NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series Preview: LIUNA 150

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Date: Saturday, June 28, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM ET
Location: Lime Rock Park, Lakeville, Connecticut
Race: Round 15 of 23 in the 2025 NASCAR CRAFTSMAN Truck Series
Broadcast: FOX, SiriusXM NASCAR Radio

Track Overview: Lime Rock Park

Length: 1.53 miles

Turns: 7

Race Distance: 150 miles (approx. 98 laps)

Track Type: Road Course

First Truck Series Race at Lime Rock: 2025 (inaugural event)

Lime Rock Park is a tight, technical road course nestled in the hills of Connecticut. Known for its short lap length and flowing corners, it offers limited passing zones but rewards precision and rhythm. This marks the first-ever Truck Series race at Lime Rock, making it a historic and unpredictable event.

Key Storylines

Road Course Ringers Make Their Debut

Jordan Taylor, IMSA champion and road course ace, will debut in the No. 7 Spire Motorsports Chevrolet. His elite pedigree makes him an instant contender.

Thomas Annunziata, another road racing specialist, joins Taylor at Spire in the No. 07 Chevrolet.

William Lambros and Wesley Slimp also make their series debuts, adding intrigue to the rookie class.

Veterans vs. Young Guns

Layne Riggs, fresh off a win at Pocono, returns in the No. 34 Ford for Front Row Motorsports. He’ll look to carry momentum into a very different challenge.

Corey Heim (No. 11 TRICON Garage Toyota) is a championship frontrunner and has matured into a formidable road racer.

Matt Crafton and Ty Majeski, both ThorSport Racing veterans, bring experience and consistency to the field.

🇦🇺 International Flair

Cam Waters, Australian Supercars standout, returns in the No. 66 ThorSport Ford. His road course background could give him an edge on this twisty layout.

Entry List Highlights (Selected Drivers)

DriverTeamNotable Info
Jordan TaylorSpire MotorsportsIMSA star, road course debut
Corey HeimTRICON GarageTitle contender, road course savvy
Layne RiggsFront Row MotorsportsPocono winner, rising star
Matt CraftonThorSport RacingVeteran with road course experience
Cam WatersThorSport RacingSupercars driver, road course expert
Josh BilickiNiece MotorsportsRoad course veteran returns
Thomas AnnunziataSpire MotorsportsRoad course rookie debut

Strategy & Race Dynamics

Pit Strategy: Expect 1–2 stops depending on cautions and tire wear. Fuel windows will be tight, and track position will be critical.

Passing Zones: Turn 1 and the Uphill section offer the best overtaking opportunities.

Cautions: With 35 trucks on a narrow road course, expect multiple full-course yellows.

Top Contenders:

Jordan Taylor – Elite road course talent, even in his debut.

Corey Heim – Consistent and experienced, with playoff implications.

Ty Majeski – Strong on technical tracks and high in the standings.

Dark Horses:

Cam Waters – International experience could shine.

Josh Bilicki – Knows how to manage road course chaos.

Fantasy Tip: Prioritize drivers with road course experience or strong qualifying pace. Track position will be everything.

DRIVER                                                                 ODDS

Corey Heim                                                        + 150

Jordan Taylor                                                     + 550

Connor Mosack                                                + 900

Cameron Waters                                              + 1200

Daniel Hemric                                                   + 1400

Ty Majeski                                                          + 1400

Layne Riggs                                                        + 1400

Ben Rhodes                                                        + 1800

Chandler Smith                                                 + 2000

Tyler Ankrum                                                     + 2000

Grant Enfinger                                                  + 3500

Josh Bilicki                                                          + 4000

Thomas Annunziata                                        + 5000

Kaden Honeycutt                                             + 5000

Rajah Caruth                                                      + 5500

Andres Perez de Lara Gonzalez                  + 6500

Stewart Friesen                                                + 6500

Jake Garcia                                                         + 7500

Giovanni Ruggiero                                          + 8000

Tanner Gray                                                       + 10000

Matt Crafton                                                      + 10000

Alex Labbe                                                          + 15000

Matt Mills                                                           + 30000

William Lambros                                              + 35000

Wesley Slimp                                                     + 35000

Dawson Sutton                                                 + 35000

Dale Quarterley                                                + 40000

Jack Wood                                                          + 40000

Timmy Hill                                                          + 70000

Toni Breidinger                                                 + 100000

Spencer Boyd                                                    + 100000

Norm Benning                                                  + 100000

Frankie Muniz                                                   + 100000

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Friday, June 27, 2025