posted November 30, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Knaus: 'This is my time' by David Newton;
Hope you didn't forget to give thanks for NASCAR by Ryan McGee
Allentown Morning Call:
Cramsey rolls with best of NASCAR by Jeff Schuler
Around The Track Online:
History: 1952 – Herb Thomas drives the Fabulous Hudson Hornet to Victory in West Palm Beach
Auto Racing Daily:
What Happened to Roush Fenway Racing in 2009? by Jerry Bonkowski
Autoweek:
Danica to NASCAR? Fine, but the sport really needs a better Dale Jr. by Steven Cole Smith
Bump-Drafts:
Newsflash: The World Didn't End in 2009 by Jim McCoy
Chicago Tribune:
4th in standings, 1st in class to end another successful season by Kurt Busch
Close Finishes:
Logano’s ‘Rookie’ Award Just A Precursor Of Things To Come by John Close
FanHouse:
2009 Cup Rewind: Joey Logano, 20th by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Let's talk turkey by Darrell Waltrip;
Love him or hate him, Johnson is riveting and
Penske tabs Guy to lead Keselowski's Cup team by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
2009 Sprint Cup Rookie Final Report Cards: Grading A Year Filled With Future Potential and
2009 Season Review: Kasey Kahne by Tony Lumbis;
A Season On The Brink: One Final Look At The Four-Team Battle To Finish In The Top 35 by Mike Ravesi;
2009 Season Review: Brian Vickers by Tommy Thompson;
2009 Season Review: Carl Edwards by Jeff Meyer
Insider Racing News:
Will It Be Five in a Row for Johnson? by Matthew Pizzolato
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Dale Jr., Harvick among biggest disappointments of 2009 by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Evernham and Gordon reunion at Hendrick becoming a real possibility by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
Confessions of a NASCAR napper by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR Insider:
And We’re Back! by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Reinvented ... every week by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Danica: Just a rumor, but... by Steven Cole Smith
Racin' Today:
His Fans Are Not Exactly Fanatical by Jonathan Ingram
RacingOne:
Season Review: Greg Biffle and
Weekend Leftovers by Pete Pistone
San Diego Union Tribune:
NASCAR champ Johnson to appear in Santee tonight by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
A great rivalry would be a quick fix for NASCAR by Jeff Gluck;
Here's hoping that NASCAR fans embraces Jimmie Johnson by Rea White;
Jimmie Johnson maintains status as preseason favorite by Kenny Bruce;
Praise given to those who deserve it in 2009 by Steve Waid
SPEEDtv:
Martin’s Comeback Nothing Short Of Amazing by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson will both 'Drive for Five' in 2010 by Mary Jo Buchanan
Spotter Stand:
This Ain’t Your Daddy’s NASCAR by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - NASCAR Homestead Ratings Drop Continues Falling Viewership Trend by Lou Modestino
Time:
Jimmie Johnson: Breaking NASCAR Records by Sean Gregory
Toronto Star:
The day Mario Andretti crossed swords with Don Branson by Norris McDonald
posted November 29, 2009
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Bleacher Report:
Denny Hamlin is Being Himself Like NASCAR Wants - But Fans Don't Like It by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
Well, Now That It’s Over….by Mustang Jackie
Fanzonesports:
At The Age of 19: Joey Logano Makes History of His Own by Sal Sigala Jr.
Greensboro News and Record:
So was it really NASCAR's 'Year of the Fan?' by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
The Best Team Ever ~ Or Are They Cheaters? by Kim Roberson
MikeMulhern.net:
And now a word -- Really? -- from Danica Patrick: finally
NASCAR Examiner:
Danica, Danica, Danica! by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
Tiger, You Are Not Alone by Michelle Dawn
Phillyburbs:
NASCAR's France will consider making changes by Ernie Saxton
RacingOne:
Season Review: Juan Pablo Montoya by Rachael West
Racing Geek:
2009 In Hindsight by Jordan Bianchi
San Diego Union Tribune:
Hero on and off track / NASCAR star doesn’t forget his El Cajon roots
SceneDaily:
Michael Waltrip has persevered through a career marked by triumph and tragedy by Mike Hembree;
Mike Helton: Maintaining order amid rivalries is NASCAR’s job by Bob Pockrass;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 33, Michael Waltrip and
Plenty of questions remain heading into 2010 Nationwide season by Lee Montgomery;
Enough already about Jimmie Johnson by David Exum
SPEEDtv:
What Rivalry? by Randy Pemberton;
List Of Best Races Led By LifeLock 400 by Tom Jensen
Toledo Blade:
Oak Harbor teen fuels potential racing career by Matt Markey
posted November 28, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Stewart uses roots to stay grounded by Marty Smith
Alabama Live:
NASCAR's biggest turkeys of 2009 by Doug Demmons
Around The Track Online:
History: 2000 – Mike Helton Becomes NASCAR’s Third President
Bleacher Report:
Jimmie Johnson Be On The Lookout; Carrot Top Is Coming For You by Mary Jo Buchanan;
The Homestead-Miami Speedway Is the Perfect Ending to The NASCAR Season by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
The Grinch Who Stole NASCAR by Jeremy T. Sellers
CBS Sports:
Hendrick dominance, Roush failure among memorable '09 events by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Darlington's tireless Tommy Britt surely in line for honor by Tom Higgins;
Looking back at NASCAR's 2009 by Jim Utter
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Look bad at best, worst of 2009 season by Marsha Hoffman
Insider Racing News:
Keselowski’s Fans Speak Out Loud and Clear by Brenda Benedict
Motorsports Talk:
On "the feud", the resurgence of RCR, Hornaday's fourth, and the end of the streak by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
Notes: Wallace continues searching for sponsorship by Dave Rodman
RacingOne:
Season Review: Ryan Newman and
Season Review: Carl Edwards by Jeff Wackerlin;
Season Review: Brian Vickers by Rachael West
SceneDaily:
Business in racing: NASCAR banquet getting makeover with new location, network by Erik Spanberg;
No rest for the weary during NASCAR's offseason and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: #34, Robby Gordon by Rea White;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: #35, Scott Speed by Jared Turner;
Who’s your second-favorite driver? The answer for most may surprise you by Jeff Gluck
SPEEDtv:
Lots Of Overachievers In 2009 by Tom Jensen;
Rutledge Wood needs to work on his dance moves by Rob D'Amico
Speedway Media:
The 'J's' dominate in NASCAR Raybestos Rookie of the Year honors by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sporting News:
Don't rule out Nationwide title defense for Busch by Reid Spencer
USA Today:
Rookie no more: Logano reflects on successful season by Joey Logano
posted November 27, 2009
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AroundTheTrackOnline:
History Around The Track: 1959 – Ned Jarrett Wins in Columbia, S.C.
Augusta Chronicle:
Paybacks part of racing and
Hamlin hopes win will build momentum for next season and
Racing newsmaker: Denny Hamlin by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Could Danica’s “BIG Announcement” Wind Up Being Pretty Small? and
Giving Thanks is What Life is All About on This Special Day by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Replacing crew chiefs did not help Juniorby Dale Watermill;
The five races that won Johnson’s title by Patrick Reynolds
Bleacher Report:
Black Friday Signals Formal End of NASCAR Season, But Wait There's More by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Fearless Forecasts of 2009: The Hits….And Misses by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Another Cup Season Comes To a Close by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
Racing stars lining up for Stocks for Tots benefit by Joe Marusak
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: No surprise, Johnson wins fourth straight title by Marsha Hoffman
CupScene:
Priority One: Junior by Sarah Farlee
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Hey Willie! What's the deal with NASCAR? by Ken Willis
Delaware News Journal:
NASCAR needs to be more than Jimmie by Mike Finney
FoxSports:
NASCAR needs Busch, Dale Jr. to step it up by Jeff Owens;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca
Georgia Racing History:
Jimmy Mosteller - Racing's Little Bitty Buddy by Eddie Samples
Insider Racing News:
"Formula 48" … and Thanksgiving Thoughts by Rebecca Gladden
Indianapolis Star:
Pit Pass: Earnhardt slump has owner concerned by Curt Cavin
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Champions Week a boon for charities by Jeff Wolf
MikeMulhern.net:
So it's a 30? Already? But we've only just begun....
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Silver linings in the racing clouds by Dave Kallmann
Motortrend:
101-Year-Old Man Takes Delivery of 2010 Chevy Camaro SS Transformers Edition
Naples Daily News:
Germain's Bodine, Annett finish in top 10 in points races by Tom Rife
NASCAR.com:
Robby gets Jeff's goat post-turkey day 2001 by Mark Aumann
NASCAR This Week:
Yarborough won his three straight when all races were equal by Monte Dutton
Nashville City Paper:
That's Racing: Jimmie's amazing race by Larry Woody
Philadelphia Daily News:
Admiring Johnson's NASCAR dynasty by Bill Fleischman
RacingOne:
Season Review: Kasey Kahne by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
Black Friday’s Come by Jim Pedley;
Nationwide Drivers Reap Their Awards by Jeff Hood;
Thanks For The Memories by Mike Harris;
It’s A Day Of Racing Thanks! by Rick Minter
San Diego Union Tribune:
Many talented local drivers cut teeth in desert by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Kyle Busch learned a valuable lesson in dominating the Nationwide Series for his first NASCAR title by Jeff Gluck;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: My NASCAR thankful Thanksgiving list by Carolyn Brewster
Southern Pines Pilot:
Positively a Lot to Be Thankful for by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Johnson Heads West To Celebrate and
Q&A - Jimmie Johnson by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Happy Thanksgiving From New Hampshire and
Inconsistant Penalties the Story of 2009 by Clayton Caldwell;
It's Not Jimmie Johnson's Fault by Ron Fleshman
Sporting News:
NASCAR Number: This week's daily double by Bill Marx;
Holiday Shopping Tips For Racing Fans' Loved Ones by Kathy Sheldon
USA Today:
NASCAR's ratings take a turn for the worse in 2009 by Michael Hiestand
York Dispatch:
NASCAR season had drama to the end by Ellen Siska
posted November 26, 2009
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ESPN.com:
What a ride: How JJ won the Cup by David Newton
Associated Press:
Knaus not close to contract extension by Jenna Fryer
Bump Drafts:
A NASCAR Fan Gives Thanks by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: J.J. vs. the past; J.J. vs. Gordon by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Fanzonesports:
Is Winning A Nationwide Championship The Best Option? by Sal Sigala Jr
Insider Racing News:
Seven Things About NASCAR That Need To Go Away by Doug Demmons
Michigan Live:
Could a reunion of Ray Evernham, Jeff Gordon produce another Sprint Cup championship? and
Kyle Busch's guitar-smashing celebration among racing season's memorable moments by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
Jack Roush shakes things up, and puts some heat on David Ragan...and it's time for Danica Patrick to say 'Yeah or Nay' to NASCAR
NASCAR.com:
Life often on hold as Knaus remains devoted to #48 by Joe Menzer;
End of the season? But it's just starting to get good by David Caraviello
Racin' Today:
Where’s The Help For Nationwide? by Larry Woody;
It’s Just Plain Jimmie by Jim Pedley
Racing Fashionistas:
Nicole Manske & Ryan Briscoe will soon hear wedding bells by Megan Wood
Roanoke Times:
NASCAR Notebook: Hendrick says Junior's team is top priority by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Kyle Busch and the next step by Mike Hembree;
Up front: Juan Pablo Montoya by Ben White
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Homestead by Jeffrey Boswell;
Michael Waltrip ends full-time career, accomplished 'more with less' by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sporting News:
Roush, Gibbs And Childress Will Be Ready To Block Jimmie Johnson's Drive For Five by Jim Pedley;
Johnson's On Top Of The World, At Least Manhattan by Matt Crossman
Sports Illustrated:
Who can beat Jimmie Johnson? by Lars Anderson
Stock Car Spin:
Time to Compromise in NASCAR by Hopper
Toronto Star:
Ontario driver Steve Arpin hopes to race for Dale Jr. in 2010 by Norris McDonald
Virginian Pilot:
Mayfield on the attack and being attacked by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Power Rankings
posted November 25, 2009
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Alabama Live:
Rick Hendrick says his priority for 2010 is getting Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s team up to par by Doug Demmons
Around The Track Online:
History Around The Track: 1951 Frank “Rebel” Mundy Put a Studebaker in Victory Lane and
Give Back: Jeffrey Stanton-Young Racer Who Is Mildly Autistic, Gives Toys to Needy Kids
Auto Racing Daily:
Penske Needs to Sign Addington Pronto by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Ryan Truex Hopes To Follow In Joey Logano's Footsteps at Irwindale by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Thankful to Witness Jimmie Johnson by Patrick Reynolds
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-25 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Dominant J.J. rightfully earns spot at top by Brian De Los Santos
Charlotte Observer:
Talk of Patrick's potential trumps the 'ifs' and 'whens' by Ron Green Jr.;
NASCAR, not Johnson, driving fans from racing and
Great year for Jimmie, terrible year for his sport by Tom Sorensen
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Jimmie adds to top individual dynasties and
Devil In The Details by Godwin Kelly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: John Andretti by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Homestead by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Busch looks beyond 1st NASCAR title by Lee Spencer;
Just don't ever break up that #48 team by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
Keeping It Real: Nationwide Series Finale Raises Some Eyebrows -- And Hopes For The Future by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Things I Want To Say About The 2009 NASCAR Season by Jeff Meyer;
Mirror Driving: Making History, Penalizing Fairly, And Winning NASCAR Fans Back In 2010
Herald Bulletin:
NASCAR has no place for feuds by Ken de la Bastide
Insider Racing News:
Jimmie Johnson Takes The Cake And The Trophy by Chuck Abrams
NASCAR.com:
Hard work, determination finally pays off for Jenkins by Dave Rodman;
Calling champion Johnson 'Superman' just doesn't fly by Andrew Giangola
NASCAR Examiner:
Now Mayfield is just being stupid by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
Jimmie and Chad - So Happy Together by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Juan Pablo Montoya vs. Tony Stewart by Monte Dutton
New York Times:
Johnson and Damon, a NASCAR Fan, Share a Victory Lap in Manhattan by Dave Caldwell
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers Extra - The Rest of the Story from Homestead by Carol Einarsson
RaceTalkRadio:
Four-Peat and 1-2-3 Makes Junior Woes More Visible by Dennis Michelsen
RacingWithRich:
Why not five, or even six? by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Hamlin poised for 2010 run by Dustin Long
Salinas Californian:
Jimmie Johnson joins elite NASCAR list by Ray Sotero
SceneDaily:
Payback is part of racing and NASCAR knows it by Steve Waid;
Jeff Burton carrying major momentum into offseason by Jared Turner;
Joint Nationwide-Truck banquet was a good idea by Bob Pockrass;
Studs and duds of the 2009 season by Kris Johnson
SPEEDtv:
2010 Resurgence by Adam Alexander
Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: 'It's all over but the shouting' by Larry Taylor;
Hoorah's and Wazzups: Homestead Miami Edition by Dave Grayson;
The Five Most Disappointng Drivers in 2009 by Clayton Caldwell
Sports Illustrated:
NASCAR looking toward 2010; Kyle Busch's historic season; more by Bruce Martin
Sports Network:
Johnson ranks among the best by Chris Symeon
Spotter Stand:
How Do You Spell Dominance? H-e-n-d-r-i-c-k by Patrick Baldwin
Toronto Star:
Zoning change would clear track for Niagara Falls World of Motorsport by Norris McDonald
posted November 24, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Blitz Awards and Razzies, Part IV by Terry Blount;
Hendrick says family came first by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Homestead by Matt Willis;
Monday Rundown: Johnson accomplishes the unthinkable
Associated Press:
Hendrick turns attention to Earnhardt by Jenna Fryer
All Left Turns:
Three DNFs doomed Hamlin’s Chase by Jay W. Pennell
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History Around The Track: 1974-Bobby Allison Drives Roger Penske’s AMC Matador to Victory
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
How much longer can Jimmie Johnson dominate? by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Do I Really Have to Wait so Long For 2010? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Just Saying is All..| Jimmie Johnson Is Not a Great Driver by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
Johnson Among The Greats? by Jim McCoy
Charlotte Observer:
A scare for rivals? Johnson might've really just begun by Ron Green Jr.
Cup Stuff Blog:
Time For RoushFenway To Take Stock by Keith Murray
FoxSports:
Confidence personified by Darrell Waltrip;
The Hot Pass: More job cuts coming in NASCAR by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Nine Drivers (Who Won't Race For Hendrick) To Watch In 2010 by Danny Peters;
Talking NASCAR TV: Championship Overkill by Phil Allaway;
Raking Up The Remains Of The Season by S.D. Grady;
Running Their Mouth: Ford 400 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Racer Profile: Tony Roper by Allen Madding
Lexington Dispatch:
Johnson puts name in the record book by Ben White
Myfoxorlando:
NASCAR's last race of 2009 by Dwight Drum
NASCAR.com:
Fourget the arguments -- Johnson now stands alone by Duane Cross;
Challenger for Johnson in '10? Evernham likes Busch by Joe Menzer;
Hornaday, Busch looking at different sides of defense by Mark Aumann;
Busch, Hornaday honored at year-end ceremony
NASCAR-ista:
A Few Things We Won't Miss in the Off-Season - Admen Take Note by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Burning issues: 11-24-09 and
No regrets for the old man by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Four for Jimmie; Five for Mark Martin by Carol Einarsson
RaceTalkRadio:
Let Truth Be Known About Jimmie Johnson - Making the Grade- Miami by Dennis Michelsen
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Racing Tool:
Johnson's Championship Season the Worst of This Year's Champions by David Dubczak
RacinwithRuss:
Hamlin Wins, Johnson Grabs Fourth Title by Russell Schmidt
RubbingsRacing:
NASCAR: Does the Chase Format Reward or Harm Drivers by DJ DeSpain
Sodahead:
Can Jimmie Johnson Teach America to be More Competitive Again? by Dennis Michelsen
Speedway Media:
It is over! It is over! Thank God Almighty, the season is over! by Ron Thornton;
The 2009 rewind by Ron Fleshman;
Mark Martin: The champion without a trophy by Kyle Ocker;
Surprising, Not Surprising at Homestead-Miami Speedway by Larry Taylor
Sporting News:
Johnson's run is historic -- but it's not over by Reid Spencer
Sports Radio Interviews:
Jimmie Johnson says the Sprint Cup was almost as much relief as joy by Tim Gunter
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Tricks Of The Trade
Tampa Sports Examiner:
The best athlete of the decade can't hit, tackle. shoot or score. All he does is win by Ed Berliner
Tennessee Racer:
Junior interested in buying Memphis Motorsports Park? by Richard Allen
USA Today:
Odd couple make it work for Team Johnson by Nate Ryan;
Even non-gearheads appreciate NASCAR champ Jimmie Johnson by Mike Lopresti
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: The great debate by Jay Hart;
Fryer’s Five: Here comes Denny by Jenna Fryer
posted November 23, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Putting JJ's dominance in perspective by Ed Hinton;
Can anyone stop the 48? and
Johnson worked hard for fourth title by Terry Blount;
Believe it or not, JJ not done yet and
Rivalries a fun sideshow to JJ's 4-peat by David Newton;
Post-Chase odds and ends by Ryan McGee
ESPN Media Zone:
Punch’s Near Disaster Led to Safety for Pit Reporters
Alabama Live:
Jimmie Johnson wins fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship by Doug Demmons
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History Around The Track: 2001 – Robby Gordon Wins New Hampshire Race – Day After Thanksgiving
Associated Press:
Johnson wins 4th straight NASCAR championship by Jenna Fryer
Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson captures 4th consecutive title by Don Coble
Auto123:
Jimmie Johnson's crew chief Chad Knaus married with children? by Lewis Franck
Auto Racing Daily:
Johnson Now a Serious Threat to Petty’s And Earnhardt’s Championship Record by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
The Lugnut Report: Tony Stewart Caps Off Season With 22nd Place Finish and
Winners and Losers: NASCAR Sprint Cup Series 2009 Season by Patti Rodisch
Bump-Drafts:
Race React: Finale Provides 2010 Glimpse by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Ford 400 by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Johnson's success could have no limitations by Pete Pistone
CloseFinishes:
Johnson, Busch, Hornaday Scrambled The NASCAR Record Book In 2009 by John Close
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne finishes season 10th in the standings by Darren Pope
CupScene:
Signed, Sealed, And Delivered and
Momentum starts at Homestead by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series Race From Homestead On ABC by John Daly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya's season ends with a thump by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
Stewart, Montoya Tangle in Finale by Holly Cain
Fayetteville Observer:
Performance in the clutch propels Johnson to amazing feat and
End of the road (for 2009) by Thomas Pope
FoxSports:
Time to give Jimmie Johnson his due by Jeff Owens;
The Hot Pass: Johnson not content coasting to title and
Volkswagen has no interest in joining NASCAR by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Homestead Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Appreciating History Rewritten by Jay Pennell;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #10 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Andretti, Front Row Overcome Wreck To Lock Into Top 35 For 2010 by Mike Ravesi;
Logano Captures 2009 Rookie of the Year Award Despite Rocky Finish by Tony Lumbis
Hartford Courant:
Fourth And One: History Making Championship Puts Jimmie Johnson In Exclusive Club Of His Own by Shawn Courchesne
Hendrick Motorsports:
Homestead recap: Johnson wins historic fourth Cup
Insider Racing News:
Hamlin Wins But The Day Belongs To Jimmie Johnson by Ron Felix
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hamlin wins race, Johnson takes title by Amanda Vincent
Miami Herald:
Jimmie Johnson wins record 4th consecutive Sprint Cup championship and
Jeff Burton settles for second in Ford 400/Notes by Adam Beasley;
With win, Hamlin serves notice he can contend in 2010 by Gary Long;
Making history is much more exciting than making fans by Greg Cote;
Juan Pablo Montoya's exciting homecoming by Cammy Clark
MikeMulhern.net:
Driven! Now, about that Drive For Five....Can Jimmie and Chad make it happen? and
And now on to Championship Number Five? and
Warning: Objects in your mirror may be closer than they appear and
Do NASCAR's finest now once again have a harder 'edge' out there on the track? and
Jimmie, Yes! But it was a night of survival, en route to that fourth NASCAR title and
Volkswagen...Honda...BMW? Maybe NASCAR is turning the corner
Motor Sports Weekly News:
Can Johnson and Knaus be Stopped at Four? by Drew Hierwarter
NASCAR.com:
For four drivers, '09 finale more than end to season by Mark Aumann;
Only question remaining is, how far can Johnson go? by David Caraviello;
Montoya, Stewart let anger get best of them in finale by Joe Menzer
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Emergence of Montoya, Twitter trash talk among things to smile about in 2009 by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Why can’t the NASCAR season end at Daytona? and
So that’s it? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
The Best And Worst Of NASCAR In 2009 by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
This Champ's Not So Vanilla After All and
Rick Hendrick Misses Team's History-Making Day by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Johnson's the best until someone else gets better and
Hamlin shows the guts; Johnson gets the glory and
Ford 400 race notes: Stewart, Montoya engage in juvenile spat and
A year that took a toll by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
VW-NASCAR rumors: What, is this April 1 already? by Steven Cole Smith;
A record four straight - Johnson leads 1-2-3 finish for Hendrick team in point standings by Tania Ganguli
Race Journal Online:
Four-Time Champ Johnson Lost His Underwear! by Rob Quillen
Racin' Today:
Jimmie A Hero In Garages by Jim Pedley;
Jimmie Johnson Stands Alone and
Cup Notes: Martin Stays Proud by Mike Harris
RacingOne:
Historic Night for Johnson and
Hot Laps - Homestead by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Please! More Hamlin vs. Keselowski and Stewart vs. Montoya by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Greatness Four Times Defined by Jordan Bianchi
Roanoke Times:
Fantastic 4th - Jimmie Johnson makes history by Dustin Long
San Diego Union Tribune:
Jimmie Johnson's First Win and
Jimmie Johnson's Fourth Championship
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Hendrick at Homestead: Jimmie Johnson takes title, team takes triple, Hendrick handles emergency by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
One For The Ages and
Hamlin Caps Season On Strong Note and
Hamlin Wins, Johnson Takes Title and
Martin Holds Onto Second by Tom Jensen
SpinDoctor500:
[John] McCain on NASCAR by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Where Johnson Ranks As A NASCAR Wheelman, As An American Wheelman, As A HOF Candidate by Jim Pedley;
Johnson grabs 4th straight title; Hamlin wins race by Reid Spencer
Sports Illustrated:
Hendrick's unmatched NASCAR dynasty shows no signs of wear by Tom Bowles;
What powers Johnson dominance? Pinpointing an answer not so easy by Joe Posnanski
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Homestead, Bumstead by Racing Maniac
Toronto Star:
Chad Knaus is the power behind Jimmie Johnson's throne by Norris McDonald
USA Today:
Four-gone conclusion: Title fits Johnson for NASCAR history by Nate Ryan;
Montoya-Stewart rivalry spices up season finale by Seth Livingstone;
Hamlin proves point, shows competitive edge for 2010 by Gary Graves
Valvoline.com:
Thoughts Coming to the Line by I.N. Sider
Yahoo Sports:
Johnson chases down NASCAR history by Jay Hart;
Forget Kobe, Tiger, Brady; Jimmie Johnson is today's top athlete by Jay Busbee
posted November 22, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow;
Will you be able to say you saw history? by Terry Blount;
Johnson wants to win and win by David Newton
Alabama Live:
Jeff Burton says Denny Hamlin was right to deliver payback by Doug Demmons
Arizona Republic:
NASCAR 'surviving' despite economic crunch by Michael Knight
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History Around The Track: 1970 – Bobby Isaac Wins Championship, Happy Birthday Jake Elder
Associated Press:
Johnson and Martin take title race into finale by Jenna Fryer;
Busch wins title, Nationwide finale by Dan Gelston
Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson makes run at record look easy by Don Coble
Baltimore Sun:
Knaus, Johnson rewriting NASCAR's record book by Tania Ganguli
Bleacher Report:
Denny Hamlin Settles Score With Brad Keselowski....Maybe by Mary Jo Buchanan
Boston Globe:
23 into 48 equals 4 - Johnson’s support group is driving him into NASCAR history by Michael Vega
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Homestead- Miami by Jim McCoy
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Johnson should be home-free at Homestead by Lindsey Young
CupScene:
Hamlin, Keselowski…It’s Over, Or Is It? by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
NASCAR TV's Super Bowl and
Live Blogging Pre-Race Shows From Homestead by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Fourth Cup title would put Johnson with greats by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Nascar and Racing Live Ford 400 Chat From Homestead and
Rejuvenated Mark Martin Remains NASCAR's Sentimental Favorite by Holly Cain
Fanzonesports:
Roush Fenway Hoping to End Season the way it Started: With a Victory by Sal Sigala Jr.
Fayetteville Observer:
NASCAR Year in Review and
Johnson, Knaus aim for fourth straight title and
‘Rookie’ of the Year by Thomas Pope
fingerprint inc:
Did He Hit You? by Jade Gurss
FoxSports:
Martin ends season as a winner by Lee Spencer
Haddock in the Paddock:
Schumacher vs. Johnson: It's no contest
Insider Racing News:
What Happened to NASCAR's Ratings? by Matthew Pizzolato
Las Vegas Review Journal:
My holiday feast begins early by Angie Hulsey
Miami Herald:
NASCAR sorely needs Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s resurgence by Linda Robertson;
Hamlin, Keselowski a budding NASCAR feud/Notes and
Rivals don't know how to stop NASCAR's Jimmie Johnson by Adam Beasley;
Kyle Busch captures Nationwide Series race, title by Gary Long
Midland Daily News:
NASCAR's Johnson says 'No thanks' to lifetime contract by Mike Harper
MikeMulhern.net:
Mr. Buff, man of mystery: Carl Edwards has one last shot to win
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
NASCAR on the Mile by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
The one man [Gordon] responsible for creating the monster [Johnson] by David Caraviello;
For Allison, only title was a long time in the making by Joe Menzer;
Ambrose wants to finish strong before going home by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Keselowski playing it cool, while Hamlin plays the fool and
Don’t let Cup drivers compete for Nationwide crown by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR-ista:
Nationwide Saves the Best for Last by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Johnson's likely rival isn't even in the Chase ... this year and
Homestead notebook #3: Biffle kept Johnson at bay ... in 2004 and
Kingmaker and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
NASCAR on ESPN: The rat-race behind your TV picture may be more interesting than the one you're watching by Tania Ganguli
Racin' Today:
Race Day: Some Chase Words by Jim Pedley;
Remember Texas? Jimmie Sure Does by Mike Harris;
Humpy [Wheeler] Assesses Jimmie by Rick Minter
RacingOne:
Gordon Going Out Strong by Pete Pistone
Racing Post:
Happy Harvick value to join in Johnson's party by Phil Agius
Roanoke Times:
For Martin, a career in the rearview mirror and
Dale Jr. pines for more racing by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Emotions running high in season finale at Homestead by Rea White;
Jimmie Johnson’s cold-blooded approach leaves fans feeling chilly by Jeff Gluck
South Florida Sun Sentinel:
Stewart bidding for third Homestead title/Notebook by Harvey Fialkov
SPEEDtv:
Where Does Johnson Rank? by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Kyle Busch wins Nationwide race and championship, Hamlin pays back Keselowski by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Scott Speed on outside pole for Sprint Cup Series finale at Homestead by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Mark Martin: The Most Humble Driver in NASCAR by Angela Campbell
Spotter Stand:
Talking Points: Homestead by Patrick Baldwin
The State:
Johnson's streak does not diminish Yarborough's run by Bob Spear
St. Petersburg Times:
Jimmie Johnson is on the verge of his fourth consecutive NASCAR Sprint Cup championship, but where's the love? by John Romano
Stock Car Spin:
Hamlin vs. Keselowski: Is This What Revenge and Rivalry is Coming to in NASCAR? by Hopper
USA Today:
Busch basks in Nationwide title as Hamlin, Keselowski feud by Seth Livingstone
Washington Post:
A racing feat that defies description Johnson's run toward history draws by Liz Clarke
Yahoo Sports:
Storylines: Johnson wants to win in style by Jay Hart;
J.J.'s underrated, while Kyle's underappreciated by Ricky Craven
posted November 21, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Junior says new Enquirer story bunk; hot tub one and
Montoya the man of the Miami moment by David Newton;
France: Don't blame format for JJ's lead and
Edwards anxious for fresh start in 2010 by Terry Blount;
Homestead Chase Chances by Terry Blount
Around the Track Online:
History Around The Track: 1971-Tiny Lund Wins Second and Final Race at Wilkesboro and
Faith Around The Track: GodSpeaks.com Sponsors Denny Hamlin in Nationwide Series
AutoWeek:
Jimmie Johnson gets to start at front of victory parade in NASCAR season finale by Al Pearce
All Left Turns:
For sale: One ruined career by Jay W. Pennell
Bump Drafts:
Regardless, Martin's Season Is Re"Mark"able by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Hendrick a winner regardless of what happens at Homestead by Pete Pistone
Clanton Advertiser:
Drama lacking at season’s last stop by Jeff Findley
CupScene:
On Track To Make History by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Marty Reid's NASCAR Moment by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
More than just season ending by Godwin Kelly
Florida Today:
NASCAR wrapping up a rough season by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Deal puts Johnson on path to history by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Contract Extensions Leave Hendrick Consistency Unmatched and
All-Star Cast Of Drivers Trying Desperately To End Victory Shutout by Tom Bowles
Insider Racing News:
Brad Keselowski Should Look at Plan B by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Sun:
Will a fourth consecutive title by Jimmie Johnson be good or bad for NASCAR? by Mike Smith
Miami Herald:
Jimmie Johnson on pole for Ford 400 as he vies for fourth series title in row and
Former rivals Montoya, McMurray to be teammates/Notes by Adam Beasely;
NASCAR's present, future looking good by Gary Long
Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Ford 400 picks
MikeMulhern.net:
It's Miami, the Keys, the tropics...and Jimmie Johnson isn't cooling off a bit and
NASCAR's Brian France: What's next? and
So just how much would it cost for Rick Hendrick to sign Jimmie Johnson to a lifetime contract?
NASCAR.com:
Miami's most popular driver not who you think by David Caraviello;
Homestead last chance for some to crack win column by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Johnson extension is bad news for competitors by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
Homestead notebook no. 2: Just like old times and
It's hard to shoot down a nice guy and
Quotes from Homestead by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
France: It’s Not The Format, It’s Jimmie by Mike Harris;
Cup Notes: Martin Awed By 48 and
The Chase Is Johnson's Place by Jeff Hood
Roanoke Times:
France gives few specifics and
Rivalry tough on Gordon, Johnson by Dustin Long
Roberts NASCAR Notes :
Homestead-Miami Final Practice: Childress Cars faster Than Everyone by Micah Roberts
SceneDaily:
End of the NASCAR season doesn’t always bring answers by Kenny Bruce;
Many emotions abound at Homestead by Lee Montgomery;
Dealing with the hand dealt by Bob Pockrass
South Florida Sun Sentinel:
Kahne primed to leave RPI after 2010 by Juan C. Rodriguez
Speedway Media:
Scott Speed on outside pole for Sprint Cup Series finale at Homestead by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Nationwide Notes: Finale preview by Dave Grayson;
Mark Martin: The Championship isn't that important by Ron Fleshman
Sporting News:
What's wrong with Junior? by Mark Beech;
Top 5 and 5 to watch: Homestead by Bill Marx
Sports Illustrated:
Biffle, Kenseth lead fantasy charge heading to Homestead by Doug Turnbull;
Come Sunday, Johnson will be king by Lars Anderson
USA Today:
Johnson to start title drive up front, lands pole at Homestead by Nate Ryan;
Johnson not at ease despite large Chase lead by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Sprinting for awards by Jenna Fryer;
Inaugural Chase was best yet by Jay Hart
posted November 20, 2009
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ESPN.com:
[Bobby] Allison paved way for venerable Martin by Terry Blount;
Mr. H in rarefied air with nine Cup titles by David Newton
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History Around The Track: 1960 – Lee Petty Scores his final career win;
Eating Around The Track: Homestead-Miami Speedway – Places around Homestead-Miami Speedway to get everything from a fish sandwich to Key Lime Pie
Associated Press:
For Hendrick, a 1-2-3 finish might make history by Tim Reynolds
Athlon Sports:
Where's the Love? Johnson's dominance not what ails NASCAR by Amy Henderson
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1992 Hooters 500 (best race ever?) by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Johnson, Martin Need to Run Their Race And Forget Everything Else by Jerry Bonkowski
Bump Drafts:
NASCAR History: The Doctor Is In…The Driver’s Seat by Jeremy T. Sellers
Caledonian Record:
The Magic Number For Johnson Is 87 Or The 25th Spot by Biggy Bigelow
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-18 by Bruce Knoll Jr.
CBS Sports:
Play the Hamlin-Keselowski feud for all it's worth by Pete Pistone
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne looks for strong finish in the Chase by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
Truck Series TV Team Says Goodbye by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Jimmie Johnson chases NASCAR greats by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Everything's Gravy in Hendrick Universe by Holly Cain;
Jimmie Johnson: The Great Unknown by David Whitley
Fayetteville Observer:
The end is in sight by Thomas Pope
FoxSports:
Homestead is last chance for winless drivers by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
What We Really Can Look Forward To In 2010 by Kurt Smith;
Where, Oh Where Has the Underdog Gone? by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Some Thoughts Before Going Into Hibernation by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Farewell 2009 Season...It's Been a Great Ride! by Beth Lunkenheimer;
A Look Back: The Top 20 NNS Performances of 2009 by Bryan Davis Keith
Georgia Racing History:
NASCAR No-Nos by Ken Stanford
Indianapolis Star:
Johnson about to quietly win his 4th straight NASCAR title by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Ryan Newman: Reluctant NASCAR Safety Czar by Rebecca Gladden
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Chasers for Charity, Fanfest countdown by Jeff Wolf;
Ford Championship Weekend means different things to different people by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias
Kansas City Star:
NASCAR’s Johnson got his start racing for the Herzogs of St. Joseph by Randy Covitz
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Homestead and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Sun:
This Week's Stockcar Toon
Miami Herald:
Success in '09 'as good as it gets' and
Ron Hornaday Jr's pickup line: Just win, baby by Gary Long;
Busy Kyle Busch has grip on Nationwide Series and
Mark Martin exceeds his expectations and
Should NASCAR's Chase for the Sprint Cup face the scrap heap? by Adam H. Beasley
Michigan Live:
Hard not to rank Jimmie Johnson among NASCAR's greatest by Steve Kaminski
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
No worries, only hope for Bires by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Johnson, Martin are more alike than they appear by David Caraviello;
Yarborough came up short in quest for four-in-a-row by Mark Aumann;
Track Smack: Junior leads list of drivers who need to step up in '10;
Either way, Hendrick set to make history this weekend by Joe Menzer;
Despite rough season, Roush drivers ones to beat by Mark Taylor
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Stewart’s success, Edwards’ struggles biggest surprises of 2009 by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
We now return to you to our regular programming already in progress and
NASCAR’s Mark Martin Makes Surprise Visit To MWR Test by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Ambrose Quietly Making Moves by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
A Former Champ's Take on Jimmie J by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Homestead notebook no. 1: The championships are all cut and dried by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Brad vs. Denny, Mark Martin Ignored, and Chicken Bones on the Race Track by Rob Quillen
Race Talk Radio:
BAM Spirit…David Returns to Challenge Goliath in 2010 by Dennis Michelsen
RacingOne:
Hot Finish by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
Denny’s Is A Popular Place For Media by Rick Minter
Racing Geek:
Ford 400 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
SceneDaily:
2009 championship: A movie I've seen before by Carolyn Brewster;
Jimmie Johnson, Mark Martin take different paths toward winning 2009 Cup title by Mike Hembree;
Two teams separated by 30 years share same qualities by Steve Waid
South Florida Sun Sentinel:
Fans guide to Ford Championship Weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway by Sarah Talalay;
Plenty left in tank for Mark Martin by Harvey Fialkov
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Calling all dark horses: Jimmie Johnson is smart money, not a sure thing by Janelle Jalbert
Southern Pines Pilot:
Nobody Circles the Wagons Like the #48 by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Johnson Relaxed, Confident As History Nears by Tom Jensen;
One Last Shot At Victory by Ryan Newman;
The Case For The Chase by Steve Byrnes
Speedway Media:
Homestead Speedway: A Bill Elliott fan's best dream, worst nightmare by Clayton Caldwell;
JTG Daugherty's 'start and park' methods highly questionable by Dave Grayson;
What Cubs fans could teach Junior Nation by Lee Scoggins
Sporting News:
Saying Goodbye to Marlin, Milwaukee Mile, Mayfield And More by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
How it went downhill for Martin, Gordon, Stewart, more by Tom Bowles
Sports Radio Interviews:
The Living Legend Richard Petty on Jimmie Johnson’s dominance and if it’s good for the sport
Spotter Stand:
Earnhardt Jr. Looks To End Season On Positive Note At Homestead by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Dirt Trackin'
USA Today:
Johnson's NASCAR dynasty: A case of overlooked greatness? by Nate Ryan;
Johnson not at ease despite large Chase lead by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Teamwork ignited Hendrick’s historic run by Jay Hart
posted November 19, 2009
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ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Who will take season-ending Ford 400? by Mark Garrow;
Crunching numbers for Homestead by Matt Willis;
Junior's World - 88 crew hoping to end 2009 on positive note;
The Chicken Bone Section by Ryan McGee
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: History in the making by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
McMurray, Labonte find rides in strange silly season by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
No Asterisk For Jimmie Johnson, Just a Great Deal of Respect by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Five of the best Cup title victories in history by Patrick Reynolds
Bleacher Report:
Jeff Gordon Chases His Own Bit Of History at Homestead by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Driver Rankings: Fab Five Finale by Jim McCoy
Captain Thunder:
Johnson Can't Win Title without 'the Racing Gods' on his side
Daly Planet:
Too Much Sunday TV At Homestead by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Roll, Hendrick, Roll by Godwin Kelly
Delaware News Journal:
Johnson or Martin? 'Very cool' either way by Mike Finney
FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson: Toast of the Coast by Holly Cain
Fanzonesports:
Rick Hendrick's Midas Touch Turns The 2009 Season Into Gold by Sal Sigala Jr.
FoxSports:
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Mondaca;
It's time to go local again by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Start And Park Doing Nothing For NASCAR: And It's Not Going Anywhere Anytime Soon by Bryan Davis Keith;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: The Lights Of Miami by Matt McLaughlin;
NASCAR Scheduled To Throw Eight Cautions At Homestead by Jeff Meyer;
Fanning The Flames: Closing The Inbox On The 2009 Season by Matt Taliaferro;
Fantasy Insider: How To Hit A Home Run At Homestead And Win It All by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR, Keep The Chase, But Fix It by Doug Demmons
Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner – Homestead-Miami Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Title decided once and for all Sunday by Amanda Vincent
Miami Herald:
NASCAR crew chief rivalry develops between mutual admirers by Gary Long
MikeMulhern.net:
Now if the NASCAR champion were determined strictly by Best Average Finish over the entire season
NASCAR.com:
Could Johnson be the greatest we've ever seen? and
Fourth titles notable for more than just the number by David Caraviello
NASCAR Examiner:
Should we abandon the Chase because Johnson has a big lead? Of course not by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
Saturday Night's All Right for Fighting by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Miami by midnight? and
Is Hendrick too big to fail? and
The view from here by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
NASCAR's Mark Martin is the people's choice by George Diaz
Peoria Journal Star:
Unpredictable year, except for the finish by Jane Miller
Philadelphia Daily News:
Johnson on verge of NASCAR history by Bill Fleischman
Phillyburbs:
Outdoor short tracks wrapping up by Ernie Saxton
Race Journal Online:
The Day I Got Miss Sprint Cup's Phone Number! -An Interview with Monica Palumbo by Rob Quillen
Race Talk Radio:
And Then There was One - Fantasy Insight- Homestead-Miami by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Stats Give Martin Hope by Rick Minter;
Montoya Has Message For Haters by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
Johnson set to make NASCAR history in Homestead by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Eight Years Later Gordon Still Looking for Title No. 5
RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Homestead Marks the Finalie of Smoke's First Season as an Owner by Toby Christie
San Diego Union Tribune:
Johnson poised to break historic NASCAR record by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Final race of 2009 Cup season chockfull of scenarios for numerous teams by Rea White;
A hard day of walking at the track by Carolyn Brewster;
Jimmie Johnson has a date with history by Lee Montgomery;
Homestead finale appears to be fight to the finish for some in Truck series by Jared Turner
South Florida Sun Sentinel:
Burgeoning businessman Tony Stewart completing first season as NASCAR driver-owner by Sarah Talalay
SPEEDtv:
New Ford Engine In Again and
Martin: No Regrets, No Worries by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Phoenix by Jeffrey Boswell;
Martin Truex, Jr., Ryan Truex brothers in success by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
For Johnson, it's been a long road to a likely fourth title by Brant James
Spotter Stand:
Catch Can: Snowball Derby, Brad Keselowski, Underrated Drivers, And 2010 Predictions by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today:
Team notes: Checkered flag set to fall on NASCAR season
Vegas Insider
Homestead Preview by Micah Roberts
Yahoo Sports:
Ford 400: What To Watch For
York Dispatch:
Stage set for final race of Chase by Ellen Siska
posted November 18, 2009
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ESPN:
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow at 3pm/et;
Want Air Johnsons? You're outta luck by David Newton;
What will, won't and may be by Terry Blount;
Chat Wrap with Terry Blount;
The Blount Report: NASCAR's Most Overrated and Underrated Drivers, Cars, Teams, and Tracks;
Dr. Racy answers your questions by Ryan McGee
Around the Track Online:
History: 1956 – Buck Baker Gives Carl Kiekhaefer Final Win;
Impressive is (Mike) Bliss by Steve Post
Associated Press:
In The Pits: Keselowski may have rough road ahead by Jenna Fryer
Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Phoenix & Homestead by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson overshadowed by Hamlin and Keselowski by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Danica’s Delaying is Starting to Increase Doubting by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
It’s a long shot, but Martin can still win the championship by Jay W. Pennell
Boston Globe:
Hendrick relishes impending 4-peat by Michael Vega
Bump Drafts:
Wilkesboro Press Conference Was A History Book Brought To Life by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
Feud: Danica's dance, Denny's revenge, Chase-track flap by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Johnson's Phoenix performance demonstration of why he'll be four by Marsha Hoffman
Daly Planet:
"Race Hub" On SPEED Returns For 2010 by John Daly
FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson's Road to American Hero by Holly Cain
FoxSports:
Things aren't so bad after all by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Big Brother Gets To Keselowski, Marlin's "Sterling" Career, And No Championship Talk (Promise!) by Tom Bowles;
Top Ten Reasons Jimmie Johnson Might Not Win The Chase, Redux by Jeff Meyer;
Mirror Driving: Judging History ... For Hornaday?, McGrew's McMess, And Fixing Feuds by the Frontstretch Staff;
Jimmie Johnson: Continuing To Dominate In Spite Of A Dreaded Disease by Vito Pugliese;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Phoenix compiled by Mike Neff
Fan Huddle:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Driver Jimmie Johnson Four-Peat Something to See by Patti Rodisch
Herald Bulletin:
Johnson one of the best by Ken de la Bastide
Insider Racing News:
Johnson Takes Phoenix By Storm by Chuck Abrams;
Johnson Wins..And The Crowd Goes Mild! by Larry Van Zandt
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Who can stop HMS? by Amanda Vincent
NASCAR.com:
A champion is a champion and that's all there is to it by Dave Rodman;
Teams struggle to sustain sponsorship dollars;
Chasing down a dream; nightmare in the waiting - Pros, cons of playoff format in Nationwide, Truck series
NASCAR Media:
Homestead Weekend Preview page
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #50 by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Brad Keselowski vs. Denny Hamlin by Monte Dutton
NASCAR This Week:
Legedary mechanic Yunick made only one appearance in a NASCAR race and
Speed finishing rookie season with Red Bull Racing by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Junior vs. Kyle Busch, Earnhardt's Stats are Better by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Dale Earnhardt Jr Takes Aggressive Measures to Stop Curse by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Former Greats Pick The Current Greatest by Mark Armijo
RacingOne:
First Year a Success by Pete Pistone;
RacingOne Power Rankings;
Still Around: Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Racing Tool:
A Better Role for the Camping World Series by David Dubczak
RacingWithRich:
Stewart's season going opposite from the norm by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
NASCAR surveys fans on broadcasts/Notes by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Aric Almirola battles through adversity, makes most of opportunity by Krista Voda;
End of the NASCAR season brings mixed emotions by Jeff Gluck;
State of developing drivers a bigger concern than lack of rookies by Bob Pockrass;
Cleaning up the debris after a three-race weekend in Phoenix by Kenny Bruce;
A classic case of overcoming adversity to win a title by Steve Waid
SPEEDtv:
Five Stories You Might Have Missed by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal” With Dave Rogers by Wendy Venturini
Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: With one to go, it's Jimmie's championship to lose by Larry Taylor;
When will Junior Nation crack? by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
Avid fans more focused late in NASCAR season by Michael Smith;
Numbers Overwhelmingly Favor Johnson by Buzz Cutler
Sports Illustrated:
Burton's success with new crew chief bodes well for 2010 by Tim Tuttle;
Johnson leads Chase... and Power Rankings by Tom Bowles
Sports Network:
Johnson, Hendrick looking to make NASCAR history at Homestead
Stock Car History Online:
Curtis Turner, Daredevil Pilot (Photographs discovered of Turner landing his plane at Charlotte Motor Speedway)
Toronto Star:
Danica won’t say anything about 2010 because she can’t by Norris McDonald
Toronto Sun:
Chasing NASCAR history by Dean McNulty
USA Today:
NASCAR enticing more Formula One drivers by Nate Ryan;
Biffle set for solid results in finale, strides in offseason by Greg Biffle;
Burton, Childress team make strides after crew overhauls by Seth Livingstone
Yahoo Sports:
2010 is a rookie-less NASCAR season, so far by Jay Busbee;
Happy Hour: Entertainment vs. sporting chance by Jay Hart
posted November 17, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Missing the Mark (Martin) and
2009 Power Rankings: Homestead-Miami Speedway by Ryan McGee;
Rank the Chase Drivers;
Fireworks at Phoenix in all three series
Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson makes winning stand at Phoenix, has fourth title in sight by Don Coble
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: 1963 – Fireball Roberts Scored His Final Win
Bump-Drafts:
On The Verge of an RCR Revival? by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Burton, RCR making strides down the stretch by Brian De Los Santos
Daly Planet:
TV's Rock And A Hard Place by John Daly
Fanzonesports:
Jimmie Johnson Flirted With Disaster, Now He is Flirting With History by Sal Sigala Jr.
FoxSports:
Fans are mad at the wrong guy by Darrell Waltrip;
Team 48 comes back with a vengeance and
Drivers should remember the fans by Jeff Hammond;
Forget titles, there's more to watch at Homestead by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Is Jeff Gordon's Drive For Five Permanently Stalled? by Danny Peters;
Broadcasting Brilliance: My Picks For An All-Star NASCAR Commentating Crew by Vito Pugliese;
Talking NASCAR TV: The Championship Is A Big Story -- But Not THAT Big by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #9 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500K by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR's 2009 Racing Season Quickly Winding Down by Allen Madding
KPHO.com:
NASCAR Fans Help Boost Local Economy by Elizabeth Erwin
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves
Las Vegas Sun:
A few observations from the infield at Phoenix by Mike Smith
Lexington Dispatch:
Before Hendrick, there was Kiekhaefer by Ben White
Los Angeles Times:
Mark Martin seems likely to come up short again in Cup chase by Jim Peltz
NASCAR.com:
Pemberton reflects on season, prepares for '10 by Joe Menzer;
Montoya eighth at Phoenix, makes move on top five by Dave Rodman;
Running second should not be overlooked in NASCAR by Duane Cross
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Keeping up with the Johnsons by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders:
Teams Already Tweaking Crews For Next Season by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Johnson's matchups are quite impressive, thank you and
Burning issues: 11-17-09 by Monte Dutton
Race Talk Radio:
Championship Domination - Making the Grade- Phoenix 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - What You Might Not Have Seen at Phoenix by Carol Einarsson
Racin' Today:
Shed No Tears For Martin by Mike Harris;
Sterling Marlin Says It Is ‘Probably” All Over and
That’s All Folks by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Burton Looking Ahead by Jeff Wackerlin
RacinwithRuss:
Johnson Pulls Away in Phoenix by Russell Schmidt
SceneDaily:
Championship battle may not be tight, but Chase still has some intrigue by Lee Montgomery;
On Location: QVC and Dale Earnhardt Jr. sell at Whisky River by Jay Pfeifer
Speedway Media:
Behind closed doors: Tony Stewart's kinder, gentler side by Kimberley Powell;
The Final Word: Mark Martin being fitted for his fifth bridesmaid gown by Ron Thornton;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Phoenix Edition by Dave Grayson;
One race to go and Jimmie Johnson is in the driver's seat by Ron Fleshman
Sports Illustrated:
Barring another crash, Johnson will be 2009 Sprint Cup champ by Lars Anderson;
Martin content without Sprint Cup victory by Bruce Martin
Sports Network:
Hamlin, Keselowski rivalry is at its boiling point by Chris Symeon
Sports Radio Interviews:
Richard Childress: “We are looking forward to 2010 and getting 2009 behind us and maybe get up there and be a contender with Jimmie Johnson next year.”
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Martin is a true champion by Jenna Fryer
posted November 16, 2009
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ESPN.com:
A good day not good enough by David Newton;
Johnson's historic quest continues by Terry Blount
Alabama Live:
Jeff Burton says next generation will appreciate Jimmie Johnson by Doug Demmons
Arizona Republic:
Johnson nears title with huge win at PIR by Mark Armijo;
Notes: Earnhardt's struggles continue by Michael Knight;
Championship continues to elude Martin by Jim Gintonio;
Put Johnson in 'most dominant' discussion by Bob Young
Associated Press:
Johnson cruising into finale after Phoenix victory by Jenna Fryer
Athlon Sports:
Return to Form: Johnson, 48 team dominate at PIR by Amanda Brahler
Auto Racing Daily:
Title is Still no Sure Thing For Jimmie Johnson by Jerry Bonkowski
Auto123:
Jimmie Johnson bounces back in Phoenix by Lewis Franck
Bleacher Report:
It's Official: Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Is Cursed by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Winners and Losers: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Denny Hamlin Finishes Third at Phoenix, Again by Patti Rodisch
Bump Drafts:
Race React: Domination In The Desert by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 presented by Pennzoil by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Johnson rebounds to prove point, Team 48 just best in business by Pete Pistone
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne just along for the ride at Phoenix by Darren Pope
CupScene:
Oil Causes This Week’s Earnhardt Woes and
As Easy As ABC and
Truex Gets Top Five Finish and
Building Momentum by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Phoenix On ABC by John Daly
Dialed In:
Stop Stereotyping NASCAR Fans: NASCAR Fans and Starbucks by Claire B. Lang
FanHouse:
Championship-Worthy Seasons Again Not Enough for Jeff Gordon, Mark Martin by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Johnson reasserts Chase dominance and
Is time running out for Danica, Hendrick deal? by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Phoenix Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Want To Stop Hendrick? Here's Five Ways To Do It by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #9 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Robby Gordon Clinches Spot In Top 35 As Speed, Andretti Stumble by Mike Ravesi;
Wrecks Doom Rookies At Phoenix As Joey Logano Leads The Wounded by Tony Lumbis
Insider Racing News:
Jimmie Johnson Careful But Fast, Wins At Phoenix by Ron Felix;
Greatest Truck Series Champion of All Time by Matthew Pizzolato
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie
Los Angeles Times:
Jimmie Johnson has another Sprint Cup well in hand by Jim Peltz
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson bounces back in dominating fashion by Amanda Vincent
Mikemulhern.net:
Just how good can Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus become? and
Jimmie Johnson! Win number seven, and now he can almost cruise at Homestead and
John McCain always feels at home at Phoenix International Raceway....Maybe he can give NASCAR a shot in the arm and
For Mark Martin and Jeff Gordon, it's wait-till-next-year.....
NASCAR.com:
Superman will fly into Homestead a champion and
Burton, RCR improve as season nears the end by Joe Menzer
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Back to our regularly scheduled programming: A Johnson ‘Butt-whooping’ by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner :
So it’s over? No not yet and
Hendrick Motorsports owns NASCAR… except for that Junior guy by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insider:
Keselowski Continues To Make Enemies by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
Talk About a Series of Unfortunate Events by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR gamer: For everyone but Johnson, the end is near and
This isn't competitive, it's utterly dominant and
Checker O'Reilly 500 notebook: Johnson sits back ... for a very short while and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Rattlesnake, Earnhardt Wreck, and Kyle Busch's Front End Grip by Rob Quillen
Race Talk Radio:
Jimmie Johnson Angers NASCAR by Not Following Script (Junior is Cursed, Forty-Three Kyles) by Dennis Michelsen
RacingNation:
In Just Ten Years... by Dan Margetta
RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Phoenix by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Brian France wants double standard applied in court case against ex-wife and
Finding a sponsor for Robby is more important than finding a sponsor for Danica by Richard Allen
Racin' Today:
Johnson Takes Leisurely Ride To Victory Lane by Jim Pedley
RubbingsRacing:
NNS: Kyle Busch All but Locks Nationwide Title, but Leaves Track Angry by Toby Christie
SceneDaily:
NASCAR has its very own Terminator by Art Weinstein;
Pat Tryson in difficult position in final races by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
Johnson Wins At PIR, Closes On Record and
Johnson Takes It To The Field and
Martin Down, Gordon Out Of Title Race by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Jimmie Johnson on the verge of another championship, but who cares? by Angela Campbell;
NASCAR takes 'hands off' approach to Denny Hamlin-BradKeselowski feud by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Johnson keeps the snakes at bay for a win in Phoenix by Rebecca Spence;
Surprising, Not Surprising: Phoenix International Raceway by Larry Taylor
Sporting News:
Jimmie Johnson -- The Tiger Woods Of Racing by Jim Pedley;
Johnson widens Chase lead with win at Phoenix and
Notebook: Johnson's win clips Martin's title hopes by Reid Spencer
Spotter Stand:
Smoke Screen: Stewart’s Comments, Danica’s Future, Changes To The Chase, And Johnson’s Place In History by Patrick Baldwin
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR's Jimmie Johnson put on a clinic in Phoenix: Let's talk legacy, not trophy by Janelle Jalbert
Stock Car History Online:
Junior Johnson Very Nearly Changes The Course Of NASCAR History by Rick Houston
36 Races:
Is the Chase Having the Opposite Effect? and
Actually, Using Formula 1 Points System, Johnson Would Have Just Clinched by Dale Watermill
Toronto Star:
Johnson’s won the Sprint Cup, but then again he hasn’t - yet by Norris McDonald
Virginian Pilot:
And down the stretch ... by Dustin Long
USA Today:
Hendrick drivers put on show of strength at Phoenix by Seth Livingstone;
Johnson flies to Phoenix win, nears fourth NASCAR crown by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Vengeful Johnson can sleep comfortably by Dan Wetzel
posted November 15, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Hamlin versus Keselowski: Let 'em race and
Thank you, Carl, for the ride of my life and
48 crew thrives on race-day chaos by David Newton;
Despite doubts, JJ still a lock to win Cup title by Terry Blount
ABC15 News:
Phoenix track running strong, despite struggling economy by Angie Holdsworth
Alabama Live:
Indy's new title sponsor talks some smack about NASCAR and
Carl Edwards delays Kyle Busch's Nationwide championship party by Doug Demmons
Arizona Republic:
Notes: Burton says Danica's 'welcome' and
PIR newsmaker: Crew chief Chad Knaus and
Nationwide: Edwards stalls Ky. Busch's celebration by Michael Knight;
Johnson facing challenges at PIR by Mark Armijo
Around The Track Online:
History: 1992 – Elliott Wins Race, Kulwicki Wins Championship and Richard Petty’s Last Race, Jeff Gordon’s First
Associated Press:
Edwards' win staves off Busch title and
Stewart considers 1st season as owner a success by Jenna Fryer
Augusta Chronicle:
Martin wants more from magical year by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
News, Notes, and Wild Rides at Phoenix International Raceway by Brad Vipperman
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Checker O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 by Jim McCoy
CarsAndRacingStuff:
Random Lugnuts: Zombie Sponsorships by Bill Crittenden
Chicago Tribune:
Kurt Busch: Texas victory aftermath and more
CupScene:
Edwards Nabs a Victory As A Rivalry Intensifies by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Eyes Turn To The Original Mr. Excitement by John Daly
Darlington Chick:
The Hands That Feed NASCAR by Terri Ketterman
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Race report - Questions and Attitude by Ken Willis and Godwin Kelly
Detroit Free Press:
The tachometer
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
It is not about points anymore for #42 team by Josh Lobdell
Florida Today:
Martin making Sprint Cup title chase interesting by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
Hamlin, Keselowski feud reignites at Phoenix and
The Hot Pass: Stewart pleased by team's results by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Can Mark Martin Win His First Championship? by Kim Roberson
Los Angeles Times:
Rick Hendrick says Jimmie Johnson's dominance doesn't make NASCAR boring and
Jimmie Johnson just wants to forget Texas and
Kyle Busch burning again after a bad season by Jim Peltz
Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Phoenix track a favorite stop for Denny Hamlin by Denny Hamlin
Miami Herald:
In Homestead, a final push for the Sprint Cup by Adam H. Beasley
Midland Daily News:
A spat with NASCAR leads to a good move by Mike Harper
MikeMulhern.net:
Hey now, this Waltrip dude looks pretty promising....NASCAR's best pitchman is finally over the hump
NASCAR.com:
Truex looking forward to future with new team by Joe Menzer;
Small changes on tap for 88 after solid final practice by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hornaday’s 4th title puts him in elite company and
Can somebody get Denny Hamlin a tissue? by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
Examining the Phoenix odds and
Phoenix notebook #3: Edwards discusses the season of his discontent and
Can Hamlin 'close the book' on flat tracks? and
Johnson's only fear is ... fear itself and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton
NASCAR-ista:
Saturday at Phoenix: Tornadoes, Rain and Sons of Thunder by Michelle Dawn
News and Tribune:
Don’t give Johnson the Cup title just yet by Kevin Harris
Racing Fashionistas:
News from the Track-Phoenix by Darlynn Nangano
Racin' Today:
Race Day: ‘The People’ Are Watching Martin by Jim Pedley
Racing Post:
Busch brothers can star in NASCAR Phoenix race by Phil Agius
Roanoke Times:
Time running out for Martin and
Stewart pleased with his transition by Dustin Long
San Diego Union Tribune:
Johnson, Knaus making it work by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Hendrick vs. Hendrick vs. Hendrick by Mike Hembree;
Denny Hamlin a leader or whiner? by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
Montoya Welcomes Trulli To NASCAR
Speedway Media:
Carl Edwards wins Nationwide race, leaving Kyle Busch to wonder 'Why, why, why?' by Mary Jo Buchanan
Stock Car Spin:
Jimmie Johnson: Lightning Can't Strike Twice by Hopper
Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' It With Carl: Texas Edition by Tom Bowles
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Marty Robbins, Racer
Yahoo Sports:
Edwards has found predictions don’t mean squat by Jay Hart
posted November 14, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Junior missing out on the Hendrick fun by David Newton;
Phoenix Chase chances, Friday the 13th edition by Ryan McGee;
Cup regulars hogging the spotlight by Terry Blount
Arizona Republic:
Truex on pole, Johnson third at PIR by Mark Armijo;
Hornaday wins record 4th Trucks title by Jim Gintonio;
No open-wheel races at PIR in 2010/Notes by Michael Knight
Associated Press:
Drivers still have incentive for final 2 races and
Truex, Kurt Busch take top 2 spots at PIR by Jenna Fryer
Athlon Sports:
Mark Martin: Late Surge or the Final Purge? by Vito Pugliese
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 2003 Checker Auto Parts 500 (Dale Jr at his best) by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
Chase leader likes position by Don Coble
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: 1993 – Rusty Wins Race, Earnhardt Wins Championship; Tribute to Allison and Kulwicki in Post-Race
Bleacher Report:
Starbucks and NASCAR Are Perfect Together by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Actually, Starbucks Has Met Several NASCAR Fans by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
With Phoenix looming, J.J. vulnerability might be illusion by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Martin's lesson from 1990? Don't change horses by Tom Higgins
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Look for fewer Cup drivers in Nationwide by Lindsey Young
CupScene:
He’s Number One by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Take A Good Look At Marty Reid by John Daly
Fayetteville Observer:
Racin’ in them thar hills [North Wilkesboro] by Thomas Pope
Florida Today:
Martin making Sprint Cup title chase interesting by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Kahne playing the waiting game and
F1 star Trulli keeping his eyes on NASCAR by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Good News for Detroit is Good News for NASCAR by Brenda Benedict
Michigan Live:
Ron Hornaday's fourth Trucks title begs question: Should he be in NASCAR Hall? by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
Bobby Labonte: He makes the call and
Martin Truex? Montoya's lame duck teammate provides a Friday surprise at Phoenix and
So it's down to Jimmie Johnson vs Mark Martin for the title: wide-open at Phoenix, or cautious and careful? and
Denny Hamlin: Drivers need a 'board' to advise NASCAR
NASCAR.com:
Johnson ready to move on; Martin approach the same by Joe Menzer;
Finally, some signs of life at old North Wilkesboro by David Caraviello;
Changing Hands focuses on service and community by Rick Houston
NASCAR-ista:
They're Not Just NASCAR Pretty Faces by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR knuckleheads on the radio and
Phoenix notebook #2: Johnson recalls the one that got away and
Quotes from Phoenix
RacingOne:
[Kurt] Busch Plans on Ending Strong and
Keeping Track by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
GM Is Winning On Sundays by Mike Harris;
Cup Notes: Kahne Facing ‘Lot of Unknowns’ and
Warning! Do Not Bet Against Hendrick At PIR by Jeff Hood
Roanoke Times:
[Robby] Gordon looks for sponsors/Notes and
'Start-and-park' life a tough one for Blaney by Dustin Long
Roberts NASCAR Notes:
Phoenix Happy Hour: Johnson and Martin Bringing Their Best by Micah Roberts
SceneDaily:
The deconstruction of Danica Patrick by Kris Johnson;
Brad Keselowski's aggressive style should be embraced, not criticized by Jeff Gluck
SPEEDtv:
Big Day For Waltrip At PIR by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Martin eager to shed label of best driver who hasn't won title by Lars Anderson;
My two cents on Danica to NASCAR by Mark Beech
USA Today:
Earnhardt Jr. says his NASCAR team is no sure thing for Danica by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Rowdy is relevant again by Jenna Fryer;
I still have a shot by Mark Martin
posted November 'Friday the 13th', 2009
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ESPN::
SCC Preview: Will Johnson rebound in Phoenix? by Mark Garrow;
Changes to car won't be coming soon by Ed Hinton;
RCR may be finally getting it together by Terry Blount
Around The Track Online:
History: 1994: Bandit’s Last Ride – Harry Gant’s Last Point-Paying Race
Arizona Republic:
Q&A with PIR president Bryan Sperber and
PIR notebook: Roush looking ahead to 2010 by Michael Knight;
Busch, Hornaday can close out NASCAR titles at PIR by Mark Armijo
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Texas-Sized Trouble by Matt Taliaferro
Auto Racing Daily:
Why New York Will Always be Better for NASCAR Than Las Vegas by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Dale Earnhardt: The Man and Legend Who Defined NASCAR Sprint Cup Racing by Rob Tiongson
Bump Drafts:
I’ll Say This About Jimmie by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! A Few Ideas To Improve Cup Racing by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
Q & A with Brian France [Pearson in Hall, Danica, Dale Jr. discussed] by Scott Fowler;
Job toll mounts as Petty merger with Yates advances by Bob Henry
CupScene :
Stats Speak For Themselves by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Gentlemen Start Your TV Remotes by John Daly
Delware News Journal:
Leader's crash resuscitates Chase by Mike Finney
Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor's view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Sprint Cup Crown Remains Jimmie Johnson's to Lose by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Danica Sue -- how will she do? by Darrell Waltrip;
Phoenix preview: Hendrick head-to-head by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Danica hype a symbol of where it's at today by Kurt Smith;
The Racin', the Dumb, and the Just Flat Ugly: Where Do On-Track Incidents Rate? by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Working Inside... by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Busy News Week by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Scott Speed Driver Diary: Finishing Strong, Then Off To Europe...With Kyle Busch? by Scott Speed
Georgia Racing History:
GRHOF Member Jack Smith Honored At Talladega by Brandon Reed
Houston Chronicle:
A point separates former teammates/Notebook by Russ Goodall
Indianapolis Star:
How the Chase is shaping up by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Will NASCAR Have to Put the Brakes on Twitter? by Rebecca Gladden;
Plans Gone Wrong: Drivers and Teams That Went Missing In ‘09 by Nick Blake
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Phoenix and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Las Vegas revs up for NASCAR party by Jeff Wolf
Los Angeles Times:
Mark Martin keeps up pressure in Sprint Cup Series by Jim Peltz
Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Racing Beat - The Wilke family stays driven and
Fast and fun by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Thanks to Texas, tiering is back to a two-man race by Marty Snider;
PIR played big role in title battles involving Earnhardt by Mark Aumann;
Johnson, Martin should lead the way at Phoenix by Mark Taylor;
Track Smack: Johnson still has sizeable lead, but no longer a lock
NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle - Anything can happen in final two races by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
The Glamorous World Of Race Team Travel by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
The Real Reason For All That Johnson Hate by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Living slightly less vicariously and
Phoenix notebook #1: Odds still favor Johnson in Chase by Monte Dutton
Philadelphia Daily News:
Montoya a good fit with NASCAR by Bill Fleischman
Phillyburbs.com:
NASCAR safety issues getting attention by Ernie Saxton
Race Journal Online:
Conspiracies, Grudges, and Smokin' Hot Girls! by Rob Quillen
RacingWithRich:
RPM having immediate success with Ford by Richard Allen
Racin' Today:
Not All Issues Mechanical/Notes by Rick Minter
Racing Geek:
Checker O'Reilly Auto Parts 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
RotoTimes:
Driver Performance: Checker O’Reilly Auto Parts 500 by Brian Polking
SceneDaily:
Time, opportunities running out by Kenny Bruce;
Time for wins by Mike Hembree;
I want the nail-biting drama by Carolyn Brewster
Southern Pines Pilot:
Racing Returns to Historic North Wilkesboro by Andy Cagle
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson aims to hit his set up early to stay ahead of a pack that smells blood by Janelle Jalbert
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Notes: Will there be a showdown in the valley of the sun? by Dave Grayson;
Controversy and championships: Nothing in new in NASCAR by Clayton Caldwell
Sports Illustrated:
Lot on line for Earnhardt, Almendinger, others in final races by Tom Bowles
Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Ready, Ready....Green! Green! Green! by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Spin:
...But What If Mark Loses? by Hopper
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Time is short and
Outside the NASCAR Chase, it's finish strong by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Martin has shot to win Chase, but Johnson remains in control by Nate Ryan
Vegas Insider
Phoenix Preview by Micah Roberts
York Dispatch:
There's still some drama in Chase by Ellen Siska
posted November 12, 2009
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ESPN:
Bud Moore, American Hero and
Junior gets a taste of the tabloid life by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers for Phoenix by Matt Willis;
Fallen soldier, friend will be missed by David Newton;
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow
All Left Turns:
Why the Sprint Cup needs a dirt race by Patrick Reynolds;
He came, he drove, he almost won by Jay W. Pennell;
For One-Track Minds
Arizona Republic:
Hendrick reaching historic heights and
Notes: New restart rule to have PIR debut by Michael Knight
AroundTheTrackOnline:
History: Buddy Baker beats “Super Tex”; a moonshine bust nearly cancels race and Gordon’s first Championship and
Food: Good Eating in Phoenix – including Chinese-Mexican?
Augusta Chronicle:
Lending a helping hand and
NASCAR Newsmaker: Ryan Newman by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Regardless of Texas Struggles, Johnson Still No. 1 Story in Phoenix by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Phoenix Could Be Mark Martin's Final Championship Chance, Ever by David Yeazell;
NASCAR veterans face thin ice in downturn: Today’s racing, part two by Janelle Jalbert
Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR Appealing to female fans: Raising Breast Cancer Awareness
Bump Drafts:
Fab Five Driver Rankings: Shifting Fortunes by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Team comes first in land of Hendrick Motorsports by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer: (re-posts)
Hard-nosed racer was in thick of D-Day action and
Bud Moore, An American Hero by Tom Higgins
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Johnson's crash keeps Chase going by Marsha Hoffman
Dallas Morning News:
Despite the Dickies 500, the Chase for the Cup is over by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
Updated Banquet And Championship Week TV News by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Some of the least expected making news by Godwin Kelly
Element of Speed:
Shut Up and Drive by Summer Dreyer
Fanzonesports:
Does Jimmie Johnson Have The Chase In His Hands? by Sal Sigala Jr.
FoxSports:
Biffle looks at season-ending run as prep for 2010 by Rea White;
If not now, Martin may win title in 2010 by Jeff Hammond;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca
Frontstretch:
Fanning The Flames: The Crew Chief Carousel And Other Assorted Oddities by Matt Taliaferro;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: Racing Against The Media-ocrity by Matt McLaughlin;
Even The "Rosetta Stone" Couldn't Help You Understand Brian France! by Jeff Meyer;
Jimmie Johnson's Garage Leadership Misinterpreted By The Media by Tommy Thompson;
Fantasy Insider: Watering Your Fantasy Seeds In The Phoenix Desert by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Montoya Is Right, NASCAR Racing Is The Best by Doug Demmons
Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner – Phoenix Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel;
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase isn't over yet and
Owner's points title on line with two to go by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
Ford's new FR9…the latest escalation in NASCAR's horsepower wars: And just how is this whole engine war thing saving teams money and making racing better? and
Is NASCAR worried that Rick Hendrick is dominating this sport? Just what is NASCAR worried about? and
Rick Hendrick going for his fifth straight Phoenix win…and ready to celebrate an historic 1-2-3 finish in NASCAR championship chase
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
The Drill: Montoya a NASCAR contender by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Title or trifecta possible at sunny Phoenix short track by Chris Stanfield;
History shows points leader doesn't slip at PIR by Bill Kimm;
Driver development is a must, difficult to achieve by Dave Rodman;
Power Rankings
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Why is Toyota out of F1, but still in NASCAR? Because they can win by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Five questions with NASCAR’s Jeff Gordon by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Cool It With The Jimmie Conspiracies by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
The view from here: Western skies forever by Monte Dutton
NASCAR Truck Series Examiner:
Veteran Terry Cook vs rising star Brian Scott: The nature of NASCAR racing today, part one by Janelle Jalbert
Race Talk Radio:
Give Hope a Chance for Mark Martin - Fantasy Insight- Phoenix 2 by Dennis Michelsen
RacingOne:
Hendrick: Part 2 - Driver Diary by Alli Owens
RacingWithRich:
NASCAR's problem are Junior's fault by Richard Allen
Racin' Today:
The News Is Mixed On Fates Of Old Tracks by Rick Minter;
Kyle Pulled A Kyle After Texas Race by Larry Woody;
Fixing As Cool As Crashing by Jim Pedley;
The Search For Jimmie’s Place In History Begins by Mark Armijo
Roanoke Times:
Montoya defends Cup racing/Notes by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
It may not be great, but Mark Martin has a chance by Steve Waid;
Young guns ready to shine in Nationwide Series by Lee Montgomery;
Jimmie Johnson ready to take flight at Phoenix by David Exum;
Race fans find tough going in muddy parking lots by Carolyn Brewster
SPEEDtv:
Martin Keeping Pressure On and
Johnson, Martin Favorites At PIR and
Biffle Hunts For Answers, Better Results by Tom Jensen;
Army Strong by Ryan Newman;
Eyes On 2010 by Jimmy Spencer
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Texas by Jeffrey Boswell
SpinDoctor500:
Cost rules haven't helped Robby Gordon
Sporting News:
Who's on track after Texas by Bill Marx
Sports Illustrated:
My Sportsman: Jimmie Johnson by Lars Anderson;
Despite crash, Johnson still first in Power Rankings
USA Today:
Team notes: NASCAR heads to desert for next-to-last race
Yahoo Sports:
What To Watch For: Checker Auto 500K
posted November 11, 2009
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ESPN:
Danger lurking in Johnson's rearview by David Newton;
Crunching numbers after Texas by Matt Willis
Arizona Republic:
Johnson continues title quest at PIR by Mark Armijo
Around The Track:
History: 1956 – 3 Races in One Day: Winners – Weatherly, Thompson and Panch
Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Texas & Phoenix by Matt Taliaferro
Auto Racing Daily:
Having Second Thoughts About Las Vegas For NASCAR’s Awards Banquet by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
A Tribute To My Favorite Veteran and Race Fan by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
I Saw a Race… and I Liked It by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
Feud: Martin giving J.J. slight push with two races to go by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-11 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.
Daly Planet:
Who Should Host The Sprint Cup Series Banquet? by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Brumos, Bill's Kid, North Wilkesboro & Vegas Calling by Godwin Kelly
Fanzonesports:
Mark Martin Poised for Fifth Chance To win First Sprint Cup Championship by Sal Sigala Jr.
FoxSports:
It starts with 'P' and rhymes with 'T' and it stands for Trouble by Darrell Waltrip;
NASCAR's testing ban may have backfired by Jeff Owens;
Change looks good for Kyle Busch by Jeff Hammond
Free Lance Star:
Hey, Tiger: Make room for Johnson by Steve DeShazo
Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Championship Collusion, Poor Media Manners, And Salvaging 2009 by Tom Bowles;
Texas Race A Snapshot Of What Could Have Been For Many Drivers In 2009 by Vito Pugliese;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Texas compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Too Much Teamwork?, Curbing NASCAR Criticism, And A Tall Order For Townley
Insider Racing News:
Texas Exposes Chink In Johnson's Armor by Chuck Abrams
NASCAR.com:
In the middle of the desert, an old Southern race track by David Caraviello
NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR needs its critics, not old drivers and crew chiefs by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #49 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
Phoenix Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the week: Sam Hornish Jr. vs. Jimmie Johnson and
Bailey was the first stock car driver at Indy and
Fan tips: Great deal on limited-edition NASCAR prints by Garry Hill and
Whew! What a relief! Johnson got his bad race out of the way and
Burning issues: 11-10-09 by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Mark vs. Jimmie in Phoenix by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Dale Earnhardt Jr's Death Spiral by Dennis Michelsen
RubbingsRacing:
Greg Biffle: Very Excited About The New Ford Engine by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
Crown NASCAR national tour champions on different weekends by Bob Pockrass;
Phoenix race provides ‘homecoming weekend’ for T.J. Bell by Krista Voda
Speedway Media:
Juan Pablo Montoya: 'Nothing compares' to NASCAR by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Championship Chase Watch: Eight down, two left and the #48 team rebuilds a race car by Larry Taylor;
Danica Patrick vs Sara Christian, the First Woman of NASCAR by Shell Sparrow;
The Future of NASCAR: Spotlight on Corey LaJoie by Angela Campbell
Staggered Special:
Colin Braun Making His Way To The Top One Step At A Time by Glen Hendricks
Toronto Star:
Toyota staying in NASCAR by Dean McNulty
Weekender:
Petty cleaning house by Timothy J. Raub
USA Today:
Biffle targets concrete goals ahead of Chase's closing act by Greg Biffle
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Intervention time by Jay Hart
posted November 10, 2009
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ESPN:
Historically, Johnson's lead still enough by Terry Blount;
Rank 'Em: Chase Drivers;
NASCAR's surprising crew chief moves and
North Wilkesboro lives! and
2009 Power Rankings: Phoenix International Raceway by Ryan McGee
Arizona Republic:
NASCAR still helps drive car sales by Michael Knight
Armchair Crew Chief:
Reporter Takes the Heat from Casey Mears by Austin Kilgore
Around The Track Online:
History: 1996 – A big day for the Labonte Boys. Bobby Wins Atlanta, Terry Wins the Championship
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Fans cheer Johnson's wreck as Martin closes gap by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson refused to quit after setback by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Could Bruton Smith’s Foray Into Qatar Have NASCAR Close Behind? by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Updated championship probability table: Martin, Gordon still have a shot by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
Jimmie Johnson, Kyle Busch and Mark Martin: As the Wheel Turns in Texas by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
The Fat Lady’s Warmed Up, But Not Singing by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Gordon fails to take full advantage by Brian De Los Santos
Dallas Morning News:
Gossage fired up about 2010 at Texas Motor Speedway by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
Monday TV Better Than Sunday? by John Daly
Denton Record-Chronicle:
NASCAR Notebook: Pilot Point’s Richardson showing promise by Matt Crider
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR Chase: everyone-is-human edition by Josh Lobdell
Dialed In:
48 Team Post Texas Motor Speedway Crash “Let’s Build Something Together” by Claire B. Lang
DFW.com:
Pics 11.09.09: Sunday race day at TMS
Element of Speed:
Cue the Band, it's Musical Chairs! by Amanda Vincent
FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Dickies 500 by Geoffrey Miller
Fanzonesports:
NASCAR Looks To The Heavens With Public Prayer Before Each Race by Sal Sigala Jr.
51 Sports:
Jeff Fultz Overcomes Loss of Son to Win North South Shootout
Frontstretch:
Can Mark Martin Do The Unthinkable And Prevent The 4-Peat? by Danny Peters;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN, We Know Johnson Wrecked. Thank You ... by Phil Allaway;
Who's The Best NASCAR Free Agent Left? by Tom Bowles'
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Race #8 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth : Dickies 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Laidback Racing:
My Take by Mad Mikie
Lexington Dispatch:
Johnson's crash renews Cup Chase by Ben White
MikeMulhern.net:
The chase may be hot again...or at least hotter...but where were the Fords Sunday at Texas?
NASCAR.com:
It's a matter of numbers coming down the stretch by Duane Cross;
Respect and resolve key to Gustafson, Martin success and
One moment just made the title battle relevant again by Joe Menzer;
Head2Head: Would you hire Danica Patrick?
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Another year, more layoffs in the NASCAR garages by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insider:
The End Is Near by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
Country Countdown - NASCAR Style by Michelle Dawn
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Kyle Busch: Grow Up or Go Home by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Jimmie Johnson the Ultimate Tease - Making the Grade- Texas 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Hiccups Are Seldom Fatal by Larry Woody
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Racing Tool:
New NASCAR Struggling to Retain It’s Old Ways by David Dubczak
RacinwithRuss:
Busch Brothers Sweep Texas by Russell Schmidt
Roanoke Times:
Johnson's woes in Texas offer foes hope by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Tradition-rich North Wilkesboro will come alive again by Steve Waid;
With some luck, Jimmie Johnson could be gunning for seventh straight title by Art Weinstein
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
California drivers show relatively well in NASCAR's trip to Texas by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Kulwicki’s Memory Lives On At PIR by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Phoenix would be the right place for Johnson to rise from the ashes of Texas by Ron Thornton;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Texas by Dave Grayson;
Kurt Busch defeats his brother at Texas Motor Speedway by Shell Sparrow
SpinDoctor500:
1-2-3 Credibility by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Yes, A Good Chase Is Still Possible by Jim Pedley
Sports Network:
Chase far from being settled with two races to go by Chris Symeon
Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Silly Season Is In Full Swing by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jimmy’s Problems = Mark’s Prize? by Lou Modestino
Stock Car Spin:
Don't Hate the 77(or 00)! and
Stock Car Shoutouts: Ambrose, Reutimann, and Hornish Jr. by Hopper
36 Races:
Using F1 Points, We'd Have a Very Close Race by Dale Watermill
USA Today:
Johnson's lead deflated but far from flat with two races left by Nate Ryan
Victorville Daily Press:
Local grad wins $1 million by Brooke Edwards
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: One wreck won’t derail Johnson by Jenna Fryer
posted November 9, 2009
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ESPN:
Kyle Busch, Junior may be ready to break out by David Newton;
Johnson wills his team to finish by Ed Hinton;
Martin takes advantage of JJ wreck by Terry Blount
All Left Turns:
Crash puts first dent in Johnson’s quest for fourth straight title by Jay W. Pennell
Asscoiated Press:
Kurt Busch wins at Texas by Stephen Hawkins
Athlon Sports:
Texas Hold 'Em: Johnson folds, Busch wins by Amanda Brahler
Augusta Chronicle:
Busch drives back to Victory Lane and
Martin has life in Chase/Notes by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
A Ticked Off Jimmie Johnson as A Dangerous Jimmie Johnson by Jerry Bonkowski
Around the Track:
History: 2002 – Day of “Lasts” – Bill Elliott’s last win (so far), last fall race at Rockingham, Kenseth win last Winston Cup
Bleacher Report:
Kyle Busch Barely Misses Texas "Hat Trick" by M Brian Ladner;
Winners and Losers: Dickies 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Carl Edwards Crashes in Texas and Finishes 39th by Patti Rodisch;
Sam Hornish Has "My Head Down a Little Bit" After Wrecking Johnson by Mary Jo Buchanan;
How Do Mark Martin & Jeff Gordon Beat Jimmie Johnson When They Help Him? by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
Race React: The Steady Beats The Swift by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Dickies 500 by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Johnson's crash in Texas opens up Chase for remaining two races by Pete Pistone
Checkered Flag:
Kurt Busch Takes Victory, Texas Repels History by James Broomhead
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne starts strong, fades away at TMS by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Texas On ABC by John Daly
FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson's Extra Motivation by Holly Cain
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Jimmie Johnson's wreck overshadows drama of Kurt Busch's victory at TMS by Anthony Andro;
ZZ Top talks TMS by David Thomas;
Kyle Busch’s lament: 'We’re out of fuel’ by Drew Davison
FoxSports:
By the time I get to Phoenix by Darrell Waltrip;
Texas afterthoughts: Johnson and Co. refuse to lose and
The Hot Pass: Chasers get lifeline, but most falter and
Hamlin questions Gordon's motives on bump drafting by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Texas Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Fuel Mileage Finishes Adding Fuel To Fan's Fire? by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #8 Edition by Mike Lovecchio'
Bubble Breakdown: Top 20 Not Enough For Team Red Bull's Last Gasp For 35th by Mike Ravesi;
Scott Speed Leads The Way At Texas As Rookies Look Towards 2010 by Tony Lumbis
Insider Racing News:
Kurt Busch Stretches Fuel Mileage To Win At Texas by Ron Felix;
Has NASCAR Learned From the Car of Tomorrow Disaster
by Matthew Pizzolato
Las Vegas Sun:
If you can rebuild the whole car, then why not allow an engine change? by Mike Smith
Michigan Live:
Jimmie Johnson's disastrous day at Texas won't derail his Sprint Cup run by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
Dave Rogers' first race with Kyle Busch, well, it had its up and downs, to put it mildly and
NASCAR bounces back, and now there are some title worries for Jimmie Johnson, with Phoenix and Homestead back 'in play' and
Kurt Busch beats kid brother Kyle to win the Texas 500, but it's a bad day for Jimmie Johnson, and suddenly it's a title chase again
NASCAR.com:
Rogers' debut with Busch flames out on a fuel call by Dave Rodman;
Lone Star state dishes out disappointment, frustration and
In garage area, a different kind of championship effort and
Johnson's crash tightens Chase race in Texas by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Texas run shows Dale Jr. may be on right track and
Bad luck finally catches Johnson, but is it too late for Martin? by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Time to eat some crow by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
NASCAR Perception and the Media by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
The feel-good story of Texas and
Looky there - things just got interesting by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Wrong place, wrong guy, wrong time and
The difference between the Busches was strictly gasoline and
Dickies 500 notebook: Pop! goes the Chase and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Superman Soils His Jimmie Johnson Pajamas by Rob Quillen
Race Talk Radio:
Johnson Bullet Proof but Not Hornish Proof by Dennis Michelsen
Racing Fashionistas:
Busch brothers, poor Jimmie and a million dollars....hello Texas! by Megan Wood
Racin' Today:
Martin A Miracle Man? by Jonathan Ingram;
Johnson Wrecks, The Chase Is Back On by John Sturbin
RacingWithRich:
Finishes can be exciting without 'debris' cautions and
ABC crew can't hide enthusiasm for Johnson's misfortune by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on the Fat Lady Developing Laryngitis by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Texas by Pete Pistone
Roanoke Times:
Kyle's misfortune good for bro and
Pit call helps Busch to win/Notes by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Danica Patrick will struggle just like most open-wheel drivers in NASCAR by Bob Pockrass;
73 points is still a pretty big lead by Rea White
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson meets Hornish to create the Franken-Chevy by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
A “T” For Texas and
Busch Brothers Dominate In Texas and
Martin, Gordon Have Renewed Hope by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal’ With Jeff Gordon by Wendy Venturini
Speedway Media:
Kurt Busch wins first race at Texas, a million for a fan by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Surprising, Not Surprising: Texas Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor
Sporting News:
Mark Martin: More Than Just Chase For Cup Going On and
Notebook: Brush with wall proves lucky for Hamlin by Reid Spencer
Sports Illustrated:
JJ isn't invincible -- Martin still has a chance to win Chase by Lars Anderson;
JJ's delayed coronation, IndyCar gets new duds, more Texas notes by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Texas Two Step 09 by Racing Maniac
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, race tightens by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Kurt Busch tames Texas as Johnson's crash tightens race by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Crash opens window of opportunity for Martin by Jay Hart
posted November 8, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Texas the real wild card in Chase for the Cup by Terry Blount;
2009 Fantasy Stock Car Rankings & Projections;
Fantasy NASCAR with Mark Garrow
Arizona Republic:
Martin getting better with age by Michael Knight
Associated Press:
NASCAR trifecta in reach for Kyle Bush at Texas and
Zero Cup wins for Edwards after 9 last year by Stephen Hawkins
Around the Track:
History: Richard Petty clinched the 1964 crown in the longest season (62 races over 363 days) in NASCAR history
Bleacher Report:
Heavy Hearts and Heroes Are Real Story at Texas Motor Speedway by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Can Jeff Gordon Go Two for Two at Texas in 2009 by Brad Vipperman;
Déjà Vu All Over Again As Kyle Busch Wins Nationwide Race In Texas by M Brian Ladner
Bump Drafts:
Picks 'n' Previews: Dickie's 500 (texas) by Jim McCoy
Clanton Advertiser:
’09 Chase not what NASCAR wanted by Jeff Findley
Dallas Morning News:
Jimmie Johnson's drive toward history makes stop in Texas by Anthony Andro;
Driver continues to achieve dreams and
Saturday's TMS notebook by David Thomas;
Busch 2-for-2 after winning O'Reilly Challenge at TMS by Carlos Mendez
Daly Planet:
Three And Out For ESPN by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
The tachometer and
Just give Johnson the championship already by Mike Brudenell
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Three drivers to watch in the Dickies 500
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: Toyota leaves F1, but stays in NASCAR by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Talladega Issues Not Solved and May Never Be by Kim Roberson
NASCAR.com:
Johnson keeps his focus on prize that matters most and
Danica is nowhere and everywhere at same time by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Kudos to ESPN for standing up to NASCAR by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
Let's cut from the Chase rather than to it and
Texas notebook #2: Biffle thinks Danica should wait ... a little and
Welcome to the chicken-fried speedway in the Lone Star State by Monte Dutton
RacingOne:
Winless Season Haunts Edwards by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
Race Day: It’s Around No. 8 Of Chase by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
Here's rooting for a Kyle Busch victory on Sunday by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Fact or Fiction? Fact or Fiction? Fact or Fiction? and
Teams share ideas at meeting/Notes by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Infield of dreams at Texas Motor Speedway by Bob Pockrass;
Time can be the only missing link to success in NASCAR by Jared Turner;
Bobby Labonte says 2010 plans uncertain; remaining at TRG possible and
The Amazing Race by Mike Hembree
SPEEDtv:
Busch Goes For Historic Triple by Tom Jensen;
We Salute You by Ryan Newman;
What To Watch: SPEED Programming Notes by Erik Arneson
Speedway Media:
Two down, one to go for Kyle Bush after Texas Nationwide Series win by Rebecca Spence;
Casey Mears finishes second in pinch-hit Nationwide run by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
It isn't over yet -- Montoya still has something to say by Mark Beech
USA Today:
New dryer aims to wick time off NASCAR rain delays by Nate Ryan.(11-8-2009)
Virginian Pilot:
Brian France 1-on-1 discussing TV commentators, TV coverage, the car, the Chase by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Gordon goes for No. 2 by Jay Hart
posted November 7, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Fort Hood tragedy looms large at TMS by Terry Blount;
NASCAR's Heisman would go to JJ by Marty Smith;
[Kyle] Busch flying under the radar ... but for how long? and
Martin so close, yet so far … again by Ed Hinton
Augusta Chronicle:
Gordon claims 1st pole of year by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Grandma Ruby's Sweetly Supports NASCAR's Female Racers by Mary Jo Buchanan;
The Talladega Take-Off: Why Ryan Newman's Crash Is Good For NASCAR by Kara Martin;
Kyle Busch Begins Another Attempt At First Weekend Trifecta At TMS by M Brian Ladner
CBS Sports:
'Danica Mania' bumps Johnson's title quest at Texas Motor Speedway by Pete Pistone
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
NASCAR drivers ready to welcome Patrick by Lindsey Young
Dallas Morning News:
Keselowski ready for double duty by Carlos Mendez;
Plano native will take on back-to-back races at TMS by David Thomas
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Believe it, Johnson is unbelievable by Godwin Kelly;
It says here, NASCAR listens to fans by Ken Willis
Florida Today:
It's over, NASCAR fans by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
Johnson might be extra-aggressive at Texas by Larry McReynolds;
The Hot Pass: Busch, Keselowski over feud by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Ryan Newman Vents His Frustrations ~ Will NASCAR Listen? by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Sun:
This Weeks Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Where have all the Dodges gone? by Amanda Vincent
Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Dickies 500 picks
MikeMulhern.net:
Jeff Gordon: the new 'boss wrangler' at Texas? On the pole...at one of NASCAR's most dangerous tracks and
NASCAR's Most Improved this season? No question, it's Juan Pablo Montoya and
Dave Rogers: As Kyle Busch's new crew chief, he's got big shoes to fill...and a lot of pressure to deal with and
NASCAR needs to improve Talladega safety, Ryan Newman says, and he wants to be part of the process
NASCAR.com:
Edwards starting to see light at end of the tunnel and
Keselowski buttoned-down in new role with Penske by Dave Rodman;
Tiers from three on down: the championship is over by Marty Snider
NASCAR This Week:
It was apparently a media buggy leading the field and
Texas notebook #2: Martin may never try optimism again by Monte Dutton
NewsOK.com:
NASCAR Q&A: David Dollar by Scott Wright
Racin' Today:
Texas Notes: Stewart Bored? Not Really by Jeff Hood;
Newman Reflects on Crash, Tragedy and
Gordon Exploring Ownership Of Land In Texas by John Sturbin
Racing Geek:
Dickies 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
Roanoke Times:
Gordon not fan of bump-draft and
Newman wants car changes by Dustin Long
Roberts NASCAR Notes:
Texas Final Practice: Johnson Fastest, But Roush Stable on The Prowl by Micah Roberts
SceneDaily:
Just win, baby by Kenny Bruce
SPEEDtv:
Danica Mania Heats Up/Texas Notebook by Tom Jensen;
Wings Are For Planes by Jimmy Spencer
Speedway Media:
Attention NASCAR rookies: Please report to orientation by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
No surprise: JJ will win at Texas by Lars Anderson
USA Today:
Newman renews push for safety after Talladega crash by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Hamlin: We can beat Jimmie Johnson by Jay Hart;
Chad Knaus: In his own words by Jenna Fryer
posted November 6, 2009
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ESPN:
SCC Preview: Can Gordon make a move in Texas? by Mark Garrow;
Cancer in remission for TMS president by Richard Durrett;
Petty to Danica: 'This is not as easy as it looks' by David Newton;
Texas Chase Chasers and
Danica could face glass ceiling in NASCAR by Ryan McGee;
Gossage: Patrick can use celebrity by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers for Texas by Matt Willis
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Will competition finally catch up to HMS in 2010? by Jeremy Dunn
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: And that's that for the 48 by Matt Taliaferro
Augusta Chronicle:
Driver, Penske teaming up early and
Driving toward a dream and
NASCAR newsmaker: Jamie McMurray by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Izod’s Sponsorship A Major Positive Step For IRL by Jerry Bonkowski
Bump Drafts:
And In Conclusion: On ‘Dega & ‘Dinger by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Will NASCAR Answer The Wake-up Call? by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
North Wilkesboro's wild 'Rush Through the Brush' by Tom Higgins
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne still giving his all by Darren Pope
Dialed In:
“Hallo-Dega” by Claire B. Lang
Dallas Morning News:
Vickers having trouble keeping pace in Chase and
Tony Stewart: No sense of urgency by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
SPEED's Big Friday From Texas by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Dodge in for long run? and
The Spin Doctor’s view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Timing Crucial in Danica Patrick Move by Holly Cain
fanzonesports:
GM Sticks With The Impala Instead Of The Sportier Camaro and
NASCAR Spoke And Johnson Listened Extending His Points Lead To 184 by Sal Sigala Jr
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Colin Braun drives his way up the learning curve by Carlos Mendez;
Rookie Joey Logano looking forward to third start at Texas
FoxSports:
RCR will have to wait until next year by Larry McReynolds;
Danica has a likely date with Daytona by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Drivers Should Unite Again On Talladega by Kurt Smith;
Wrong Time, Wrong Place For Nationwide Series COT by Bryan Davis Keith;
Danica Needs NASCAR -- But Is It A Two-Way Street? by Amy Henderson;
Driven To The Past: Let's Go Back A Few Years ... by John Potts
Gaylord Herald Times:
NASCAR changes adversely affect racing at Talladega by Mike McCourt
Georgia Racing History:
Marty Robbins, The Singing Racer by Brandon Reed
Haddock in the Paddock:
Hornaday has more than racing on his mind in Texas
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR History Could Be Made In Arizona This Year by Rebecca Gladden
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Texas and and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Review Journal:
McMurray’s win ends my chase by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
It's the era of the same old thing by Dave Kallmann
Motorsports Talk:
On fixing the racing at Daytona and Talladega with a history lesson by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
Track Smack: Johnson poised to take his seat in racing history;
Johnson should inch closer to championship at Texas by Mark Taylor
NASCAR Examiner:
Phillies’ caps and cowboy hats by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
A Truck Series Rebound? And Rick Ren Leaving KHI? by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
Texas notebook #1: The number four means something to the top three by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Ten Gallons o' Beer in Texas For Under Fifty Bucks! by Rob Quillen
RacingOne:
A Beginning and an End by Pete Pistone
Racing Tool:
Jimmie Johnson’s Place in NASCAR History by David Dubczak
SceneDaily:
All bets paid in full by Jeff Gluck;
New ride, same style for Brad Keselowski? by Bob Pockrass
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson versus the field at Texas Motor Speedway: Cowboys and dark horses by Janelle Jalbert
Southern Pines Pilot:
Boo-ring: NASCAR's Halloween Week Race a Snoozer by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Would A New Points System Help? and
Another Upset Winner This Time? by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Jeff Gordon and Richard Childress honored as 'Celebrities Who Give Big' by Mary Jo Buchanan;
With three races to go, Martin is only tired of one thing as the series heads to Texas by Kyle Ocker
SpinDoctor500:
Camaro Didn't Fit NASCAR by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Is Danicamania stealing Johnson's thunder? by Reid Spencer;
'Anything can happen in our sport' by Brian Vickers
Sports Illustrated:
Patrick move would boost NASCAR in 2010 by Tom Bowles
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Texas style by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
People skills key to the success of Hendrick Motorsports by Nate Ryan;
NASCAR takes ABC to task for 'boring' race by Michael Hiestand
Virginian Pilot:
What makes a good race to you? by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Searching for compliments by Ricky Craven;
The Pace Lap: The Dickies 500 @ Texas Motor Speedway by Jay Busbee;
What To Watch For: Dickies 500
posted November 6, 2009
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ESPN:
SCC Preview: Can Gordon make a move in Texas? by Mark Garrow;
Cancer in remission for TMS president by Richard Durrett;
Petty to Danica: 'This is not as easy as it looks' by David Newton;
Texas Chase Chasers and
Danica could face glass ceiling in NASCAR by Ryan McGee;
Gossage: Patrick can use celebrity by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers for Texas by Matt Willis
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Will competition finally catch up to HMS in 2010? by Jeremy Dunn
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: And that's that for the 48 by Matt Taliaferro
Augusta Chronicle:
Driver, Penske teaming up early and
Driving toward a dream and
NASCAR newsmaker: Jamie McMurray by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Izod’s Sponsorship A Major Positive Step For IRL by Jerry Bonkowski
Bump Drafts:
And In Conclusion: On ‘Dega & ‘Dinger by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Will NASCAR Answer The Wake-up Call? by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
North Wilkesboro's wild 'Rush Through the Brush' by Tom Higgins
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne still giving his all by Darren Pope
Dialed In:
“Hallo-Dega” by Claire B. Lang
Dallas Morning News:
Vickers having trouble keeping pace in Chase and
Tony Stewart: No sense of urgency by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
SPEED's Big Friday From Texas by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Dodge in for long run? and
The Spin Doctor’s view from the fast lane by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Timing Crucial in Danica Patrick Move by Holly Cain
fanzonesports:
GM Sticks With The Impala Instead Of The Sportier Camaro and
NASCAR Spoke And Johnson Listened Extending His Points Lead To 184 by Sal Sigala Jr
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Colin Braun drives his way up the learning curve by Carlos Mendez;
Rookie Joey Logano looking forward to third start at Texas
FoxSports:
RCR will have to wait until next year by Larry McReynolds;
Danica has a likely date with Daytona by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Drivers Should Unite Again On Talladega by Kurt Smith;
Wrong Time, Wrong Place For Nationwide Series COT by Bryan Davis Keith;
Danica Needs NASCAR -- But Is It A Two-Way Street? by Amy Henderson;
Driven To The Past: Let's Go Back A Few Years ... by John Potts
Gaylord Herald Times:
NASCAR changes adversely affect racing at Talladega by Mike McCourt
Georgia Racing History:
Marty Robbins, The Singing Racer by Brandon Reed
Haddock in the Paddock:
Hornaday has more than racing on his mind in Texas
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR History Could Be Made In Arizona This Year by Rebecca Gladden
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Texas and and
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Review Journal:
McMurray’s win ends my chase by "Ford Man Dan" Zacharias
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
It's the era of the same old thing by Dave Kallmann
Motorsports Talk:
On fixing the racing at Daytona and Talladega with a history lesson by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
Track Smack: Johnson poised to take his seat in racing history;
Johnson should inch closer to championship at Texas by Mark Taylor
NASCAR Examiner:
Phillies’ caps and cowboy hats by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
A Truck Series Rebound? And Rick Ren Leaving KHI? by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
Texas notebook #1: The number four means something to the top three by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Ten Gallons o' Beer in Texas For Under Fifty Bucks! by Rob Quillen
RacingOne:
A Beginning and an End by Pete Pistone
Racing Tool:
Jimmie Johnson’s Place in NASCAR History by David Dubczak
SceneDaily:
All bets paid in full by Jeff Gluck;
New ride, same style for Brad Keselowski? by Bob Pockrass
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson versus the field at Texas Motor Speedway: Cowboys and dark horses by Janelle Jalbert
Southern Pines Pilot:
Boo-ring: NASCAR's Halloween Week Race a Snoozer by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Would A New Points System Help? and
Another Upset Winner This Time? by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Jeff Gordon and Richard Childress honored as 'Celebrities Who Give Big' by Mary Jo Buchanan;
With three races to go, Martin is only tired of one thing as the series heads to Texas by Kyle Ocker
SpinDoctor500:
Camaro Didn't Fit NASCAR by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Is Danicamania stealing Johnson's thunder? by Reid Spencer;
'Anything can happen in our sport' by Brian Vickers
Sports Illustrated:
Patrick move would boost NASCAR in 2010 by Tom Bowles
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase quotes, Texas style by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
People skills key to the success of Hendrick Motorsports by Nate Ryan;
NASCAR takes ABC to task for 'boring' race by Michael Hiestand
Virginian Pilot:
What makes a good race to you? by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Searching for compliments by Ricky Craven;
The Pace Lap: The Dickies 500 @ Texas Motor Speedway by Jay Busbee;
What To Watch For: Dickies 500
posted November 5, 2009
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ESPN:
A Chase with more sizzle, less fizzle by Ed Hinton;
Chat with Denny Hamlin at 3:15pm/et;
Finishing 1-2-3 would be unprecedented, too by Terry Blount;
NASCAR's return to moonshine roots and
Remembering Walter Payton, racing fan by Ryan McGee;
Chat with David Newton - Richard Petty;
POLL: Do You Like Jimmie Johnson
Alabama Live:
Talladega ain't broke, so let's stop trying to fix it by Doug Demmons
Athlon Sports:
Recycled Racers: NASCAR's Version of "Going Green" by Vito Pugliese;
News and Notes: Talladega & Texas by Matt Taliaferro
Auto Racing Daily:
Danica May be Good For NASCAR, But What About For Dale Jr.? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bump Drafts:
Fab 5 Driver Rankings: Mulligan Week by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Besides J.J.'s history run, keep an eye on Junior, five other stories by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Here Comes Danica To NASCAR TV by John Daly
Delaware News Journal:
With Talladega behind, it's hard for Johnson to lose by Mike Finney
FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: AMP Energy 500 by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca
Frontstretch:
Enter The Era Of DaniCAR: Patrick To Join JR Motorsports In 2010 by Vito Pugliese;
One Day After Talladega, NASCAR Announces Awards For "Listening To The Fans" by Jeff Meyer;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: A Trojan Horse? by Matt McLaughlin;
Fanning The Flames: Talladega's Biannual Brouhaha And Griese's Racist Remark by Matt Taliaferro;
Fantasy Insider: Three-Race Sprint To The Finish Starts At Texas by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Give Johnson the Trophy and Let's Call it a Season by Doug Demmons
Kansas City Star:
Johnson says chase for Cup title not over yet by Randy Covitz
Laidback Racing:
What's Not Being Addressed After Dega and
Fan Comments and Observations After Talladega by Mad Mikie;
Cup Corner – Texas Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel
MikeMulhern.net:
Is NASCAR losing credibility among its fans? and
Sunday's Texas 500: This one is Greg Biffle's and
Big Mo! Can NASCAR catch it?
NASCAR.com:
'77 Firecracker last time females in same Cup race by Mark Aumann;
Relationship of driver to crew chief key to winning by Joe Menzer;
Chase drivers have found success in Lone Star State by Bill Kimm
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
2010 will be a year of Danica Patrick obsession by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Newman says he’s sore, nursing chipped teeth after wild Talladega flip and
NASCAR drivers onboard for Formula One style qualifying by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Hey CWTS on SPEED Crew, We Got Your Back by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Weatherley was first Virginian to win all home-state races in one season and
Freedom doesn't often ring in NASCAR and
Feud of the Week: Marcos Ambrose vs. Ryan Newman and
Letters from the NTW snail-mail bag by Monte Dutton
NASCAR-ista:
Dear Danica, Don't Make Us Look Bad by Michelle Dawn
Peoria Journal Star:
Morgan gives then takes away in NHRA/Motorsports Notes by Jane Miller
Philadelphia Daily News:
Tips to improve NASCAR by Bill Fleischman
Phillyburbs:
NASCAR Hall of Fame voting was a tough call by Ernie Saxton
Race Journal Online:
McMurray Not So Angry; Mayfield Not So Broke by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Gun Slinger Needs a Good Nickname - Fantasy Insight- Texas 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Sorry, Talladega Was A Hoot by Jonathan Ingram;
Soft-Spoken Jimmie Has Lots To Say by Rick Minter
RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Texas by Jeff Wackerlin
Racing Geek:
Unrestricted Change Needed by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
2009 not a great year for sports fans who root for the underdog by Richard Allen
RubbingsRacing:
NASCAR: Rules, Regulations and Meddling....Oh My! by Christopher Smith
San Diego Tribune:
Johnson nears fourth title on cruise control by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Changing your clock means time to change the batteries by Carolyn Brewster;
JR Motorsports continues work on bringing Danica Patrick to NASCAR by Mike Hembree;
Talladega tempest marches on and on by Kenny Bruce;
Title battle one to remember – under old system by Kris Johnson;
7 reasons to watch the Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway: No. 3 - Jimmie Johnson by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
Next Year Already In Works by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Talladega by Jeffrey Boswell;
Carl Edwards and Brad Keselowski Texas Two Stepping Behind Kyle Busch by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Championship Chase Watch: Luck smiles on the #48 team at Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor
Sports Illustrated:
Jimmie Johnson: He grew up in a trailer park and he's bearing down on a record fourth consecutive Cup championship. So why do people think he's so vanilla? by Joe Posnanski
Spotter Stand:
Through The Lens: A Final Look Back At Talladega by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Spin:
Mutual Respect: NASCAR's #1 Problem Today by Hopper
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR TV Talker - Words of speed, Part 4 by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Team Notes: NASCAR heads for second turn in Fort Worth
Vegas Insider
Texas Preview by Micah Roberts
Yahoo Sports:
Danica and Dale Earnhardt Jr.: Together at last? by Jay Busbee;
NASCAR Power Rankings
York Dispatch:
Danica & Junior: A marriage made in marketing heaven by Ellen Siska
posted November 4, 2009
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ESPN:
Fans love to hate on Jimmie Johnson by David Newton;
Points, wins drive Jimmie Johnson by Richard Durrett
Around The Track Online:
Do-Re-Mi-Fa-So-La-Ti-Do! The Fat Lady is Warming Up by Steve Post
Autoextremist:
All aboard The Oblivion Express by Peter M. De Lorenzo
Auto Racing Daily:
A Gut Feeling Something’s up With Danica Patrick by Jerry Bonkowski
AutoWeek:
Sprint Cup drivers turn out in force for tire test at Daytona by Steven Cole Smith
All Left Turns:
5 fan fixes for Talladega and why they won’t work by Patrick Reynolds
Bleacher Report:
Ryan Newman and Jimmie Johnson: As the Wheel Turns by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
A Sunday On The Couch- 30 Years Apart by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
Feud: Safety at Daytona, Talladega worth questioning by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Flipping out at Talladega by Marsha Hoffman
Dallas Morning News:
Hornaday could coast to Trucks championship but vows he won't by Anthony Andro
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Drivers, Lawyers, Money, Contracts & Such and
Full class on hand for test at DIS by Godwin Jelly
Dialed-In:
Talladega race issues by Claire B. Lang
FoxSports:
McMurray's win comes just in time by Jeff Owens;
Anything can happen ... except the #48 failing and
Keselowski's aggressive style will temper over time by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... NASCAR's Burning To The Ground, And Why The Truck Series Stays Sound by Tom Bowles;
Talladega Troubles Self-Imposed By NASCAR by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Things Fans Decided To Do After 20 Laps At Talladega by Jeff Meyer;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Talladega compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Where Do We Go From Here?, Judging Allmendinger, And Closing Memphis
Insider Racing News:
Yawnadega Leaves Fans Wanting More by Chuck Abrams
Laidback Racing:
It Was Sad and Amusing at the Same Time by Jo Ann Hlavac
Mad Mike Mike Henle:
2009 SCORE BAJA 1000 Particioants to give back to the people of Baja by Mike Henle
Midwest Racing Archives:
1983 - The American Outlaw Stock Car Organization by Lee Ackerman
Mikemulhern.net:
Daytona 500 testing: 17 drivers putting Goodyear's stuff to the grindstone for next year's NASCAR season opener
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Historic failure by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Like an unwelcome journey into NASCAR's difficult past by David Caraviello;
Busch to share experience with new teammate and
Title hopes run high for Burton/Berrier pairing by Dave Rodman;
Head2Head: Does 'Dega belong in the Chase?
NASCAR Examiner:
Busch: We need to go faster at Talladega by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
The Unboring Side of Talladega by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Robby Gordon is an independent guy by Monte Dutton
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #48 by T.C.
On Pit Road:
A Tale of Two Race Teams: Bass Pro Shops’ Dilemma by Chris Leone
Race Journal Online:
Revisiting Dale Earnhardt Jr's First Victory Lane by Carol Einarsson
Racin' Today:
The Mainstream Is Stagnant and
McMurray, Roush Gel Just In Time To Say Good-Bye by Jim Pedley
RacingOne:
Awestruck at Hendrick by Alli Owens
Racing for the Win:
Dickies 500 Preview, Talladega in review by Steve McDermott
RacingWithRich:
NASCAR Insiders are completely out of touch with reality by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Rubbings Racing:
Talladega: Why Did Fans Think The Race Was Boring? and
Circuit Breaks: Texas by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
Tale of two Talladegas by Mike Hembree;
Todd Bodine shooting for season sweep in the Lone Star State by Krista Voda
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Kevin Harvick saved NASCAR racing from disaster by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Hendrick Wants Earnhardt’s Problems Fixed by Tom Jensen;
Back To Daytona by Bob Dillner
SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising: Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor;
The great Talladega train robbery by Larry VanZandt;
North Wilkesboro a dream come true for race fans by Clayton Caldwell;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Talladega Edition by Dave Grayson
Sporting News:
Somehow, Some Way, Trouble Evades Jimmie by Jim Pedley;
Just Let The Drivers Do What They Do Best by Bass Masters
Sports Illustrated:
While 2009 Silly Season was tame, don't expect repeat in 2010 by Tim Tuttle
Toronto Sun:
Chasing a little drama by Dean McNulty
Weekender:
Pitpass: A change for Dale Jr. by Timothy J. Raub
USA Today:
After Talladega plan pans out, Biffle gets boots on for Texas by Greg Biffle
posted November 3, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Who is Robert Richardson? and
2009 Power Rankings: Texas Motor Speedway by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers after Talladega by Matt Willis;
Talladega and Chase need fixing ... fast by Terry Blount;
NASCAR better be worried about drivers' power by Ed Hinton;
At Talladega Superspeedway, every driver is a contender by David Newton
Alabama Live:
Don't call it the COT. Just call it the "new car" and
NASCAR says not every race can be a "barnburner" by Doug Demmons
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Worst case scenario for NASCAR at Talladega and
Talladega win gives McMurray edge over fellow free agents by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
No-bump zones at Talladega stir more controversy, protests by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily
How do You Stop Jimmie Johnson? Answer: You Just Can't by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Alabama is Junior Nation by Steve Wingate;
Updated championship probability standings by Dale Watermill
Bump Drafts:
What Should Be Done About Talladega? by Jim McCoy
Business of NASCAR:
Should NASCAR Take the Show on the Road Internationally? by WV
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 11-4 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Status quo the real winner after Talladega by Brian De Los Santos
Detroit News:
Keselowski will drive Penske's Dodge and Jr's Chevy too by Doug Guthrie
Ford Racing:
Mustang makes NASCAR on--track debut
FanHouse:
Different Day, Same Talladega by Holly Cain
Final Lap:
Drivers like new Nationwide Series car
FoxSports:
I think I'll have my own town hall meeting by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
Who's Hot/Who's Not in Sprint Cup: Chase Race #7 by Doug Turnbull;
Talking NASCAR TV: Slight Problems Affect Telecasts; Rules Hurt More by Phil Allaway;
Beyond the Cockpit: Michael Annett on Goals, Achievements, and the Stanley Cup by Amy Henderson;
Running Their Mouth: AMP Energy 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Reasons To Keep Watching NASCAR in 2009 (No, Really, There Are...I Think) by Danny Peters
Insider Racing News:
Is it Time to Abandon Talladega and Daytona? by Allen Madding
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie
Lexington Dispatch:
'09 season winds down by Ben White
Marcy Scott: [AMS PR person]
Chemo, Check. Mastectomy, Next.
Michigan Live:
Talladega goes from exciting to unwatchable thanks to NASCAR's bump drafting rule by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
Talladega: NASCAR needs to do something. But will it....and what should it do?
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
What do you want? by Dave Kallmann
Motorsports Talk:
On media buzzwords, aggressive driving zones, keeping cars on the ground, and Martin's first flip by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
JJ's insurmountable lead should be embraced by all by Duane Cross
NASCAR Analyst:
Dickies 500 2009 Preview by Bruce Cameron
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
If EGR switches to Toyota, just call it Ganassi Racing by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Blame NASCAR? Blame Talladega? No, it's called auto racing by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
The Nationwide COT…Looks Pretty Cool by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
Talladega sword has two edges and
Burning issues: 11-3-09 by Monte Dutton
NASCAR-ista:
Newman's Wreck Is NASCAR's Catch 22 by Michelle Dawn
On Pit Row:
Who Killed Talladega? by Charlie Turner
Orlando Sentinel:
Another magical Jimmie Johnson run gives 48 team 184-point lead by Tania Ganguli;
What headline? It was 'Dega by Karen Pistone
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Talladega Travesty! by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Destined to Repeat a Memorial to a Fallen Star - Making the Grade- Dega 2 by Dennis Michelsen
RaceDriven:
Martinsville vs. Talladega: NASCAR style by Brian Vermette
Racin' Today:
Don’t Tamper With Talladega by Larry Woody;
Nationwide’s Future Tests Talladega by Jeff Hood
Racin' with Russ:
McMurray Wins Wild Ending at Dega by Russell Schmidt
RacingOne:
Safety First - Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell;
Texas Two Step for Harvick and
Johnson Comes Up Big at Talladega by Pete Pistone
Racin; with Russ:
McMurray Wins Wild Ending at Dega by Russell Schmidt
Roanoke Times:
No fun zone? Is restrictor-plate racing turning NASCAR into a bore? by Dustin Long
Rowdy:
No Rules, Just Right by Bass Masters
SceneDaily:
Runaway title races don't warrant knee-jerk reaction by Lee Montgomery;
7 reasons to watch the Dickies 500 at Texas Motor Speedway: No. 2 - Carl Edwards by Art Weinstein
Sirius Speedway:
Stop Yelling And Start Talking by Dave Moody
SPEEDtv:
JGR’s Logano Showing Solid Progress by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Talladega tinkering almost delivered F-1 boredom by Ron Thornton;
The shameful story of Talladega by Ron Fleshman;
Jimmie Johnson maintains points lead by playing it safe at Talladega by Angela Campbell
Sports Illustrated:
McMurray gets much-needed win, but Johnson widens Chase lead by Lars Anderson
Sports Network:
NASCAR shoots itself in the foot at Talladega again by Chris Symeon
Sporting News:
Sorry, Junior Nation, The Problem With The 88 Is The Driver by Buzz Cutler;
NASCAR Takes Broadcasters To Task, Answers Criticism by Kathy Sheldon
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jeremy Mayfield Selling Off $5 Million Of Property by Lou Modestino
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR Chase math: 3 races, 4 contenders really by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Potential NASCAR free agents dicing for open seats in 2010 by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Dissing on ‘Dega and
Keselowski in the #12 by Jay Hart;
Drivers tee off on the boring Talladega parade rules by Jay Busbee
posted November 2, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Johnson's finish as good as a win by Ed Hinton;
Working the garage yields fun results and
No-bump rule frustrates fans, drivers and
Attorney: Mayfield owes him 'a lot' by David Newton
Alabama Live:
A bittersweet victory for Jamie McMurray by Doug Demmons;
Talladega notebook: Sprint Cub leader admits strategy 'backfired' and
Chase for the Sprint Cup: What happened today in Talladega and
Friendship put on hold for now by Mark Inabinett
All Left Turns:
NASCAR stole the show by Jay W. Pennell
Athlon Sports:
Typical Talladega: Melees, Mayhem and ... McMurray? by Amanda Brahler
Augusta Chronicle:
McMurray ends drought by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Allmendinger Did Wrong, But Should he be Vilified, as Well? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
David Poole's Words Ring True When It Comes To Talladega by Mary Jo Buchanan;
The Lugnut Report: Joey Logano Gets RAW, Survives Talladega by Jen Preston;
Winners and Losers: Amp Energy 500 and
The Lugnut Report: Brian Vickers Survives Talladega To Finish 13th by Patti Rodisch
Bump Drafts:
It’s A Joke, But No One’s Laughing by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
NASCAR fiddles with 'Dega, but bump-drafting ban isn't the answer by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Engineering – and dodging – disaster again at 'Dega by Scott Fowler
CupScene:
A Nice Parting Gift and
Talladega, 'Nuff Said and
Newman Lands Wheels Up and
His luck runneth over by Sarah Farlee
Dallas Morning News:
Chase for the Cup comes to TMS almost wrapped up by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Talladega On ABC by John Daly
Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
Mark Martin is successfully delaying his retirement party by Ray Buck;
Newman says rules making NASCAR boring by Anthony Andro
FoxSports:
Another Groundhog Day at Talladega by Darrell Waltrip;
Talladega afterthoughts: McMurray's pitch and
Talladega proves rules don't lead to safety by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Talladega The Last Straw: The Madness Must End by Bryan Davis Keith;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Tallladega Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points to Ponder: Chase Race #7 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
TRG Motorsports Looking to Finish 2009 Strong by Mike Ravesi;
Logano Has Great Finish, Keselowski Has Controversial Finish While Speed Can't Finish at Talladega by Tony Lumbis
Hampton Roads:
NASCAR faces a dilemma with Talladega; what must officials do? by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Out Of Work McMurray Wins Talladega by Ron Felix;
Earnhardt Looks Ahead to Next Season... Again by Matthew Pizzolato;
Talladega Superspeedway Notebook ~ Sunday by Connie Felix
MikeMulhern.net:
It was been a long dry summer, but finally car owner Jack Roush can see some rainbows and
That brand new Roush-Yates NASCAR engine does just fine in its long-awaited debut... and
Winner Jamie McMurray! And what does he have lined up for 2010? and
Wow! What a day? Two hours of boredom, that drivers conceded was embarrassing, then two wild crashes...and Jamie McMurray wins and
Jamie McMurray wins, Ryan Newman and Mark Martin brave wild, flipping crashes, and Jimmie Johnson is Teflon again and
Ryan Newman angry at NASCAR after another flipping Talladega crash
Motor Sports Weekly News:
Ho-Hum Talladega To McMurray by Drew Hierwarter
NASCAR.com:
The fix is in, except when it comes to the real problems by Joe Menzer;
Talladega win nice way for McMurray to depart RFR and
Johnson rides in the back, gets fuel, increases lead and
Newman flips, then fumes over NASCAR's restrictions by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
The new Talladega: Dangerous, boring, ridiculous by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner
For those who hate NASCAR's COT: Time to shut-up and
Drivers say 'Take that NASCAR' at Talladega by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
NASCAR Steps In It Again by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
They race and wreck but somehow it's the fans' fault and
McMurray wins unnatural disaster and
Amp Energy 500 race notes: Early on, no-bump drafting meant no racing by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Despite no bump-drafting rule, NASCAR doesn't avoid violent wrecks by Tania Ganguli
Race Journal Online:
No Bumping in the Turns at My House Either by Rob Quillen
Race Talk Radio:
David Poole was Right about Talladega by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Suggested Fixes Abound by Mike Harris;
Flips A Result of NASCAR Slips? by Jonathan Ingram
McMurray Wins, Medicine Man Tanks At Talladega by Rick Minter
RacingOne:
Hot Laps by Pete Pistone
Racing Tool:
The Atrocity that was Talladega, and the Last Great Danger in Stock Cars by David Dubczak
RacingWithRich:
Talladega race may have been an all time low point for NASCAR by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Call for change and
NASCAR Notebook: Strategy pays off for Johnson by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
NASCAR needed to change rules, but Talladega race shows more needed by Bob Pockrass
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Top ten finish for Jimmie Johnson: A product of luck over skill by Janelle Jalbert
Speedway Media:
AMP Energy 500 - Lap by Lap by Mike Finnegan;
McMurray wins the Amp Energy 500 at Talladega Superspeedway by Larry Taylor;
Busch wins NCWTS race at Talladega by Barry Albert;
Chrissy Wallace Finishes Solo In Dad and Daughter Historic Run at Talladega by Mary Jo Buchanan
SPEEDtv:
The Good, The Bad, The Ugly and
Johnson A Lock For Fourth Straight and
McMurray An Unlikely Winner At Talladega and
Newman Goes For Wild Ride and
Drivers Shrug It Off by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Talladega still a house of horrors by Bruce Martin
Spotter Stand:
If You Don't Want To Race At Talladega, Stay Home by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Deganacious (aka The Big One) by Racing Maniac
Stock Car Science:
The Science Says Talladega Needs More than Minor Rules Changes by Diandra Leslie-Pelecky
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: NASCAR neutered Talladega by Jenna Fryer;
Another Talladega, another scary wreck-filled race by Jay Busbee
posted November 1, 2009
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ESPN.com
Helton on bump-drafting: Don't do it and
Junior keeping McGrew, but lacking excitement and
Aggressive drivers face stiffer scrutiny by David Newton
Alabama Live:
Qualifying doesn't mater much at Talladega, but starting up front has idvantages by Doug Demmons
Augusta Chronicle:
New engine gives Ford added hope by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Talladega Speedway Tries To Tame The Demons That "Haunt" The Track by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Be You Fan or Foe: Are You Riding With Dale Earnhardt Jr. in Talladega? by Kara Martin
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Amp Energy 500 by Jim McCoy
Chicago Tribune:
Sunday's race will be a 'wild card' by Kurt Busch
Daly Planet:
Four Hours Of Talladega Pre-Race TV Worthwhile? by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Don't expect JJ's collapse, but it could happen by Godwin Kelly
Detroit Free Press:
Talladega's pack racing creates risky situation by Mike Brudenell
Fanzonesports:
Dale Earnhardt Jr Is Back At The House That He And His Dad Built by Sal Sigala Jr
Ft. Worth Star Telegram:
Jeff Gordon not letting pressure for another title change his approach for today’s race by Anthony Andro
FoxSports:
The Hot Pass: NASCAR keeping eye on draft by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Drinking and Driving, a Bad Deal For Anyone and Kim Roberson
Talladega Superspeedway Notebook ~ Saturday by Connie Felix
MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR lays down the law.....but how will these new rules really be enforced in Sunday's Talladega 500? and
First, it was the bump-draft; now it's a push-draft. So how will NASCAR call Sunday's Talladega 500? and
So crew chief Steve Addington helps Kyle Busch score 12 tour wins...and then abruptly gets dumped by the Gibbs? Bizarre and
Yet another group takes a shot at reviving North Wilkesboro Speedway
NASCAR.com:
One driver can fix NASCAR's doldrums by David Caraviello;
NASCAR to keep close eye on blocking at Talladega by Mark Aumann
NASCAR This Week:
So, uh, maybe, like, well, the wrecks are exciting and
Pre-race rail by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Johnson isn't relaxing at unpredictable Talladega by Tania Ganguli;
NASCAR tales of Talladega terror exist beyond the realm of the obvious by Steve Cole Smith
Racin' Today:
Race Day: Things Will Go Bump In The Day and
Talladega Notes: Bumping Bumped by Jim Pedley
RacingOne:
Teammates Not Important to Gordon by Pete Pistone
Roanoke Times:
Racing set to return to N.C. track and
'Big one' a constant at Talladega by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
In search of the ‘real’ story at Hendrick Motorsports by Art Weinstein;
Remembering Ron Bouchard and the 1981 Talladega 500 by Steve Waid;
Talladega likely Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s last shot to win in 2009 by Jeff Gluck
SPEEDtv:
Sadler Back In A Familiar Place by Tom Jensen
Tennessee Racer:
Memphis Motorsports Park may have a suitor by Richard Allen
Washington Post:
NASCAR keeps 'back to the basics' pledge by Liz Clarke
