Kyle Busch maintained the points lead after finishing third in the Cup race at Michigan International Speedway, but he lost ground where it mattered the most by failing to win the race or a stage.
Kevin Harvick gained seven playoff points by winning both stages and taking the overall victory. Harvick currently has 40 playoff points to Busch’s 35.
Martin Truex Jr. maintained his third position, but lost 31 points to Harvick.
Kurt Busch and Clint Bowyer round out the top five.