Justin Allgaier still believes in Jim Pohlman after Kyle Busch split
Justin Allgaier expressed continued confidence in Jim Pohlman as a crew chief despite Pohlman's short-lived role with Kyle Busch at Richard Childress Racing. The pairing lasted only 10 races before Busch reverted to Andy Street as crew chief. Allgaier believes Pohlman remains capable of winning in the right situation.
- ▪Jim Pohlman's tenure as crew chief for Kyle Busch lasted only 10 races before he was replaced by Andy Street.
- ▪Allgaier supported Pohlman's move to Richard Childress Racing and still believes he was the right choice for the job.
- ▪The driver-crew chief pairing struggled, leaving Busch 27th in the championship standings before the change was made.
- ▪Allgaier stated that while improvements could have been made, the outcome should not be solely attributed to Pohlman.
- ▪Allgaier maintains that Pohlman has the experience and ability to win races in the Cup Series under the right circumstances.
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