Joey Logano Reveals How NASCAR Aided His Masterful Trolling of MLB Legend Much to Dale Jr.’s Disappointment

The whole Texas Motor Speedway was electric with Joey Logano roaring to the checkered flag, earning his well-earned NASCAR victory. But it was the real fireworks in Victory Lane following the checkered flag, when two-time Cup Series champion Joey Logano drove into Victory Lane and set off a moment that had fans, critics, and even Dale Earnhardt Jr. buzzing with a pinch of amazement, laughter, and a dash of disappointment. This was not about racing so much as it was about a masterfully executed jab at MLB legend Chipper Jones, and it was done with the help of NASCAR itself, turning a simmering rivalry into a heartwarming cease-fire.

The story traces back to Talladega, where a controversial race sparked a heated online clash. Chipper Jones, the Atlanta Braves Hall of Famer, aimed at Logano’s aggressive behaviour towards his teammate Austin Cindric. Logano, never one to let a challenge slide, clapped back later, defending himself and escalating the beef. The internet erupted, with fans splitting into camps—some backing Jones’ callout, others rallying behind Logano’s fiery response. The feud simmered, but Logano’s Texas win changed everything.

Joey Logano reveals how NASCAR orchestrated the hilarious jab

A photo surfaced of him in Victory Lane, his face lit with a mischievous grin, sporting an Atlanta Braves hat—a blatant, playful dig at Jones. The image shared across platforms went viral, with fans and media outlets dubbing it the “sarcastic truce” of the season. Dale Jr., a racing legend and podcast host, was obsessed, determined to uncover the genius behind the stunt. On the Dale Jr. Download podcast, the air crackled with anticipation as Dale and co-host TJ Majors sat down with Logano to unravel the mystery. Dale, clearly enamored with the idea of Logano as a cunning mastermind, set the stage with palpable excitement. “I saw a photo of you in Victory Lane with an Atlanta Braves hat on,” he said, his voice brimming with curiosity.

“Did you, after last week and everything with Chipper on the internet, which is all now good, y’all kind of had a little back and forth, and everybody’s happy? But when you had that go down, did you get a Braves hat and stick it in your bag and take it to the racetrack, should you win?” Dale’s question painted Logano as a calculated troll, plotting his revenge since the Talladega spat. But Logano’s response flipped the script: “That was an idea in Victory Lane. I was there, and they called me, and we said, get a picture with a Braves hat on it. And just said it’s a Chipper. I’ve never had it.” TJ, unable to resist, spilled more details: “Lawyer Warren told me that Drew helped out with it.” Logano nodded, adding, “Drew did help out. There was somebody who works for NASCAR had the hat.”

I always knew you would become a 22 fan!
Thanks!!
Truce? https://t.co/LswPomkLp9 pic.twitter.com/OXTFFqIs4U

— Joey Logano (@joeylogano) May 6, 2025

The revelation landed like a plot twist in a Hollywood blockbuster. The hat wasn’t Logano’s, nor was the plan his brainchild. Instead, it was a spur-of-the-moment stroke of brilliance from his team, with a NASCAR staffer supplying the Braves hat in a flash of inspiration. Dale’s vision of Logano as the sole architect of the troll crumbled. “Damnit, TJ, don’t ruin it,” he groaned, his disappointment laced with laughter as TJ admitted he’d known the truth all along. The hat, it turned out, belonged to a quick-thinking NASCAR employee, and Logano’s crew seized the moment to transform a rivalry into a lighthearted jab. Dale, who’d been rooting for a tale of premeditated genius, couldn’t hide his letdown, but the story’s charm was undeniable.

The hat stunt didn’t stop in Victory Lane. Logano’s teammate, Austin Cindric, amplified the moment by posting a photo from a team debrief, capturing Logano in the background, still donning the Braves hat. Cindric’s caption, shared on X, was a masterclass in subtle humor, poking fun at the feud while showcasing team loyalty. Cindric’s post was a “response to Chipper Jones,” noting how it added fuel to the playful narrative. Logano later reflected on the timing, saying, “It was funny. Austin didn’t come in with that Braves Hat yesterday. If he did that last week, it wouldn’t be that funny.”

The move was perfectly timed, catching Jones off guard in a way that felt more like a friendly nudge than a jab. Even Chipper, initially thrown by the photo, responded with grace. Logano, scrolling through social media at 5 a.m. the next morning, spotted Jones’ tweet: a kind message congratulating him on the win. “I saw he tweeted something nice to me, and I’m like, oh, jeez, of course he said something nice,” Logano shared, admitting he’d been unsure how to handle the gesture amid his post-race whirlwind.

Even Denny Hamlin, a fellow NASCAR star, jumped to Logano’s defense, telling, “People want to poo-poo social media, but Joey handled it right.” The hat, a simple prop, became a symbol of Logano’s ability to navigate drama with humor, with NASCAR’s unexpected assistance making it all possible. For Logano, the Texas victory was more than a trophy—it was a chance to show that racing is about heart, wit, and connection.

The Braves hat, borrowed in a fleeting moment, became a bridge between two sports worlds, proving that sometimes, the best wins happen off the track. Dale Jr. may have been a little heartbroken that Logano didn’t orchestrate the troll single-handedly, but for fans, the story was pure gold, a reminder of why they love NASCAR’s unpredictable spirit.

Champion Joey Logano still doesn’t get the same love as Dale Jr.

Nothing gets hearts racing more than the sound of the crowd—especially when it erupts into a chorus of boos for Joey Logano. The two-time Cup Series champion, who won his third championship in 2024, is not just a driver; he’s a lightning rod for fan frustration and passion. On his Happy Hour podcast, NASCAR legend Kevin Harvick peeled back the layers of why Logano irritates fans, and it’s a story of hard racing, old wounds, and a sport that thrives on raw emotion.

Harvick didn’t hold back, saying, “Joey Logano is going to get booed because he drives for Team Penske, he’s aggressive, and he’s won a lot.”Logano’s aggressive driving style—daring, fearless, and occasionally brutal—has brought a legacy of indelible moments. One of the largest was in 2015 at Martinsville, when Logano spun Matt Kenseth out in a maneuver that robbed Kenseth of a championship opportunity. “That’s a moment fans don’t forget,” Harvick said, and he’s right. Kenseth’s fans still seethe over it.

Then there’s the 2018 Martinsville race, where Logano bumped Martin Truex Jr. out of the lead, a move that hit hard for fans of Truex and his friend Dale Earnhardt Jr. “He’s always been aggressive, and that’s what makes him great, but it also makes him a target,” Harvick added. Those incidents, plus Logano’s ties to the powerhouse Team Penske, paint him as the perfect villain in a sport where loyalty runs deep.

Things got heated when Harvick’s podcast dared to compare Logano to Dale Earnhardt Sr., the sport’s ultimate icon. Fans on X erupted. One wrote, “Please never compare Dale Earnhardt to Joey Logano. Dale raced with heart, not dirty tricks.” Another vented, “Joey’s aggression feels cheap, not like Dale’s grit.” The backlash was fierce, with fans arguing that Earnhardt’s hard-nosed style carried a respect that Logano’s lacks. The comparison stung because Earnhardt’s legacy is sacred, and Logano’s brash approach feels like a betrayal of that old-school honor to many.

Harvick stood his ground, though, offering a cold dose of truth: “Fans don’t like change. They love their heroes, and Joey’s the guy they love to hate.” He’s not wrong. NASCAR fans cling to their favorites—Earnhardt, Kenseth, Truex—and Logano’s victories feel like punches to the gut. His 2024 championship cemented his greatness, but it also fueled the boos.

Every jeer carries the weight of past races, personal loyalties, and a sport where emotions run as hot as the engines. Logano keeps winning, driving through the noise with that same aggression that makes him a champion—and a target. As a fan, I’m torn between admiring his skill and feeling the sting of those old grudges. That’s NASCAR: a wild, emotional ride that keeps me coming back.

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