There was no outlook written for Patrick Staropoli in 2025. Check out the latest news below for more on his current fantasy value.
Car No. 48 Chevrolet
Crew Chief Patrick Donahue
Moving to Big Machine Racing
XFINITY Series
December 23, 2025
Staropoli is continuing his journey into the stock car racing world. In 2026, he will replace Nick Sanchez as the full-time driver of the No. 48 Big Machine Racing Chevrolet, Motorsport.com reports.
ANALYSIS Staropoli made just four Truck Series starts last season and only four in the O'Reilly Series as well. The 36-year-old driver managed a pair of Top 20's in that effort in NASCAR's junior division. Staropoli now gets a big chance to kickstart his racing career as he takes over the No. 48 Chevrolet full-time for the 2026 season.
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