Why the #3 Returning to Cup is a Good Thing

As humans, we tend to cling to an idealism, that we like to call "Nostalgia". Being a racing fan, that idealism is amplified to an extreme level, where we latch onto whatever racing driver we have deemed our "favorite".

NASCAR has been overcome with a great sense of nostalgia in regards to their favorite drivers, that even extends to the driver's number! The prime example of that is Dale Earnhardt and the legendary number 3.

Now, I am appreciative of what Dale Earnhardt has accomplished, and truly regard to him as one of the NASCAR greats. There is no disputing that he is a legend, but it comes down to this question: Will Dale Earnhardt's legacy continue if another driver takes the mantle?