[McGruff]

will undergo a major format change in 2009 with the top-six drivers in owner’s points for each car manufacturer eligible for a starting berth.

I didn't know this was broke. Why fix it if it ain't broke. Come on Daytona. I feel the need for speed.

[WestCoastGal]

I know Jr said the same thing when they announced these changes last year, he didn’t like it at all.

Also with all the mergers and driver changes some will now not qualify to be in the shootout. I have it posted upthread somewhere, I guess I will go find it again when we get closer to Feb 7th.