From the August, 2006 issue of Stock Car Insider
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The killer bees are swarming and attacking any Nextel Cup driver who doesn't have the #17 on his door panel. Matt Kenseth is on a tear and peaking at the right time. Not that Mr. Consistency was ever in trouble of not making the Chase. For the entire 2006 season, his average finish is 9.6. However, his performances over the last two weeks have secured his spot in the Chase and put him in position to overtake Jimmie Johnson for the top spot.Not until 2006 has Matt Kenseth excelled with the new championship format. The previous long-standing format benefited consistent drivers like Kenseth more. In the new format, consistent performances might get you into the Chase, but not necessarily win you a championship. Let's see if the #17 DeWalt team can stay in championship format after the driver points are re-calibrated for the Nextel Cup Chase for the Championship.
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