Denny Hamlin explains why NASCAR's championship gaps feel smaller under the current Chase format, how winning can quickly erase a deficit and why he's focused entirely on maximizing results week by week. Hamlin also discusses the growing importance of track position at intermediate tracks, JGR's open information sharing, the difficulty of adding a new car to an organization and his memories of Kyle Busch ahead of the Las Vegas tribute. My Place Hotels is proud to be the official hotel sponsor of Frontstretch. With plush beds, in-room kitchens, and pet-friendly hotels, My Place makes for the perfect pit stop when traveling. Racing fans can use Promo Code: Frontstretch to save 10% on your stay at any of our nationwide properties. That’s 10% off nationwide with code FRONTSTRETCH. myplacehotels.com This racing season, be sure to Make My Place Your Place! Donate to Frontstretch here! frontstretch.com/donate Follow us on X: x.com/Frontstretch Follow Bryan Nolen on X:...