Xfinity series could jeopardize her career.

As AM Racing evaluates its options, Deegan faces a critical juncture. Her sponsors’ support might wane if her performance doesn’t improve, and her place in NASCAR’s future remains uncertain.