Hendrick relishes impending 4-peat Nov 18, 2009
I love em all, said Hendrick, who scored something of a coup that season when he announced he had signed Dale Earnhardt Jr. to drive for his team. I want to settle it on the track. (Boston Globe)
TomBowlesNascar Power Rankings Johnson tops Power Rankings with one week left in Chase. Nov 18, 2009
"No matter what you throw in the car," he says, "I'm the best of the worst or the worst of the best." But if Hamlin's track record is mediocre, I'd hate to see what label Dale Earnhardt, Jr.'s season would get ... " If only his driver would be just as optimistic. 9Last Week: 4 Tony Stewart A strong season has soured in a hurry for NASCAR's first-year owner/driver. With just one top-five finish in the last six races, he's slipped to fifth in points, struggling to keep up with his counterparts at... (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
LarsAndersonInside Racing Only one thing can keep Jimmie Johnson from a Sprint Cup title. Nov 17, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. s crew was in a car crash before the race at PIR on Sunday ... The season of woe continues for Dale Earnhardt Jr.. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Keselowski is cautioned Nov 16, 2009
Patrick is reportedly in the final stages of a contract that would partner her on a limited Nationwide Series schedule with JR Motorsports, the team owned by both Hendrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr.. Pre-race accident: A van carrying crew members for Dale Earnhardt Jr. was involved in an accident outside Phoenix International Raceway on Sunday morning ... After getting caught up in a wreck when Dale Earnhardt Jr. spun, Tony Stewart called NASCAR's most popular driver a no talent (expletive). (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR: Johnson makes winning stand at Phoenix Nov 16, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. lost control of his Chevrolet coming off the fourth turn, triggering a crash that also involved: Brian Vickers, Tony Stewart, Matt Kenseth, Bobby Labonte, Clint Bowyer, Scott Speed, Joey Logano and Sam Hornish Jr.. Stewart's 25th-place finish eliminated him from title contention. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Change the rules Nov 16, 2009
It seems like a foregone conclusion that she will end up with JR Motorsports with Dale Earnhardt, Jr as a boss. I guess that would be fitting, an over-rated NASCAR driver teaming with an over-rated Indy Car driver. (Atmore Advance, AL)
Johnson joins most-dominant talk Nov 16, 2009
Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt Sr. each won seven titles and each had a stretch in which they won four in five years ... And he's beating other Hendrick drivers, including Dale Earnhardt Jr., who didn't even sniff the Chase cutoff this season. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Danica deal is denied Nov 16, 2009
He co-owns that team with Dale Earnhardt Jr.. Speaking before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, Hendrick said Patrick and her representatives have yet to even decide if she'll try NASCAR in 2010 or wait another year. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Hendrick: 'Nothing is imminent' on Patrick deal Nov 16, 2009
Patrick is reportedly in the final stages of a contract that would partner her on a limited Nationwide Series schedule with JR Motorsports, the team owned by both Hendrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr.. But speaking before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, Hendrick called the reports "premature" and insisted nothing is imminent. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Johnson wins at Phoenix, closes in on title Nov 16, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. spun on Lap 170, which started a multicar wreck that collected Tony Stewart, Joey Logano, Bobby Labonte, Brian Vickers and Brad Keselowski, among others ... (18) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 256, 59, 58, 84,825. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Johnson wins, back in Chase control Nov 16, 2009
I definitely have been beat by the best Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart and Dale Earnhardt. It wouldnt embarrass me if it was Jimmie Johnson as well. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Schumacher's new trophy? He says it's Fort Hood's Nov 16, 2009
After getting caught up in a wreck when Dale Earnhardt Jr. spun, Tony Stewart called NASCAR's most popular driver a no talent (expletive). POMONA, Calif. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rewind | OK, so now Stewart's a mellow fellow? Nov 16, 2009
No post-race comments from Stewart, but he had plenty to say on his radio after getting caught up in a wreck on Lap 171 started when Dale Earnhardt Jr. spun out ... Dale Earnhardt Jr. spins out and starts a nine-car wreck coming off Turn 4 ... After getting caught up in a wreck when Dale Earnhardt Jr. spun, Tony Stewart called NASCAR's most popular driver a no talent (expletive). (News & Observer -- Sports)
Johnson, Martin key picks for Phoenix Nov 15, 2009
The idea that Johnson's crew, with assorted members of Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s teams, managed to repair the blitzed Lowe's Chevrolet was little short of remarkable and the fifteen points Johnson salvaged -- finishing 38th rather than 43rd -- might be the difference between first and second place this season. Regardless, his poor finish has given Gordon and Mark Martin hope that the Championship is still a possibility, albeit a vague one. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Edwards' win staves off Busch title Nov 15, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Sat, Nov 14, 2009 07:12 PMModified Sat, Nov 14, 2009 08:13 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Martin OK with second this time Nov 15, 2009
" Most runner-up finishes in Sprint Cup Series Richard Petty, 5 Bobby Allison, 5 Mark Martin, 4 Dale Earnhardt, 3 Darrell Waltrip, 3 Herb Thomas, 3 Cale Yarborough, 3 Bill Elliott, 3 James Hylton, 3 (Note: All won championships except Martin and Hylton) Originally published in the Athens Banner-Herald on Sunday, November 15, 2009 WANT TO COMMENT? Comments are not edited and don't represent the views of the Athens Banner-Herald. Please read our . You can rate each comment by clicking the or... (Athens Banner-Herald)
NASCAR: No title for Stewart, but driver, owner delighted with results Nov 15, 2009
He was able to lure crew chiefs Darian Grubb from Hendrick Motorsports and Tony Gibson from Dale Earnhardt Inc., and a slew of first rate mechanics and engineers. Copyright Associated Press. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Stewart considers 1st season as owner a success Nov 15, 2009
He was able to lure crew chiefs Darian Grubb from Hendrick Motorsports and Tony Gibson from Dale Earnhardt Inc., and a slew of first rate mechanics and engineers. Stewart also was able to grab Newman, who wanted a fresh start after several frustrating years with Penske Racing. (News & Observer -- Sports)
LarsAndersonInside Nascar Mark Martin is out to end his hex and Jimmie Johnson's streak. Nov 15, 2009
With two races left in the 1990 season, Martin, who was driving for a relatively new owner on the scene, named Jack Roush, led Dale Earnhardt Sr. by 46 points as the circuit headed to the Arizona desert. All Martin had to do was to keep that vaunted No. 3 Chevy within his sights and he'd cruise to the title -- a title that looked to be the first of many for this young, slightly built, up-and-coming racer from Batesville, Ark. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Incentive? They're still racing, right? Nov 14, 2009
They're still racing, right. - Racing - NewsObserver. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Dale Jr.: Danica's move far from a done deal Nov 14, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr., with crew chief Lance McGrew in the background, gets ready to buckle in for practice runs at Phoenix. NASCAR CHASE FOR THE CUP. (USA Today -- Sports)
Truex takes pole in Arizona Nov 14, 2009
(88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 133. 7. (Longview Daily News, WA)
MarkBeechRacing Fan Is Danica's NASCAR dalliance just one grand publicity stunt? Nov 14, 2009
What's my response to the news that Danica Patrick is likely to race a limited schedule for Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Nationwide team next year. Exhibit A: Sam Hornish Jr., one of the finest IndyCar drivers in recent memory. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Truex on pole, Johnson third at PIR Nov 14, 2009
by Mark Armijo - Nov. 13, 2009 07:23 PM Special for The Republic. The Jimmie Johnson and Mark Martin show took a backseat Friday to a driver in search of a headline. (AZCentral -- Sports)
Tigers take on the Wolfpack today Nov 14, 2009
CLEMSON C.J. Spiller, a NASCAR enthusiast, compared his turf toe to a flat tire that might occasionally slow his favorite driver, Dale Earnhardt Jr.. Clemson strength coach Joey Batson says programs around the country are resorting to duct tape like they do in NASCAR to finish their races. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
The Sprint Cup lineup at Phoenix Nov 14, 2009
Web Search powered by YAHOO. Published Fri, Nov 13, 2009 10:32 PMModified Fri, Nov 13, 2009 10:15 PM. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Under Pressure Robert Laberge/Getty ImagesWith just two races left in the season, Dale Earnhardt, Jr. needs a win in order to salvage his 2009 Chase.With two races left, all eyes are focused on J.J. and Mark Martin, but the end of the season is just as important for Dale Earnhardt, Jr., A.J. Allmendinger, and others, writes Tom Bowles. Nov 13, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr., A.J. Allmendinger, Carl Edwards want a win - Tom Bowles - SI.com ... Dale Earnhardt Jr. needs to finish in the top-20 in points to avoid embarrassment ... Dale Earnhardt Jr. needs some luck to save his 2009 season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Job toll mounts as Petty merger with Yates advances Nov 13, 2009
Gemmell, who was among many idled by the Dale Earnhardt Inc.-Chip Ganassi Racing merger nearly a year ago, estimates that 1,500 racing industry workers have been affected since late last season ... And it would get a huge boost if Dale Earnhardt Jr. were to ever start winning again. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Observer Exclusive: Q & A with Brian France Nov 12, 2009
And it would get a huge boost if Dale Earnhardt Jr. were to ever start winning again ... Pearson didn't make it into the hall which opens in Charlotte in May 2010 but France's father (Bill Jr.) and grandfather (Bill Sr.) did, along with former drivers Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Junior Johnson ... The struggles of Dale Earnhardt Jr. are part of NASCAR's current set of problems. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Driver notes Nov 12, 2009
Team notes: NASCAR heads to desert for next-to-last race - USATODAY.com. Team notes: NASCAR heads to desert for next-to-last race. (USA Today -- Sports)
France dishes on Junior, Danica, HOF Nov 12, 2009
RUSTY JARRETT - GETTY NASCAR CEO Brian France says having Dale Earnhardt Jr. winning again would help the sport's popularity ... Q: Your most popular driver - Dale Earnhardt Jr. - has again struggled this season ... And it would get a huge boost if Dale Earnhardt Jr. were to ever start winning again. (News & Observer -- Sports)
LarsAndersonInside Nascar Why Mark Martin's bid at winning the title suddenly looks brighter. Nov 10, 2009
She'd make her debut for the team owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Rick Hendrick at Daytona in February, and would run in the both the ARCA event and the Nationwide race in the days before the season-opening 500. If it happens, this news would trump anything that happens in the Great American Race. (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
Jimmie Johnson Wrecks on 3rd Lap in Texas Nov 10, 2009
It looked like a makeshift body shop in the garage area, with crew members from teammate Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. helping out. All were scurrying around a car that was basically being rebuilt. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Updated – and unofficial – driver standings Nov 10, 2009
Updated and unofficial driver standings - Racing - NewsObserver. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Rogers thrown into fire right away Nov 9, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. joined Kyle Busch among a group of several trying to push their fuel to the limit. He ran out, too. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Johnson crashes to earth Nov 9, 2009
Crew members from the teams of Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr. assisted in what looked like a makeshift body shop in the garage. Kurt Busch got his second win of the season after his younger brother ran out of fuel with 2 1/2 laps left. (Boston Globe)
Kurt Busch claims win; Johnson crashes to 38th Nov 9, 2009
(9) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevrolet, 331, 97, 88, 118,900. 26. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Today's race lineup Nov 8, 2009
(88) Dale Earnhardt Jr., Chevy, 189. 96. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Newman renews push for safety after Talladega crash Nov 7, 2009
A crewman helps Ryan Newman get buckled in for morning practice sessions at Texas Motor Speedway. NASCAR CHASE FOR THE CUP. (USA Today -- Sports)
Martin, Gordon know the Chase race is for second Nov 7, 2009
He has repeatedly insisted that he didn t come back to make up for finishing as a season runner-up twice to Dale Earnhardt (by 26 points in 1990) and to Gordon and Stewart the latter by 38 points in 2002 ... Since then, I have learned a lot and I have seen a lot and I have come to realize that I m no Dale Earnhardt. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Patrick remains driven Nov 7, 2009
It must have left feeling like a proud papa this week when reports surfaced that Danica Patrick, whose IndyCar Series ride with Andretti Green Racing is sponsored by GoDaddy, was close to signing a two-year deal to drive a limited Nationwide Series schedule next season for Dale Earnhardt Jr. s. JR Motorsports team. With GoDaddy, of course, as the primary sponsor. (Boston Globe)
Fort victims had different reasons for enlisting Nov 7, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. loves to talk about his sponsorship ties to the military. He had a hard time finding the words Friday to discuss the massacre that left 13 people dead at Fort Hood. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Great Expectations Doug Murray/Icon SMIDanica Patrick is rumored to have had negotiations with JR Motorsports about leaving IndyCar and joining NASCAR.If Danica Patrick moves to NASCAR in 2010, the racing community would benefit financially, writes Tom Bowles. During this period of economic turmoil, any little bit helps. Nov 6, 2009
While Dale Earnhardt Jr. is more of a figurehead in the deal, he'll still be able to relate to Patrick. Both will enter 2010 with little to no margin for error; one crash, and critics will immediately claim Patrick made the wrong move, while Earnhardt deflects more criticism in a day at Hendrick than most drivers endure an entire season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
North Wilkesboro's wild 'Rush Through the Brush' Nov 6, 2009
The former involved Dale Earnhardt, the late seven-time champion. The latter involved Junior Johnson, the legendary driver/team owner who, along with Earnhardt, was elected on Oct. 14 to the inaugural class of five inductees into the expansive new NASCAR Hall Of Fame in Charlotte that opens next May. (News & Observer -- Sports)
That Vanilla Problem Streeter Lecka/Getty ImagesJimmie Johnson needs only three 10th-place finishes or better to win his fourth-straight Chase title.The world's greatest driver grew up in a trailer park. He gets carsick. He's friendly and charming. So why, Joe Posnanski writes, do people criticize him for being too boring? Nov 5, 2009
Jimmie Johnson has won 40 Cup races over the last six years, more than have been won by Dale Earnhardt Jr., Mark Martin, Carl Edwards and Denny Hamlin. Combined. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
NAMES & FACES Nov 5, 2009
Patrick, who has one career IndyCar victory and finished fifth overall this season, "is nearing completion of a two-year contract" with Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Nationwide Series team, according to ESPN. Of course, "nearing" is open to interpretation. Sources told ESPN a deal could come within 10 days. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Sports)
Sources: Danica near deal with JR Motorsports Nov 5, 2009
That would replace the No. 5, the second car at JRM. She would split that ride with Dale Earnhardt Jr. and one or more other drivers. Sources said GoDaddy. (ABC News)
Will Kyle Busch Race F1 in 2010? Todd Warshaw/Getty ImagesPeter Windsor, of US F1, has expressed interest in signing Kyle Busch in 2010. Busch will test cars next summer.There wasn't much movement in the 2009 Silly Season, but don't expect a 2010 repeat, writes Tim Tuttle. With Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick as free agents, anything can happen. Nov 4, 2009
It has lacked the drama of Dale Earnhardt Jr. moving from DEI to Hendrick and of Kyle Busch moving from Hendrick to Gibbs. Last year, the major story was Tony Stewart embarking from Gibbs to form his own team in association with Gene Haas and hiring Ryan Newman. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Bump ban produces single-file Talladega Nov 4, 2009
Juan Pablo Montoya (42) and Kevin Harvick (29) draft behind Dale Earnhardt Jr. at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. (AP Photo/Dale Davis) Share: Text. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Keselowski replaces Stremme for final three races Nov 3, 2009
He is currently third in Nationwide Series points, driving the No.88 Chevrolet for JR Motorsports, which is co-owned by Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Rick Hendrick. "Penske Racing wants to give Brad an opportunity to work with the team and get to know the race car as we prepare for the 2010 season," team owner Roger Penske said in a statement. (News & Observer -- Sports)
NASCAR Chase Nov 3, 2009
Bump-drafting has become a necessary evil as drivers jockey for position in the tight packs, conditions five-time Talladega winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. said left them "at the mercy of the whole field. "I don't think it's acceptable. I feel lucky that I didn't wreck," he said after an 11th-place finish. "We show up to bust our (butt) to get our cars to handle right and do right everywhere else, but when you come here, you just sit in the bus, wait for the damn race to start and see what your number... (SportsIllustrated.CNN)
McMurray snaps 86-race winless streak; Johnson builds on lead Nov 2, 2009
Bump-drafting has become a necessary evil as drivers jockey for position in the tight packs, conditions five-time Talladega winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. said left them "at the mercy of the whole field."I don't think it's acceptable ... "AMP Energy 500 Results1. (22) Jamie McMurray, Ford, 191 laps, 99.4 rating, 195 points, 229,275.2. (11) Kasey Kahne, Dodge, 191, 75.1, 175, 212,098.3. (20) Joey Logano, Toyota, 191, 91.2, 170, 184,301.4. (8) Greg Biffle, Ford, 191, 77.5, 160, 142,500.5. (18) Jeff... (Longview Daily News, WA)
McMurray snaps 86-race winless streak Nov 2, 2009
Bump-drafting has become a necessary evil as drivers jockey for position in the tight packs, conditions five-time Talladega winner Dale Earnhardt Jr. said left them at the mercy of the whole field. I don t think it s acceptable. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Column: NASCAR's nipping and tucking won't fix Talladega Nov 2, 2009
"I don't think anybody wants to be out there and involved in what happens at the end," said Dale Earnhardt Jr., who finished 11th and missed both of the major late crashes. "Dodging cars, seeing people flip upside down.... I am sure NASCAR will figure it out. They are pretty hard-headed over there; don't like to admit they (are) wrong sometimes.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Engineering – and dodging – disaster again at 'Dega Nov 2, 2009
I don t think anybody wants to be out there and involved in what happens at the end, said Dale Earnhardt Jr., who finished 11th and missed both of the major late crashes. Dodging cars, seeing people flip upside down. (News & Observer -- Sports)
McMurray scores upset win in wild Talladega finish Nov 2, 2009
" Dale Earnhardt Jr. (11th) suggested NASCAR consider slowing speeds with a smaller motor and less aerodynamic cars. "I don't think anybody wants to be involved in dodging cars, seeing people flip upside down," he said. "Obviously, something else needs to be thought about. " Kasey Kahne was second, followed by Joey Logano, and Jeff Burton. After ' airborne April crash into the frontstretch fence, NASCAR has felt the pressure to cut down on the dangerous bumping and blocking that usually triggers... (USA Today -- Sports)
House Of Horrors APIt was a quiet race for 450 miles until two crashes, including this one involving Mark Martin (5), shook up the field.From single-file racing to big crashes near the finish, Talladega lived up to its dreadful reputation, writes Bruce Martin. Plus, Jimmie Johnson all but locks up the Cup and more notes. Nov 2, 2009
As I said, I will go back in the day, David Pearson, Richard Petty, Bobby Allison, Dale Earnhardt, Darrell Waltrip, all those guys, they respected each other. In the end there were some big accidents, but geez, we don't need the cars getting upside down like this. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
McGrew to stay with Earnhardt in 2010 Nov 1, 2009
Lance McGrew had the interim tag removed from his crew chief title Friday when Hendrick Motorsports said he ll stay with Dale Earnhardt Jr. next season. McGrew replaced Tony Eury Jr. in late May in an effort to save Earnhardt s sinking season. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Raising the fence doesn't make Talladega cage safe Nov 1, 2009
AP Carl Edwards (99) goes airborne as Ryan Newman (39) and Dale Earnhardt Jr. drive by on the final lap of Aaron's 499 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series auto race at Talladega Superspeedway in Talladega, Ala. on Sunday, April 26, 2009. (News & Observer -- Sports)
New plates, NASCAR warnings enough? Nov 1, 2009
"I don't want to go flipping across the finish line," Dale Earnhardt Jr., a five-time Talladega winner, recently said. "The measures of raising the fences are good, but cars go through them fences, parts go through them. And it seems like the smaller the plate gets, the more we wreck, in my opinion."The smaller you make the plate, the more on top of each other we race and the more we're going to wreck. (News & Observer -- Sports)
Hendrick keeping McGrew as Earnhardt's crew chief in 2010 Oct 31, 2009
Lance McGrew, left, talks about the No. 88 Chevrolet's set-up with Dale Earnhardt Jr. in the garage area at Talladega Superspeedway ... Teammate Jeff Gordon also thought the move would lift a burden off McGrew, noting that "when you're Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s crew chief, the last thing you want is any extra questions. "All day long people can tell you within the organization that you're the guy, but the perception has been out there for (McGrew) to get questioned," Gordon said. Some of that... (USA Today -- Sports)
McGrew will stay on as Earnhardt's crew chief Oct 31, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Jr. will keep crew chiefLance McGrew in 2010 - Racing - SI.com ... (AP) -- Dale Earnhardt Jr. will keep his crew chief next season. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Team owners frightened by Talladega Oct 31, 2009
Dale Earnhardt Junior: While it's been easy to forget for NASCAR's favorite son this season, Talladega is the place for Gordon to stick a band-aid over his woes. In 19 attempts at the biggest, baddest circuit in the sport, Junior has an extremely impressive record: five wins, eight top fives and 11 top-10s in 19 attempts, not to mention laps led in all but two of those races, one of which was his first try. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Mcgrew Named As Full-time Crew Chief For Earnhardt Jr. Oct 31, 2009
(Sports Network) - Hendrick Motorsports on Friday named Lance McGrew the full-time crew chief for Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s No.88 Chevrolet, effective immediately. McGrew, 41, took over crew chief duties for Earnhardt Jr. on an interim basis May 28 when Tony Eury Jr. was reassigned to another position within the racing organization. (ABC 7 News, DC)
Martin hoping to gain ground at Talladega Oct 31, 2009
Hail to the chiefs While Joe Gibbs Racing earlier this week replaced Steve Addington with Dave Rogers as Kyle Busch s crew chief on the No. 18 car, Hendrick Motorsports yesterday cemented its driver-crew chief relationship between Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Lance McGrew, who had the interim removed from his title after stepping in at midseason for Tony Eury Jr. as crew chief of the No. 88 car. There was a lot of pressure with how he came into this deal and the way he s handled it has been extremely... (Boston Globe)
