Carl Edwards signed for role in NASCAR broadcast team
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Carl Edwards is returning to the world of NASCAR
New for 2025, Amazon Prime Video will air exclusive NASCAR Cup Series races. They have a five-race agreement beginning in May at Charlotte Motor Speedway.
The broadcast booth will see Dale Earnhardt Jr, Adam Alexander and race analyst Steve Letarte. All three of those positions were announced last year.
They all join pit reporters Kim Coon and Marty Snider.
Announced today, Carl Edwards will also be on the team with the pre-race and post-race shows. Edwards along with Corey LaJoie and host Danielle Trotta.
Trevor Bayne has also been signed to the Prime Video crew.
Edwards abruptly retired from the NASCAR Cup Series ahead of the 2017. His reasons for retirement remained a mystery until recently when he disclosed details during his Hall of Fame speech.
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Dale Earnhardt Jr comments
"I'm honored to be a part of Prime Video's entry into NASCAR," said Earnhardt Jr.
"It is an exciting opportunity to have the chance to give our NASCAR fan base yet another way to watch the sport and to be a part of the innovation that Prime Video is going to bring to our sport and the fans."
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Alex Strand, Sr comments
"We're thrilled to introduce Carl, Trevor, Kim, and Marty to our NASCAR on Prime Video team," said Alex Strand, Sr. coordinating producer at Prime Video stated via the release.
"Carl's Hall-of-Fame career, combined with the extensive experience of Trevor, Kim, and Marty, bring an unparalleled authenticity to our coverage. Their deep knowledge and genuine passion will resonate with fans and elevate the NASCAR viewing experience. We look forward to showcasing our entire announce team when we debut in just a few short months."
New NASCAR TV Deal: Fox, NBC, Amazon Prime, TNT through 2031
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Sunday, May 25
Coca-Cola 600
Charlotte Motor Speedway
Sunday, June 1
Nashville Superspeedway
Sunday, June 8
Firekeepers Casino 400
Michigan International Speedway
Sunday, June 15
NASCAR Cup Series Race at Mexico City
Autodromo Hermanos Rodriguez
Sunday, June 22
NASCAR Cup Series Race
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