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New Hampshire Recap: Ryan Blaney Shines, JGR Teammates Clash & 23XI Under Pressure, Plus Kansas Preview

Kevin Harvick's Happy Hour presented by NASCAR on FOX Sep 23, 2025 54 min

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About this episode

The show recaps the New Hampshire race weekend, highlighting Ryan Blaney's strong performance and the resurgence of Joe Gibbs Racing's Pinsky cars after testing improvements. Tensions within 23XI Racing are discussed, especially between Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs, with analysis on how their on-track clash could impact Hamlin's championship hopes. The hosts also touch on Kyle Busch's struggles amid crew chief rumors and preview the upcoming Kansas race, emphasizing the pressure on drivers to perform. The episode blends race insights, team dynamics, and candid driver interviews, offering a deep dive into the current NASCAR playoff landscape.

Topics: new hampshire race recap ryan blaney performance joe gibbs racing improvements 23xi racing tensions denny hamlin ty gibbs clash kyle busch crew chief rumors playoff pressure kansas race preview driver interviews nascar playoff format

Kevin Harvick, Kaitlyn Vincie, and Mamba Smith recap an eventful NASCAR weekend at New Hampshire, where Ryan Blaney scored a big win and Team Penske showed serious speed. The crew breaks down Blaney’s performance, the impressive day for Penske, and the growing drama between Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Denny Hamlin and Ty Gibbs. They also analyze Tyler Reddick’s struggles and what the recent performances say about the state of 23XI Racing heading deeper into the postseason. Looking ahead, the team previews Kansas Speedway and the next challenge in the Round of 12, breaking down which contenders need a strong showing to stay alive. Mamba shares the week’s top moments online in Mamba’s Social Sips, and the show wraps up in Last Call with grades for Blaney’s burnout (or lack thereof) and the crew’s picks for Kansas. LINK TO SUBMIT PICKS FOR KANSAS: https://forms.gle/EzD5tkBAAQkJqK5A8 0:00 - Intro 4:40 - New Hampshire Recap 33:37 - Kansas Preview 39:55 - Mamba’s Social Sips 46:28 - Last Call! 51:21 - Submit Picks For Kansas GAMBLING PROBLEM? CALL 1-800-GAMBLER, (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org (MA). Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY). Please Gamble Responsibly. 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), or visit www.mdgamblinghelp.org (MD). 21+ and present in most states. (18+ DC/KY/NH/WY). Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. Terms: draftkings.com/sportsbook. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). Sponsored by DK. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices