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Hailie Deegan Eyes NASCAR Comeback Amid Mixed Fan Reactions

9/12/2025

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Hailie Deegan may return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026 after a difficult time in Indy NXT.
In two Truck Series seasons, she finished no higher than 17th in points, with an average finish of 22.9 and only one top-10 finish in 69 starts.
Fans on Reddit have mixed feelings about her potential comeback, with some criticizing her Indy NXT move.
Suggestions for her include returning to ARCA or the CARS Tour to regain confidence.
Kaulig Racing's new Ram-backed operation could be a viable option due to her marketability.

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Hailie Deegan may return to the NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series in 2026 after a difficult time in Indy NXT.
In two Truck Series seasons, she finished no higher than 17th in points, with an average finish of 22.9 and only one top-10 finish in 69 starts.
Fans on Reddit have mixed feelings about her potential comeback, with some criticizing her Indy NXT move.
Suggestions for her include returning to ARCA or the CARS Tour to regain confidence.
Kaulig Racing's new Ram-backed operation could be a viable option due to her marketability.