The annual mid-season report card (35 years and counting) isn't particularly loaded with glowing praise or cruel critiques – it's rather kind to be honest, but that's because the driving has been pretty damn good. Only one team is clearly at the head of the class through nine races and only one is lagging behind on a consistent basis. As always, budgets, experience, size and statistics are part of the equation, and if you're unhappy with your grade then send a $500 check to Paul Pfanner and file an official protest or trip me during the Grid Run on NBCSN. GRADE: A- TEAM PENSKE: They've won six of nine races and every pole position except for the 500 and Texas, led 603 of 1,002 laps and...
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