Kvapil claims pole, but many don't care Oct 5, 2008
Casey Mears will start second, with Dale Earnhardt Inc. teammates Aric Almirola, Regan Smith and Paul Menard lined up third through fifth. But aside from Sam Hornish Jr. and Patrick Carpentier, who didn't make the 43-car field based on their speed, what happened Saturday will make very little difference today. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Non-title contenders fill top 11 spots in Talladega qualifying Oct 5, 2008
Casey Mears will start second with Dale Earnhardt Inc. teammates Aric Almirola, Regan Smith and Paul Menard third through fifth. But aside from Sam Hornish Jr. and Patrick Carpentier, who didnt make the 43-car field, what happened Saturday will make very little difference on Sunday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Auto Racing. Kvapil on Talladega pole Oct 5, 2008
364 mph, barely edging Casey Mears for the top spot. Mears piloted his Chevrolet around the superspeedway in 51. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Stewart still searching for first win Oct 5, 2008
Before Casey Mears becomes a first-time father, he had an overdue delivery of his own: a season-high second place start at Talladega Superspeedway. Mears' girlfriend, Trisha Grablander, could deliver any day now and contingency plans are in place to get the Hendrick Motorsports driver at the delivery room in time for the birth. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Talladega notebook: Earnhardt runs into trouble Oct 4, 2008
Casey Mears is expecting the birth of his first child so Brad Keselowski finished the second practice in Mears' car to get him track time in case he's needed this weekend. 2008 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Bruce MartinINSIDE RACING Oct 4, 2008
Miller, who couldn't be reached for comment on Friday, is involved with some of the top drivers in Sprint Cup, including two-time champion and current points leader Jimmie Johnson, as well as Clint Bowyer and Casey Mears. Miller previously represented Kyle Busch, but he and Busch had a well-publicized split in June 2007 when Hendrick Motorsports decided not to retain Busch as one of its drivers. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Unpredictable Talladega awais Chase contenders Oct 3, 2008
Hendrick did not help the situation at DEI when it hired Mark Martin to drive the No. 5 car in 2009 that is being left vacant by Casey Mears at the end of this year. Martin currently drives the No. 1 US Army car for DEI and with Martin leaving, the Army might be marching on too. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
NASCAR-Sprint Cup-Sylvania 300 Results Sep 15, 2008
(25) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 269, 54. 6, 52, $88,175. (International Herald Tribune -- Sports)
Sylvania 300 lineup Sep 14, 2008
25 5 Casey Mears Chevrolet. 26 38 David Gilliland Ford. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
NASCAR qualifying washed out Sep 13, 2008
(5) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 2008 Owner Points 25th. 26. (USA Today -- Sports)
A threatening Hanna pushes back NASCAR Sep 6, 2008
Grubb was crew chief in 2007 for Casey Mears, and also filled in for Chad Knaus and ran Jimmie Johnson's team during Knaus' four-race suspension in 2006. INSIDE SPORTS. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Grubb To Serve As Stewart's Crew Chief In 2009 Sep 6, 2008
Grubb spent the 2007 season as crew chief for Casey Mears, who captured his first Cup victory last year in the Coca-Cola 600 at the Lowe's Motor Speedway. The 32-year-old Floyd, VA native had been Hendrick since 1993. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Stewart names new crew chief Sep 6, 2008
Last season, Grubb served as crew chief for Hendrick driver Casey Mears and the two earned a victory at the Coca-Cola 600. Grubb moved back into the engineering manager position at the beginning of this season. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Big race could vault Hamlin into title contention Sep 6, 2008
Grubb was Casey Mears crew chief last year for the No. 25 car and was put on the sidelines this year by Hendrick to make room for Tony Eury, Jr, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. s crew chiefs ... Casey Mears left a few years ago, then Jamie McMurray, and now Sorenson. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
LAST ONES IN: Can Gordon and Stewart make the Chase? Sep 5, 2008
Kasey Kahne (40/1): If Kahne winds up missing the Chase, Casey Mears' spotter better enter the Witness Protection Program. It was a supposed mistake by Eddie Masencup that caused Mears to drift into the No. 55 of Michael Waltrip at Bristol, causing a multi-car wreck that made an innocent victim out of Kahne and dropped him right out of the Top 12. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Waltrip annoyed by telecast remarks Aug 31, 2008
Bowyer thought Waltrip started the multicar accident on Lap 215 of the race, when in reality it was Casey Mears. But ESPN elected to run Bowyer's remarks over his team radio blaming Waltrip. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Lars AndersonINSIDE NASCAR Aug 27, 2008
Casey Mears was ahead of Kahne when Mears' spotter told him that he was "clear" and could move up to the high line ... Casey Mears will drive for RCR in 2008. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
New format set for Budweiser Shootout Aug 27, 2008
Casey Mears moves to the No. 07 and could compete if the No. 07 finishes in the top six, as could whoever replaces Newman in the No. 12 Penske Racing Dodge. Ditto for 18-year-old Joey Logano, who replaces Stewart in the No. 20 Joe Gibbs Racing Toyota. (Florida Today)
Gibbs confident 18-year-old can replace Stewart Aug 26, 2008
So when Gibbs allowed Stewart out of the final year of his contract, he had little interest in pursuing free-agent drivers Ryan Newman, Casey Mears, Martin Truex Jr. or other veterans. There were other options, but I think for the long-term and whats in the best interest of JGR, The Home Depot and our whole team, Joey was the guy, said J.D. Gibbs, JGR president and Joe Gibbs son. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Logano, 18, picked to replace Stewart in No. 20 Aug 26, 2008
" Logano, of Middletown, Conn., has starred at every level since his father, Tom, strapped him into a go-kart at age 4. He was racing quarter midgets at 6 and later won 14 straight races in Legends Cars. He won the NASCAR Busch East Series title last year and won the first ARCA race he competed in earlier this year. The driver who veteran Mark Martin called "the real deal" -- when he was 15 -- finished sixth in his Nationwide debut on May 31, a week after he turned 18. He captured the pole in... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Edwards Defends Sharpie 500 Title At Bristol Aug 25, 2008
Casey Mears got turned around after he hit the front end of Michael Waltrip. Mears slammed the wall while several drivers, including Kahne, hit him in the process. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Mears Joining Rcr In 2009, Bowyer Switching Teams Aug 25, 2008
Casey Mears will drive the No.07 Chevrolet starting next year, while Clint Bowyer will move to Childress' new No.33 Chevrolet team. related stories. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Notebook: Burton, Kahne fall in Chase standings Aug 24, 2008
Kahne, who started the night 11th in points, was caught up in an accident that started when Casey Mears tried to move into the front of a line of cars, clipped the one of Michael Waltrip right behind him and triggered impact that sent cars spinning and banging all over ... "We just took out a bunch of cars for no reason, and ourselves. I'm pretty upset about it.''The mess caused a red flag delay of 12 minutes, 19 seconds.The race was also a bust for Jimmie Johnson, who was involved in an early... (MSNBC -- Sports)
Auto Racing: Aug 24, 2008
The accident started when Casey Mears got hit by Michael Waltrip along the frontstretch. Waltrip rear-ended Mears at Richmond in May but Mears blamed his spotter, not Waltrip, for yesterday's crash. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Edwards bumps way to Bristol win Aug 24, 2008
" Kahne's accident knocked him to 13th in the standings - one spot beyond the top-12 cutoff for the Chase. He was involved in a seven-car crash that also left Bowyer with significant damage. Casey Mears cut in front of Michael Waltrip's car on the frontstretch, turning both in front of on-coming traffic. Cars driven by Reed Sorenson, Robby Gordon and Hornish also were involved. The accident was so widespread, NASCAR red-flagged the race for 12 minutes. Mears accepted blame for the pileup. "We... (Athens Banner-Herald)
Stater Bros. Racefest Returns to Auto Club Speedway in Fontana Aug 23, 2008
Drivers scheduled to appear between 6:15 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with 350 autograph tickets available per driver include: A.J. Allmendinger Brad Coleman Richard Petty Marcos Ambrose Bobby Labonte Brian Vickers Kelly Bires Joey Logano Michael Waltrip Kurt Busch Casey Mears Drivers scheduled to appear between 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m., with 300 autograph tickets available per driver include: Greg Biffle David Ragan There will also be a special appearance by NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion Jeff Gordon on stage at... (PR Newswire)
CHANGES NEEDED: How Penske can join the Big Four Aug 20, 2008
With Casey Mears apparently headed for the fourth car at Richard Childress next season, the music stopped and Penske was left standing without a partner that has won a race in Sprint Cup. That would seem to leave David Stremme, Penske's test driver, as the top candidate for the No. 12. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Notebook: Earnhardt Jr. has another inconsistent day Aug 18, 2008
"We are falling behind getting into the Chase and need to be more consistent ... we just can't seem to get there - every week 00004000 it's something. ... At this point, we don't deserve to be in the Chase.''He might not make it.With three races remaining until the start of the stock car postseason, Hamlin is 12th, the final spot in the Chase, just 26 points ahead of Clint Bowyer and David Ragan, tied for 13th.---DRIVER CHANGES: The Cup garage continued to buzz Sunday with talk of a few more... (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR-Sprint Cup-3M Performance 400 Results Aug 18, 2008
(29) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 199, 69. 7, 109, $93,150. (International Herald Tribune)
SETTING THE FIELD SNAPSHOTS FROM THE LATEST IN AUTO RACING Aug 14, 2008
Casey Mears and Ryan Newman are reported to be the next drivers whose 2009 plans are to be announced ... And reports also indicate Casey Mears soon will be announced as the driver of the new fourth car at Richard Childress Racing. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Truex remaining with DEI was minor surprise Aug 9, 2008
Casey Mears has been linked to both openings and Penske test driver and former Ganassi driver David Stremme is in line for the No. 12 opening. Don't be surprised if Dario Franchitti becomes a part of this process before all is said and done. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
Stewart happy with runner-up finish Aug 4, 2008
Two of the leading candidates for the RCR ride appear to be Casey Mears, who will leave Hendrick Motorsports at the end of the season, and Martin Truex Jr., whose future at Dale Earnhardt Inc. remains up in the air. . (MSNBC -- Sports)
Notes: Stewart happy with finish; Harvick's day Aug 4, 2008
Notes: Stewart happy with 2nd place - Racing - SI.com. Posted: Sunday August 3, 2008 11:24PM; Updated: Sunday August 3, 2008 11:24PM. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Mark BeechRACING FAN Aug 2, 2008
Casey Mears talks about the difficulties of racing at Pocono: "Pocono can be really frustrating. It's nearly impossible to get your car perfect throughout the entire track. So you have to be able to give some of the handling in one turn, to get better handling in parts of the track where it's a little more important. You want your car to be the best in Turn 3, so that you can exit that turn well and get all the speed you can down the long frontstretch.". PIT STOPS. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
After Indy debacle, Indy had better move fast on tires Aug 1, 2008
Other top drivers still to cement deals for 09 are Martin Truex Jr., Jamie McMurray, Casey Mears and Bobby Labonte. Sounds like McMurray might go over to Yates and Bobby Labonte will stay where he is at with Petty. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
MATCH GAME: Picking trades for annual rite of 'Silly Season' Jul 31, 2008
Casey Mears to the No. 12 Dodge at Penske Racing: Sure, test driver David Stremme is the logical choice to replace Newman. He's familiar with the system, the personnel, the cars. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
McMurray says he'll be back at Roush Fenway in '09 Jul 28, 2008
The two-year deal to replace Casey Mears means Martin will put off again his postracing career. Martin admits the decision to retire whenever it comes will be a difficult one. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
Benson: Brickyard edge goes to Kyle Busch Jul 26, 2008
Notebook: Casey Mears back home at Brickyard. Add NASCAR headlines to your news reader. (MSNBC -- Sports)
NASCAR free agency primed to heat up Jul 23, 2008
Casey Mears is on the market now that Mark Martin has nabbed his ride at Hendrick, and Martin Truex Jr. has yet to come to terms with Dale Earnhardt Inc. on his 2009 option year. One of the two could end up in Childress No. 33, a ride loaded with potential but also with risks because it will start next season outside the top 35 in points. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Brilliant start for Busch Jul 17, 2008
Casey Mears moved into the No. 5 car that Kyle Busch vacated at Hendrick Motorsports after last season. Mears struggled and was racking up more frustration than points. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Ryan Newman's Career At Penske Raci... Jul 16, 2008
"I appreciate Penske Racing and all they have done for me, but more importantly, I appreciate their friendship and what they have done for my career, said Newman in a press release. While Newman has a handful of options as to his future, Penske Racing may be limited as sponsorship issues, as well as performance issues could turn away key drivers. Martin Truex, Jr., if he become available, is the top free agent and would be a solid replacement for Newman. Casey Mears, David Stremme, and Michael... (Suite101.com)
Victory Lane Jul 14, 2008
(25) Casey Mears, Chevy, 266, $100,02534. (33) Regan Smith, Chevy, 266, $88,87535. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Racing roundup: Hamlin leads team to another win Jul 6, 2008
Martin, who has finished second in the championship standings four times in his 26-year career, will take over for Casey Mears, who last week was given his release after this season. Martin, 49, will join three other drivers on Hendrick's team, the all-star lineup of Jimmie Johnson, the reigning series champion; Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr.. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
CRASH, BAM, BUSCH Jul 6, 2008
Four laps after that, Jeff Burton and Casey Mears crashed trying to avoid Yeley after his car bobbled coming to the tri-oval. Boris Said then brought out another caution with 12 laps remaining with a spin along the frontstretch. (Florida Times-Union)
A full-time commitment Jul 5, 2008
"Martin, 49, a four-time runner-up for the series championship, will replace Casey Mears in the No. 5, and he will be paired with crew chief Alan Gustafson. In 2010, Martin will scale back to a 26-race schedule and split time with an unnamed driver.Martin had a similar position at DEI, where he shared time in the No. 8 car with Aric Almirola, who will take over full time next year."I had so much fun this year driving the No. 8 car that I really would have loved to have driven a 26-race schedule... (Boston Globe)
Martin joins Hendrick, replacing Mears in '09 Jul 5, 2008
Martin announced a two-year deal Friday to replace Casey Mears in Hendricks No. 5 Chevrolet. Next season will be a full schedule, and hell scale back down to a split ride in 2010. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Auto racing notebook Jul 5, 2008
Martin announced a two-year deal Friday to replace Casey Mears in Hendrick's No. 5 Chevrolet ... (5) Casey Mears, Chevrolet, 184. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Martin joins Hendrick for one last shot at title Jul 5, 2008
" Martin announced a two-year deal Friday to replace Casey Mears in Hendrick's No. 5 Chevrolet. Next season will be a full schedule, and he'll scale back down to a split ride in 2010. Rick Hendrick said the team could use either Brad Keselowski or Landon Cassill, who both currently drive in the Nationwide Series. But in stepping into Hendrick's elite program -- the program has won 11 championships in NASCAR's top three divisions since 1984 -- Martin gets a bona fide chance to win the title that... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Martin joins Hendrick team Jul 5, 2008
Martin's decision to replace Casey Mears at Hendrick Motorsports came as no surprise to other drivers. "I think eight or 10 years from now he will still be able to win championships. He's just that competitive," Tony Stewart said. (Florida Times-Union)
The 400 is more fun Jul 5, 2008
" Martin, who announced earlier Friday that he will replace Casey Mears in the No. 5 Chevrolet at Hendrick Motorsports next year, said his team also worked on race setup. The fast qualifying speed came as a surprise. "We have a really good car here," he said. "I was able to pass cars on the outside in practice, without help. If the car races anything like it practiced on the last run, we are going to have some big fun [tonight. (Florida Times-Union)
NASCAR is slowed by tough economy Jul 4, 2008
Casey Mears, who reportedly will join Franchitti without a ride as early as this weekend, is 23rd; Robby Gordon is 33rd, another Indy 500 winner, Sam Hornish Jr., is 34th; Patrick Carpentier is 38th; A.J. Allmendinger is 40th. Another former Indy 500 winner, Jacques Villeneuve, announced he would join NASCAR this season but has yet to start a race. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Moss relishes chance to win on the track Jul 4, 2008
"We're just taking a step back and going to take a couple [of] years and just really focus on our two trucks and see where the Nationwide thing goes as far as the rules packages."HENDRICK WILL TAB MARTIN: Hendrick Motorsports plans to introduce NASCAR veteran Mark Martin today as the new driver of its No. 5 Chevrolet in 2009, replacing driver Casey Mears, the Observer has learned. Martin plans to run one more full season in an attempt to win his first Cup championship and will likely split at... (News & Observer -- Sports)
Tim TuttleINSIDE NASCAR Jul 3, 2008
Mark Martin is almost certain, "99 percent" according to once source, to replace the released Casey Mears in the No. 5 at Hendrick Motorsports for the entire 2009 schedule. Mears, a source says, has been contacted by four teams. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Sprint Cup midseason grades ... Jul 3, 2008
8 Chevrolet), Casey Mears (No. 5 Chevrolet), Jamie McMurray (No. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Racin' With Russ Jul 3, 2008
From Rumorville - This department is in overdrive these days with the first domino falling from the Hendrick Motorsports' announcement concerning Casey Mears' contract ending after 2008. While the rumors are rampant, they range from Mark Martin in a one-year shot at that elusive Cup title driving the No. 5 to the seasoned veteran sharing driving duties with Brad Keselowski to Tony Stewart driving the No. 5. (Altivista Journal, VA)
Arkansas State hires Raffo Jul 2, 2008
Your browsers security settings are preventing some features from appearing. STARKVILLE Former Mississippi State assistant baseball coach Tommy Raffo was introduced Tuesday as Arkansas State's new head coach. (The Clarion-Ledger)
Ganassi puts the brakes on Franchitti's team Jul 2, 2008
NASCAR driver Dario Franchitti, top (40), spins out as Casey Mears (5) drives past during the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Lenox Industrial Tools 301 auto race Sunday, June 29, 2008 in Loudon, N.H. Kurt Busch won the race. (AP Photo/Mary Schwalm). (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Mears looking for work Jul 1, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) - If nice guys got all the best NASCAR rides, Casey Mears would have a job for life ... "I am a big Casey Mears fan and I always will be. But this is the part of this business that I hate. "In almost everything I do, I preach and practice loyalty and friendship. (Andalusia Star News, AL)
In the Pits: Casey Mears looking for work Jul 1, 2008
CHARLOTTE, N.C. If nice guys got all the best NASCAR rides, Casey Mears would have a job for life ... I am a big Casey Mears fan and I always will be. (San Diego Union-Tribune -- Sports)
WET, WACKY RACE: Five lessons from New Hampshire Jul 1, 2008
Rumors are already rampant that Roush could release him with one year left on his contract, sending McMurray in the tire tracks of what Rick Hendrick just did with an underperforming Casey Mears. Now, with McMurray dropping to 24th in the standings -- seventh-best of the seven-car Roush/Yates Partnership -- there's more than enough reasons for him to get the pink slip. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Mears facing unemployment after owner changes direction Jul 1, 2008
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His chances took a turn for the worst Jun 30, 2008
"The No. 18's crumpled conclusion, however, was an appropriate ending for a car that wasn't nearly as strong as it has been for most of the season. Busch entered yesterday's race with a 103-point lead over second-place driver Jeff Burton. Two years ago at New Hampshire Motor Speedway, Busch won this event after leading 107 laps. Joe Gibbs Racing teammates Tony Stewart and Denny Hamlin had also enjoyed success at NHMS, with the No. 20 posting two career Loudon wins and the No. 11 winning once.But... (Boston Globe)
Busch stays on track for rain-shortened NASCAR win Jun 30, 2008
The rain that had been threatening began falling moments later and, moments after the cars were red-flagged onto pit lane just before completing lap 285, NASCAR called the race, leaving Busch on top, ahead of Michael Waltrip, J.J. Yeley, Martin Truex Jr., Elliott Sadler, Reed Sorenson and Casey Mears, all of whom had stayed on track during the previous caution. Late Saturday. (Cleveland.com -- Sports)
Auto Racing: Kurt Busch's late strategy, luck pays off in the rain (06/30/2008) Jun 30, 2008
" Stewart, who dominated the second half of the race on the 1.058-mile oval, held off a challenge from two-time reigning Cup champion Jimmie Johnson late in the race and appeared on the way to his first victory since August at Watkins Glen, N.Y. But Stewart and most of the other drivers who had been racing at the front of the pack did not have enough gas to get to the end. The rain that had been threatening for much of the afternoon began falling during lap 280 and, moments after the cars were... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
NASCAR: Rain-Shortened Win Goes To Busch Jun 30, 2008
NASCAR called the race, leaving Busch on top, ahead of Michael Waltrip, J.J. Yeley, Martin Truex Jr., Elliott Sadler, Reed Sorenson and Casey Mears, all of whom had stayed on track during the previous caution. Copyright 2008 by. (Click2Houston, TX)
