NASCAR Barometer: Hamlin Owns Michigan

Joey Logano led the field to Sunday's green flag on the newly repaved Pocono Raceway. He also led the opening caution-filled laps in a strong start for the driver who had been struggling until scoring two top-10s in the last three races. Little did we know that he would end the day on top in Victory Lane.

Pit road speeding penalties dominated the headlines throughout the first half of the race. Many drivers fell afoul of the timing lines, some more than once. When the dust settled, however, Logano became the first driver to win from pole in the last 31 races.

The tricky triangle of Pocono gives way this week to the wide-open oval of Michigan International Speedway. Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch split the race victories at this track ...

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