Kansas Speedway will welcome a crowded field for the NASCAR Xfinity Series Kansas Lottery 300 as 39 entries chase 38 starting spots. Saturday’s race, the 28th of 33 events in the 2025 schedule, promises a tense qualifying session that will send one team home before the green flag waves. With notable part-time appearances and fresh faces joining series regulars, the lineup blends championship contenders with drivers eager to make a mark on the 1.5-mile oval.
Key Highlights
- 39 cars entered for the Kansas Lottery 300 with only 38 starting positions available.
- Justin Bonsignore replaces Bristol winner Aric Almirola in the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota.
- High-profile part-time entries include Rajah Caruth, Brenden Queen, and Patrick Staropoli.
- Two rides remain TBA: No. 35 for Joey Gase Motorsports and No. 91 for DGM Racing.
- Race 28 of 33 in the 2025 Xfinity season runs Saturday at Kansas Speedway.
Tight Entry List and Qualifying Pressure
The Kansas Lottery 300 will feature more cars than the field can hold, a rarity late in the season. With 39 entries for 38 starting spots, Saturday’s qualifying gains added weight as one team will miss the cut. The NASCAR Xfinity Series allows 38 starters, ensuring competition for that final grid position will be fierce. Teams know a single misstep could mean an early trip home despite a strong season effort.
Notable Driver Changes and Debuts
Justin Bonsignore steps into the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota GR Supra with primary sponsorship from M3 Technology. He replaces Aric Almirola, who captured the Bristol victory two weeks ago.
Several eye-catching part-time efforts add intrigue, including Rajah Caruth driving the No. 17 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet, Brenden Queen in the No. 11 Kaulig Racing machine, and Patrick Staropoli piloting the No. 24 Toyota for Sam Hunt Racing. Young talents like Austin Green in the No. 32 Jordan Anderson Racing Chevrolet and Kole Raz with AM Racing’s No. 76 entry bring fresh energy to the lineup.
| Entry | Car | Driver |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 00 | Sheldon Creed |
| 2 | 07 | Nick Leitz |
| 3 | 1 | Carson Kvapil |
| 4 | 2 | Jesse Love |
| 5 | 4 | Parker Retzlaff |
| 6 | 7 | Justin Allgaier |
| 7 | 8 | Sammy Smith |
| 8 | 10 | Daniel Dye |
| 9 | 11 | Brenden Queen |
| 10 | 14 | Garrett Smithley |
| 11 | 16 | Christian Eckes |
| 12 | 17 | Rajah Caruth |
| 13 | 18 | William Sawalich |
| 14 | 19 | Justin Bonsignore |
| 15 | 20 | Brandon Jones |
| 16 | 21 | Austin Hill |
| 17 | 24 | Patrick Staropoli |
| 18 | 25 | Harrison Burton |
| 19 | 26 | Dean Thompson |
| 20 | 27 | Jeb Burton |
| 21 | 28 | Kyle Sieg |
| 22 | 31 | Blaine Perkins |
| 23 | 32 | Austin Green |
| 24 | 35 | TBA |
| 25 | 39 | Ryan Sieg |
| 26 | 41 | Sam Mayer |
| 27 | 42 | Anthony Alfredo |
| 28 | 44 | Brennan Poole |
| 29 | 45 | Mason Massey |
| 30 | 48 | Nick Sanchez |
| 31 | 51 | Jeremy Clements |
| 32 | 53 | Joey Gase |
| 33 | 54 | Taylor Gray |
| 34 | 70 | Leland Honeyman |
| 35 | 71 | Ryan Ellis |
| 36 | 76 | Kole Raz |
| 37 | 88 | Connor Zilisch |
| 38 | 91 | TBA |
| 39 | 99 | Matt DiBenedetto |
Team Strategy and Remaining Unknowns
Two entries remain officially unnamed: the No. 35 for Joey Gase Motorsports and the No. 91 for DGM Racing. Their final driver announcements will complete a field already stacked with contenders such as series regulars Justin Allgaier, Jesse Love, Carson Kvapil, and Sam Mayer.
Each team must balance qualifying speed with race-day durability. The Kansas track’s abrasive surface and long green-flag runs often punish cars that lack both handling and power, making setup choices critical.
Championship Picture and Race Details
With only six races remaining, championship hopefuls see Kansas as a pivotal point. Points leader Sheldon Creed in the Haas Factory Team Ford, JR Motorsports teammates Justin Allgaier and Sammy Smith, and Richard Childress Racing’s Jesse Love all look to strengthen playoff positioning. The Kansas Lottery 300 takes the green flag Saturday, September 27, with television coverage on USA Network and radio coverage from Motor Racing Network and SiriusXM NASCAR Radio Channel 90. Every lap matters as the chase for the 2025 title tightens.
News in Brief: Kansas Xfinity Race Lineup: 39 Entries, One Team Will Miss Out
The 2025 NASCAR Xfinity Series Kansas Lottery 300 draws 39 entries for 38 starting spots, guaranteeing one team will miss the field after qualifying. Justin Bonsignore substitutes for Bristol winner Aric Almirola in the No. 19 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. Notable part-time drivers include Rajah Caruth, Brenden Queen, Patrick Staropoli, Austin Green, and Kole Raz. Two rides remain unfilled, the No. 35 and No. 91. The race is set for Saturday, September 27 at Kansas Speedway.
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