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This article originally appeared on The Daytona Beach News-Journal: NASCAR on Fox: Why not 'Casual Sunday' for 'Grandpa Munster?' He adds excitement to the broadcast., Enthusiastic calls! Sprint Cup: Sheheen replaces Weber as TNT play-by-play voice: Bill Weber will not be part of .. http://bit.ly/G62TI #NASCAR. I like Larry Mac. This guy makes the most clich remarks out there., As much as I liked him when he played for Carolina, why is a basketball player, who obviously knows nothing about the sport, even one of the commentators? The accident occurred . NASCAR broadcasting legend Barney Hall died Tuesday from complications after a recent medical operation. Posted by AR1 staff April 17, 2022. Talks to audience, doesn't act stupid and goofy. Until someone explained it to me later, I thought it was a bizarre accident. Family and friends gathered for a memorial on Sunday evening. NASCAR announcer Barney Hall. And that crap he says when the race starts, I turn the sound off. NASCAR on NBC NBCSN NASCAR on TNT NASCAR ratings Daytona 500 Ratings: Danica Lifts Overnights to Seven-Year High Daytona 500 Ratings: Danica Lifts Overnights to Seven-Year High NASCAR 'Daytona 500' TV Ratings History + Your Guess For This Year (Poll) NASCAR All-Star Race - NASCAR Cup Series All-Star Race | Official Site Of NASCAR - NASCAR.com Their broadcasts featured an identical graphics and music package and the same announcers. NASCAR THRU THE GEARSReconfiguration? Jarrett, a 2014 NASCAR Hall of Fame inductee, was the 1999 Cup champion. Staff Report May 22, 2022. Likes to be the center of everything , Best votes: 789 (1st-182) I am watching a race. Legendary NASCAR announcer Barney Hall died Tuesday at the age of 83 from complications following a recent medical procedure. His platforms included play-by-play announcing, studio hosting and reporting from the pit crew, where he did most of his work for Fox. Oh, and Kyle Busch is still good. He won the 1993 and 1994 Cup titles as the crew chief for Dale Earnhardt. They don't show Danica 10 times per race or show blatant favoritism in the booth., Better analysis, less idle chatter. Joy, who was an accomplished sports-car racer, spent 14 years (1977-1990) at Motor Racing Network and has spent 30 years as part of the NASCAR broadcasts at CBS, TNT and Fox. Bestwick began his career as a turn announcer in 1986 for MRN, where he worked for nearly 15 years. Id like to think, if Benny had lived beyond 1975 and age 57, and therefore remained highly visible, it wouldnt have taken so long for him to be honored with the American Motorsports Media Award of Excellence. Bowyer released the following statement to Fox 4. It might be, but it makes me cringe and can't do anything to help the sport's image outside of the deep South., Trying to 'over-top' Waltrip doesn't make for good TV. Former driver but not a big winner so doesnt think he knows it all. Byrnes is also survived by his parents; Bryson is 12. Worst score: 430 "In addition to being a wonderful, loving and Godly husband, father, son and brother, Steve was an excellent friend, colleague and mentor to all who knew and loved him," the statement read in part. #NASCAR is better for having known you. They served as the announcers for the films climactic race at Talladega, which featured the scene where the titular character races on foot with Frenchman Jean Girard. The latest in the sports world, emailed daily. Reconfiguration? He knows it, he knows the racers, he gets the business of racing. NASCAR Speed Freaks: Other than added respect for Kyle Busch, what did Fontana deliver? Byrnes is survived by his wife of 22 years, Karen, and their 12-year-old son, Bryson, of Fort Mill, South Carolina. McClelland, a television broadcaster by trade, called his first drag race in 1959. Richards had been hospitalized for several weeks prior to his passing. He is not putting on a fake TV personality. NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes died Tuesday from head and neck cancer. In 2014, he was appointed the play-by-play announcer for the Camping World Truck Series races on FS1, and in January of this year,Byrnes was addedto the NASCAR Hall of Fame Voting Panel. Down to earth., He's a driver himself. https://t.co/q9eAYkfUWZ pic.twitter.com/gINFqL2q9U, NASCAR announces start times for 2016 Sprint Cup season. Good energy in the booth., All three guys in the booth are unbiased, fun to listen to, and know what they are talking about. Best score: 446 Petty boys have a case. Barney Hall, the Motor Racing Network anchor whose smooth voice brought NASCAR to life over radio waves for decades, died Tuesday from complications following a recent medical procedure. Byrnes remained at Fox for the rest of his career, where he covered races and hosted shows on Speed and Fox Sports 1. 20.5k Followers, 1,459 Following, 1,088 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Jessie Punch Lee (@its_jpunch) Thanks for your love. Byrnes NASCAR career began in 1985 when he became host of TNNs Inside Winston Cup Racing. He was also a pit reporter for CBS and TNN before moving to Fox Sports Net in 2001 as host of Totally NASCAR.. He was a well known television personality in the 1980s and 1990s, perhaps best known for hosting "Inside Winston Cup Racing". Byrnes took to Twitter on Sunday to thank everyone involved: Thanks to all for a remarkable day, my teammates @NASCARONFOX. NEW YORK (AP) Fox NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes has died. Every crew member Every fan Everyone is #ByrnesStrong at @BMSupdates! He was 83. He also works for Fox Sports in a variety of racing and sports capacities. Just considering Dale's dad is one of the greatest broadcasters ever, Dale is a disappointment. NBC NASCAR announcer Rick Allen took heat on social media for a controversial statement he made during Monday's Cup Series race at Talladega Superspeedway. Byrnes is survived by his wife of 22 years, Karen, and their 12-year-old son, Bryson, of Fort Mill, South Carolina. They know far more than the broadcasters. No manufacturer or driver bias. Barnet Hall [1] (June 24, 1932 - January 26, 2016) was an American sports commentator for Motor Racing Network, formerly calling NASCAR races. Ranking: 5th, Worst votes: 321 (1st-67) Byrnes was first diagnosed with cancer in August 2013. NASCAR implements pit road changes following death Tommy Cole, Bill Elliott's jack man, was hit and sent flying. 23XI Racing's Bubba Wallace took the . Byrnes joined Fox Sports in 2001 and served as a pit. Class act. He was pinned between the two cars and suffered head and chest injuries. His audition included reading a commercial for Sunbeam bread. He was 56. They also won the Daytona 500 together for one of Hammonds 43 career victories. Great guy & incredible spokesman for the sport for decades. He and David Pearson were especially close over the years. Members of each pit crew held Stand Up 2 Cancersigns adorned with the phrase, "I stand up for Steve." crashes into the fourth-turn wall and dies from injuries suffered in the wreck. No one should expect to make money from the picks and predictions discussed on this website. He was akeynotespeaker at the 2014. Bowyer, 43, was involved in a crash at about 9 p.m. CDT on June 5 near Osage Beach, Missouri, that killed Mary Jane Simmons, 47, of Camdenton, Missouri, WDAF-TV reported. Thats how it was for all of 2001-2003 and most of 2004. Bob Jenkins, whose voice greeted motorsport fans for decades at the Indianapolis 500, died on Monday from brain cancer. Longtime Fox NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes, who has been suffering from head and neck cancer since 2013, died Tuesday. Worst score: 1,056 Weber kept his post as play-by-play announcer. Not a team player with other broadcasters. Like my grandpa used to say about me when I was a teenager, You can dress him up but you can't take him to town.. He would be proud. Dick Berggren. The network said he died Tuesday after a long battle with cancer. More realistic coverage and not one long NASCAR infomercial., Best votes: 2,584 (1st-place votes 1,352) He had been a NASCAR announcer for the radio for decades. He calls the best finishes to NNS & Cup races that I've heard. Simmons was believed to be under the influence of drugs, and a crystalline substance, believed to be methamphetamine, was discovered where her belongings were located after the accident. Ranking: 11th. Gasping and yelling whoa to nothing seems like fabricated drama and keeps me on edge as a viewer, in a negative way., I've never been impressed with his credentials compared to other ex-driver commentators. "His easy, conversational delivery made you feel like you were listening to one of your closest friends or relatives tell you a story the story of the very NASCAR race he was describing. 8/29/2019 8:58 AM PT. Dont forget, the old media center at Daytona was named after Benny Kahn. NEW YORK -- Fox NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes has died. He has never changed from the time I started watching the occasional race 15 years ago to now., When you watch Cup races Mike Joy's voice makes it sound like it could be a race from Petty and Earnhardt's heydays.. Its just his opinion and he doesn't look at numbers. You can feel his passion for the sport., All he talks about is Danica, Danica, Danica, Junior, Junior, Junior and makes excuses for Danica when she crashes out. Better in technical support role vs. in the booth role., He talks too much. NBC Sports reporter Kelli Stavast earned her own checkered flag for misinterpreting an anti-Joe Biden chant at a NASCAR race as congratulations for race winner Brandon Brown. Ranking: 12th. He guided Dale Earnhardt to his first Daytona 500 victory in 1998. The NASCAR on NBC crew of Weber, Dallenbach, and Parsons all made a cameo in the 2006 film Talladega Nights: The Ballad of Ricky Bobby. He keeps you interested in the race., Knowledge of the sport. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, call 1-800-GAMBLER. Thoughts are w/ his loved ones & the @MRNRadio family. Ken Willis, The Daytona Beach News-Journal. Now you can go to work on my late friend Brad Willson. Fox Sports also released a statement of their own. Hall picked up a few jobs as a speedway public address announcer, and that work led to a job announcing for the still-infant radio network covering the Daytona 500. Randy had neck surgery last week and returned home Friday afternoon, but passed away unexpectedly that night. Best score: 1,382 He works on a variety of racing telecasts for Fox Sports 1 in addition to his work for TNT. Just plain pleasant to listen too. Byrnes joined Fox Sports in 2001 and served as a pit . Best score: 2,912 Other than the fact that he was reportedly handling a personal matter, no further details were provided. But I dont want to hear all that crap when I am watching a race. Hall was off to the races and soon became a regular on MRN. A high school quarterback who led his team to a Maryland state championship, Byrnes played one season of football at James Madison before transferring to the University of Maryland. "I also want to offer my condolences to everybody in the NASCAR community on the passing of a legendary reporter and broadcaster, Steve Byrnes," Obama said. In broadcasting, I reckon they dress that way because theyve always dressed that way. He is survived by longtime companion Karen Carrier. NEW YORK (AP) Fox NASCAR announcer Steve Byrnes has died. He carried a small tape recorder with him, remembering later that his first interview was with driver Buddy Baker. Byrnes' family confirmed the announcer's death with a statement to Fox. Jeff Gluck of USA Today shared a comment from President Obama, who described Byrnes as a "legendary reporter and broadcaster.". Your California Privacy Rights/Privacy Policy. Bob Jenkins, a longtime motorsports broadcaster known for his legendary work on the Indy 500 and NASCAR, is dead after a battle with brain cancer. Even President Obama weighed in on Byrnes passing at a White House event honoring NASCAR driver Kevin Harvick Tuesday. Best score: 4,290 Kyle calls it how he sees it, and although I do not always agree, I respect that a lot., He doesn't jump on the media bandwagon just because it's the prevailing spin on this weeks big topic. What you see is what you get with Kenny. The survey attracted 5,247 votes, with many of the respondents providing comments to support their answers. Ranking: 10th. NASCAR SPEED FREAKSNASCAR Speed Freaks: Other than added respect for Kyle Busch, what did Fontana deliver? Extremely informative, great delivery, always has something compelling to share., Has in-depth knowledge of the sport he is commentating on. I assume they would point to some type of research suggesting business clothes give an air of authority, therefore making the viewer pay better attention when the discussion turns to Goodyears latest tire compound, sway bars and track temps. Broadcast booths and political arenas might be the last holdouts for the coat-and-tie set. Experienced, knowledgeable, different perspective. In an interview with NASCAR Illustratedlast fall, Byrnes articulated that he hoped his passion for NASCAR was genuine. On to Vegas! He is a trained professional and smooth. And the modern media centers work room is named in honor of Godwin Kelly. I just want people to know that I care that much back, Byrnes told the magazine. The NASCAR community honored Byrnes with the #ByrnesStrong hashtag throughout his absence and held a special ceremony at Sunday's Food City 500. NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France also provided a statement, via Gluck. Petty boys have a case. A pit reporter for Sprint Cup Series races and co-host of a weekday NASCAR program, Byrnes joined Fox in 2001 following more than 15 years of working NASCAR races and shows for CBS, TNN, TBS and The History Channel. He then owned his own team before selling the majority of it in 2007. Covering golf and the local minor-league baseballteam were Brad "Two L" Willson's main chores. Byrnes had been on medical leave from his job at FOX since last October to get treatment. The seven-time NASCAR Cup champion, known as the fearless 'Intimidator', died at the age of 49 after his famed #3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet Monte Carlo crashed at Turn 4 on the last lap of the Daytona 500. Also, he is very biased toward certain drivers., Mr. Worst score: 1,592 Past crew chief, easy to listen to and respectful., When he explains something you get the sense he knows what he's talking about and, most importantly, how to explain it to you., Always seems to be prepared and knows what is happening during the race., Self-absorbed and adds nothing to the broadcasts., All he cares about is making it known he was DW's crew chief., Seems fake. He was airlifted to Crozer-Chester Medical Center where he tragically died shortly after 9 p.m. After losing his NASCAR ride, Leffler had been racing dirt car events most of this year,. The Hall of Fame announcer began radio broadcasting during his time in the. A crash report from the Lake Ozark Police Department revealed that Bowyer was driving westbound on U.S. 54 and struck a woman walking on a ramp as he approached Missouri 242. Kyle Busch made a bit of NASCAR history Sunday, winning the Pala Casino 400 at Fontana to become the record-holder for most consecutive seasons with at least one victory, with 19. As Ed Hinton wrote in an ESPN.com chatroom, Word around the media center is that there was some sort of issue in Bills hotel lobby last night. Daugherty's lack of motorsports experience is evident every time he opens his mouth. NASCAR superstar Kurt Busch says the death of racing star Jessi Combs was a "terrible accident" -- but at least she went "pushing the limits . Our thoughts and prayers are with the families.. So thenexttime there is chaos on the last two laps, the inarticulate personalities in the booth can turn to retired professionals. Great column on Benny Kahn (Feb. 26 News-Journal). For Nascar viewers, much may stay the same in . Jenkins was the radio "Voice of the Indianapolis 500 " on the IMS Radio Network from 1990 to 1998, then held the same . Why hes the worst (comments from the survey): Boring and doesn't really add anything. 1 pick in the 1986 NBA draft and a five-time NBA all-star with the Cleveland Cavaliers, Daugherty wore the No. Never monotone or bored by the action taking place on track., The dude is all about racing. Stewart had previously been confirmed as the third announcer. Although it is unfortunate to see Welch leave the . Randy Pemberton died Friday. The Sprint Cup race Saturday at Bristol, Tennessee, was named the Food City 500 In Support of Steve Byrnes and Stand Up To Cancer, a way for the industry to honor Byrnes and give support to those fighting the disease. Because he is funny, charismatic and genuinely likes everyone., Enthusiastic, knowledgeable, clearly loves the sport. Hall began work at a small station in his hometown of Elkin, N.C. in 1958. 45 Toyota out last July for what . But its still no way to end your biggest race in front of your biggest national audience. Ranking: 15th, Worst votes: 1,484 (1st-494) Ranking: 5th. Gives great play by play of the race. The Fox Sports NASCAR analyst was not in . I'll never forget that voice. Before joining Fox, he was a pit reporter for TNN, CBS and WTBS. He called his final race in July 2014 at Daytona International Speedway, though he appeared as a special contributor to broadcasts in the time since. Something about adamant complaint about his room.. Doesn't drink the Kool-Aid. Ranking: 11th, Worst votes: 1,168 (1st-402) NASCAR: The next Trackhouse driver has a rare opportunity, NASCAR: 3 possible landing spots for Erik Jones in 2023, for the race at Dover Motor Speedway in early May, Stewart had previously been confirmed as the third announcer, the 43-year-old Emporia, Kansas native was involved in a fatal car crash, NASCAR: Trackhouse made a key silly season admission, Dan Dakich Is Out of His Mind With Reggie Miller Comments, NASCAR: The opportunity Ryan Blaney 'couldn't pass up'. He knows his stuff, says it the way it is and knows what he's talking about., I find Ray simply uninteresting most of the time., No personality, should have more input based on his background., While he is informative to listen to, he keeps a biased opinion towards the 24 (Gordon)., Best votes: 675 (1st-91) Hall was involved in broadcasting stock car racing for more than 50 years, many as the lead announcer. Follow Tyler Conway (@tylerconway22) on Twitter. #1Fans! He worked as an ESPN analyst up until this season. Byrnes joined Fox Sports in 2001 and served as a pit reporter . He was 56. Worst score: 1,111 It later came to light that Weber had supposedly been in a loud confrontation at the hotel in which he was staying. He made me feel like I was there, at the track, right where I wanted to be. In ranking the commentators, we awarded three points for those who were voted the best, two points for second-best and one for third-best. #RIP https://t.co/CqQMUzvOtF via youtube. He began working for ESPN in 2006 following his retirement from Cup racing. Jamie Little doesn't wear a dress while working TV. Chris Myers, Clint Bowyer, Blake Shelton, Fox, NASCAR (Photo by Chris Graythen/Getty Images). Seems to dumb down too much. It's time to get a haircut, and that horrible laugh. The co-owner and co-founder of Michael Waltrip Racing, Waltrip has driven in three to four races a year since 2010. [3] Brad has a genuine learned appreciation for the sport; he was not bred into it. Call the action., Best votes: 1,623 (1st-773) For the first three-and-a-half years, he served as a pit reporter and pre-race studio host. Bob Jenkins, a motorsports broadcaster who called the Indianapolis 500 for many years, has died after a fight with cancer. Which networks live NASCAR race coverage would you consider the best? By Jerry Bonkowski Jun 24, 2015, 12:10 PM EDT. Build your customFanSided Daily email newsletter with news and analysis onAll Racing and all your favorite sports teams, TV shows, and more. Ranking: 8th, Worst votes: 495 (1st-92) He has been the play-by-play announcer with Fox since the network began televising NASCAR races in 2001. Doesn't talk over others. He comes off as so ridiculously annoying; you're just screaming shut up at the TV., Best votes: 272 (1st-38) Means well but I can't listen to him., Best votes: 309 (1st-42) At the end of the day, when my career is over, that I really did care. Fox 2,996 57% Hall's career made him recognizable simply by his voice, allowing race fans to fall into the familiar radio waves while listening to him tell the tales of the . He takes it seriously while not treating the viewers like fools that need to be spoon-fed info about who they should root for and how great the racing is.. Larry McReynolds, an analyst on the Fox team who had joined the broadcast booth alongside lead announcer Mike Joy and Bowyer for the race at Dover Motor Speedway in early May, filled in for Bowyer alongside Joy and Tony Stewart. He joined ESPN in 2007. Though the network's tagline -- "You're listening to MRN -- the Voice of NASCAR" -- wasn't Hall's alone, it certainly described him. And some ex-refs are turning into entertaining personalities. Will tell the truth, even if you don't want to hear it., Rusty was my favorite driver so it is obvious he is my favorite broadcaster. He contributes little to the broadcast. 291. Former NHRA Announcer Dave McClelland Dies at 85 McClelland was a fixture on NHRA TV broadcasts for more than a quarter of a century. NASCAR announcer Barney Hall died this week at the age of 83. Cause he's the best at everything. And not only did . He's been there himself., An owner should not be a broadcaster. Finally, if Tony Stewart is Grandpa, does that make Mikey Waltrip his Herman Munster? He doesn't always sugarcoat things either, which is nice., Ray's the greatest crew chief of all-time. This was his second bout . Byrnes was first diagnosed with cancer in August 2013 world, emailed daily the. Nba all-star with the Cleveland Cavaliers, daugherty wore the no: 1,382 he on. 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