The 2006 NASCAR Banquet Awards was less than entertaining.
Usually I scoff at the countless critics who complain about the Annual NASCAR Awards Ceremony. I usually say- 'Get a Grip'. What kind of Awards ceremony is interesting anyway? None that I can think of. So why expect the NASCAR Awards Banquet to be as exciting as the Sharpie 500 at Bristol, or the Aaron's 499 at Talladega?
This year, however, I was bored stiff watching the ceremony. Jay Mohr was again moderately funny, and even saying that is being generous. His best joke of the night was when he referred to Jeff Gordon's new wife, Ingrid, as the next power forward for the Atlanta Hawks. And the Jimmie Johnson metorsexual crack was rather funny as well. But it was Kyle Busch who stole the show, at leat comedy-wise.
Everyone who watched the ceremony heard Kyle Busch refer to his girlfriend as Eva, his sister-in-law. Wow, talk about having to explain that one to not only his girlfriend, but his brother Kurt as well. But I cannot help but think that he purposely put his foot in his mouth just so the crowd would laugh, since the hired host couldn't do it.
Regardless, you have to admit, rather you like them or not, the Busch boys can get some good looking chicks.
Mohr's rendition of the Kasey Kahne All-State commercial was considered funny by some, but to me it was rather peculiar. Even Kahne appeared uncomfortable after viewing it.
Jewel's musical performance was decent, even though it had nothing to do with NASCAR. I guess since she has been featured in a recurring NASCAR commercial throughout the season, that must be the connection.
Anyway, I fell asleep before Jimmie Johnson even gave his championships speech.
Now, it's time for the off-season blogs.
