Brad Keselowski Directs the 2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series into the second race of the playoffs at Richmond Raceway on Sunday for the Federated Auto Parts 400.

Keselowski, clearly pulling inspiration from other multi-race winners this season, won his third race in a row during the initial event of this postseason, pulling him forward on the leaderboard for the time being.

The outcomes through a week pose some intriguing questions and lessons, the bigger of the latter being simple enough—regular-season wins don’t necessarily equate to postseason success. Kevin Harvick and Kyle Busch might have 13 combined checkered flags, but it’s Keselowski in charge of the postseason so far.

Saturday presents another opportunity for those without a playoff win so far, while the rear end of the leaderboard must begin considering the looming cut afternoon.

Viewing Details

Where: Richmond Raceway

When: Saturday, 7:30 p.m. ET

Watch: NBCSN

Live Stream: NBC Sports Live

Tickets: StubHub

Federated Auto Parts 400

Note: Qualifying is Friday. Entry checklist.

2018 Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Standings

1. Brad Keselowski 2069
2. Martin Truex Jr. 2087
3. Kyle Busch 2085
4. Kevin Harvick 2060
5. Joey Logano 2056
6. Kurt Busch 2046
7. Ryan Blaney 2042
8. Kyle Larson 2041
9. Aric Almirola 2034
10. Austin Dillon 2031
11. Clint Bowyer 2029
12. Alex Bowman 2028
13. Jimmie Johnson 2022
14. Chase Elliott 2019
15. Erik Jones 2009
16. Denny Hamlin 2008

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