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I don't ever post, I haven't posted picks. I have no credibility, I get it. I'm just here to converse with other Nascar fans and perhaps share/learn some knowledge on the sport and betting it. Who knows, maybe make money.

Locking in 3 picks now, as I believe their value will only decrease after the two practices tomorrow.

Kasey Kahne: +850 (1x) <--1x for me in Nascar is $25

- I believe Kahne will drop closer to +725 by the time the Green Flag drops. His track record at Charlotte is impressive and his performance last weekend in the All-Star race was confirmation that his team has finally found some speed. Barring any mechanical issues, Kahne will be in the top 5 the last 100 miles. Like those chances.

Matt Kenseth: +1150 (.5x)

- I can already hear the issues with this pick. I know he has underperformed on the 1.5 mile tracks this year, but those "bad performances" are results of 7th, 10th, & 10th. It's not like their far off. They dominated last year and the early season hangover is to be expected. They finally showed speed last weekend, finishing 3rd in the All-Star race. Not to mentions, this type of race is right up Kenseth's alley.

Jeff Gordon: +1250 (.5x)

- This  pick will be popular and will likely be closer to +1000 or better by Sunday. Gordon has been just as impressive as Harvick and the Penske cars, just hasn't been as flashy. I expect him to dominate on the long-runs like usual. Only worry is a short sprint to the finish, but I'll take those chances.

Will likely also add one of the three favorites. (Harvick, JJ, Keselowski). Just wanna see practice tomorrow before making a pick.

can't argue with any of those picks....Kahne looks strong, Gordon will have a good long run car and you can never count out Kenseth at a cookie cutter track. GL

Being a 600 mile race makes it a little harder to handicap than a normal race with the increased potential for engine issues and the changing track conditions as the race progresses. But I do really like Kahne this week, I've heard that he put Earnhardt Jr's  setup in his car starting back in Kansas and it's really working for him. You can't argue his stats at this track either. Kenseth and Gordon have been two of the most consistent finishers on the season as they are the only two drivers with a top 10 average finish in 2014.

Gordon is complaining about back spasms again and skipped the final practice because of it. That can't be good before a 600 mile race. I think the books knew a little something about this as his odds moved from +775 to +1250...

Good Luck