ESPN.com:
Talladega the great equalizer? Not for JJ by Ed Hinton;
NASCAR monitoring Allmendinger and
At the end of the day, it's still Talladega by David Newton

Alabama Live:
Hot Corner: NASCAR probation? So what? and
Gordon says Jimmie Johnson needs an arch rival to become more popular by Doug Demmons;
Small changes in restrictor plates slow things a bit by Mark McCarter;
Busch chasing elusive Talladega win and
Junior sticks with McGrew by Mark Inabinett

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1993 Die Hard 500 at Talladega (photo finish) by Jeremy Dunn

AutoSport:
Johnson aiming to defend points lead by Diego Mejia

Boston Globe:
A real test at Talladega by Michael Vega

Bump Drafts:
Blame These Plate Wrecks On Smoke, NASCAR, Or Both by John Chapman

CBS Sports:
For Chasers, it's all about surviving the 'Big One' at 'Dega by Pete Pistone

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Hallow-Dega promises to be a devil of a time by Lindsey Young

Clanton Advertiser:
Allmendinger knows DUI mistake was a big one by Jeff Findley

CupScene:
You've Been Warned by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
NASCAR vs. College Football On Saturday by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Barring some fallout, #48 will keep it up by Godwin Kelly

Doc's Sports Service:
2009 Amp Energy 500 Odds and Predictions by Christopher G. Shepard

Florida Today:
Talladega: home of spectacular wrecks by Mark DeCotis

Ft. Worth Star-Telegram:
Edwards has struggled at Talladega lately by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
Earnhardt, McGrew committed to finding sucess and
Updates planned for Sprint Cup car in 2011 by Lee Spencer

Gaston Gazette:
Plain English is a virtue of the foreign guy and
New Dodge turns heads at Talladega by Monte Dutton

Hampton Road:
NASCAR gives Allmendinger breathalyzer test by Dustin Long

Insider Racing News:
Talladega ~ Scary Racing on Halloween Weekend by Brenda Benedict

Las Vegas Sun:
This Weeks Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith

Memphis Commercial Appeal:
With races moved out, MMP becomes hard sale by Marlon W. Morgan

MikeMulhern.net:
Denny Hamlin's hot at Dega too, but will that be good enough for the pole, or just on Sunday? and
Denny Hamlin proposes new NASCAR championship points system and
Remember Tommy Kendall? The Rick Hendrick 'find' of the 1990s. Well, look at what he's driving now

NASCAR.com:
Bowyer paces final practice after wreck in first session and
How different would it be had Allison been here? by Mark Aumann

NASCAR-ista:
Do Something Crazy Jimmie - It's Dega! by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Plain English is a virtue of the foreign driver and
Talladega notebook #2: New Dodge turns heads at Talladega by Monte Dutton

Nevada Appeal:
Make or break time for Chase drivers by Roger Diez

Orlando Sentinel:
Chad Knaus on Steve Addington firing: "It sends a really bad message" and
Qualifying canceled, Carl Edwards and Jared from Subway ham it up at Talladega and
Kyle Busch's crew chief ousted despite 12 wins over two seasons by Tania Ganguli

Pantagraph:
NASCAR needs to get its season done earlier by Jim Benson

Racin' Today:
Time Machine: New Fences Not New At Talladega by Jonathan Ingram;
Cup Notes: Jimmie Needs A Foil by Jim Pedley;
Fantasy Racing: Talladega by Nick Bromberg

Racing Geek:
AMP Energy 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

Roanoke Times:
Checking Cup cars with due diligence by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Interesting mixture of objectives in Cup garage by Rea White;
Talladega likely Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s last shot to win in 2009 by Jared Turner;
Interesting mixture of objectives in Cup garage by Rea White

SPEEDtv:
Halloween At Talladega/NASCAR Notebook and
For Most, Next Year Is Here and
How Safe Is Safe Enough? and
Martin Running His Own Race by Tom Jensen

Speedway Illustrated:
Talladega: Wild Card and
A Family Affair - David Stremme

Speedway Media:
Colin Braun on the pole for the Mountain Dew 250 fueled by Fred's by Larry Taylor;
Austin Dillon Disqualified from Truck Race at Talladega by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sports Illustrated:
Anything can happen at Talladega by Lars Anderson

Sports Radio Interviews:
Kasey Kahne on Talledega, on his relationship with his crew chief during their troubles and turmoil

Spotter Stand
Denny Hamlin: "You've Got To Put Us On Our Own Points System" by Patrick Baldwin

St. Louis Post Dispatch:
Gateway International Raceway gains a Nationwide race by Ken Roberts

USA Today:
Allmendinger admits making 'bad decision' by Nate Ryan

Washington Post:
Troublesome Talladega is working on its safety by Liz Clarke

Yahoo Sports:
Storylines: Flirting with disaster by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Hamlin rewards fans at Martinsville by Marty Smith;
Addington evaluating future options and
Here's your chance to sponsor a Cup car by David Newton

Alabama Live:
5 Questions: ESPN broadcaster, former NASCAR driver Rusty Wallace and
Family of girl injured by debris plans return to Talladega by Doug Demmons

All Left Turns:
How to improve NASCAR by Patrick Reynolds

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Is every aggressive driver the next Earnhardt? by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Remembering Walter Payton, Football Great … And Racer by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Driver AJ Allmendinger Pays High Price For DUI by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Drunk NASCAR Drivers Should Be Suspended by Jim Mc Coy

Caledonian Record:
Strap In: Notes Taken While Watching the Martinsville Race by Biggy Bigelow

Charlotte Observer:
A Talladega anniversary – and that scary-fast Dodge by Tom Higgins

CupScene:
The Alabama lottery: whose numbers will Talladega call? by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Interesting Friday Ahead For SPEED by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
NASCAR keeps guard up by Godwin Kelly

Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor and;
Fast? He's a mean streak by Mike Brudenell

Fanzonesports:
With Four To Go: Jimmie Johnson Knows Its Anybodys Chase and
For Mark Martin: How Long Before Father Time Catches Up To Him by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
At Talladega, always on lookout for 'Big One' by Larry McReynolds

Frontstretch:
For A Second Class Citizen, Kyle Busch Has Had A Hell Of A Season by Kurt Smith;
Spread Too Thin: Do Other Interests Slow Drivers' Cup Efforts by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: The Old ASA Crossover by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Park Returns to Series by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Kenny Wallace Driver Diary: Good Races, Bad Races...and Writer's Cramp by Kenny Wallace

Gaston Gazette:
A novelist, a movie maker, a race track and a medicine man by Monte Dutton

Georgia Racing History:
Georgia Racing HOF Inducts Class of 2009 and
Dawsonville Moonshine Festival Draws Racers, Fans Alike by Brandon Reed

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR Drivers - You've Been Franitized by Rebecca Gladden

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Talladega and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Las Vegas Review Journal:
A.J. shouldn’t be only one nailed by Jeff Wolf

Las Vegas Sun:
How successful does a crew chief have to be? by Mike Smith

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Sunday a Chase wild card by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
TV men Jimmy Spencer, Kyle Petty and Larry McReynolds tell it like it is....and are apparently getting chewed out for it

MLive:
NASCAR Trading Paint: AMP Energy 500 picks

NASCAR.com:
Track Smack: A new car and crew chief make debut;
Stewart-Haas duo could be the ones to beat at 'Dega by Mark Taylor

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Allmendinger's DUI charge will be a wake-up call for driver by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Halloween and Talladega, a perfect match by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Is It Time For A NASCAR Conduct Policy? by T.C.

Orlando Sentinel:
A.J. Allmendinger DUI arrest: NASCAR driver admits his wrong -- the right thing to do by Tania Ganguli

Race Journal Online:
The Fright of Kyle Busch and Kasey Kahn's Fightin' Words by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Memphis Blues: Track Shuts Down by Larry Woody;
New Ford Engine Takes To Track by Jim Pedley;
Here Is The Rest Of The 1973 Story and
Keselowski Too Tough For His Own Good? by Rick Minter

Racing Fashionistas:
The Original Fashionistas-Miss Winston by Darlynn Nangano

RacingOne:
Busch Shoots for Talladega Win and
Jump Start by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
NASCAR is in the Entertainment Business by David Dubczak

RacingWithRich:
Kenseth may actually gain on competition by missing the Chase by Richard Allen

SceneDaily:
NASCAR out of bounds with probation of AJ Allmendinger by Kenny Bruce;
Three reasons Lance McGrew is right fit for Dale Jr. and
AJ Allmendinger should have been suspended by Jeff Gluck;
Something Talladega this way comes by Mike Hembree

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Did the Talladega track president do Jimmie Johnson a favor for the AMP Energy 500? by Janelle Jalbert

Sourthern Pines Pilot:
Can't Go Back to Martinsville by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Hendrick Trio Hopes For Better Luck by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Jimmie Johnson, Dale Earnhardt Jr.: Hendrick teammates share challenges by Mary Allworth;
Talladega Superspeedway celebrates Halloween this weekend by Angela Campbell;
Steve Park's journey back to NASCAR begins Saturday by Clayton Caldwell

Sports Illustrated:
Will drivers and fans be safe at Talladega? by Tom Bowles

USA Today:
Surviving Talladega remains scary proposition by Nate Ryan

ESPN.com:
Crunching numbers for Talladega by Matt Willis;
SCC Preview: Second Talladega race up for grabs by Mark Garrow;
Halloween at Dega: Enter at own risk by David Newton;
Strike of '69 Dega's defining moment by Ed Hinton

Alabama Live:
A winner at Talladega? Harder than forecasting the weather and
The big break for Richard Childress came in 1969 at Talladega and
Mark Martin says he feels good about Talladega this time and
This time at Talladega Johnny Sauter plans to be around for the end of race by Doug Demmons;
Jimmie Johnson takes all of NASCAR's candy this Halloween by Kevin Scarbinsky

Augusta Chronicle:
Making a connection and
NASCAR newsmaker: Richard Childress by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Give NASCAR Credit For Fast Action at Talladega by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
"Fab 5" Driver Rankings: Settin’ Sail by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Chase shaping up as letdown for Stewart by Brian De Los Santos;
Trio's doomsday prophecies are just NASCAR fallacies by Pete Pistone

Daly Planet:
SPEED's Memorable Halloween Weekend Returns by John Daly

Dallas Morning News:
Other driver shows promise and
Newman's 2009 success shouldn't be overlooked by Anthony Andro

Delaware News Journal:
Talladega mixed bag of tricks and treats by Mike Finney

Des Moines Register:
Indianola girl's wish granted [met Earnhardt, Jr.] by Aaron Jaco

Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
26 reasons to rally ’round the TMS track next weekend by Mac Engel

FoxSports:
Dale Jr.: Restrictor plates cut into real racing by Lee Spencer;
Expect the unexpected at Talladega by Larry McReynolds;
Mike, Chrissy Wallace set to make history by Rea White;
Chase needs some Boogity, Boogity, Boogity! by Darrell Waltip;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Mondaca

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: A Tale Of Two Tracks by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: Taking Chad Knaus Away, Loosening Lugnuts, And Chase Venting by Phil Allaway;
BSNews: NASCAR To File Suit Over "Spin 'N' Crash" Raceway by Jeff Meyer;
Griese's Comments Uncalled For, But Situation Handled Well By All Involved by Tommy Thompson;
Fantasy Insider: Guiding Your Team Through The Big One To Talladega Success by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
One Earnhardt Is In The Hall Of Fame, Will We Ever See Another? by Nick Blake

Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner - Talladega Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel;
Media Figures Going Against the Grain by Mad Mikie

MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR/TV execs: This sport has some problems and needs some tweaks....but can the big guys really handle the truth?

NASCAR.com:
Lives, sport were changed forever at 'Dega's first race and
Disaster strikes Johnson at 'Dega during '02 title battle by Mark Aumann;
Todd Bodine looks for three-peat at Talladega by Chris Stanfield;
Chase drivers hold their own in 'wild-card' event by Bill Kimm

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Key to success for Kyle Busch is all in his head by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Insiders:
Your Favorite Team and a Funded Driver by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
This week's Stockcartoon by Mike Smith;
Breakin' up with Junior is hard to do by Michelle Dawn

Philadelphia Daily News:
Newman pleased with success with new NASCAR team by Bill Fleischman

Race Journal Online:
'Dega Will Delight Junior Nation by Rob Quillen

Racin' Today:
Final Words May Have Been Poole’s Best and
Peters Has Truck Load of Want-To by Rick Minter

RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Talladega by Jeff Wackerlin;
Busch Searches for First 'Dega Win by Pete Pistone

RacingWithRich:
The right five are going into the NASCAR Hall of Fame and
To those who would lower the banking at Talladega: Look at Indy and Pocono by Richard Allen

Roanoke Times:
NASCAR responds to Frankly Speaking series and
PR man part of race track's family by Dustin Long

Rubbings Racing:
Over the Wall: Episode 27 - Marcy Scott from Atlanta Motor Speedway by Christopher Smith

San Diego Union Tribune:
Gordon's star expected to shine at Baja 1000 by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Nothing more appealing in NASCAR than a first-time winner by David Exum;
Martinsville Speedway’s Dick Thompson was the media’s friend by Steve Waid;
Talladega could shake up Chase standings by Lee Montgomery;
More evidence that in NASCAR, winning isn’t everything by Kenny Bruce;
First trip to Talladega makes her a believer by Carolyn Brewster

SPEEDtv:
Stewart Looks To Plate Another One and
Red Bull Ready For Spooky Weekend and
Martin Says It’s Not Over by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Martinsville by Jeffrey Boswell;
Junior Nation needs a reality check by Angela Campbell;
MRO reaches beyond the NASCAR family by Shell Sparrow;
Championship Chase Watch: good news, bad news, Jimmie Johnson news by Larry Taylor

Sports Illustrated:
The ever-entertaining Sabates on Montoya, the cost of racing, more by Brant James

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Judge To Rule On Appeal to Lifted Mayfield Injunction? by Lou Modestino

U Want Some Racing:
NASCAR's COT is the Edsel of Today by Keith Ott

USA Today:
NASCAR, rooted in fossil fuels, turning over new, green leaf and
With Montoya's surge to fifth, his intensity reminds fans of Earnhardt by Nate Ryan

Vegas Insider
Talladega Preview by Micah Roberts

Yahoo Sports:
Tolerating Talladega by Ricky Craven;
How Jimmie Johnson could lose the Sprint Cup by Jay Busbee

York Dispatch:
NASCAR-wrestling hookup is success by Ellen Siska

ESPN.com:
New crew chief for underachieving Busch and
Rogers taking over #18 by David Newton

Alabama Live:
They've seen it all at Talladega's Infield Care Center by Doug Demmons

All Left Turns:
Johnson and Gordon would be tied if NASCAR used F1 scoring system by Dale Watermill

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson vs Stewart- A tight championship race under previous format by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Can Someone Tell Me Please, Is There Still A Chase Going On? by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
My Family Loss Brings Forth a Fond NASCAR Memory by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud: Bad boy Kyle Busch gets new crew chief, Keselowski also a bad boy? by Pete Pistone & Brian De Los Santos

Daily Nonpareil:
Talladega an obstacle for all in Chase by Marsha Hoffman

FoxSports:
Give up on the Chase and you might miss ... by Jeff Owens;
Rogers faces many challenges moving up to Cup by Jeff Hammond;
Drivers need to stop whining and race and
Time is right for Gibbs to make change for Busch by Larry McReynolds

Insider Racing News:
Hamlin Wins The Battle, Johnson Winning The War by Chuck Abrams

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

NASCAR.com:
A spirited give and take becomes a lesson learned by Dave Rodman;
Lives, sport were changed forever at 'Dega's first race and
Power Rankings: Talladega by Mark Aumann;
Bringing balance to a track that's always been semi-off by David Caraviello

NASCAR Examiner:
Juan Pablo and Tacos? It's just bad journalism by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #47 by T.C.

NASCAR Media:
Weekend Preview page

NASCAR This Week:
Interesting times for Jamie McMurray and
Feud of the Week: Juan Pablo Montoya vs. Jeff Gordon and
What went up ... came down by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Are We There Yet? A Look Ahead to Talladega by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Morning Memo: Debris Comes In All Kinds of Sizes by Jim Pedley;
Monaco Vs. ‘Dega – Viva La Difference by Larry Woody

RacingOne:
Edwards Set for Talladega Return by Pete Pistone;
RacingOne Power Rankings

Racing Geek:
Firing Addington Doesn't Solve the Real Problem by Jordan Bianchi

RacingWithRich:
Johnson's pursuers must make move in Talladega by Richard Allen

Resolution Management & Marketing:
JJ's Notoriety Debate - Something #48 Won't Win by Eric Giangiordano

Roanoke Times:
How McDonald's, a Lear jet and Darlington saved lives of drivers and
Kyle Busch to get new crew chief by Dutin Long

SceneDaily:
Would NASCAR loosen testing ban to land Danica Patrick? by Jim Duff;
FR9 engine ready to rev up Ford Racing by David Exum;
Talladega non-win still hurting Regan Smith by Jeff Gluck;
Wallaces have a date with history on Halloween at Talladega by Krista Voda

SPEEDtv.com
Newman Says ’09 A Good Start by Tom Jensen

Sports Illustrated:
Johnson tops Power Rankings by Tom Bowles

Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Waving The Checkered Flag On Race 6 In The Chase by Patrick Baldwin

Toronto Sun:
Juan impetuous driver: Montoya showing NASCAR he can play the when-push-comes-to-shove game well by Dean McNulty

USA Today:
Team notes: NASCAR braces for wild-card round at Talladega;
Biffle excited about new engine, but hits Talladega with caution by Greg Biffle

ESPN.com:
Uh-oh, JJ on track to clinch title early by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Martinsville by Matt Willis;
Denny Hamlin gets his clock cleaned and
2009 Power Rankings: Talladega by Ryan McGee

Alabama Live:
Chrissy Wallace returns to Talladega to race with her dad by Doug Demmons

All Left Turns:
Updated championship probability table: Johnson routing the field by Dale Watermill

Augusta Chronicle:
Hamlin wins race, but Johnson steals thunder by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
What If? … If Junior Had It To Do All Over Again by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
Paul Harraka and Jessica Brunelli Headline Drive for Diversity Final Ten by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
The Johnson Rules, Kez & An October Surprise by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Chase shaping up as letdown for Stewart by Brian De Los Santos

Daly Planet:
Five Days To Change by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Finish has Johnson closing in on record by Godwin Kelly

Epoch Times:
Hamlin Beats Johnson at Martinsville by James Fish

FoxSports:
Don't buy conspiracy theory on late-race caution by Jeff Hammond;
Now more than ever, NASCAR needs new heroes by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Beyond The Cockpit: Scott Wimmer On Rich vs. Poor And The Future Of Morgan-McClure by Bryan Davis Keith;
What Might Have Been For Hamlin, What Never Was For Mears, And What Never Will Be For Johnson by Danny Peters;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN Should Promote Nationwide-Only Drivers While Showing Us More Backbone by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #6 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth: TUMS Fast Relief 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Insider Racing News:
Brad Keselowski – Just What The Sprint Cup Series Needs by Allen Madding

Las Vegas Sun:
Martinsville provides what Bristol used to offer by Mike Smith

Lexington Dispatch:
Montoya is moving to elite status by Ben White

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Too many drivers, not enough cars by Amanda Vincent

Martinsville Bulletin:
Hamlin takes the checkered by Chase Young;
Notebook: Restarts add new dimension by Johnny Buck

Michigan Live:
To slow Jimmie Johnson, other owners need to lure crew chief Chad Knaus away by Steve Kaminski

Motorsports Talk:
On not all illeglal engines being the same, aggressive driving, closing the deal, and the jinx of the fill-in PR rep by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
Johnson in cruise control, but Talladega looms large by Jason Schoellen and Jarrod Breeze;
A spirited give and take becomes a lesson learned by Dave Rodman;
Foxworthy riffs on drivers, raising daughters and HOF and
Opinions must vary if sport is to capitalize on growth by Duane Cross

NASCAR Insiders:
“Competition” Cautions Are Nothing New by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Hamlin can 'flat drive' and
Burning issues: 10-27-09 by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Earnhardt Woes Continue; Denny Wins in Virginia! by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
500 Laps Down 1101 to Go Making the Grade- Martinsville 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

RacingOne:
Petty, Sadler Prepare for 2010 by Pete Pitsone

Racin' Today:
Talladega Jinx Gets Halloween Test by Mike Harris;
Racing History Takes A Beating In Nashville by Larry Woody;
Gordon Puzzled by Montoya’s Abuse by Jim Pedley; Without Pops, Earnhardt Has Lost Crackle by Rick Minter

Racin' with Russ:
Hamlin Wins at Martinsville by Russell Schmidt

SceneDaily:
Lots of reasons remain to watch final four races of 2009 Cup season by Jeff Owens;
Instant reaction: Addington out as Busch's crew chief by Jeff Gluck;
Making the Chase is plenty to be proud of by Rea White;
Bob Griese needs to put money where mouth is and
Who's #1? Bobby Labonte, Jamie McMurray the top candidates by Bob Pockrass;
Some Nationwide Series observations from Memphis by Lee Montgomery

Sirius-Speedway:
Addington Out, Rogers In After Talladega by Dave Moody

SPEEDtv:
Montoya Welcomes Talladega Return and
Denny The Dominator and
Talladega Last Chance To Stop Johnson? by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Denny Hamlin wins at Martinsville and other disheartening news by Ron Thornton;
Reflections on a race weekend by Ron Fleshman;
Steve Wallace: Please report to the NASCAR Hauler...again by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sporting News:
The Cool Down Lap: Is the Chase its own worst enemy? by Reid Spencer;
Looking Back: Where Was Last-Lap Caution? Dale Jr. King Of Misfortune. Now A Hamlin Guy

Sports Illustrated:
Johnson can all but lock up fourth straight Cup at Talledega by Bruce Martin;
Five lessons from Martinsville by Mark Beech

Sports Network:
Montoya-Gordon clash at Martinsville was entertaining by Chris Symeon

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Judge To Rule On Appeal to Lifted Mayfield Injunction? by Lou Modestino

Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Rode Hard And Put Up Wet

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Tony Stewart and the Dragon -- Dojo Martial Arts, that is by Dwight Drum

Virginian-Pilot:
Behind closed doors at NASCAR ... and
Throw a caution or throw it to the wind? by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Mind games by Jay Hart;
Fryer’s Five: Hamlin plays second fiddle by Jenna Fryer

ESPN:
Martinsville offers high-octane made-for-TV racing by Ed Hinton;
Sorry, Denny: JJ's still the story by David Newton

Associated Press:
Hamlin dominates at end to win at Martinsville by Hank Kurz Jr.

Augusta Chronicle:
Hamlin holds off Johnson for win by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
If Addington Goes, Zipadelli is Best Choice as Busch’s Crew Chief by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
"The Lugnut Report: Carl Edwards Battles Frustration in Martinsville by Jen Preston;
The Lugnut Report: Matt Kenseth Rebounds After Early Incident and
Winners and Losers:Tums Fast Relief 500 by Patti Rodisch;
Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Just Needs His Own Country Song and Here's Mine by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Hamlin Wins Clock, But Has Time Run Out? by Jim McCoy

CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Tums Fast Relief 500 by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
Despite runner-up finish at Martinsville, Johnson still a winner by Pete Pistone

Close Finishes:
Memphis Nationwide Race A Real Throwback by John Close

CupScene:
Hamlin Holds On For Home State Win and
Kenseth Has A Stand In, Stremme Gets Warned, Earnhardt Suffers Again by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Hamlin Shows Social Media Impact On NASCAR by John Daly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya comes home third at Martinsville by Joshua Lobdell

FanHouse:
What's the Knock on Johnson? None by Holly Cain

FoxSports:
Four to go to make it four in a row by Darrell Waltrip;
The Hot Pass: Hamlin gets revenge on Johnson by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Martinsville Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Chase Overload Cuts NASCAR Storylines To Pieces by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #6 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Battered Andretti Somehow Comes Out Swinging In Bubble Battle by Mike Ravesi;
Rookie Logano Survives Martinsville While Speed Is Bit By Bad Luck Again by Tony Lumbis

51sports:
Consistency Earns Ryan Blaney Runner-Up Position

Insider Racing News:
Hamlin Knew He Was Going To Win At Martinsville by Ron Felix;
Can Jimmie Johnson be Stopped? by Matthew Pizzolato;
Martinsville Speedway Notebook - Sunday by Connie Felix

Laidback Racing:
Pot Calling the Kettle Black by Mad Mikie

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hamlin wins at Martinsville by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Denny Hamlin halts Jimmie Johnson's winning streak...but it comes a week too late in the championship hunt and
So NASCAR racing is now 'too safe,' and no longer a death-defying sport? And that's the reason for lower TV ratings? Don't make me sick. and
So Denny Hamlin beats Jimmie Johnson to win the Martinsville 500....but Johnson stretches his championship lead over Gordon and Martin

Motor Sports Weekly News:
Knaus is Working the Plan by Drew Hierwarter

NASCAR.com:
Hamlin maturing into title contender ... for next year and
Even when he doesn't win, Johnson gains on the rest by Joe Menzer;
Gordon comes up short at M'ville but is still smiling by Dave Rodman

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Losing your job is a great motivation to finish well by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
The fat lady has sung and
Richard Petty is on a Highway To Hell and Eternal Damnation, Amen by Greg Engle

NASCAR This Week:
They miss the race, thanks to the Chase and
Thanks to Hamlin, Johnson settles for second and
Tums Fast Relief 500 notes: Montoya takes no exception to announcer's remark by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Just Sayin'... Thoughts on Martinsville by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
Time for Teams to Hire an Enforcer by Dennis Michelsen

RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Martinsville by Pete Pistone

Racin' Today:
Hamlin Wins Race But Johnson Makes His Points by Jim Pedley

RacingWithRich:
What if Jeremy Mayfield's latest accusation is true? by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
Thoughts on When Finishing Second Is As Good As Finishing First by Jordan Bianchi

Roanoke Times:
Shootout goes Hamlin's way and
Montoya willing to get physical and
Kyle Busch succeeds despite start by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Rattle Jimmie Johnson’s cage? That’s not happening by Steve Waid;
Rookie Cup drivers wanted for 2010 season by David Exum

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson gets the job done without another trip to Victory Lane by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
Johnson Takes Huge Step Towards 4 In A Row and
Martin, Gordon Slip-Sliding Away and
Montoya A Strong And Spirited Third by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal’ With Chad Knaus (Part 2) by Wendy Venturini

Speedway Media:
Surprising, Not Surprising: Martinsville Speedway and
Denny Hamlin takes the 61st running of the TUMS Fast Relief 500 at Martinsville Speedway by Larry Taylor

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - The Paper Clip by Racing Maniac

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase math: 4 races, 12 'chaser' comments by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Hamlin reverses fortunes, foils Johnson for Martinsville win by Nate Ryan;
Gordon, Montoya clash, trade bumps at Martinsville/Notes by Zack Albert

Yahoo Sports:
Johnson wrecking his foes’ hopes by Dan Wetzel

ESPN.com:
Gordon no longer the top dog at HMS by David Newton

Around the Track:
This Day in History - October 24

Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson leaves opening for competition in Chase and
Newman grabs pole by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
Juan Pablo Montoya May Need Some Tums With His "Taco" and
Joey Logano and Justin Allgaier Currently Rule Rookie Of The Year Honors by Mary Jo Buchanan

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Johnson's wins annoy many fans by Lindsey Young

Daily Press:
Jimmie Johnson poised for fourth consecutive championship, but it's not easy by Dave Fairbank

Daly Planet:
Muddy Breakfast With Jeremy On ESPN by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
[Daytona] 500 win rarely equals Cup title by Godwin Kelly

FanHouse:
FanHouse Warmup: Tums 500 by Geoffrey Miller

Fanzonesports:
Is Jimmie Johnson Killing NASCAR? and
With Five To Go: Is It Time For Jeff Gordon To Start Rattling A Few Cages? by Sal Sigala Jr.

Ford Racing:
Biffle, Edwards Keep Plugging Along in Chase and
Ask Labonte, He’s Feelin’ Good and
FR9 Fast Forward

FoxSports:
NASCAR fans are the best by Darrell Waltrip;
Newman's fortunes changed in March at Martinsville by Lee Spencer;
Hornaday's dominant run unusual for Truck title race by Rea White

Greensboro News and Record:
In racing world, straight talk isn't what it used to be by Ed Hardin

Insider Racing News:
Almost Everything You've Wanted To Know About Martinsville by Kim Roberson

Lynchburg News & Advance:
Making time for mom (and dad, too) by Jason Wolf;
Mark Martin the sentimental favorite among his peers by Drew Wilson;
Stewart-Haas Racing used spring Martinsville race as springboard by Tom Milstead;
Danville resident Timothy Peters wins Kroger 200 at Martinsville by Damien Sordelett

Martinsville Bulletin:
Can the field make up ground on Johnson? and
Real or robotic? Jimmie Johnson, the winning machine by Johnny Buck;
Peters gets rewarded with a win and
Cup notebook: Martin's the sentimental favorite by Chase Young;
No idle hands for these race fans by Paul Collins

Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Keselowski wins Kroger On Track for the Cure 250 at Memphis Motorsports Park and
Notes: Kroger on Track for the Cure 250 by Craig Wack;
Nationwide's debut drivers get an education by Pete Wickham

MikeMulhern.net:
Why is Chevrolet still saying 'No!' to racing the new Camaro in NASCAR? Maybe blame it on President Obama? and
Parity in NASCAR? Here are the stats. You decide

NASCAR.com:
Latest RCR changes good, bad(?) for affected drivers and
Gordon not worried about brakes, Johnson at M'ville by Dave Rodman;
Double-file restarts will be big at short Martinsville and
Edwards reaches out to fan injured in Talladega crash by Joe Menzer

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Keselowski’s aggressive ways won’t be forgotten by competitors by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR This Week:
All in all, it doesn't get much better Martinsville notebook #3: It's unlikely the Johnson even plays Frisbee and
Martin, Gordon vow to fight the good fight and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sential:
Please just give us a good race by Steven Cole Smith

Phillyburbs:
NASCAR was wrong to warn Keselowski and
Interest increasing for enduro racing by Ernie Saxton

Racin' Today:
Race Day: Restarts Could Finish Race Leaders and
Keselowski Bashes Way To Victory by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Gordon Shoots for Number Eight by Pete Pistone

Racing Geek:
Tums Fast Relief 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

RacingWithRich:
Why did Bob Griese have to apologize for his taco remark? by Richard Allen

Roanoke Times:
Rare combo: Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus are earning wins at a record pace and
Martinsville notebook: ESPN analyst apologizes for on-air 'taco' comment and
Fast and furious: NASCAR broadcasters let it all out by Dustin Long;
Peters earns first truck win by Shaun Hoy

SceneDaily:
Winless in 2009, it’s time for 2008 winners to focus on 2010 by Bob Pockrass;
Don't expect Jimmie Johnson to drive conservatively and
Mission impossible for some Chase drivers attempting to win Cup championship by Jared Turner;
Thoughts still linger from Hendrick crash by Jeff Gluck

SPEEDtv:
Do The Math And The Chase Race Is Clear by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Martinsville Madness by Tammyrae Benscoter;
Timothy Peters gets first win in the Kroger On Track For The Cure 250 at Martinsville by Larry Taylor;
Brad Keselowsi runs 'aggressive' race to win at Memphis and
'Little Gator' Justin Allgaier snaps up first career Nationwide pole by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sporting News:
Notebook: Transitions paramount at Martinsville by Reid Spencer

Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' it with Carl: Martinsville edition by Tom Bowles

Stock Car Spin:
Mayfield's OTL Interview: What We Learned by Hopper

Tampa MotorsportsExaminer:
NASCAR Chase math, 12 contenders, 12 comments by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Hamlin aims to move in on Johnson's Martinsville foothold by Zack Albert

Yahoo Sports:
Johnson intimidates by not being intimidated by Dan Wetzel;
Storylines: NASCAR’s impossible mission by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Can Hamlin continue short-track success? by Mark Garrow;
Gordon no longer the top dog at HMS and
JJ just a part ... but a very big part by David Newton;
Martinsville Chase chances by Ryan McGee;
An omen for Mears? by David Newton

All Left Turns:
NASCAR’s friendly garage by Jay W. Pennell

Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Chase Patrol: Will Jeff Gordon Make Martinsville His House Again? by Rob Tiongson

Bump Drafts:
Is The Fix In For The 48?- Another Perspective by John Chapman

Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR and Its Declining Attendance

Daly Planet:
Weather May Put NASCAR In A Pickle by John Daly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Is Juan Montoya’s Chase bid over? by Josh Lobdell

EveryJoe:
Martinsville a Difficult Nut to Crack by Warren Hayashi

Florida Today:
Jimmie Johnson one of a kind by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Busch trying to put away Nationwide title by Rea White;
The Hot Pass: Childress, team look for turnaround and
Martinsville preview: Watch out for Hamlin by Lee Spencer

Haddock in the Paddock:
Not so fast, Ford

Insider Racing News:
Lord, Give Us A Three-Wide, Door Banging Drag Race by Brenda Benedict

Las Vegas Review Journal:
Rudd was going to finish, weather or not by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

Las Vegus Sun:
Would the No. 48 make Jr. great? and
This Weeks Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith

Lynchburg News & Advance :
Newman, Gordon to start up front at Martinsville by Jason Wolf

Martinsville Bulletin:
Racing down memory lane - Arrington shares stories after making RRML Hall of Fame by Johnny Buck;
Truck: Can HTMS get a win? by Chase Young;
Bassett native to sing anthem before Sunday's NASCAR race by Eliza Winston

Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Controversial Kyle Busch looks to build lead in MMP race by Craig Wack

MikeMulhern.net:
Ryan Newman and Jeff Gordon on Martinsville's front row...but Jimmie Johnson is still the man in command and
Juan Pablo Montoya is finally starting to 'get it.' Maybe a few lessons from Jeff Gordon and he'll have it down pat

Motorsports Talk :
On Charlotte attendance and Hall of Fame induction process by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
Response to adversity will define Earnhardt's career by David Caraviello;
Martinsville Uptown out to revitalize Historic town by Rick Houston

NASCAR This Week:
Indigestion's perfect storm and
Is resistance to Johnson futile? and
Martinsville notebook #2: Martin assesses Montoya's development by Monte Dutton

NASCAR Truck Examiner:
Mike Skinner and Tayler Malsam represent two ends of the spectrum at Martinsville by Janelle Jalbert

Racin' Today:
Are Non-Chasers Non-Racers? by Larry Woody;
Teen DiBenedetto Gets A New Car by Jeff Hood;
Sprint Cup Notes: Newman On The Pole At Martinsville by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Montoya Remains Confident and
Change of Pace by Pete Pistone

Roanoke Times:
Friendly competition at the Martinsville Speedway and
Newman snags pole from Gordon and
NASCAR drivers guard racing secrets by Dustin Long;
Tired of coming up short - Ron Hornaday usually runs well, but by Shaun Hoy

SceneDaily:
Clay Earles founded Martinsville and made it different by Steve Waid;
Martin's ville? by Mike Hembree;
RCR's 40th anniversary a lesson in perseverance by Bob Pockrass

SPEEDtv:
No Regrets For Montoya and
RCR Turns 40/Martinsville Notebook by Tom Jensen

Speedway Illustrated:
Martinsville Preview

SpeedwayMedia:
Matt DiBenedetto takes the Nationwide Series stage for Joe Gibbs Racing by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Ryan Newman on the pole for Goody's Fast Pain Relief 500 at Martinsville - by Larry Taylor;
The joys of Martinsville Speedway - by Ron Fleshman

Sporting News:
NASCAR Needs More Hate Between Jimmie, Jeff by Bass Masters;
Notebook: Helping hands surprise Montoya by Reid Spencer

Spotter Stand:
Catch Can-The TSS Mailbox: COT Talk, Grant Enfinger, Old School Tactics, And The Next Big Thing by Patrick Baldwin

USA Today:
Newman edges Gordon for pole position at Martinsville and
Martin: An 'incredible honor' to be fans' sentimental pick by Zack Albert

ESPN.com:
JJ, Brady share common ground by Marty Smith;
Is NASCAR playing it too safe? by Ed Hinton;
Mayfield's wild ride far from over by Steve Delsohn;
2009's biggest movers ... and losers (so far) by Terry Blount;
Junior Nation makes some noise by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers for Martinsville by Matt Willis

Auto Racing Daily:
If he Wins at Martinsville, There’ll be no Stopping Johnson For Fourth Title by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Crafting the perfect Sprint Cup schedule by Patrick Reynolds

Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Martinsville Madness by Jim McCoy

Caledonian Record:
Diary of My Trip to Charlotte Motor Speedway by Biggy Bigelow

CawsnJaws:
Kyle Busch and F1? Dang! If so, there goes some villainous fun! by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
Expect 'wild' a week early with double trouble at Martinsville by Pete Pistone

CupScene:
The odds are good by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Will Waltrip Draw Attention From Chase? by John Daly

Element of Speed:
Take Me Out to the...Racetrack! by Summer Dreyer

FanHouse:
Jeremy Mayfield: 'I Was Worth More ... as A Failed Drug Test' by Holly Cain

FoxSports:
France Kennedy keeps making NASCAR better by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
NASCAR's Attempts To Legislate Parity Backfire by Kurt Smith;
Johnson Gives Fans Plenty to Talk Abut-But Really, Now... by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Making Your Own Decisions by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Modified Drivers Make Their Debuts by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Marcos Ambrose Driver Diary: Reviewing 2009, Interesting Hobbies, and Heading Down Under by Marcos Ambrose

Indianapolis Star:
Johnson appears to be in control and
Pit Pass" Only championship suspense left this season is in NHRA by Curt Cavin

Insider Racing News:
Dale Earnhardt Jr. - It's Complicated by Rebecca Gladden

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Martinsville and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Tums QuikPak 500 picks

MikeMulhern.net:
Okay, if Dale Earnhardt Sr. were trying to beat Jimmie Johnson for this NASCAR title, what would Dale do? and
Ford sets yet another NASCAR 'debut' weekend for its new FR9 Sprint Cup engine. But the longer this goes, the more questions....

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Sauter hopes horses still revving after long rest by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Martinsville or Talladega: Which is true wild card?
The end of an era that never really got started by David Caraviello;
As Johnson looks ahead, history bodes in his favor by Mark Aumann;
Before Johnson, Gordon was master of Martinsville by Bill Kimm

NASCAR Says:
Novel Idea: Broadcasters' Opinions Based in Fiction by NASCAR by Ramsey Poston

NASCAR Examiner:
Does Johnson’s dominance mean the NASCAR season is over? and
Kyle Busch’s Formula One news turns out to be old news by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
A Questionable Move For Aric Almirola by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Martinsville, over and over and over again by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
I Was Just Wonderin'... Will Kyle Busch Get Pummelled? by Carol Einarsson

Racin; Today:
Time Machine: Switching Brands Is Old Hat by Jonathan Ingram;
Eury Jr. To Guide First-Timer at Memphis by Jeff Hood;
Fantasy Racing: Martinsville by Nick Bromberg

RacingOne:
Johnson Rolls to Martinsville by Jeff Wackerlin

Racing Tool:
Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Struggles at Hendrick are Statistically Sound by David Dubczak

SceneDaily:
2009 is the Year of the Fan by Kris Johnson;
RCR's 40th anniversary a lesson in perseverance by Bob Pockrass;
Buddhism, Dale Earnhardt and NASCAR by Art Weinstein;
Mark Martin has a history of trailing Jimmie Johnson by Kenny Bruce

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
For whom the bell tolls: Jimmie Johnson or Chad Knaus? by Janelle Jalbert

Southern Pines Pilot:
Hall of Fame Class Fine, Except by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Who’s Better, Earnhardt Or Johnson? and
Gordon Tired Of Johnson’s Dominance, Too by Tom Jensen;
The Hendrick Glue by Jimmy Spencer

Sporting News:
Kyle Busch To Formula 1? Love Him As A Driver, Love The Idea by Jim Pedley;
Top 5 and 5 to watch: Martinsville by Bill Marx

Sports Illustrated:
It's looking like now or never for Mark Martin at Martinsville by Lars Anderson;
Stop griping about JJ's dominance by Mark Beech;
Fiery Keselowski enthused about driving for Penske next season by Tom Bowles

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR 101: cars and crew, how many parts? Part 3 by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Skinner, nearing 200th race, still loves to go truckin' by Gary Graves;
Hendrick nears Sprint Cup title in the shadow of plane tragedy by Nate Ryan

Vegas Insider
Martinsville Preview by Micah Roberts

Virginian Pilot:
NASCAR responds to Frankly Speaking series by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
From tragedy to triumph, Hendrick marches on by Jenna Fryer;
Hendrick is the lucky one to have Johnson by Ricky Craven

ESPN.com:
NASCAR revamps its diversity program by Ryan McGee

Alabama Live:
If Jimmie Johnson has an Achilles' heel, it's Talladega by Doug Demmons

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: J.J. pulls away by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1987 Goody's 500 at Martinsville (Intimidator vs Iceman vs Jaws) by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Lack of success has Junior near end of his rope by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Can Jamie McMurray go Back Home Once Again? by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump Drafts:
Fab 5 Driver Rankings: A Leader Emerges by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Earnhardt's Hendrick status now uncomfortably numb by Pete Pistone

Daly Planet:
Trying To Make Sense Of Champions Week by John Daly

Delaware News Journal:
NASCAR's mistake - Turning the title into a playoff race a manipulative ploy by Mike Finney

FanHouse:
Richard Childress Racing Continues to Search for Answers by Holly Cain

Florida Today:
What's bugging Junior? by Mark DeCotis

Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Denny Hamlin’s two poor finishes have stunted his Sprint Cup title bid by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
Teamwork has driven Jimmie's success and
Little bad luck goes a long way for Martin, JPM by Larry McReynolds;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca

Frontstretch:
Whither Art Thou, Ford Motor Company? by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: Shuffling Chase Venues Won't Slow Johnson Down by Matt Taliaferro;
Martin / Montoya: The Closest Martin Has Come To An On-Track Feud by Tommy Thompson;
Fantasy Insider: Easing Roster Indigestion in the Foothills of Virginia by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Lowe's Motor Speedway: No Excuse For Empty Seats by Doug Demmons

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hendrick teams on roll but uncertainty comes with Martinsville and
Childress searches for solutions by Amanda Vincent

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel :
Big bark, small bite in Kenseth case by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Can anyone knock off Johnson at Martinsville? by Mark Taylor;
Earnhardt, Kenseth mirror on-track success, but off ... by Duane Cross

NASCAR Insiders:
I’m Still A D4D Skeptic by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Johnson unlikely to stumble at Martinsville and
Two things about the Hall of Fame I find really funny by Monte Dutton

National Speed Sport News:
Hamlin Eyeing Martinsville Turnaround by Adam Fenwick

Philadelphia Daily News:
Johnson again cuts to NASCAR's Chase by Bill Fleischman

Race Journal Online:
TUM Fast Relief 500: Jimmie Can't Lose! by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
NASCAR Plans to Slow Jimmie Johnson Down and
First Victory Lap for Jimmie, Fantasy Insight- Martinsville 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Jimmie Johnson Is As Sly As A Fox by Rick Minter;
It’s Do It Or Lose It Time by Larry Woody;
Only Thing Petty At HOF Will Be Richard by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Martinsville by Jeff Wackerlin

Roanoke Times:
Rookie learning the ropes by Dustin Long

Rock Hill Herald :
Michael Waltrip can drive, but does he know math? by Andrew Dys

SceneDaily:
Pregnancy makes a trip to the track quite an ordeal by Carolyn Brewster;
Jimmie Johnson's streak to be admired by David Exum

SPEEDtv:
Wallaces Set To Make History and
Pressure Is Off Says Stewart by Tom Jensen;
JJ Jeopardizing Fan Base by Randy Pemberton

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Charlotte by Jeffrey Boswell;
Ricky Rudd delivered NASCAR's most heroic win at Martinsville by Clayton Caldwell

Sporting News:
Want Someone To Take Out Johnson? Hamlin's Your Guy by Kathy Sheldon;
Who's on track after Lowe's - Breaking down the top 12 of the Sprint Cup Series standings by Bill Marx;
Where's Mario Batali When We Need Him? Speedway Food Is Stuck In A Rut by Jim Pedley

Sports Illustrated:
Thanks to BET, push for diversity in NASCAR to be televised by Brant James

Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: In The Beginning ...

Stock Car Spin:
Jeff Gordon and AJ Allmendinger's Crew Are Doing Good Things by Hopper

USA Today:
A 16th-place for #16 less than ideal for Biffle at Charlotte by Greg Biffle

York Dispatch:
Chase moves to Martinsville by Ellen Siska

ESPN.com:
Turning Junior around is Hendrick's job and
Random thoughts from a recliner at Duke Hospital by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Charlotte by Matt Willis;
Introducing the Chicken Bone Section by Ryan McGee

Alabama Live:
Taking a lap around the world of racing by Doug Demmons

Anderson Herald Bulletin:
Chase for title loses its allure by Ken de la Bastide

Around the Track:
The Championship Drive Always Goes Through Martinsville by Steve Post

Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Charlotte & Martinsville by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Bobby Labonte deserves another chance by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Five Years Dale Jr. to RCR? Not as Outlandish as You Might Think by Jerry Bonkowski;
NASCAR Hoorahs And Wazzups: A Very Cold Night And Some “Lowe” Blows by Dave Grayson

Bleacher Report:
Dale Earnhardt, Junior: Calling All Arm Chair Psychiatrists by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump-Drafts:
Hey, Nobody Asked Me But… by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud: Johnson's dominance not good for NASCAR? New crew chief for Junior? by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Daily Nonpareil:
To win at Martinsville, competitors must stop Johnson by Marsha Hoffman

Daly Planet:
Much More Than "Shalom And Amen" by John Daly

fanzonesports:
Rick Hendrick Has The NASCAR World In The Palm Of His Hand by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
Knaus isn't a cheater; You're just jealous and
Restarts could alter title Chase by Jeff Hammond;
Johnson provides a reason to alter points system by Jeff Owens

Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Driver Development Busts, Ridiculous Race Names, And Why Restarts Are Crazy by Tom Bowles;
Media Crowning Jimmie Johnson Champion Halfway Through Chase Lazy And Irresponsible by Vito Pugliese;
Mirror Driving: Dale Jr.'s Next Step, Park's NASCAR Comeback, And Jimmie's Chase To Lose?;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 Through Charlotte compiled by Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Johnson Nearly Has Championship Wrapped Up by Chuck Abrams;
From Humble Beginnings, Sam Bass Stands Tall by Kim Roberson

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie;
Cup Corner – Martinsville Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel

Lexington Dispatch:
Looking at new Hall's first class by Ben White

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hall of Fame spotlight: Richard Petty by Amanda Vincent

Miami Herald:
Juan Pablo Montoya feels right at home driving NASCAR, in Miami by Adam H. Beasley

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Unabashed opinion (times three) by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Want to 'Jimmie-proof' Chase? Here's how to do it by David Caraviello;
Aflac judged top 'Business to Business' partner by Andrew Giangola;
TRG sells a dream based on quality, persistence by Dave Rodman;
Head2Head: Which Chase rookie will be back in '10? by Bill Kimm & Jason Schoellen

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #46 by T.C.

NASCAR Media:
Weekend Preview page

NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Montoya vs Gordon and
Indy racing family made few NASCAR appearances by Monte Dutton

Racing Junky:
The 10 Best - 10 Worst Drivers at Martinsville by Skip Jefferson;
Johnson increases lead in Power Rankings after Lowes by Teresa Bowling

RacingWithRich:
It's time for s serious Junior re-evaluation by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

Racin' with Russ:
Perfect Weekend for Superman at Lowe’s by Russell Schmidt

Roanoke Times:
Diversity program finally gaining speed and
Hamlin: Johnson will be repaid by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Cup championship still up for grabs by Rea White;
Ricky Rudd has no regrets leaving NASCAR in rearview mirror by Kenny Bruce

Siruis-Speedway:
Junior Struggling To Cope With Poor Performance by Dave Moody

Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: Halfway home, Jimmie Johnson continues to roll by Larry Taylor;
Martinsville Speedway: Steeped in NASCAR tradition by Angela Campbell;
The NASCAR Hall of Fame selections: My take by Ron Fleshman

Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Waving The Checkered Flag On Race 5 In The Chase by Patrick Baldwin

Sports Illustrated:
Logano exceeds expectations, placing fifth at Lowe's by Tim Tuttle;
Johnson, Gordon top rankings by Tow Bowles

Toronto Sun:
Junior's tug of war: Earnhardt's popularity off the track likely is a big reason for his struggles as a driver by Dean McNulty

Virginian Pilot:
Given a chance, Hamlin says, he might get even and
Frankly Speaking: "This sport is in serious trouble" by Duston Long

Weekender :
NASCAR gives drivers in diversity program best possible equipment by Timothy J. Raub

Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Channel surfing by Jay Hart;
Quit crying about Jimmie Johnson and appreciate history by Jay Busbee

ESPN:
Jimmie's current run is stuff of legend and
2009 Power Rankings: Martinsville by Ryan McGee;
It's JJ's to lose, but he still could lose and
Expect the unexpected, except with JJ by Terry Blount

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Hendrick celebrates with Johnson, commiserates with Earnhardt by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Five Years Later, Memories of Hendrick Plane Crash Are Still Haunting by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Is what’s good for Johnson bad for the sport? by Jay W. Pennell

Auto123:
Rick Hendrick and Richard Childress give Dale Jr. a vote of confidence by Lewis Franck

Bleacher Report:
Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus: Racing Outside the NASCAR Rule Book by David Yeazell

Bump Drafts:
Are There Any "Dales" Out There? by Jim McCoy

Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 10-21 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Kenseth, other non-Chasers flexing muscles by Brian De Los Santos

Charlotte Observer:
Recalling Schrader's big win, it's about time to come clean by Tom Higgins;
It's hard to downplay a 'perfect weekend' by Ron Green Jr.

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Blog Gone Wild: Junior To RCR In 2011? and
Sprint Cup notes by Godwin Kelly

Daly Planet:
Monday Night TV Mayhem by John Daly

FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Banking 500 by Geoffrey Miller

FoxSports:
It was a great week to be named Johnson by Darrell Waltrip;
Looking for answers to Junior's disastrous year by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Beyond The Cockpit: Jason Keller Keeps On Truckin' In Nationwide by Bryan Davis Keith;
Five Things To Look For In The Final Five Races Of 2009 by Tom Bowles;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #5 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Talking NASCAR TV: Knights of Standards and Practices, Please Report to the SPEED Stage by Phil Allaway;
Running Their Mouth: Bank of America 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Haddock in the Paddock:
NASCAR Chase has created a big, boring monster by Tim Haddock

Insider Racing News:
Give Dale Jr. Some Of What Johnson Has by Allen Madding

Las Vegas Sun:
Forget the bumping at Martinsville, Talladega could be more of a worry for Johnson by Mike Smith

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hall of Fame spotlight: Junior Johnson by Amanda Vincent

NASCAR.com:
Sabates proud that team is succeeding with less by Joe Menzer;
Junior's struggles mount as life now imitates art by Duane Cross

NASCAR Examiner:
Them lyin’ cheatin’ no good Hendrick boys stole another race by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
The Jimmie Johnson Issue by T.C.

NASCAR-ista:
Ride to Victory Round-Up by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Burning issues: 10-20-09 by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Chad and Jimmie: The American Dream! by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Does Earnhardt have Suicide Prevention on Speed Dial? Making the Grade- Charlotte 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
The Great Chase Seems To Be Fading Fast by Larry Woody;
France Jr. Should Have Been Held Back by Jonathan Ingram

Racing Tool:
Why Jimmie Johnson’s Dominance is Good for NASCAR, and Why Chevy Shouldn’t Race the Camaro by David Dubczak

Roanoke Times:
Not perfect, just winning effort by Dustin Long

RubbingsRacing:
Circuit Breaks: Martinsville by DJ DeSpain

SceneDaily:
Martinsville Speedway can reach up and bite Chase drivers by Rea White;
Getting to the heart of dislike for Jimmie Johnson by Kris Johnson;
NASCAR commercials in non-racing broadcasts good for the sport by Jeff Gluck;
Matt Kenseth quietly finding old form by Lee Montgomery

SPEEDtv:
‘Real Deal’ With Chad Knaus by Wendy Venturini

SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising Not Surprising: Lowe's Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor;
The Final Word: Jimmie must be into corporal punishment as he is spanking everybody by Ron Thornton;
A night race in October? A lesson to be learned by Ron Fleshman;
Jeff Gordon's health bodes well for his championship chances by Mary Jo Buchanan

SpinDoctor500blog:
Rush-ing Out the Welcome Mat by Michael Knight

Sporting News:
Yes, Stewart Has Gone Commando In The Car by Kathy Sheldon;
Why is there no love for Jimmie Johnson? by Reid Spencer

Sports Network:
Catch me if you can by Chris Symeon

Staggered Special:
Is Jimmy Johnson NASCAR’s News Leading Man? by Glen Hendricks

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jimmie Johnson’s Victory “Not” Good For NASCAR? by Lou Modestino

USA Today:
NASCAR's Drive for Diversity undergoes program overhaul by Nate Ryan

Yahoo Sports:
Chase Watch 2009: NASCAR, where 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 = 48 by Jay Busbee;
NASCAR Power Rankings

ESPN:
Montoya fuming after bump with Martin by Ed Hinton

Athlon Sports:
Unbeatable: Johnson wins, expands points lead by Amanda Brahler

Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson taking control of Chase by Don Coble

Auto123:
Jimmie Johnson's perfect weekend opens up his NASCAR points lead by Lewis Franck

Auto Racing Daily:
It’s No Surprise If Harvick Wants To Move On by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Updated championship probability table: Only three drivers can catch Johnson by Dale Watermill

Bump Drafts:
Is The Fix In For The "48" Team? by Jim McCoy

CupScene:
One of those nights and
Stealing the show by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Chase TV At The Tipping Point and
"Race Hub" Faces New Challenge In Week Two by John Daly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya's Cup bid comes to an end at Lowe's by Josh Lobdell

Fantasy NASCAR Examiner:
Brian Vickers falls farther after Banking 500 by Clark Hamilton

Fayetteville Observer:
Win a uppercut to Johnson's pursuers in Chase and
Brrrrrr! Is this Charlotte or Siberia? by Thomas Pope

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Charlotte Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #5 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Help Wanted! NASCAR's Charlotte Buzz Goes Silent by Tom Bowles;
Logano Keeps Missing His Pit From Becoming A Missed Opportunity At Lowe's by Tony Lumbis;
Bubble Breakdown: Team Red Bull Full "Speed" Ahead In Battle For Final Locked In Spot by Mike Ravesi

Gaston Gazette:
Going ... going ... gone: Johnson wins again at Lowe's and
Perfection is fleeting ... for everyone else | else, everyone, fleeting and
NASCAR Banking 500 Notes & Quotes by Monte Dutton

Gofastnews:
Jimmie Johnson Becomes First Driver To Win 3 Of The First 5 Chase Races by Deb Williams

Insider Racing News:
Real Men Wear and Drive Pink by Kim Roberson;
Is Montoya's Recent Success a Surprise? by Matthew Pizzolato

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Remember what I said? Forget it by Dave Kallmann

Motor Sports Weekly News:
Johnson and Knaus Unbeatable? by Drew Hierwarter

NASCAR.com:
Amid uncertainty, Mears begins to find his stride by David Caraviello;
It appears the torch has officially been passed by Joe Menzer

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Is it wise for Childress to keep an unhappy Harvick around for 2010? by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle gets bashed, again and
Junior whines, the media dines, aliens land in DC by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
It’s Always Good To Come Home by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Fans aren't on the wane; it's their intensity by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Just Sayin'... Thoughts on Charlotte by Rob Quillen

RacingWithRich:
If NASCAR wants some good PR they should penalize the #48 team and
Empty seats in Charlotte look particularly bad by Richard Allen

Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Inevitability by Jordan Bianchi

SceneDaily:
Bashers beware, points battle could be all but over by Kenny Bruce

SPEEDtv:
Montoya’s Hopes Go Bump In The Night by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
Winter (and the Chase) comes to Lowe's Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Jimmie Johnson still not recieveing enough credit from fans by Clayton Caldwell;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and the season that will never end by Angela Campbell;
A Lowe's Blow in the Chase by Mike Finnegan

Sporting News:
Notebook: Childress: Earnhardt will win a title by Reid Spencer

Sports Illustrated:
Johnson's unstoppable run, Junior's year of discontent & more notes by Bruce Martin

USA Today:
Johnson is well ahead of Chase after win in Concord, N.C. by Nate Ryan

ESPN.com:
Streaking JJ 'just doing my thing' by David Newton;
Pearson's plight could be bad news for Johnson by Ed Hinton

Associated Press:
Johnson ends 4-year losing streak at Lowe's by Jenna Fryer

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Boring championship race continues by Jeremy Dunn

All Left Turns:
Johnson dominating The Chase by Jay W. Pennell

Bleacher Report:
Will Flu Impact NASCAR's Final Chase Races? by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Chad Knaus and Jimmie Johnson: The Perfect Weekend by M Brian Ladner;
Winners and Losers:NASCAR Banking 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Ryan Newman Climbs Standings, Just Too Little Too Late by Patti Rodisch;
The Lugnut Report: Bad Luck Continues to Follow Dale Earnhardt, Jr. by Jen Preston;
NASCAR Chase Patrol: Midterm Grades For Top 12 Sprint Cup Contenders by Rob Tiongson

Bump Drafts:
Lowe’s Was A Game Changer All Right by Jim McCoy

CawsnJaws:
Race and Commercial Breakdown of the 2009 NASCAR Banking 500 by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
While Johnson inches closer to title, others fumble when it counts by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Gloomy skies, economy dim race fans' fire by Ely Portillo;
Maybe it's not Johnson, but it's just different, isn't it? by Tom Sorensen;
Johnson powers away – for knockout punch? and
Notes | DVD director, marshals and more by Ron Green Jr.

FanHouse:
Chasing Jimmie: Contenders Fading Fast by Holly Cain

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Rivals stumble as Johnson cruises by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Is Johnson's the Greatest Championship Performance Ever? History Says No by Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Johnson Just Can't Lose For Winning by Ron Felix

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hall of Fame spotlight: Bill France Jr. and
Johnson wins again by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Richard Childress, like Dale Jr., hasn't had much to smile about this season, but Childress says he's seeing "daylight" and
Jimmie Johnson: "One of the greatest drivers ever in this series," says car owner Rick Hendrick and
Jimmie Johnson wins again!

NASCAR.com:
Survival of the fittest: Ill Reutimann perseveres by Dave Rodman;
Except for Johnson, tough night for the Chasers by Joe Menzer;
For Johnson, it's down to a single-race Chase by David Caraviello

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Keselowski puts in his final ride for Hendrick … for now and
In theory, the Chase is thrilling … in reality, I can hardly stay awake by Matt Myftiu

RacingOne:
Hot Laps - LMS by Pete Pistone

Racin' Today:
Montoya Takes Shot, Gives Shot by Jim Pedley;
Johnson Makes It Two Straight Wins, Takes Aim At Fourth Title by Mike Harris

Roanoke Times:
Johnson crushes Lowe's field again and
Hendrick mum on Junior's crew chief/Notes by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
Need for speed: Kasey Kahne settles for third-place Charlotte finish by Jared Turner

SPEEDtv:
Johnson Wins NASCAR Banking 500 and
Chase Race Turning Into A Rout and
Childress Sponsor Hunting/Reutimann Sick by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
Future Hall of Fame classes need to remember NASCAR history by Shell Sparrow

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Charlotte Motor Speedway by Racing Maniac

USA Today:
Johnson rolls to Charlotte victory, stretches points lead by Nate Ryan

Virginina Pilot:
Is Jimmie Johnson's dominance good or bad for NASCAR? by Dustin Long

WFAE:
NASCAR layoffs create soul searching, opportunity by Scott Graf

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Jimmie’s rise one for the books by Jenna Fryer

ESPN.com:
Is JJ the best NASCAR driver ever? by Marty Smith;
Knaus vs. NASCAR a suspenseful game by Ed Hinton;
Mark Martin's most memorable moments by Matt Willis;
Martin wouldn't change his tough days by David Newton;
Charlotte Chase chances by Ryan McGee

Associated Press:
Earnhardt has "had enough" with frustrating year by Jenna Fryer;
Hamlin ready to move on after California collapse/Notes by Will Graves

All Left Turns:
Earnhardt Jr. beyond frustration by Jay W. Pennell

At the Track: Gater News:
Update from Lowes Motor Speedway by Ed Coombs

Bleacher Report:
Chad Knaus and Jimmie Johnson: One Win Away From Perfection by M Brian Ladner;
NASCAR's Inaugural Hall of Fame Class Announced But Who Really Cared? by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: NASCAR Banking 500 by Jim McCoy

Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR's founding fuel still bonds by Ron Green Jr.;
Doing the Danica dance: Choreography vs. reality by Tom Sorensen

Chicago Tribune:
Kurt Busch: Only thing faster than the driving? The days between the races

Clanton Advertiser:
NASCAR’s first Hall class should have been larger by Jeff Findley

CupScene:
Take another bow by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Documentary TV Series Right Thing For Johnson? by John Daly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya to face his toughest challenge by Josh Lobdell

Dialed In:
The “Slammer” will be full of NASCAR celebrities – arrested tonight! by Claire B. Lang

Fayetteville Observer:
Kahne battles adversity and
Senior Junior gives no quarter by Thomas Pope

FoxSports:
Changing schedule is only way to stop Jimmie by Jeff Owens;
Montoya gaining ground, respect in Cup ranks by Rea White;
NASCAR gives pink show of support for a cure by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Nationwide Series Breakdown: Dollar General 300 by Bryan Davis Keith;
Keselowski Looking To Add A Few Good Men At Penske by Tom Bowles

Indianapolis Motorsports Examiner:
Newman in Prime position to Transform Sprint Cup Chase by Jeff Norris

Insider Racing News:
In The Face Of Calamity, Earnhardt Jr. Is Optimistic, Again and Again by Brenda Benedict

Jamestown:
Biffle didn't mind Tom Logano's finger as much as Joey Logano's alleged thumbed nose by Brant Jones

Las Vegas Review Journal:
NASCAR’s new Mustang and unique Edsel by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

MikeMulhern.net:
Dale Jr.'s Take: And it ain't pretty and
Junior Johnson, returning to the track that gave so much heartache and heartbreak...and pondering NASCAR, as only ol' Junior can do

Mooresville Tribune:
From the Track: It's a gray day for racin' by Ben McNeely

NASCAR.com:
Johnson, Martin dominate all on-track activity at LMS by Dave Rodman;
Sum of all parts is what put Johnson in inaugural class by David Caraviello;
Vickers: Martin remains the one to beat, not Johnson by Joe Menzer;
Charlotte's Open Kitchen an authentic experience by Rick Houston

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Tony Eury Sr. may be only crew chief who can cure Dale Jr. by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR-ista:
Tony Stewart - Teacher's Pet? by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
So far, the Chase is a parody of parity and
Pink gives me the blues and
Lowe's notebook #2: Busch feels the strain of the pace and
Where numbers and hype are almost the same thing and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton

RacingOne:
Foul Mouthed and
Johnson Cruises into Lowe's by Pete Pistone

Racin' Today:
Shepherd Moves On As A Driver And A Cause by Jeff Hood;
Johnson Has Chasers Thinking 'Uh-Oh' and
Race Day: Chase Is Becoming Championship Stare-Down by Jim Pedley

RacingWin:
7 Things That Are Really Getting Under Dale Earnhardt Jr’s Skin

Roanoke Times:
Top 3 not only ones in contention/Notes and
Earnhardt: 'I'm about to the end of my rope' by Dustin Long

Roberts NASCAR Notes:
Charlotte Final Practices: Johnson's Speeds Are Way Beyond Second Fastest by Micah Roberts

SceneDaily:
Can a driver win a championship without winning a race? by Jared Turner;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. fans take heart by Bob Pockrass;
Funds in Alan Kulwicki’s name will enhance engineering education by Steve Waid

SPEEDtv:
Johnson Looking For Knockout Punch and
The Real Junior Achievement by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
Greg Biffle remains aggravated with Joey Logano after last week's incident by Lee Scoggins;
Carl Edwards throws away crutches, jumps into fatherhood and
A tale of two Juniors: Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Junior Johnson and
Kyle Busch declares Lowe's Motor Speedway 'my house' with Nationwide Series win by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sporting News:
Five to watch as Chase heads to one of Johnson's favorite tracks by Lars Anderson

Spotter Stand:
In The Curious Case Of Dale Earnhardt Jr., Enough Is Enough by Patrick Baldwin

USA Today:
Logano relishes Nationwide wins, burnouts for the camera by Joey Logano

Yahoo Sports:
Communication the key to winning championships by Jenna Fryer;
Storylines: Hanging with Mr. Johnson by Jay Hart;
'I never miss a workout' by Mark Martin

ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Can anyone topple Johnson at Lowe's? by Mark Garrow;
Pearson swallows a bitter pill by Ryan McGee;
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow;
Pearson squeezed out in HOF voting by David Newton

Associated Press:
France father-son headline 1st Hall of Fame class by Jenna Fryer

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: The Circuit Heads Home and
News and Notes: California & Charlotte by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Was fifth Hall of Fame inductee a surprise? by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
First class is impressive and
Running out the course and
Talladega decides to make changes/Notes by Don Coble

Auto123:
Nelson Piquet, Jr. tests a Red Horse Racing Toyota Truck by Lewis Franck

Auto Racing Daily:
Junior Johnson is A Surprise For Hall of Fame, But A Pleasant One Indeed by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Building NASCAR’s Mount Rushmore by Jay W. Pennell

Bleacher Report:
Did David Pearson get snubbed by the Nascar HOF? by Tom Thomason;
NASCAR's 20 Coolest Pit Crew Helmets by M Brian Ladner;
Hall of Fame: Did They Get It Right? by David Yeazell;
What Is Up at Michael Waltrip Racing? by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
My Picks For The Next HoF Class by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Earnhardt deserves to make HOF, just not first class by Pete Pistone;
NASCAR Hall of Fame voters get it right by Brian De Los Santos

Charlotte Observer:
Frances, Petty, Earnhardt, Johnson named by Ron Green Jr.;
Too many Frances, too few Pearsons by Tom Sorensen;
No Pearson? C'mon! by Scott Fowler

Daly Planet:
Powerful TV Coverage For Hall Of Fame by John Daly

FanHouse:
Hall of Fame Got Inaugural Class Right by Holly Cain

fingerprint inc:
Remembering Greg Moore by Jade Gurss

Florida Today:
NASCAR picks first Hall of Fame class by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Charlotte marks the Chase halfway point by Darrell Waltrip;
Earnhardt exemplifies a NASCAR Hall of Famer by Larry McReynolds;
Junior Johnson deserves his induction into Hall and
Hall lets old and new fans reconnect with history by Jeff Hammond;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca

Frontstretch:
The Hall Of Fame Votes Are In -- And The Committee Got It (Just About) Right by Tommy Thompson;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: Ramblin Man by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: An Odd Point Of View, The Hall of Fame And More (Or Less) Tolerance by Matt Taliaferro;
Fantasy Insider: Honing In Your Roster At NASCAR's Hometown Track by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Insider Racing News:
Remaking Fontana into Talladega West by Doug Demmons

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hall of Fame spotlight: Dale Earnhardt by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Bill Sr., Billy Jr., the Intimidator, the King, and the 'Last American Hero' -- the first five in NASCAR's newest Hall of Fame

Motorsports Talk:
On phantom cautions ruining the integrity of the sport by Charles Krall

NASCAR.com:
Good news and bad news as Chase heads to Lowe's by Bill Kimm;
Pearson's exclusion the surprise of inaugural vote by Joe Menzer;
Diagnosing cause behind outbreak of Jimmie Fatigue and
In heat of the Chase, even little things can mean a lot by David Caraviello

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Pearson is the best, whether Hall of Fame voters realize it or not by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Are the first five for NASCAR’s Hall Of Fame the right choices? Who cares by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Teams Need To Let Young Pit Crew Guys Make Mistakes by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
The process wasn't without its 'discussions' and
Three drivers, two Frances make NASCAR Hall of Fame by Monte Dutton

Peoria Journal Star:
Chase? More like a game of follow the leader by Jane Miller

Philadelphia Daily News:
Jimmie Johnson peaking at right time of NASCAR's Chase by Bill Fleischman

Race Journal Online:
Fantasy Picks - NASCAR Banking 500 by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
My Pet Peeves with the NASCAR Hall of Fame by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
The NASCAR Hall Of Fame Has Its First Class by Jim Pedley;
RacinToday's Votes Went To...;
The Hall Debate Was A Lively One by Mike Harris'
Is Happy Hour Coming To An End In NASCAR? by Larry Woody

Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

RacingWithRich:
Chase is about to boil down to a choice of sentiment vs. history by Richard Allen

SceneDaily:
Juan Pablo Montoya quietly making presence known in Chase by Jared Turner;
David Pearson should lead 2011 hall of fame class by Mike Hembree;
Edsel Ford II says NASCAR still a good place to be by Bob Pockrass

SPEEDtv:
I Am… Optimus Prime by Ryan Newman;
Hendrick Teammates Square Off Again and
The Cape Is On by Tom Jensen

SpeedwayMedia:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Auto Club Speedway by Jeffrey Boswell;
Kasey Kahne: A season of successes and frustrations by Lee Scoggins;
Another impetus for safety innovations by Clayton Caldwell

Sporting News:
A First-class Honor: NASCAR Hall Contemporaries

Sports Illustrated:
IndyCar champ Franchitti talks about his return, Danica and more by Brant James;
Montoya's Cinderella ride may end by Tom Bowles;
Lucky breaks help Stewart keep up with Johnson in Chase by Tim Tuttle

Sports Radio Interview:
Jeff Gordon says it’s frustrating that we’re not living up to our potential and.... by Jimmy Shapiro

Stock Car History Online:
The First Five Photo Gallery

USA Today:
Biffle's title hopes slipping, but optimism on rise for Charlotte by Greg Biffle

Virginian Pilot:
My Hall of Fame vote; 4 of my 5 made it by Dustin Long

Weekender:
Pitpass: Martin’s time to shine by Timothy J. Raub

Yahoo Sports:
For Danica, NASCAR doesn’t make sense by Dan Wetzel;
Happy Hour: It’s a Juan-derful world by Jay Hart;
NASCAR Power Rankings

York Dispatch:
Chase action moves to Lowe's by Ellen Siska

ESPN.com:
Did Tom Logano cross the line at Fontana? by David Newton;
Hall of Fame: Locks and long shots by Terry Blount;
Vote: NASCAR Hall of Fame

Alabama Live:
Kasey Kahne blasts NASCAR for phantom debris caution and
Forgetting the words to the National Anthem by Doug Demmons

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
What current drivers would make the Hall of Fame by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Good isn't good enough when trying to beat Johnson by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Today Will be One of The Greatest Days in NASCAR History by Jerry Bonkowski

AutoWeek:
Dodge is looking to add NASCAR teams as TRG is eyeing a switch by Steven Cole Smith;
NASCAR Notebook: Standard start times, Earnhardt crew chief in question, more by Al Pearce

Bump Drafts:
Fab 5 Driver Rankings: Because Winning Matters by Jim McCoy

Car and Driver:
2010 Ford Mustang NASCAR Race Car - Car News by Jared Gall

CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: NASCAR throwing cautions to bunch up the field? by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Hall countdown stories, slideshows by Bob Henry;
Hall to name first inductees Wednesday by Ron Green Jr.;
David Poole's Hall Of Fame picks

CupScene:
The All-American car gives NASCAR a new look by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Unique Challenge Awaits SPEED And ESPN by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Motor Heads Blog Hall Of Fame Voting by Godwin Kelly

Enginehead:
Tour Daytona with Richard Petty -- at 160 mph! by Steve C. Smith

FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Pepsi 500 by Geoffrey Miller

Frontstretch:
Danica Patrick, NASCAR, And IndyCar: Motorsports' Torrid Love Triangle Heats Up by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten NASCAR Hall Of Fame Nominees That Just Missed The Cut by Jeff Meyer;
Did You Notice? ... The Wave Around Needs Fixing, Ownership Is Aging, And Who Kansas Bumps by Tom Bowles;
Mirror Driving: How To Beat Hendrick, Parking Double Duty, And Dreamin' Of A Better California;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After California compiled by Mike Neff

High Point Enterprise:
NASCAR Hall set to induct first five by Greer Smith

Insider Racing News:
Why Johnson Should Not Win The Cup Championship by Chuck Abrams

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Charlotte by Jo Ann Hlavac;
Cup Corner – Charlotte Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel;
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

NASCAR.com:
Did Hamlin's ghosts in the shadows crush title hopes? by Dave Rodman;
Power Rankings;
Hendrick: Humble start to business, racing empires by Mark Aumann;
After four races Chase has its surprises, good and bad

NASCAR Examiner:
The NASCAR Haters Club is now in session by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #45 by T.C.

NASCAR Media:
Weekend LMS Preview page

NASCAR This Week:
Who should be the first five in the Hall? And who will be? and
NASCAR Hall to announce first five inductees and
Just ahead: the halfway point in the Chase by Monte Dutton

NASCAR Truck Series Examiner:
Roush vacating the NASCAR CWTS another sign that 'denial' is not just a river by Janelle Jalbert

Race Talk Radio:
Junior's Curse Exposed, Truth Behind Debris Cautions and NASCAR's Hometown Heroes by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
This Earnhardt Jr. Thing Is A Head-Scratcher by Larry Woody;
First Hall Vote To Be Relatively Painless by Jim Pedley

Roanoke Times:
Key 3 races await by Dustin Long

SceneDaily:
One man’s picks for the first five Hall of Fame inductees by Steve Waid;
Kasey Kahne still questions legitimacy of late caution at California by Rea White;
NASCAR’s regular-season champ should be recognized, but how? by Kris Johnson;
Welcome, Mustang by Mike Hembree;
Over? This Chase is just getting started by Kenny Bruce

SpeedwayMedia:
Lowe's Motor Speedway the last stand for bottom Chase contenders by Angela Campbell;
Jimmie Johnson stays patient, secures points lead leaving California by Larry Taylor;
Kasey Kahne doesn't expect smaller restrictor plates to make a difference at Talladega by Rebecca Spence;
Jimmie Johnson or the Chase: Who stays and what goes? by Kyle Ocker

Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Who Are Your Five Hall Of Fame Inductees? by Patrick Baldwin

Toronto Star:
NASCAR's unfair approach by Dean McNulty

USA Today:
Roush: Danica's moonlighting plan won't fly in NASCAR by Nate Ryan

ESPN.com:
Johnson's quest for #4 right on track by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after California by Matt Willis;
The next generation of NASCAR stars and
2009 Power Rankings: Charlotte by Ryan McGee

Associated Press:
Kahne puts NASCAR in spotlight over caution call by Jenna Fryer

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson is one-step closer to history, Biffle clashes with the Loganos by Jeremy Dunn

Autoextremist:
NASCAR’s “eureka!” moment? Not so much by Peter M. De Lorenzo

Auto Racing Daily:
Four Races And Six Drivers Down, Chase Starting to Look Familiar by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
If Winners Are Supposed to Be Embraced, Why is Jimmie Johnson Antagonized? by Rob Tiongson

Bump-Drafts:
You Tell Me: Favorite Finish by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Bad finishes mean bad news for Hamlin's Chase chances by Brian De Los Santos

Daly Planet:
All Hands On Deck For "NASCAR Race Hub" by John Daly

Fanzonesports:
Its Beginning To Sound Like The Same Old Song And Dance and
When Has A Fathers Love Gone To Far? by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
October 14, 2009 -- a red letter day in NASCAR history by Darell Waltrip;
Chase for Danica taking spotlight from title fight by Lee Spencer;
It's too early to give up on title Chase by Jeff Hammond

Insider Racing News:
Logano and Logano vs. Greg Biffle by Allen Madding

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

Las Vegas Sun:
Auto Club Speedway needs to be reconfigured by Mike Smith

Lexington Dispatch:
Johnson on yet another October tear by Ben White

NASCAR.com:
Learning on the job: Smith finishing up college degree and
NASCAR ranks filled with future Hall of Famers by Joe Menzer;
Tables turned on Gordon, and Johnson should note by Duane Cross

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Are phantom cautions a reality, and are they a bad thing? by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner
Danica Patrick doesn't belong in NASCAR, period by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Juan Pablo Montoya And A Lesson In How Not To Behave During A Press Conference by Journo

NASCAR-ista:
Fontana: Different Race, Same Story by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Kurt Busch vs. Kasey Kahne and
The Chase has been divided and
Burning issues: 10-13-09 by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Invisi-Debris Rules the Day by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Welcome to NAHCAR; Making the Grade- California 2 by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' with Russ:
Johnson Stomps Field in California by Russell Schmidt

Racing Geek:
Thoughts on The King Reclaiming His Throne by Jordan Bianchi

RacingOne:
Disaster Strikes RPM by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
There's A Reason These Guys Are In The Chase (Plus, Cautions Don't Cause Cautions!) by David Dubczak

SPEEDtv:
Johnson Putting Pressure On Foes by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Nobody could touch Jimmie, but they were all over Junior, Hamlin, Kahne and Biffle by Ron Thornton;
Surprising, Not Surprising: Auto Club Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Debris cautions nothing new for NASCAR by Clayton Caldwell;
Auto Club Speedway and Jimmie Johnson: Two realities not to be shaken by Ron Fleshman;
Danica Patrick given advice from NASCAR's elite by Angela Campbell

Sports Illustrated:
Five things we learned in California by Mark Beech

Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Waving The Checkered Flag On Race 4 In The Chase by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Mark Martin as Cup Champion Would Be A Storybook Ending to 2009 by Lou Modestino

Stock Car Spin:
Kasey Kahne Feels Victimized After Pepsi 500; Can You Blame Him? by Hopper

Virginian Pilot:
Who is your five for inaugural NASCAR Hall of Fame Class? by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Hamlin’s Chase goes up in smoke by Jenna Fryer

ESPN.com:
Can anyone stop Jimmie Johnson? and
NASCAR takes 48, 5 for third week by Terry Blount

Alabama Live:
Jimmie Johnson takes command of the Chase with a win at Fontana by Doug Demmons

Athlon Sports:
Johnson Victorious: 48 wins, takes points lead by Amanda Brahler

Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson takes lead in Chase by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Tom Logano Sets Poor Fatherly Example by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
The 20 best signs on pit road by M. Brian Ladner;
The Lugnut Report: Greg Biffle Has California Nightmares by Jen Preston;
Winners and Losers: Pepsi 500 and
The Lugnut Report: A.J. Allmendinger Wrecks Late In Pepsi 500 by Patti Rodisch

Bump-Drafts:
Race React: Quit Hatin’ On California by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
J.J.'s dominant Fontana win puts damper on contenders' title hopes by Pete Pistone

CloseFinishes:
Same Bat Time, Same Bat Channel For NASCAR by John Close

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kasey Kahne's championship hopes wrecked by Darren Pope

Cup Scene:
California dream turns out to be a NASCAR fabricators nightmare and
What a finish by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Fontana On ABC and
Monday's NASCAR TV Tripleheader by John Daly

Element of Speed:
Nationwide's Fight for Fifth by Amanda Vincent

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Phantom cautions have drivers livid and
Hamlin mistake results in crash, big points hit by Lee Spencer

Haddock in the Paddock:
Kevin's Krew and a 10th place finish at Auto Club Speedway by Tim Haddock

Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Johnson erases element of surprise in Fontana by J.P. Hoornstra;
All of the elements were there and
Hendrick supports Patrick's possible move by Louis Brewster;
Gilliland grateful for opportunity by Keith Lair

Insider Racing News:
Kyle Busch: NASCAR's Official "First Loser" by Matthew Pizzolato;
Superman Johnson Flexes His Muscle In California Win by Ron Felix

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie

Los Angeles Times:
Auto Club Speedway president pleased with fan turnout by John Cherwa;
It's a crash course in Fontana as Johnson outlasts Gordon, Montoya by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson takes win and points lead by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Jimmie, Jimmie, and more Jimmie. And what the heck did Denny Hamlin do? and
Gillian Zucker's Take on Sunday's California 500: Is the glass half-full or half-empty? and
Is it time for NASCAR to call 9-1-1 on Jimmie Johnson now...or just promote him to Formula One?

Motorsports Talk:
On phantom cautions ruining the integrity of the sport by Charles Krall

Motor Sports Weekly News
Johnson Now Leads the Points, But It Ain't Over by a Long Shot! by Drew Hierwarter

NASCAR.com:
Change in date does little to change predicament and
Face of Chase changes after 250 laps at Fontana and
Stewart's good fortune turns on ex-mate's woes by Mark Aumann

NASCAR Examiner:
Bad breaks bash Biffle by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Crew Guys Need More Exposure by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
Run-run-run-run-runaway? and
As the laps wind by (streams of consciousness while watching the Pepsi 500 on TV by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sentinel:
Joey Logano's father apologizes for dispute with NASCAR's Greg Biffle by David Georgette

Press-Enterprise:
Johnson takes control of Chase by Tim Dutton;
Predictable race gets a smashing jumpstart by Greg Patton;
Johnson making Chase just a formality by Matt Calkins

Race Journal Online:
Together: The Hendricks Motorsports Story - A Review and
Just Sayin'... Thoughts on Snore-tana by Rob Quillen

Race Talk Radio:
Praise Pope Morgan and Double File Restarts by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
NASCAR Realizes It’s A Fiddle, Not A Violin by Jonathan Ingram

RacingOne:
Hot Laps by Pete Pistone

San Diego Union Tribune:
Tuned for the track by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Kasey Kahne says debris caution was bogus, but so what? by Jeff Gluck;
Stop Jimmie Johnson? Might want to bring reinforcements by Mike Hembree

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Johnson Faces pit problems and debris cautions to keep the hometown party alive by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
Stewart Makes Chicken Salad and
Johnson Crushes So. Cal. Field by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Johnson Grabs the Chase lead with win at Auto Club by Mike Finnegan;
Joey Logano outlasts field for Nationwide Series win in California by Rebecca Spence;
Joey Logano's father ordered hard time without hard card after incident involving Greg Biffle by Mary Jo Buchanan

SpinDoctor500:
Time for Racing Town Halls by Michael Knight

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - California Surfing by Carolyn Hastings

Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: King-Sized Meltdown (Richard Petty confronts Ned Jarrett)

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Vickers and team have a deep point hole by Dwight Drum

Virginian Pilot:
Can Johnson make Gordon's statement come true? by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
No doubt about it: Chase is Johnson’s to lose by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Junior hits birthday milestone with grace by Terry Blount;
Waltrip wants to drive Nationwide and
Waltrip won over by Danica's passion by Marty Smith

Alabama Live:
Joey Logano has the last laugh at Fontana by Doug Demmons

Augusta Chronicle:
Hamlin hanging around in Chase by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
This kid Logano can drive by Tom Thomason

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Stewart: Pit choices likely to determine Cup title by Lindsey Young

Daly Planet:
ESPN Stumbles Into Sunday by John Daly

Fanzonesports:
The Battle Continues Between Roush Fenway And Hendrick Motorsports and
With 29 Weeks Down, The Excitement Continues With Seven To Go by Sal Sigala Jr

Ft. Worth Star-Telegram:
Sprint Cup Chase: Previewing the Pepsi 500 by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Kenseth helping Roush's future by Lee Spencer

Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Johnson not in the lead, but biggest threat and
Speedway hopes sales pitch strikes it rich by Louis Brewster

Las Vegas Review Journal:
Vickers at U.S. Open by Jeff Wolf

Los Angeles Times:
Joey Logano wins Copart 300 in wild finish at Fontana and
Pepsi 500 newbie: Get your NASCAR cred here by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner
Logano wins second-straight by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
It might be a long Sunday afternoon for the Gibbs bunch...but at least it should be exciting to watch and
No further penalies expected in David Reutimann case, NASCAR says and
Goodyear's 17-inch race tire project is clouded by questions and
Thinking outside the box: What if the NASCAR Frances were to buy Indianapolis Motor Speedway.....
Hey, maybe California Speedway should be redesigned to be a two-mile Talladega, or Daytona

NASCAR.com:
Busch slowed by flu bug; Gilliland on standby at ACS and
Johnson's career boosted by brother's successes and
For Gordon, single-car business model works by Mark Aumann

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hamlin vs. Keselowski rivalry getting interesting by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Notes:
California Happy Hour: Mark Martin Fastest, but Hamlin Looks Best by Micah Roberts

NASCAR This Week:
Where's the NASCAR love in L.A.? and
It's no big deal, but ... and
California notebook: Winning is big, but not biggest, for Montoya by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
Talk About an Unlikely NASCAR Feud ... by Michelle Dawn

Orlando Sentinel:
Logano grabs NASCAR Nationwide win after clash with Biffle by David Georgette

Press-Enterprise:
Expect more fans, closer racing and
Martin's quest is crew chief's dream come true and
Logano finds his way to victory by Tim Dutton

Racin' Today:
The Chase Looks For Comfortable Home In SoCal and
It’s A Big Day For Martin’s Career by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Edwards Puts Best Foot Forward by Pete Pistone

RacingWithRich:
Note to the OTHER 31 drivers: "Stay out of the way!" by Richard Allen

San Diego Union Tribune:
Is NASCAR headed for the wall? by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Juan Pablo Montoya raising expectations by Daivd Exum;
Roush Fenway Racing still in contention to win Cup championship by Rea White;
NASCAR should have kept lid on Hendrick Motorsports story by Art Weinstein

SPEEDtv:
Leaders Not Separated By Much by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Joey Logano outlasts field for Nationwide Series win in California by Rebecca Spence;
Points leader or not, Jimmie Johnson remains the measuring stick by Jonathan Lintner;
David Reutimann 'aggravated' by post-qualifying penalty by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Kasey Kahne down but not out of Championship Chase by Angie Campbell

Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' it with Carl Edwards by Tom Bowles

Virginian Pilot:
Wins, loses often come in pits and
Ford delays debut of new engine by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Who will lose ground in Chase? by Jay Hart

ESPN.com:
Reutimann dropped to back of field and
NASCAR drivers tell Danica to come over full-time and
Earnhardt impressed with Danica and
This Chase shaping up as toughest yet by Terry Blount;
Regular-season leader needs big reward by Marty Smith

Alabama Live:
Tony Stewart says track position has become more important in deciding races by Doug Demmons

Augusta Chronicle:
Chase leaders avoid drop by Don Coble

Auto123:
Montoya, Johnson: Running both stock cars and IndyCars won't help Danica Patrick by Lewis Franck

Autoweek:
NASCAR Notebook: Standard start times, Earnhardt crew chief in question, more by Al Pearce

Bleacher Report:
Danica Patrick vs. NASCAR's Homegrown Talent: Who Is Best for the Sport? by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Remembering Bobby Isaac by Tom Thomason

Bump-Drafts:
The Chase Needs Montoya by John Chapman

Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR Hall of Fame countdown: David Pearson

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Consistent start times will help NASCAR by Lindsey Young

Clanton Advertiser:
Two wild cards left in the Chase by Jeff Findley

Daly Planet:
NASCAR TV Changes On Monday by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Ripples From J.C. France's Arrest by Godwin Kelly

Fox Sports:
Even as he turns 35, Earnhardt remains Junior by Lee Spencer

Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Hamlin takes pole for Sunday's race by Louis Brewster

Insider Racing News:
So You Want To Be The Next Juan Pablo Montoya? by Nick Blake;
NASCAR Around the World, the Prince Comes Bearing Gifts by Brenda Benedict

LAist:
NASCAR's "Chase for the Cup" to debut in Southern California this Weekend with a Packed Field by Lisa Borodkin

Los Angeles Times:
Top NASCAR drivers well positioned at Fontana and
NASCAR's Rick Hendrick says documentary has wide appeal by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Nationwide COT schedule set by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Denny Hamlin wins the California Pepsi 500 pole, and second-fastest David Reutimann gets busted by NASCAR inspectors and booted to the rear and
Juan Pablo Montoya's take: on Danica Patrick and
That proposed new 17-inch NASCAR Goodyear? Well, upon further review...... and
NASCAR's new Nationwide car? Slowly, slowly it is making its way to the track and
Goodyear's new 17-inch NASCAR tire looks good in debut tests, and more testing is now planned this fall

NASCAR.com:
This is it: No more excuses for Auto Club Speedway by David Caraviello;
Reutimann's front-row time at Fontana disallowed and
Yarborough fondly recalls early days of stellar career and
Kenseth returns to site of last win, minus the Chase and
Edwards off crutches; his Chase not on solid footing by Mark Aumann

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
COT will bring more safety to Nationwide, but at what cost by Matt Myftiu

Orange County Register:
Hamlin's pole might mean little at Fontana by Damian Dottore

Press-Enterprise:
Hamlin wins pole for Pepsi 500 and
Chase boys offer tips for Danica by Tim Dutton

Racin' Today:
France Drug Problems A Sign of Times by Larry Woody;
Bayne A Rising-Star Attraction in Garages and
Fontana Notes: Montoya Offers Danica Advice by Jeff Hood

Race Journal Online:
Twitter Me This! Insights from NASCAR Twitterville by Carol Einarsson

Racing Geek:
Pepsi 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

RacingOne:
Comeback on Johnson's Mind by Pete Pistone

Racing Tool:
Aggression Versus Savvy by David Dubczak

Resolution Management & Marketing:
Sponsorship and Fans: A Protracted Impact by Eric Giangiordano

Roanoke Times:
Fontana a question mark by Dustin Long

San Diego Union Tribune:
Martin inches closer to elusive championship by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Does history repeat itself at NASCAR tracks? by Rea White;
Montoya unflappable after reporter confronts him by Jeff Gluck

SPEEDtv:
Hamlin’s Chase Hopes Roar Back To Life and
No Clear Favorite To Win It All? by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Nationwide Series' new car will race in July 2010 at Daytona and
Carl Edwards is California Dreamin' about changes to new car platform by Jonathan Lintner;
Kudos to NASCAR: It's time to applaud 2009 changes by Ron Fleshman

Sports Illustrated:
Kenseth could change luck of Chase outsiders at Fontana by Pete Pistone

USA Today:
NASCAR prefers to play it safe, regardless of Chase status by Nate Ryan

Virginian Pilot:
NASCAR slowing cars for Talladega race by Dustin Long;
Bigger tire coming? Lower ticket prices on way and other notes by Dustin Long

Whittier Daily News:
Nationwide: Top drivers limping to starting line by J.P. Hoornstra

Yahoo Sports:
Montoya’s breaking down borders by Jay Hart;
I just love the racing by Mark Martin

ESPN.com:
NASCAR prep takes team chemistry by Terry Blount;
SCC Preview: Martin set to counterpunch at Kansas by Mark Garrow;
Warning to Keselowski at Kansas uncalled for by David Newton;
Standardized start times a victory for the fans by Ed Hinton;
Crunching numbers for California by Matt Willis

Alabama Live:
More price cutting on the way at NASCAR tracks by Doug Demmons

Athlon Sports
No Quarter: Car and driver tolerances questioned by Amy Henderson

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
1971 Miller High Life 500 at Ontario (Dale Jr in Back in the Day) by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
NASCAR Makes Bad Call on Skipping Saturday Night For Chase Races by Jerry Bonkowski

Bleacher Report:
Changing the NASCAR Chase format: The single best idea ever submitted and
Is it time to change the chase format? by David Yeazell

Bump-Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: The Pepsi 500 Edition by Jim McCoy

Caledonia Record:
Strap In: John Donahue Wins the Milk Bowl by Biggy Bigelow

Centre Daily Times:
Timing call good for NASCAR by Steve Sampsell

Charlotte Observer:
Hall of Fame countdown: Junior Johnson

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne needs to close the gap at California by Darren Pope

CupScene:
California dreaming and
Newman turning the page in California and
Kenseth looks west for turn around by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Bad Timing Strikes France Family Again by John Daly

Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor's view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell

Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
Winless Edwards still has Cup title in sight by Anthony Andro

FoxSports:
Crew chief has to take high road on radio by Larry McReynolds

Georgia Racing History:
Georgia Racing Hall of Fame Set To Honor 2009 Class by Brandon Reed

Haddock in the Paddock:
Racing for second at Auto Club Speedway by Tim Haddock

Hartford Courant:
Kligerman In Fast Lane by Shawn Courchesne

Indianapolis Star:
NASCAR Chase hits the West Coast by Curt Cavin

Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Veteran driver surprising NASCAR opponents so far by Jeff Birchfield

Insider Racing News:
Kyle Petty: If You Can't Do Anything Else, Say a Prayer for Us by Rebecca Gladden

Las Vegas Sun:
NASCAR’s move to change start times is the right decision by Mike Smith

Los Angeles Times:
Hendrick's skills put to the test as Earnhardt struggles and;
Hendrick: Danica in NASCAR Cup series possible by Jim Peltz

MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR's TV ratings from Kansas are down too...with the World Series coming up, and redhot NFL competition

Miching Live:
Michigan auto racing writers panel makes its picks for Sunday's race at Fontana by

NASCAR.com:
Johnson the favorite at Fontana; Kenseth sweep? by Mark Taylor;
Montoya turning it on in Chase, but still needs a win;
Martin remains on point as Chase turns to Fontana

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Kyle Petty and friends will hit the road for charity this weekend by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Barely breathing Biffle isn't giving up by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Chase Drivers Shouldn't Get Special Treatment by T.C.

NASCAR News And Notes:
Why Not Keep Lance McGrew? by Travis Barend

NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR turns the clock back on starting times by Monte Dutton

Orange County Register:
Gordon eyes move at race in Fontana by Damian Dottore

Press Enterprise:
Montoya's a surprise Chase contender by Tim Dutton

Race Journal Online:
I Was Just Wonderin'... Is Danica Distracting Dale, Jr.? by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
NASCAR Not Drug Free Before the Race at California by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
California Sets Up A Decision For Biffle And Team by Rick Monter;
Bottom-Feeders Need To Chow Down by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Sweep on Kenseth's Mind and
Start it Up by Pete Pistone;
Driver Handicaps: Auto Club by Jeff Wackerlin

Scene Daily:
To capture essence of racing, you have to be there by Art Weinstein;
Danica Patrick would be good for NASCAR by Jeff Owens;
Chase drivers have fared well at Auto Club Speedway by Kenny Bruce

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Fontana more than just a Chase race for Jimmie Johnson by Janelle Jalbert

Southern Pines Pilot:
Pushing the Rules Part of the Sport by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Another Stern Test For Martin by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: Three down, seven to go and
What if...a race at Auto Club Speedway did this? by Larry Taylor;
NASCAR drivers put crashes in perspective following Joey Logano's Dover roll by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Dale Earnhardt Jr., the 'Terrific 12' and challenging Chase drivers by Shell Sparrow

Sports Illustrated:
NASCAR makes important step to lure back fans with new schedule by Mark Beech;
Spoilers are few in Hendrick ride toward another Sprint Cup title by Lars Anderson;
Toyota still has a ways to go by Tom Bowles

Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Driving To Victory

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Vickers seeks momentum shift now by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
California race shifts dates; is layout change far behind? by Nate Ryan

Virginian Pilot:
NASCAR diversity program getting an upgrade by Dustin Long

ESPN.com:
The NASCAR show again trumps sport by Ed Hinton;
California drivers are dominating NASCAR like no others by Ryan McGee;
Races will start at consistent times by David Newton

Alabama Live:
NASCAR turns back the clock to bring back consistent start times by Doug Demmons

Associated Press:
Montoya surprise so far of Chase by Jenna Fryer

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Tony Stewart is from open wheel too, you know by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Title contenders rely on help from their teammates and
Times to be more friendly for fans and
NASCAR newsmaker: Juan Pablo Montoya by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Uniform Start Times A Good Move by NASCAR by Jerry Bonkowski

Bakersfield Californian:
A tale of caution and GO! by Mike Griffith

Bump-Drafts:
"The Big 10"Driver Rankings: Still Wide Open by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Standardized start time a change NASCAR fans been waiting for by Pete Pistone;
Power Rankings: Montoya shifts gears, with eye-opening results by Brian De Los Santos

Chicago Tribune:
Heat is on for Fontana after 11th at Kansas by Kurt Busch

Daily Nonpareil:
Stewart leads Chase driver domination at Kansas by Marsha Hoffman

Dallas Morning News:
Kurt Busch stays on track by Anthony Andro

Daly Planet:
Hendrick Motorsports Story An Interesting Mix by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Daytona 500 will start at 1 by Godwin Kelly

Delaware News Journal:
Montoya on target for title run by Mike Finney

Fanzonesports:
Whatever Happened To: Innocent Until Proven Guilty? by Sal Sigala Jr.

FoxSports:
It's about time! by Darrell Waltrip;
It's about time NASCAR got consistent by Larry McReynolds;
Kahne, Vickers need to claw back into title contention by Rea White;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Mondaca

Globe and Mail:
Standings tighten after Kansas Speedway race by Jeff Pappone

Indianapolis Star:
2010 Brickyard 400 will start at 1 p.m. by Curt Cavin

Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Gordon not ready to be counted out by Jeff Birchfield;
Busch remains on record pace and
Times are changing in Sprint Cup Series by Louis Brewster;
Leffler seeks reversal in fortunes in Fontana by J.P. Hoornstra

Insider Racing News:
Here Comes the Second Wave of the Open-Wheel Invasion by Doug Demmons

Laidback Racing:
Tailgating: What You Need to Know About Auto Club Speedway by Jo Ann Hlavac;
Cup Corner - California Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel

Los Angeles Daily News:
Plenty of spoilers in Chase for NASCAR Sprint Cup by Louis Brewster

Los Angeles Times:
Optimism turns to frustration for NASCAR'S Matt Kenseth by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Nationwide Series heads to Auto Club Speedway by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
The road to California...and musings along the way

NASCAR.com:
For teams still on fringe, it's time to roll the dice by Marty Snider;
Fontana the springboard for Montoya's magical '09 by Bill Kimm;
Standard start times bring sport back to comfort zone by Duane Cross;
Record-setting Busch goes for another at Fontana and
For Long, survival was tenuous before record fine by Jarrod Breeze;
Power Rankings: Fontana by Mark Aumann

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
NASCAR should be ashamed over warning Keselowski for racing Chasers by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
We want to know: What do you think of the new start times for 2010? by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
A Weekend of Championship Races by Journo

NASCAR-ista:
Earlier Start Times Mean an Old Sunday Routine by Michelle Dawn

New York Times:
NASCAR Fans Get Their Way: Earlier Starts by Richard Sandomir

Norman Transcript:
No more messing around with Chase by Christian Potts

Philadelphia Daily News:
Biffle's crew chief Erwin calm heading into heart of Chase by Bill Fleischman

Race Journal Online:
Fontana Fantasy Picks by Rob Quillen

RaceTalkRadio:
California is Not Dreaming About NASCAR by Dennis Michelsen

Racers Reunion:
RacersReunion Memory Lane Hall of Fame Well Supported by Jeff Gilder

Racin' Today:
Does NASCAR Need A Southern Accent? by Rick Minter;
Still-Hot Hamlin says Keselowski Refuses To Man-Up by Mark Armijo;
What Time Will The 1 p.m Races Start? by Larry Woody;
Starting Times For 2010 Cup Races Will Be Pushed Back by Jim Pedley

Racing Geek:
Standardized Start Times Are a Start, But More Needed and
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi

San Bernadino Sun:
NASCAR top 100 by Louis Brewster

San Diego Union Tribune:
Gray area clouds what's legal for NASCAR cars by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Changing start times smart move by NASCAR by Jeff Owens;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: Leave your dog behind by Carolyn Brewster;
Mark Martin made the most of his second chance by Steve Waid

SPEEDtv:
Auto Club The Place For Gordon and
Stewart Is California Dreamin’ by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Kansas by Jeffrey Boswell;
The Chase for the Sprint Cup: It's not broken by Lee Scoggins;
Start times NASCAR fans can set their DVRs and
Kurt Busch: The game has picked up since 2004 championship by Rebecca Spence

Sports Illustrated:
Mears playing risky waiting game by Tim Tuttle

Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Waving The Checkered Flag On Race 3 In The Chase by Patrick Baldwin

Stock Car History Online:
The Tom Kirkland Collection: Fashionable

Stock Car Science:
NASCAR is losing their tolerance by Diandra Leslie-Pelecky

USA Today:
Team notes: Chase contenders on course for California;
'Together' documentary gets to heart of Hendrick by Nate Ryan

Vegas Insider:
Pepsi 500 Preview by Micah Roberts

Virginian Pilot:
Earlier start times and what Brian France said about the Chase by Dustin Long

Washington Times:
Feedback compels NASCAR to go to earlier starts by Tim Lemke

Yahoo Sports:
Reward determination, not mediocrity by Ricky Craven

York Dispatch:
NASCAR to get uniform start times by Ellen Siska

ESPN.com:
News travels fast in Twitterville and
Danica double would be a boon for Marcus Smith by David Newton;
It's judgment day for Fontana by Terry Blount

Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Fearing Jimmie, Chasing Mark by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Danica Patrick in no rush to join Sprint Cup by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
What Happens if Danica is Hurt in NASCAR? by Jerry Bonkowski

Bump-Drafts:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Versus the NFL by Patrick Reynolds

CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: NASCAR out of line; Hendrick controversy; IRL title by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Hall of Fame countdown: Dale Earnhardt

Daly Planet:
TV Troubles With Chase Easy To Understand by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Fences raised at Daytona and Talladega by Godwin Kelly

FoxSports:
The DW Way by Darrell Waltrip;
F1's Trulli, Salo to test with Michael Waltrip Racing by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
The Chase Gets Better Every Week by Chuck Abrams

Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR: It's bigger than the South by Jim Peltz

MikeMulhern.net:
Greg Biffle, on Sunday's California 500: "I owe these guys one"

NASCAR.com:
Why Johnson should win it ... and why he may not by David Caraviello;
Head2Head: Is it OK to tell non-Chasers to back off? by Bill Kimm & Jason Schoellen

NASCAR Examiner:
Did Hendrick taint the Chase? by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #44 by T.C.

NASCAR Media:
Auto Club Speedway Weekend Preview page

NASCAR This Week:
Family ties not enough for Cup pro Mears and
Feud of the Week: Juan Pablo Montoya vs. Brad Keselowski by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
The Story Behind That Carl Edwards' Shirt by Michelle Dawn

Press Enterprise:
This year, Chase should be hottest thing at track by Tim Dutton

Racin' Today:
Danica Ready To Bring It? by Jim Pedley;
Mistakes Mean One And Done in Chase by Rick Minter

RacingOne:
Gordon Looks Ahead by Jeff Wackerlin;
RacingOne Power Rankings

RacingWithRich:
Why exactly did NASCAR bother to warn the Hendrick teams? by Richard Allen

San Bernadino Sun:
Patrick is still considering NASCAR by Louis Brewster

SceneDaily:
Paul Menard is NASCAR’s most sought-after driver by Jeff Gluck;
NASCAR should ban extra team cars in the Chase by Bob Pockrass

SPEEDtv:
How Will Johnson Bounce Back? and
Busch Forges Ahead by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
Spotlight on Trevor Bayne by Angie Campbell;
On Pit Road: The Nos. 5 and 48 were legal, 'I promise' by Joe Dunn;
NASCAR, Talladega enhance catch fence for October Chase race by Jonathan Lintner;
Commentary: NASCAR moves two steps foward, one back with Pepsi 500 start time by Clayton Caldwell

Sports Illustrated:
Martin faces test of a champion by Tom Bowles

Spotter Stand:
Smoke Screen: Keselowski Gets Warned; McGrew's Future; And More Danica Talk by Patrick Baldwin

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR TV talkers: Words of speed, part 2 by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Biffle rues tire choice, but revels in return to lead pack in Kansas by Greg Biffle

Virginian Pilot:
Teams talking to Patrick about 2010 by Dustin Long

ESPN.com:
Waltrip meets with Patrick on 2010 by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Kansas by Matt Willis;
Get off the Chase's back by Ryan McGee

619 Sports:
Jimmie Johnson: Chasing Down Another Championship by Craig (audio)

All Left Turns:
Championship probability table: Johnson, Stewart tied and Martin right behind by Dale Watermill

Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Kansas & California by Matt Taliaferro

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Tony Stewart, Montoya keep Chase interesting by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Making up ground in Chase difficult with everyone running up front by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Are Dale Earnhardt Jr.’s Best Years Behind Him? by Jerry Bonkowski

CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Montoya shifts gears, with eye-opening results by Brian De Los Santos

Century City News:
Gillian Zucker - A Century City Woman of Achievement

Columbia Tribune:
Roush drivers try to see the sunny side by David Briggs

Daly Planet:
Boris Stands Alone And Jimmy Gets A Muzzle by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
GM's manufacturers' crown goes unnoticed by Godwin Kelly

Emporia Gazette:
Bad day for Bowyer by Joey Berlin

FoxSports:
Lots going on at track besides title Chase by Lee Spencer

Fronstretch:
NASCAR Needs To Shut Up And Let Them Race! by S.D. Grady;
Beyond The Cockpit: Eric McClure On Surviving With A Small Market Team by Bryan Davis Keith;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN Coverage Excellent At Kansas ... Until The Green Flag Dropped by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #3 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth: Price Chopper 400 by Beth Lunkenheimer

Insider Racing News:
NASCAR Hall of Fame Freshman Class Embarrassingly Small by Brian Watkins;
Racer Profile: Lloyd Moore by Allen Madding

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves: Bits and Pieces by Mad Mikie

Las Vegas Sun:
Does Gordon or Stewart have the momentum heading to California? by Mike Smith

Lexington Dispatch:
Some gain ground, others slip in Chase by Ben White

Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR's Chase contenders look to California by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
California racing brings out the celebrity crowd by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Fiat's Sergio Marchionne cleaning house at Dodge and Chrysler....but is there any real game plan here, or just panic in Turin?

NASCAR.com:
Thanks to Kansas, the '09 Chase became best Chase by Dave Rodman;
Hendrick opens up about past and coming 'Together' by Joe Menzer;
Montoya continues to roll and remains one to watch by Duane Cross

NASCAR Examiner:
Note to Jeremy Mayfield; please just go away by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Kudos To Joey Logano by T.C.

NASCAR This Week:
The year of last hurrahs and
Burning issues: 10-6-09 by Monte Dutton

NASCAR-ista:
Kyle Petty - Hall, Bikes and Project Runway by Michelle Dawn

Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - NASCAR, Kansas, Tony Stewart, and Chevrolet and
Observations from Kansas (Sunday) by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
The Poor Get Poorer And The Rich Get Warned by Larry Woody

RacingOne:
Keeping Five Alive Key for Montoya by Pete Pistone

RaceTalkRadio
Making the Grade- Kansas; Hendrick Cars Three for Three in Chase by< Dennis Michelsen/P>

Racing Tool:
Keselowski Doing It Right by David Dubczak

Racin' with Russ:
Stewart Wins on Late Race Gamble by Russell Schmidt

Rubbings Racing:
Jimmie Johnson: 4 in a Row, Good for the Show and
Circuit Breaks: Fontana by DJ DeSpain

SceneDaily:
NASCAR shouldn't expect non-Chase drivers to cut Chase contenders any slack by Jeff Owens;
NASCAR wants no role in the outcome of the Chase by Steve Waid;
Tony Stewart proves his doubters wrong - again by Jared Turner

SPEEDtv:
The Plot Thickens by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal’ With The Chase Drivers Part 2 by Wendy Venturini

SpeedwayMedia:
The Final Word: Junior! Junior! Junior! Oh, crap, not again! by Ron Thornton

Sporting News:
Brad Keselowski is a special talent by Reid Spencer

Stock Car History Online:
The Case For Junior Johnson

USA Today:
Stewart: Trusting in crew chief Grubb 'the right thing to do' by Nate Ryan

Virginian Pilot:
Plenty of Chase left in tight race by Dustin Long

Wheels.ca:
There's something wrong when my pal finds NASCAR boring by Norris McDonald

Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Saturday vs. Sunday by Jay Hart;
Chase Watch 2009: Tony Stewart gets in on the action by Jay Busbee

ESPN.com:
Gordon's runner-up effort lost in Stewart's hoopla by Ed Hinton;
2009 Power Rankings: California by Ryan McGee;
Stewart roars back in a big way by Terry Blount

Associated Press:
Stewart wins at Kansas to improve title chances by Jenna Fryer

Athlon Sports:
Rebound Win: Stewart gambles, wins Kansas by Amanda Brahler

Augusta Chronicle:
Stewart 's call results in victory by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
Will Chase Race be Cure For What Ails Fontana? by Jerry Bonkowski

All Left Turns:
Earnhardt losing streak reaches 50 by Joe Donatelli

Bleacher Report:
Winners and Losers: Price Chopper 400 and
The Lugnut Report: Jimmie Johnson Struggles Late for Top 10 Finish by Patti Rodisch

Bump Drafts:
Smoke Heats Up Chase Picture by Jim McCoy

CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Price Chopper 400 by Cheryl Walker

CBS Sports:
Expect Hendrick driver to take home Cup title by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Stewart's win may raise interest rate and
Biffle overrules crew chief on tire call – and he regrets it by David Scott;
NASCAR Hall of Fame countdown: Bill France

CloseFinishes:
Hendrick Pushing The Rules Toward Another Cup Championship by John Close

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne gains one spot in Chase with sixth place finish at Kansas by Darren Pope

CupScene:
Issues plague Junior, again and
Newman and Vickers out of the picture and
Hard fought homecoming for Edwards and Bowyer and
Smoke Signals by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Kansas On ABC by John Daly

FanHouse:
Gordon, Stewart Make Gains in Chase by Geoffrey Miller

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Stewart back in title Chase by Lee Spencer

Fronstretch:
Five Reasons Why Johnson's Chase For History Is Chasing Away NASCAR's Fan Base by Tom Bowles;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Kansas Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #3 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Menard Spins Out Early While Andretti Runs Dry Late by Mike Ravesi;
Sprint Cup Rookie Report: Keselowski Ending Hendrick Tenure On A High Note by Tony Lumbis

Indianapolis Motorsports Examiner:
Newman continues to struggle at Kansas by Jeff Norris

Insider Racing News:
Great Pit Call Puts Stewart Back In The Fight by Ron Felix;
NASCAR is Still Feeling the Economic Crunch by Matthew Pizzolato

Kansas City Kansan:
Stewart edges Gordon to earn second Kansas victory by Nick Sloan

Kansas City Star:
Tony Stewart holds off Jeff Gordon and wins the Price Chopper 400 at Kansas Speedway and
Biffle says tire change cost him time by Randy Covitz;
Midrace pit stop derails Johnson’s repeat bid by Tod Palmer;
Martin extends Sprint Cup lead despite seventh-place finish by Sam Mellinger;
NASCAR buzz | Local favorites struggle by Sam Mellinger, Tod Palmer and Randy Covitz

Los Angeles Times:
A four-tire decision leaves Greg Biffle deflated by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Stewart wins at Kansas by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
Smoke Rising....Dodge boss Mike Accavitti leaving Chrysler abruptly...and the latest on Danica-in-NASCAR and
Jack Roush questions the cars Mark Martin and Jimmie Johnson raced at Dover and
Tony Stewart: maybe not back in command, but at least back in the chase and
Greg Biffle may finally be rallying his way back in the title chase and
Comeback kids Tony Stewart and Jeff Gordon: 1-2 in Kansas 400, after ragged start to the chase and
A Middle Eastern NASCAR? Well, it looks like George Gillett has a pretty stout financial backer

NASCAR.com:
Non-Chasers finding it tougher to break through by David Caraviello;
Mr. Chairman bored by same 'ol points system talk by Joe Menzer

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Even when Dale Jr. is good, his day is bad by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle blows it at Kansas by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
What Do Two 19-Year-Olds, Tony Stewart, Hendrick and ‘Crash Gate’ Have In Common? by Journo

NASCAR-ista:
Hope Is Not Enough for Junior Nation by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Tony's a handful, on and off the track and
The two-man race gets a bit less comfortable and
The Kansas race, stream of consciousness style by Monte Dutton

Orlando Sentinel:
Chevy's rear-drive, V-8 Caprice returns - what does it mean to NASCAR? by Steven Cole;
Smoke triumphs at Kansas by David Georgette

Race Journal Online:
Just Sayin'... Thoughts on Kansas by Rob Quillen;
Can I Have This? Tony Stewart's Quest for a New Chair by Carol Einarsson

Race Talk Radio:
Ken Squier is Still the Dean of Stockcar Racing by Dennis Michelsen

Racin' Today:
Monday Morning Crew Chief: JPM Stirring Things Up Again by Jonathan Ingram;
Stewart Wins: It’s A Case Of Smoke And Tires At Kansas by Jim Pedley;
NASCAR Notes: Two-Tired Biffle Slips at Kansas by Nick Bromberg

Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Smoke Winning at Kansas by Jordan Bianchi

RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Kansas Notes by Pete Pistone

RacingWithRich:
Earnhardt, Kenseth could have ruined Chase party in Kansas and
Kansas race follows NASCAR's recent script to a tee by Richard Allen

SceneDaily:
Do non-Chase drivers deserve more coverage? by Jeff Gluck;
Openness should carry over to NASCAR's R&D Center and
Rick Hendrick thankful, but not concerned, over NASCAR tech warning by Bob Pockrass

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson, dog poo, pink tutus, and pompoms make for an eventful day in Kansas by Janelle Jalbert

SPEEDtv:
The Answerman Returns and
Stewart Wins For Second Time In Kansas and
Kansas Race Tightens Chase and
Gordon Second To Stewart In Kansas and
Mixed Bag For Third-Place Biffle by Tom Jensen;
Is A. J. Foyt The Greatest Race Car Driver Of All Time? by Gregg Leary

SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising: Kansas Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Rookie Parker Kligerman bears similarities to Joey Logano by Clayton Caldwell;
Rookie shows veteran skills; Steals the win on the outside by Tammyrae Benscoter;
Joey Logano's Nationwide Series win spoils Kyle Busch's record day by Mary Jo Buchanan

Stock Car Spin:
The "Day After" Discussion: Kansas by Hopper

Splash and Go:
June Bug’s Lug Nut, Harbinger of Bad Luck by B. A. Carter

Sporting News:
Stewart gains ground with Kansas victory by Reid Spencer

Sports Illustrated:
Stewart's Cup saving win, Gordon's tenacity, more lessons from Kansas by Lars Anderson;
The Chase gets tighter, other notes by Bruce Martin

Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - It’s Kansas, Toto by Racing Maniac;
TV Times - Brian France Has A Lot Riding on the Chase to the Sprint Cup by Lou Modestino

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Brain Vickers Engine breaks points plunge by Dwight Drum

USA Today:
Stewart rides pit savvy to Kansas win, rejoins title hunt by Nate Ryan;
First look: In ESPN's magazine, showing skin is no issue [with Carl Edwards] by Michael McCarthy

Virginian Pilot:
Kansas race didn't show signs of points racing by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Former champs fight back by Jenna Fryer

ESPN:
RPM owner, prince talk Saudi circuit and
Junior wants McGrew back; admits it's not his call by Terry Blount

Alabama Live:
Logano swipes another win from Kyle Busch by Doug Demmons

Associated Press:
Logano burns Busch again by John Marshall

Augusta Chronicle:
Banter intensifies as Chase heats up by Don Coble

Bleacher Report:
Winners and Losers: Kansas Lottery 300 by Patti Rodisch;
The Wizard of Oz NASCAR Style by Mary Jo Buchanan

Bump Drafts:
Pushing The Envelope…Or Cheating by John Chapman

Charlotte Observer:
Driving their rivals to distraction? and
Petty-Yates merger moving forward, Gillett says by David Scott;
Get your fill of racing, chili at Poppa's Hot Dogs

Columbia Daily Tribune:
Encore for Edwards at Kansas? and
Logano bounces back from crash to triumph in Kansas by David Briggs

CupScene:
Hey Brad, he’s just not that into you… and
Don’t bank on California changing by Sarah Farlee

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Barring some fallout, #48 will keep it up by Godwin Kelly;
Race report/Notes by Ken Willis and Godwin Kelly

Everyjoe:
Logano Quiets the Critics by Warren Hayashi

Ford Racing:
Kenseth's Driving Still Doing Talking

FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Gillett opens up about RPM by Lee Spencer

Insider Racing News:
A New Chapter In 'The Morning Drive' Show by Kim Roberson;
A Changing World, The Prince Comes to NASCAR by Brenda Benedict

Kansas City Star:
Martin can’t quit now — especially since he’s close to his first title and
Richard Petty: Long live the king and
Stewart succeeding at doing the jobs of two men and
Logano shows no fear in winning Nationwide race by Randy Covitz;
Allgaier gets closer to reaching his goal by Ryan Young;
No shortcut to top for small-track drivers by Sam Mellinger;
Speedway buzz | Hello, Newman;
Five questions with ESPN’s Nicole Manske

Los Angeles Times:
Mark Martin is still moving at age 50 by Jim Peltz

MikeMulhern.net:
So what will Matt Kenseth think about Goodyear's new 17-inch racing tire?

NASCAR.com:
With Knaus, it's time to stop assuming the worst by David Caraviello;
Winds of change playing mind games at Kansas by Joe Menzer

NASCAR-ista:
Logano's Made a Fan Outta Me by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR This Week:
Negative turns positive for Kurt Busch by Monte Dutton

Peoria Journal Star:
Drivers never forget first wreck by Jane Miller

Race Journal Online:
Observations from Kansas (Saturday) by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Gillett Discusses His, Petty Motorsports’ Future by Jeff Hood;
There Are 1.5 Reasons Why Kansas Is Important and
Kansas Notes: Changes Could Affect Fans by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
[Kurt] Busch Continues to Battle by Pete Pistone

Racing Fashionistas:
Kansas Notes from the Track by Darlynn Nangano

SceneDaily:
Nothing wrong with teams seeking every advantage within the rules by Kenny Bruce;
Jamie McMurray looking to end tenure at Roush Fenway Racing on high note by Bob Pockrass;
Time for Tony to Tango by Mike Hembree

SPEEDtv:
Kansas A Crucial Race For Hamlin by Tom Jensen

USA Today:
Gillett says Petty team's future 'in extraordinary good shape' by Nate Ryan

ESPN.com:
5 and 48 pushing rules to the limit by Terry Blount

Associated Press:
Hamlin warns Keselowski to watch out after wreck

Augusta Chronicle:
Hendrick cars push the limit by Don Coble

Bump Drafts:
The Race For A Place by John Chapman

CBS Sports:
With nothing to lose, Kyle Busch struggling to earn wins by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Warnings raise questions – hackles, too and
Martin wins 7th pole, has Earnhardt Jr. alongside by David Scott

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Knaus says warnings are a good thing by Lindsey Young

CupScene:
Knaus pushing the limits, again and
Johnson diverts focus, or at least hopes to… and
Martin a real crowd pleaser at Kansas and
Montoya ain’t scared and
Newman sees an even playing field at Kansas by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Possible Names For Jeremy Mayfield Reality TV Show? by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
King, prince could reign in NASCAR by Ken Willis;
Motorsports Jambalaya by Godwin Kelly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Can Montoya continue miracle run? by Josh Lobdell

FanHouse:
Inside 'The Chase' With Ryan Newman, Part 3 by Holly Cain

Florida Today:
Numbers may favor Johnson, but race open by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Take it to the limit ... every time by Darrell Waltrip;
Kligerman ready to make his name in NASCAR by Lee Spencer

Indianapolis Motorsports Examiner:
Newmans Chase hopes are like dust in the wind at Kansas by Jeff Norris

Kansas City Star:
More Martin magic: Old pro grabs pole for Kansas Cup race and
Busch out of the Chase picture, but out front in Nationwide Series and
Famed NASCAR bad blood seems like just a memory by Randy Covitz;
Speedway buzz: Logano is not intimidated by Randy Covitz, Terez A. Paylor and Ryan Young

Las Vegas Review Journal:
Racing radio broadcasters top the rest by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR drivers don't like proposed changes to Fontana track by Jim Peltz

MikeMulhern.net:
George Gillett speaks! And finally reveals some details about his NASCAR plans...including possible race tracks in the Middle East and
Mark Martin! The old man is putting a whippin' on 'em, and he's on the Kansas 400 pole and
NASCAR finally gives Goodyear the okay to test that long-proposed larger stock car tire

NASCAR.com:
For Earnhardt, slow pace of improvement continues and
Hendrick teams warned after close call in inspection by David Caraviello;
Wide Awake Films helps preserve Civil War history by Rick Houston

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hendrick's nearly illegal cars shouldn't be a surprise by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Notes:
Kansas Happy Hour Review: Jimmie Johnson Fastest Again by M Roberts

NASCAR This Week:
Kansas Notebook: Qualifying prowess stands to benefit Martin in Chase and
Limits, boundaries, envelopes and the like by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Observations from Kansas, a Comprehensive List by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Gillett Discusses His, Petty Motorsports’ Future and
Non-Chaser Burton Turns His Attention To The Future by Jeff Hood;
Logano Says No Long-Term Emotional Scarring From Wreck and
Kansas Notes: Drivers Dealing With ‘Tar Of Death’ by Jim Pedley

Racing Geek:
Price Chopper 400 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

SceneDaily:
Kasey Kahne, Kurt Busch tossing distractions aside to focus on Chase by Rea White;
Kansas, math problems and Dale Earnhardt Jr. by Art Weinstein;
Business in Racing: New Hendrick Motorsports movie remembers key figures in team's history by Erik Spanberg

SPEEDtv:
Chase Field Conceding Nothing To Johnson and
Martin Takes Kansas Pole by Tom Jensen

Speedway Illustrated:
Weekend Preview - Price Chopper 400 by Rob Sneddon

SpeedwayMedia:
Michael McDowell, Tommy Baldwin Racing ride a “Wave” into America’s Heartland by Heath Heidemann;
Musings before Week Three of the Chase by Ron Fleshman

Sporting News:
Let's Not Try To Jimmie-Proof NASCAR With Crazy Rules by Buzz Cutler;
Martin stays hot with career-high seventh pole by Reid Spencer;
Pit Box: Kansas

Sports Illustrated:
Five reasons JJ won't win the title by Lars Anderson;
Johnson, Martin develop rivalry quiet by NASCAR standards by Mark Beech

Topeka Captial Journal:
Bowyer having ups, downs by Rick Peterson

USA Today:
NASCAR warns Johnson, Martin about cars by Nate Ryan

Virginian Pilot:
Cutting it close but not crossing the line by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Storylines: Whose Chase continues? by Jay Hart;
Getting late early for Stewart and Gordon by Jenna Fryer;
Chase Diary - Peaking at the right time by Mark Martin

ESPN.com:
5 and 48 pushing rules to the limit by Terry Blount

Associated Press:
Hamlin warns Keselowski to watch out after wreck

Augusta Chronicle:
Hendrick cars push the limit by Don Coble

Bump Drafts:
The Race For A Place by John Chapman

CBS Sports:
With nothing to lose, Kyle Busch struggling to earn wins by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Warnings raise questions – hackles, too and
Martin wins 7th pole, has Earnhardt Jr. alongside by David Scott

Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Knaus says warnings are a good thing by Lindsey Young

CupScene:
Knaus pushing the limits, again and
Johnson diverts focus, or at least hopes to… and
Martin a real crowd pleaser at Kansas and
Montoya ain’t scared and
Newman sees an even playing field at Kansas by Sarah Farlee

Daly Planet:
Possible Names For Jeremy Mayfield Reality TV Show? by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
King, prince could reign in NASCAR by Ken Willis;
Motorsports Jambalaya by Godwin Kelly

Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Can Montoya continue miracle run? by Josh Lobdell

FanHouse:
Inside 'The Chase' With Ryan Newman, Part 3 by Holly Cain

Florida Today:
Numbers may favor Johnson, but race open by Mark DeCotis

FoxSports:
Take it to the limit ... every time by Darrell Waltrip;
Kligerman ready to make his name in NASCAR by Lee Spencer

Indianapolis Motorsports Examiner:
Newmans Chase hopes are like dust in the wind at Kansas by Jeff Norris

Kansas City Star:
More Martin magic: Old pro grabs pole for Kansas Cup race and
Busch out of the Chase picture, but out front in Nationwide Series and
Famed NASCAR bad blood seems like just a memory by Randy Covitz;
Speedway buzz: Logano is not intimidated by Randy Covitz, Terez A. Paylor and Ryan Young

Las Vegas Review Journal:
Racing radio broadcasters top the rest by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias

Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR drivers don't like proposed changes to Fontana track by Jim Peltz

MikeMulhern.net:
George Gillett speaks! And finally reveals some details about his NASCAR plans...including possible race tracks in the Middle East and
Mark Martin! The old man is putting a whippin' on 'em, and he's on the Kansas 400 pole and
NASCAR finally gives Goodyear the okay to test that long-proposed larger stock car tire

NASCAR.com:
For Earnhardt, slow pace of improvement continues and
Hendrick teams warned after close call in inspection by David Caraviello;
Wide Awake Films helps preserve Civil War history by Rick Houston

NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hendrick's nearly illegal cars shouldn't be a surprise by Matt Myftiu

NASCAR Notes:
Kansas Happy Hour Review: Jimmie Johnson Fastest Again by M Roberts

NASCAR This Week:
Kansas Notebook: Qualifying prowess stands to benefit Martin in Chase and
Limits, boundaries, envelopes and the like by Monte Dutton

Race Journal Online:
Observations from Kansas, a Comprehensive List by Carol Einarsson

Racin' Today:
Gillett Discusses His, Petty Motorsports’ Future and
Non-Chaser Burton Turns His Attention To The Future by Jeff Hood;
Logano Says No Long-Term Emotional Scarring From Wreck and
Kansas Notes: Drivers Dealing With ‘Tar Of Death’ by Jim Pedley

Racing Geek:
Price Chopper 400 Preview by Jordan Bianchi

SceneDaily:
Kasey Kahne, Kurt Busch tossing distractions aside to focus on Chase by Rea White;
Kansas, math problems and Dale Earnhardt Jr. by Art Weinstein;
Business in Racing: New Hendrick Motorsports movie remembers key figures in team's history by Erik Spanberg

SPEEDtv:
Chase Field Conceding Nothing To Johnson and
Martin Takes Kansas Pole by Tom Jensen

Speedway Illustrated:
Weekend Preview - Price Chopper 400 by Rob Sneddon

SpeedwayMedia:
Michael McDowell, Tommy Baldwin Racing ride a “Wave” into America’s Heartland by Heath Heidemann;
Musings before Week Three of the Chase by Ron Fleshman

Sporting News:
Let's Not Try To Jimmie-Proof NASCAR With Crazy Rules by Buzz Cutler;
Martin stays hot with career-high seventh pole by Reid Spencer;
Pit Box: Kansas

Sports Illustrated:
Five reasons JJ won't win the title by Lars Anderson;
Johnson, Martin develop rivalry quiet by NASCAR standards by Mark Beech

Topeka Captial Journal:
Bowyer having ups, downs by Rick Peterson

USA Today:
NASCAR warns Johnson, Martin about cars by Nate Ryan

Virginian Pilot:
Cutting it close but not crossing the line by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Storylines: Whose Chase continues? by Jay Hart;
Getting late early for Stewart and Gordon by Jenna Fryer;
Chase Diary - Peaking at the right time by Mark Martin

ESPN.com:
Pushing the envelope is what good crew chiefs do by David Newton;
[Jeff] Gordon not backing down from fight by Ed Hinton;
Kansas: Projections;
Crunching numbers for Kansas by Matt Willis

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Keselowski-Hamlin feud could continue by Jeremy Dunn

Auto Racing Daily:
Kahne’s, Vickers’ and Edwards’ Chase Hopes Could Rest on Sunday by Jerry Bonkowski

Auto123:
Tony Stewart put on polygraph test in Burger King ad campaign by Lewis Franck

Bleacher Report:
Is Jimmie Johnson Good for NASCAR? by David Yeazell [his milestone 100th article]

Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Kansas Edition by Jim McCoy

Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Milk Bowl Will Try Again October 4 by Biggy Bigelow

CBS Sports:
Write Turn: Martin's hot start by Pete Pistone

Charlotte Observer:
Movie captures the unbelievable truth of Hendrick by Tom Sorensen;
Gordon likes his chances in Kansas by David Scott

Chicago Tribune:
Kurt Busch: All chasers chasing the Hendrick cars ... can they be beaten?

Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne hopes to keep Chase hopes alive at Kansas by Darren Pope

Daly Planet:
Johnson And Martin Visit "Trackside" On SPEED by John Daly

Des Moines Register:
Cup star Gordon proud of his Knoxville run and
NASCAR's Stewart really digs Knoxville dirt by Rob Gray

Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor by Mike Brudenell

FanHouse:
Calling Out a Modest Jimmie Johnson by Geoffrey Miller

Fontana Herald News:
Kenseth returns to Auto Club Speedway to speak to fans by Shek Segal

FoxSports:
The fear factor by Darrell Waltrip;
Roush-Fenway hopes to build on small success by Rea White;
Kurt Busch's team needs to act more like team by Larry McReynolds;
Hendrick avoids penalty despite inspection issue and
Montoya now truly among NASCAR's best by Lee Spencer

Frontstretch:
Is Anyone Even Willing To Challenge The 48 Team? by Kurt Smith;
Why I Still Watch by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: When We Were Young and Crazy, Part II... by John Potts;
For Carter, Specialty Racing, It's All About Staying Power by Bryan Davis Keith;
Kenny Wallace Driver Diary: Making It Better On Track and the Time of Our Lives Off Track by Kenny Wallace

Georgia Racing History:
From Hawkinsville to Darlington, McDuffie Was A Master by Brandon Reed

Herald Net:
[Kevin] Hamlin trying to make NASCAR Cup debut in Kansas by Scott Whitmore

Insider Racing News:
The Case for a Separate Chase Points System by Rebecca Gladden;
Combined Awards Banquet Puts Added Pressure On Nationwide, Truck Drivers by Nick Blake

Kansas City Star:
Tough economy has speedways trying new ways to lure (and keep) fans by Judy L. Thomas;
Johnson driven to win four Chase titles and
Kligerman captures ARCA race and
Racing buzz: Cobb drops out early and
ARCA’s Martin a student and a driver by Randy Covitz;
Auto racing notes | Edwards goes pink

Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Kansas and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac

Las Vegas Review Journal:
Don't fault Johnson for being near perfect by Jeff Wolf

Los Angeles Times:
Jimmie Johnson bears down on points lead in Chase for the Sprint Cup by Jim Peltz

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Earnhardt Jr. rocks for charity by Amanda Vincent

Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: The Prince Chopper 400 picks

MikeMulhern.net:
And Chad Knaus says...... and
Crew chief Alan Gustafson "disappointed" in controversy; Jimmie Johnson bristles at the questions and
Were the Jimmie Johnson and Mark Martin cars legal at Dover? NASCAR says yes, but rivals want more details in the controversy and
The NFL may be scoring big, but more bad TV news for NASCAR: Dover's numbers down too and
It's time for Jeff Gordon to make his move...or be left in the ditch and
Somewhere over the rainbow.....

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Mile fans are eager, but still waiting by Dave Kallmann

NASCAR.com:
Match game? Seven titles pipe dream for Johnson by Joe Menzer;
Nemechek crashed 2004 Chase party at Kansas by Mark Aumann;
Not quite time to crown Johnson the '09 champion by Marty Snider;
Track Smack: Gordon outside looking in after only two Chase races?

NASCAR-ista:
Awww...Smoke Gets a Hug by Michelle Dawn

NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle hopes to avoid going from an underdog to a ‘lost dog’ by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
A Saudi Prince? Why Not? by Journo

NASCAR This Week:
Unlocking the Chase gate and
Quotes regarding Kansas by Monte Dutton

Ozarks First:
McMurray & Wallace In Springfield by Dan Lucy

Race Talk Radio:
Why Saudi Royal Family Money Doesn't Belong in NASCAR by Dennis Michelsen

Race Report Radio:
Kansas, The Lands of Ahhs by Sam Atwell

Racer:
Kyle Busch answers your questions, Oct. 1

Racin' Today:
The King’s NASCAR Team To Add More Royalty by Mike Harris;
Two Races In, The Chase Field Is Thinning Rapidly by Rick Minter;
NASCAR Says Hendrick Cars Were Legal and
Rookie-Owner Stewart Knew Times Would Get Tough by Jim Pedley

RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Kansas by Jeff Wackerlin;
Short Track Heaven by Pete Pistone

Racing Geek:
An Organizaton in Chaos by Jordan Bianchi

Racing Tool:
Car Owner Tony Stewart Versus Anger Management Problem Tony Stewart (And Kyle Busch) by David Dubczak

SceneDaily:
Earnhardt Jr. recalls attempted Pentagon visit by Jeff Glick;
Don't count out Jeff Gordon in the championship run by Lee Montgomery;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: Finding your car after the race can be a nightmare by Carolyn Brewster;
Kansas could inject more drama into Chase by Rea White

Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson goes to Kansas looking to avoid Kryptonite by Janelle Jalbert

Southern Pines Pilot:
Racing for Championships Not All About Sprint Cup by Andy Cagle

SPEEDtv:
Hendrick Charity Ball by Bob Dillner;
Tech Disclosure Raises Lots Of Questions and
Hendrick Trio, Biffle, Bowyer Lead 5 To Watch by Tom Jensen;
Good Isn’t Good Enough by Ryan Newman;
Equalized Tire Tests by Jimmy Spencer

Speedway Media:
Clint Bowyer Heads Home to Attempt Back to Back Nationwide Series Wins by Mary Jo Buchanan

Sports Illustrated:
Junior's move to Hendrick has paid off for almost everyone but Junior by Tom Bowles

Sporting News:
Top 5 and 5 to watch: Kansas by Bill Marx;
The Last Regional Rivalry: Bowyer Vs. Edwards by Jim Pedley;
Brian Vickers' Chase Diary - 'This is not wrestling—it's racing' by Reid Spencer

Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Brian Vickers: steaks, crowds and cookie cutter tracks by Dwight Drum

Topeka Capital Journal:
Bowyer still seeks elusive win by Rick Peterson

UPS Racing:
Crew Blog: Car Chief Richie Davis

USA Today:
Johnson's hopes for four-peat royalty gaining momentum by Nate Ryan;
Busch aims to clear Chase hurdles in bid for second title by Gary Graves;
Team notes: Chase drivers come calling in Kansas

Virginian Pilot:
A look at Chase drivers heading to Kansas by Dustin Long

Yahoo Sports:
Favorite Car Syndrome is a good affliction by Ricky Craven

ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Martin set to counterpunch at Kansas by Mark Garrow;
Hendrick film pulls 'on your heartstrings' by David Newton

Alabama Live:
TV ratings point to NASCAR's need for an overhaul by Doug Demmons

Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 2004 Banquet 400 at Kansas (true underdog battle) by Jeremy Dunn

Augusta Chronicle:
Ratings take hit during playoffs and
NASCAR newsmaker - Jimmie Johnson and
Practical jokes keep atmosphere loose, happy in garage area and
Johnson's Dover victory, surge in Chase was inevitable by Don Coble

Auto Racing Daily:
What A Prince of an Idea For NASCAR by Jerry Bonkowski

Auto123:
Chase format may have hurt Jeff Gordon's shot at additional championships by Lewis Franck

All Left Turns:
What if NASCAR used the F1 points system? by Dale Watermill

Bump Drafts:
Big 10 Rankings: A Marathon, Not A Sprint by Jim McCoy

CBS Sports:
Johnson's Dover success could turn out to be Monster jinx by Pete Pistone

Daly Planet:
The Island Of Brian France by John Daly

Daytona Beach News Journal:
Speedway gets ready to roar by Godwin Kelly

Delaware News Journal:
Inconspicuous Johnson in line for 4th title by Mike Finney

fanzonesports:
Death At The Track, Through The Eyes Of A NASCAR Fan by Sal Sigala Jr.

Fox Sports:
Points race isn't only thing going on by Larry McReynolds;
Petty on prince: 'That's one of George's deals' by Lee Spencer;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca

Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: Curiouser And Curiouser -- The Story Of RPM And Yates by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: Saudi Prince Wants His Little Petty Blue Corvette ... Urrr, Fusion by Matt Taliaferro;
Juan Pablo Has Arrived, But Championship Hopes Are Underpowered by Tommy Thompson;
NASCAR Sponsors Shunning Women? What The Price Of Higher Education Gets You Nowadays by Jeff Meyer;
Fantasy Insider: How To Clip The Competition At Kansas by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff

Herald Bulletin:
Johnson again rising to the task by Ken de la Bastide

Herald Net:
NASCAR star Clint Bowyer looks back at short-track roots by Paul Schaefer

Insider Racing News:
Johnson Enjoys Sticking It To His Competition by Doug Demmons;
Is Earnhardt Just Wasting Everybody's Time? by David Kingsley

Kansas City Star:
Miss Sprint Cup women have many roles for NASCAR by Randy Covitz

Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves: Odds & Ends by Mad Mikie;
Cup Corner – Kansas Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel

Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Next stop for Chasers: Kansas by Amanda Vincent

MikeMulhern.net:
It's red, hot and bluesy Kansas City: but how many of these NASCAR championship contenders have already lost their footing?

NASCAR.com:
From start and park to a ride in Dale Jr.'s stable by David Caraviello;
Biffle running out of races to keep win streak intact by Bill Kimm;
No Kansas repeats good for track's most consistent by Jarrod Breeze

NASCAR Examiner:
Double file restarts Shootout style? How about qualifying Knockout Style by Greg Engle

NASCAR Insiders:
Logano Needs A Short Memory by T.C.

NASCAR-ista:
We Won't Be Buying This Mag for the Articles... by Michelle Dawn

Philadelphia Daily News:
Johnson seems driven for another NASCAR Sprint Cup title by Bill Fleischman

Racing Junky:
10 Best - 10 Worst Drivers at Kansas by Skip Jefferson;
Johnson overtakes Stewart in Power Rankings by Teresa Bowling

Racin' Today:
Two Races In, The Chase Field Is Thinning Rapidly and
Wednesday Memo: Kansas Is Home Of Bizarre Finishes by Jim Pedley

RacingWithRich:
Does the delay with the Ford FR9 engine indicate a problem? by Richard Allen

Racin' with Russ:
Johnson Takes Chase Round 2 at Dover by Russell Schmidt

San Diego Union Tribune:
Patrick in driver's seat as newsmaker by Bill Center

SceneDaily:
Will Kansas Cup race set the tone for rest of the Chase? by Rea White;
Does Sprint Cup Series need a bigger, badder tire? by Mike Hembree;
Keselowski-Hamlin wreck a racing incident with plenty of blame to go around by Bob Pockrass;
Truck series popular for its family atmosphere by Krista Voda

SPEEDtv:
No Bull - Vickers Needs Good Run and
“Together” A Powerful Tale by Tom Jensen

Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Dover by Jeffrey Boswell

Sports Illustrated:
Montoya contending right on time by Brant James

Spotter Stand:
Grant Enfinger: A Throwback To The Old Days by Patrick Baldwin

Terre Haute Tribune-Star:
Gordon moving up Chase standings, but his teammates are in his way by Tom Reck

Topeka Capital-Journal:
Daugherty at home in NASCAR by Rick Peterson

Toronto Sun:
Juan helluva Chase awaits by Dean McNulty

USA Today:
[Kurt] Busch aims to clear Chase hurdles in bid for second title by Gary Graves;
Team notes: Chase drivers come calling in Kansas

Yahoo Sports:
What To Watch For: Price Chopper 400;
Four Wide: The trials and troubles of Miss Sprint Cup by Jay Busbee

York Dispatch:
Local couple see NASCAR from pit by Ellen Siska