Hailie Deegan’s Racing Career in Threat; Will She Recover?

Deegan's Turbulent Xfinity Tenure

Hailie Deegan's NASCAR Xfinity Series tenure has been challenging, facing performance issues with AM Racing's No. 15 Ford.

Deegan's Xfinity Series Struggles

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Joey Logano's Replacement Decision

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Logano's Evaluation of AM Racing

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Impact on Deegan's Confidence

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Potential Return to Trucks Series

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Exploring Dirt Racing Opportunities

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Part-Time Role at Joe Gibbs Racing

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Leveraging TRD Pipeline Connection

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Season Struggles and Reactions

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