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ESPN.com:
My NASCAR highlights of the '00s by Ryan McGee;
Driver of the Decade: Can Johnson make it five in a row? and
Driver of the Decade: Kristensen the king of Le Mans by Tom McKean
About.com NASCAR Racing:
A One Race Chase? by Steve McCormick
All Left Turns:
DJ Richardson's legacy: Do more for 'weekend warriors' by Jay W. Pennell
Augusta Chronicle:
NASCAR Newsmaker: Brian France;
Season opener format altered and
Top stories of the decade by Don Coble
Bump Drafts:
They Call Him “The King,” Part V: The Boycotts by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Bud Shootout Revises Criteria by Biggy Bigelow
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 1-30 by Bruce Knoll, Jr
CBS Sports:
Smoke clears owner-driver test as Stewart-Haas proves potent pairing by Pete Pistone
Collingwood Enterprise Bulletin:
New beginnings for Dodge by Dean McNulty
Elmira Star Gazette:
Geoff Bodine's tribute to Flyin' Bryan: 'Great driver ... clean driver' by Ron Levanduski
FanHouse:
Top 10 Stories in Motorsports for 2009 by Holly Cain
Georgia Racing History:
Gresham Rebirth Top Georgia Historic Moment Of '09 by Brandon Reed
Inland Valley Daily Bulletin:
Selection of Driver of the Year not easy
Insider Racing News:
Five Things That Ought to Happen in 2010 But Probably Won’t by Doug Demmons;
Shootout Eligibility Rules Change: Who Benefits? by Chuck Abrams
Michigan Live:
Dale Earnhardt's death, creation of The Chase among auto racings top stories by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
The top-10 NASCAR storylines of 2009: Here are ours....and what are your's?
NASCAR.com:
Drivers of the Decade: Three stand above all
NASCAR Beyond the Track:
The legacy of the 2000s … improved driver safety in NASCAR by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
May 2010 bring you (and me) ... fun and
Rockingham race is a blast from the past and
For auld lang syne, the Rock! by Monte Dutton
Nashville City Paper:
That's Racing: Heed Tiger’s travails by Larry Woody
Orlando Sentinel:
NASCAR and IndyCar pros mix with karting Joes at Daytona International Speedway by Steven Cole Smith
Race Journal Online:
Leather Jackets and Lipstick: My Thoughts About Danica by Rob Quillen
Racin' Today:
Story Of Decade Is Not Open To Debate by Jim Pedley
Racing Geek:
Johnson's No. 1; The Rest of the Top-10, Not So Easy by Jordan Bianchi
Resolution Management & Marketing:
Private Aviation: Vital to Racing & Our Economy by Eric Giangiordano
RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Truex, Chase or Bust? by Dave Thompson;
New Year Resolutions for NASCAR in 2010 by Toby Christie
San Diego Union Tribune:
It was a checkered season on, off racetracks by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Dale Earnhardt Jr. a daring pick to make Chase in 2010 by Art Weinstein;
Decade in Review: NASCAR's Top 10 stories 2000-2009;
Nationwide veteran Kenny Wallace faces uncertainty as team searches for sponsor by Lee Montgomery;
Will Junior or Danica draw bigger spotlight? and
Top Cup drivers look to end winless drought in 2010 and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 2 - Mark Martin by Rea White
SPEEDtv:
Loss Of Earnhardt Stirs Memories by Tom Jensen;
Year In Review by Steve Byrnes;
Highs And Lows by Jimmy Spencer
Speedway Media:
Top Ten Busts of the Decade by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
Stewart Provides Lesson in Media Relations by Jim Pedley;
Off the track … with Casey Mears
Sports Illustrated:
Jimmie Johnson tops SI.com's biggest auto racing stories of 2009 by Bruce Martin
Spotter Stand:
Dropping The Lugnut On 2009 by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Spin:
10 Bold Predictions for the 2010s by Ben Montedonico
Toronto Star:
St. Catharines teen Ellis wins racing scholarship by Norris McDonald
York Dispatch:
2009 was tough year for NASCAR by Ellen Siska
ESPN.com:
New twist, old friends in 2010 Shootout by Terry Blount;
Driver of the Decade: Hornish a three-time champ in IndyCar by Tom McKean
Alabama Live:
Alabama Gang legend Red Farmer hospitalized and
NASCAR's 10 Biggest Busts of 2009 by Doug Demmons
Around the Track Online:
History Around The Track: 1956 – Glenn “Fireball” Roberts Wins on Titusville (Fla.) Airport Road Course
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Top ten finishes of the decade, part I and
Top ten finishes of the decade, part II and
Top ten confrontations of the decade, part 1 and
Top ten confrontations of the decade, part 2 by Jeremy Dunn
All Left Turns:
What is the Watermill Score? by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
The Drive For Five: Jimmie Johnson Has The Advantage on Jeff Gordon by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
I Hated Crash Repairs As A NASCAR Mechanic by Patrick Reynolds
Fanzonesports:
To The Families Of Sharon L. Hutchens and Donald "DJ" Richardson.... by Sal Sigala Jr.
Fayetteville Observer:
Region racing starts Friday by Thomas Pope
Florida Today:
Changes set for Bud Shootout by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
NASCAR drivers on the hot seat by Jeff Owens
Huffington Post:
Our Top Ten motorsports stories of 2009 by Steve Parker
Middle Tennessee Racing Scene:
Black Flag: Get the Cup teams out of Nationwide by Paul Jensen
NASCAR.com:
Top stories of the decade closely defined by Dale by David Caraviello;
Another year-ender: Best and worst from e-mailers by Joe Menzer;
A New Year's resolution can lead to better car care
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #55 by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Around the Garage and
How and why the times have changed by Monte Dutton
RacingOne:
2009 Top Stories: NASCAR;
Driver's Diary: Holiday Times by Alli Owens
RacinToday:
[Earl] Sadler Leaves Big ‘Family’ Larry Woody;
Here Are 10 To Remember from '09 by John Sturbin
SceneDaily:
Decade in Review: Drivers of the decade in NASCAR 2000-2009;
Decade in Review: Most emotional victories in NASCAR 2000-2009;
Decade in Review: Drivers of the next decade;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 3 - Jeff Gordon by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
Gordon Scored Most Points In Decade by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Bud Shootout changes? by Dave Grayson
Sporting News:
Three-wide with Montoya, Newman and Edwards by Reid Spencer;
It's Time To Bring Back Preseason Testing by Jim Pedley
ESPN:
Driver of the Decade: Bourdais dominated in Champ Car by Tom McKean
Arkansas Democrat Gazette:
Sportsman of the Year: Faster times at 50 [Mark Martin] by Steve Rogers
AroundTheTrackOnline:
Ready To ROCK! – The Countdown Is On To The Polar Bear 150 at Rockingham and
History Around The Track: December 29, 1964 – Richard Petty Wins in Savannah, Georgia
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Top five most significant moments of the decade and
Top five finishes of 2009 by Jeremy Dunn
Bump Drafts:
They Call Him "The King," Part IV: Seven Fine Seasons by Jim McCoy
CarsAndRacingStuff:
Random Lugnuts: NASCAR Isn't Broken by Bill Crittenden
CBS Sports:
Stability may lead to prosperity for new-look Penske by Pete Pistone
Daytona Beach News Journal:
DIS on track with dirt by Godwin Kelly
Insider Racing News:
Racer Profile: Jim Smith by Allen Madding
Lexington Dispatch:
Stewart vacations Down Under by Ben White
NASCAR This Week:
Burning issues: 12-29-09 by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Christmas Gifts, NASCAR-Style! by Carol Einarsson
Racin' Today:
Trips To Tracks Produce Loads Of Winners by Rick Minter;
Jimmie Wins Award, Debate by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Snowballs Part 2 (Notes) by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Potential NASCAR stories for 2010: Jimmie Johnson takes fifth consecutive title by Richard Allen
RacinwithRuss:
Who’s Where for Sprint Cup 2010 (Part 4) by Russell Schmidt
RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Harvick... "Happy" in 2010? by Dave Thompson
SceneDaily:
Danica Patrick already facing growing pains in move to NASCAR by Kris Johnson;
Jimmie Johnson's streak of consecutive titles will end at four by Jared Turner;
Overspending not an option for Nationwide Series owner Jay Robinson by Lee Montgomery;
10 items of interest for 2010 by Steve Waid;
Real news surfaces during normally quiet offseason by Art Weinstein;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 4 - Kurt Busch and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 5 - Denny Hamlin by David Exum
SPEEDtv:
Martin Most Compelling Story Of 2009 and
The Trouble With Fixing Problems by Tom Jensen;
Throwback by Ralph Sheheen
Speedway Media:
The Future of NASCAR: Spotlight on Ryan Truex by Angela Campbell
Sporting News:
Joey Logano's Rookie Cup Season Was Successful But Disappointing by Jim Pedley
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
PRI trade show: It's not the economy, speedy (Part 3) by Dwight Drum
Wilkes Journal Patriot:
Racing, music and a movie by Will Sparklin
Yahoo Sports:
NASCAR in ’09: Johnson, Danica steal the show by Jay Hart;
Taillights fade: A look back at Richard Childress Racing's 2009 by Jay Busbee
About.com NASCAR Racing:
Top NASCAR Stories of the Decade by Steve McCormick
Autoweek:
ARCA test shows that more girls want to join the good old boys by Steven Cole Smith
Bleacher Report:
Danica Patrick: Top 5 Questions NASCAR Fans Need Answers For by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
They Call Him “The King,” Part III- The Greatest Rivalry by Jim McCoy
Daly Planet:
Fox vs. Time Warner Cable Dispute Spills Onto SPEED by John Daly
EveryJoe:
Challenge Jimmy in 2010? by Warren Hayashi
FanHouse:
FanHouse 2009 Cup Rewind: Kyle Busch, 13th by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
2009 in review: Sprint Cup Series
Insider Racing News:
Will Jeff Gordon Win Another Championship? by Matthew Pizzolato
Knoxville News Sentinel:
14-year-old Sevier teen one of the top rookie stock car drivers by Morgan Simmons
Motor Sports Weekly News:
NASCAR Expands the Field for the Bud Shootout by Drew Hierwarter
NASCAR.com:
Top performances, races highlight '09 Cup season
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Being a team owner should mature Kyle Busch by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insider:
Does Anybody Else Miss The Old Bud Shootout? by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the week: Kurt Busch vs. Kyle Busch by Monte Dutton
On Pit Row:
NASCAR History: Car Number 49 by James Jones
RacingWithRich:
Potential NASCAR stories for 2010: Brian France vs. Jeremy Mayfield by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Decade in Review: Biggest busts in NASCAR 2000-2009;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 6 - Tony Stewart by Lee Montgomery
SPEEDtv:
Who Will Break On Through In 2010? and
Johnson The Decade’s Big Winner by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Legal: Top Five Court Cases in 2009 by Mary Jo Buchanan
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jimmie Johnson and 48 Team Elevated to “Dynasty” Level by Lou Modestino
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Bumper Gate
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR TV Talkers: Speed words (Part4) by Dwight Drum
Virginian Pilot:
What was your most memorable NASCAR moment of 2009? by Dustin Long
Bump Drafts:
They Call Him “The King,” Part II- Family Business by Jim McCoy
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Johnson, Mayfield steal spotlight and
Kart racing returns to local racetracks by Godwin Kelly
Greensboro News and Observer:
New highway could threaten old speedway by Jesse James DeConto
Insider Racing News:
Robby Gordon Prepares For Fifth Dakar Rally by Kim Roberson
Michigan Live:
Remote control racing more than a hobby; sponsorships, prize money attainable for enthusiasts by Steve Kaminski
NASCAR.com:
Thinking outside the box on changes to the Chase by Rick Houston
NASCAR This Week:
They're not all ... stars and
Fan tips by Monte Dutton
New York Times:
A Year Ruled by Familiar Champions but Upstaged by Personal Scandal by Dave Anderson
Orangeburg Times Democrat:
Man lets fascination with fast cars carry him away by Thomas Langford
Racin' Today:
Time Machine: The Yates Head Bows Out – Finally by Jonathan Ingram;
The Woods of Virginia – Part 3: Glen Grabs The Wheel by Rick Minter
SceneDaily:
Which driver’s personality was I most wrong about? by Jeff Gluck;
Possible New Year's resolutions for NASCAR by Jeff Owens;
Decade in Review: Top-10 Deals of the Decade 2000-2009;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 6 - Tony Stewart by Lee Montgomery ;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 7 - Greg Biffle by Jared Turner
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Offseason Events Gets Fans In Gear for 2010 by Patti Rodisch;
From Baby Faces To Baby Daddies: NASCAR Fatherhood Club To Grow In 2010 by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
My NASCAR Christmas Gift List and
They Call Him “The King”: Part I by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Thank You Short Track Owners by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
No doubt who's Top 3: Johnson, Martin, Mayfield by Jim Utter
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: Marcos Ambrose by Josh Lobdell
Florida Today:
Drivers were in tune -- and out -- in '09 by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
NASCAR community slows down to help kids by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
We Three Kings of Hendricks Motorsports by Brenda Benedict;
Johnson's "Athlete of the Year" Award Revives Age-Old Argument by Rebecca Gladden
NASCAR.com:
Johnson silences critics with historic championship by David Caraviello;
Runner-up Martin proves age only a number in 2009 by Joe Menzer;
For the Cup Series' elite, holiday wishes ring true by Duane Cross;
Craven win at Darlington in '03 top Cup race of decade
NASCAR Insiders:
Your NASCAR Christmas Wish by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
The Twelfth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Twelve Legends Running by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR Trivia: Star Quiz and
Body of work and
Don't forget Harry Gant by Monte Dutton
On Pit Row:
2009 OPer Awards: Best Media Personality by Charlie Turner
Racing Geek:
Passing Out the Presents on Christmas Day by Jordan Bianchi
Racin' Today:
Asterisks For Jimmie? That’s Asinine by Larry Woody;
The Woods of Virginia – Part 3: Glen Grabs Wheel by Rick Minter;
These Holiday Wishes Smell Like Gasoline by Jeff Hood;
Duno Following Heart, Not Danica by Jim Pedley
SceneDaily:
A final look back at the 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series season by Kenny Bruce;
Your questions, answered by Jeff Gluck;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 7 - Greg Biffle by Jared Turner;
Decade in Review: NASCAR's best confrontations 2000-2009
Southern Pine Pilot:
Forget the Sport: Johnson Deserving of AP's Top Athlete Award by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Winning Races Wins Championships and
Santa’s NASCAR Christmas List by Tom Jensen
Yahoo Sports:
Merry Christmas and happy holidays from The Marbles! by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
If only wishes would come true by Terry Blount;
Let the debate end? It should, but it won't by David Newton
All Left Turns:
Christmas gifts for NASCAR drivers by Michelle Dawn;
Danica Patrick is all hype by Jay W. Pennell
Augusta Chronicle:
Patrick, diverse drivers testing and
NASCAR Newsmaker: Danica Patrick by Don Coble
AutoBlog:
Book Review: Legendary Race Cars by Basem Wasef [w/VIDEO] by Jonny Lieberman
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Nationwide Series: Meet Road America by Mary Jo Buchanan;
NASCAR Gets It Right With Budweiser Shootout Changes: It's About Winners by Kelly Crandall;
Jimmie Johnson Not Athlete of the Year Material: Top 5 Drivers Who Are by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
You Tell Me: Your Favorite NASCAR Season by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
After Smoke cleared, JGR became ever-present danger by Pete Pistone
Element of Speed:
Fast Girls, Fast Cars by Summer Dreyer
Fanzonesports:
Rick Crawford Enjoys Record Setting 2009 Season Becoming Mr. 300 by Sal Sigala Jr.
Georgia Racing History:
Senoia Raceway Getting Back To It's Roots by Rick Minter
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR Could Use a Jolly Old Elf Tonight by Doug Demmons
MikeMulhern.net:
A new season: Hey, let's change the rules for the Daytona Shootout, why not?
NASCAR.com:
Gordon happy for HMS, but not with the finishing order by Mark Aumann;
This year, nothing eclipses what Johnson achieved by David Caraviello
NASCAR-ista:
The Eleventh NASCAR Day of Christmas: Eleven Racers Tweeting and
Merry Christmas From NASCAR'S "Straight No Chasers" by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Around the garage: Addington moves from one brother to the other and
Stremme is on the hunt for a job by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
The Bud Shootout Tailored for Kyle Busch by Carol Einarsson
Racin' Today:
Drivers Not Athletes? Guess Again by Mike Harris;
Memo: Jimmie Was Best Driver In Best Series by Jim Pedley
Scene Daily:
Could Kelley Earnhardt have been Danica Patrick? and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 8 - Juan Pablo Montoya by Lee Montgomery
Speedway Media:
Are NASCAR Drivers Athletes? You Tell Me by Clayton Caldwell;
Hoorahs and Wazzups: Patrick, Johnson and more! by Dave Grayson
Sporting News:
The 2004 Season-Ending Ford 400 Was The Race Of The Decade by Matt Crossman
Spotter Stand:
The NASCAR Holiday Wish List by Patrick Baldwin
Virginian Pilot:
Merry Christmas Dale Jr. NASCAR changed the rules and you're in Bud Shootout by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Turning the final lap by Ricky Craven;
Best races of 2009: Carl Edwards tours the Talladega fence by Jay Busbee
York Dispatch:
Looking at faith in 'NASCAR family' by Ellen Siska
ESPN.com:
Jimmie's love in Key West, top races and Santa by Ryan McGee;
Bet on Kentucky Cup race in 2011 by Terry Blount;
Eury happy getting Danica ready by David Newton;
Jayski Podcast: Mark Garrow discusses Danica Patrick's decision to race on the Nationwide tour and shares the rest of the day's top news
Anderson Herald Bulletin:
Women test well for ARCA by Ken de la Bastide
Bleacher Report:
Rookies? Who Needs Rookies? The Sprint Cup Series Doesn't In 2010 by Kelly Crandall;
The Elixir for Jimmie Johnson syndrome by Tom Thomason;
Why Jimmie Johnson Deserved to Win the Athlete of the Year by Mark Rudi;
Alli Owens, Not Danica, Is The Fastest Female at Daytona ARCA Test by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Christmas Gifts To NASCAR by Patrick Reynolds
Caribbean Net News:
Commentary: Happy Festivus! by Anthony L Hall
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Sharing a part of ARCA testing and
Girls Go Wild In ARCA Test by Godwin Kelly
FanHouse:
Jimmie Johnson Perfect Pick for Athlete of Year by Holly Cain
FoxSports:
Another first for Mr. Johnson by Darrell Waltrip
Insider Racing News:
Something Other Than Danica Patrick...NOT! by Chuck Abrams
NASCAR.com:
Busch, team persevere as Chase contenders in '09 by Dave Rodman;
Eury missed the garage, working with his father by Joe Menzer
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #54 by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
The Tenth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Top Tens for Gordon by Michelle Dawn
Nebraska City News Press:
Festivus: It’s for the rest of us!
RacingOne:
Racing One Vs. One: Most Improved Driver;
Snowballs [notes of interest] by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
Let’s Give The Woman A Chance by Mike Harris;
A Big Yes For Road America by Jim Pedley
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Stewart-Haas Racing by Jordan Bianchi
Rocky Mountain News:
Fabricated Festivus catching on by Jean Torkelson
San Francisco Chronicle:
25 Days of Weird Christmas: Festivus, for real
SceneDaily:
Decade in Review: NASCAR’s sometimes bizarre, sometimes tragic moments 2000-2009;
NASCAR offers a glimpse into lives of both drivers and celebrities by Kris Johnson;
Welcome back, Road America by Mike Hembree
Sirius Speedway:
For ESPN's Hoge, NASCAR Ignorance Is Bliss by Dave Moody
Speedway Media:
Ricky Carmichael to juggle Truck, ARCA and Nationwide racing in 2010 by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sporting News:
Welcome To The NASCAR Party, Hope You'll Stay by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
Mike Bliss is back for his first full Cup season since 2005 by Tim Tuttle;
NASCAR Mailbag -- JJ, Earnhardt, Jr., Busch questions answered by Tom Bowles;
iRacing is new favorite of Earnhardt Jr., Danica, more by Bruce Martin
Sydney Morning Herald:
Forget those supermaxis - NASCAR'S $91m man is here by Daniel Lewis
Washington Post:
Festivus 2009: Holiday creator Dan O'Keefe takes your questions
TennesseeRacer:
Oak Ridge National Laboratory has history in NASCAR by Richard Allen
Winnipeg Sun:
Festivus is for real - It's a day for having fun by Paul Turenne
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Patrick-JRM still in spotlight by Jay Hart
Yahoo Buzz:
What's the Fuss over Festivus? by Vera H-C Chan
AutoWeek:
Hylton wants one more Daytona 500 by Steven Cole Smith
AroundTheTrackOnline:
Food Around The Track: NASCAR’s Restauranteurs
Bleacher Report:
A Look Back at The Most Touching Moment From 2009: When Time Stood Still by Kelly Crandall
Bump Drafts:
Johnson’s Award Puts Him In Fast Company by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Disappointing season means busy winter for Roush Fenway Racing by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
NASCAR Needs Off-Season TV Coverage by John Daly
Fanzonesports:
Car Wrapping Isnt Just For Gift Giving Anymore by Sal Sigala Jr.
Insider Racing News:
Tracks of Yesterday, Ontario Motor Speedway by Allen Madding
Las Vegas Sun:
How far will NASCAR stray from its roots? by Mike Smith
Lexington Dispatch:
Christmas list for 2010 by Ben White
NASCAR.com:
Highs in '09 make Hamlin a serious challenger in '10 by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Johnson’s AP honor shows NASCAR has been accepted by mainstream by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
It's Danica's World, we just live in it by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
The Ninth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Ninth Place for Newman by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Burning issues: 12-22-09 and
Patrick goes through the ARCA paces already and
Analyses of amateurs and
He usually led the field (in the pace car) by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Fewer Wrecks, A New Discovery, and Christmas Hope by Carol Einarsson
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Joe Gibbs Racing by Jordan Bianchi
RacinWithRuss:
Who’s Where for Sprint Cup 2010 (Part 3) by Russell Schmidt
RacingWithRich:
Junior has more important things to worry about than his car number by Richard Allen
RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Is Jimmie Johnson Heir to the Throne with Latest Accolades? by Toby Christie
SceneDaily:
How will Martin Truex Jr.-Pat Tryson pairing fare? by Jared Turner
Speedway Media:
Worst 15 Cup drivers of 2009 by Ron Thornton
Kellogg's Leaves Hendrick after 16 Year Run by Clayton Caldwell
Tampa MotorsportsExaminer:
NASCAR trigger decisions, decisions (part 1) by Dwight Drum
ESPN.com:
Eury happy getting Danica ready by David Newton
Alabama Live:
Danica's not the only female driver testing at Daytona by Doug Demmons
AroundTheTrackOnline:
Women Around The Track: Daytona Test Complete, How Did the Ladies Do?
Bleacher Report:
Top Ten NASCAR Media Center Memories by Mary Jo Buchanan;
NASCAR Spotter TJ Majors: Luckiest Guy in the Garage? by Farrah Kaye
Bristol Press:
Counting on Danica to bring in $$$ by Paul Angilly
Bump Drafts:
Indy Has Got To Go….Or Not by John Chapman
Close Finishes:
Equal Footing Gives Rise To 'Girl Power' by John Close
Daly Planet:
NASCAR Needs Danica At Daytona by John Daly
Daytona Beach News-Journal:
Sharing a part of ARCA testing by Godwin Kelly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: Joey Logano by Josh Lobdell
FoxSports:
It’s Christmas - time to bring back the 3 by Darrell Waltrip
Haddock in the Paddock:
A NASCAR Christmas for Toyota: A one-act play by Tim Haddock
Hampton Roads:
Can rivalries exist anymore in NASCAR? by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Where There's Smoke, There's Fire by Matthew Pizzolato
Las Vegas Review Journal:
12 Days of NASCAR gets me through by Angie Hulsey
Midwest Racing Archives:
Despite rain in the Soup, the 2009 Alphabet race was a classic
Motor Sports Weekly News:
How to Combat the No Racing Blues by Drew Hierwarter
NASCAR.com:
Highs in '09 make Hamlin a serious challenger in '10 by David Caraviello;
Patrick finds more speed, at ease in final session by Dave Rodman;
Top performances, races highlight Nationwide '09
NASCAR-ista:
The Eighth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Eight Drivers Feuding by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR Examiner:
The Wrench Who Stole Racing and
T'Was The Night Before Christmas: NASCAR Style and
Christmas carols...NASCAR style! by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
2009 Predictions Revisited by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Analyses of amateurs and
From the snail-mail bag by Monte Dutton
New York Times:
Since Losing Its Intimidator, NASCAR Has Strayed From Its Roots by Dave Caldwell
Racin' Today:
Ten Worth Mentioning Again by Jonathan Ingram
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Penske Racing by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Wallace Looking Ahead and
Snowballs by Pete Pistone;
2009 Track Performers: Short Tracks by Jeff Wackerlin
Racing Win:
8 Reasons Kyle Busch is a Racer’s Racer
Roanoke Times
Can NASCAR recover? by Dustin Long
Rubbings Racing:
Continuity Should Help Matt Kenseth Finish Stronger by Toby Christie
SceneDaily:
Economy plays pivotal role in survival of NASCAR tracks by Lee Montgomery;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 11 - Carl Edwards by Jared Turner;
The power of Danica and
Tony Eury Sr. glad to work side-by-side with son again by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
Another Good Session For Danica Patrick and
Patrick Saves Best For Last by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
JR Motorsports ?other? driver Kelly Bires lost in Danicamania by Mary Jo Buchanan;
NASCAR would be better served by selling out less, respecting tradition more by Ron Thornton
Spin Doctor Blog:
Lessons of '09 and
Believe it or not: A True 'PR' Tale by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
NASCAR Number: 56 by Bill Marx
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - What Do Junior's Fans Know? by Lou Modestino
Toronto Star:
Fort Erie speedway project is starting to look good by Norris McDonald
Auto123:
ARCA: First full day of testing for Danica Patrick by Lewis Franck
Bleacher Report:
Milwaukee MIle Not Just Another Race Track by Patti Rodisch;
Danica Patrick, Snowstorm Helping NASCAR Fans Survive The Offseason by Kelly Crandall;
Tiffany Daniels: Next in the Adventures of a Female Race Car Driver by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
“Madhouse” Could Be Roots Racing Win by Jim McCoy
Daly Planet:
Kyle Petty Extends His Brand by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Eury: Danica settling in by Godwin Kelly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: Casey Mears by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
2009 Cup Rewind: Matt Kenseth, 14th by Geoffrey Miller
Greensboro News & Observer:
NASCAR needs to listen, learn and focus by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Let's Give The Ladies A Chance To Show Their Talent In Racing by Kim Roberson
NASCAR.com:
Patrick gets some drafting experience on Day 2 of test by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Gibbs may regret letting Addington slip away by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR-ista:
The Seventh NASCAR Day of Christmas: Seven Wins for Junior by Michelle Dawn
Oklahoman:
Keep speedway open - Point of view City should reconsider decision by Joe Spencer
Orlando Sentinel:
Danica Patrick looks ready to roll in ARCA by Steven Cole Smith
Phillyburbs:
Belmont following in dad's footsteps by Ernie Saxton
Racin' Deals:
A Few Words With: Ralph Gilles [from Dodge] by Mike Harris;
Short Tracks Remain Racing's Backbone by Rick Minter
SceneDaily:
Age of discovery: Jeff Gordon opens up by Kris Johnson;
Santa’s last-minute gifts for NASCAR guys by Steve Waid;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 12 - Brian Vickers by David Exum;
Roush Fenway Racing working diligently this offseason to improve results for 2010 Cup season by Rea White;
Through the lens of NASCAR Scene photographer David Griffin;
Joe Gibbs Racing's Joey Logano seems pleased with rookie NASCAR Cup season by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
Danica Patrick Debut Review
Sporting News:
Reasons To Love Danica's Move Into NASCAR by Bass Masters
Sports Illustrated:
NASCAR: 10 signature moments by Mark Beech
Toronto Star:
Switching from one race car to another - what's the big deal? by Norris McDonald
Yahoo Sports:
Midnight Marbles, where the kids are beatin' up on Harvick by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
Danica shows she's willing to work by David Newton
Associated Press:
Danica Patrick gets taste of NASCAR at Daytona by Mark Long
Around the Track Online:
Team Rensi Good for 2010, CJM Racing Gone and
Women Around The Track - Danica Is Not The Only Lady in Daytona
CBS Sports:
Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing tries to pick up where it left off by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
2009's top stories: Economy checks up by Jim Utter
Daytona Berach News Journal:
There are 9 other women here by Godwin Kelly;
With DIS debut still possible, Danica squeezes into #88 by Ken WIllis
FoxSports:
Open-wheelers no strangers to NASCAR by Rea White;
Keys to Danica's first ARCA test by Jeff Hammond
Insider Racing News:
Leilani Münter More Than Ready For Success by Rebecca Gladden
Las Vegas Sun:
Crash totals are down, but questions about restrictor-plate races remain by Mike Smith
NASCAR.com:
Earnhardt plans to live vicariously through Danica by Joe Menzer
NASCAR-ista:
The Sixth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Six Restart Misses by Michelle Dawn
RacingOne:
2009 Track Performers: Road Courses by Jeff Wackerlin
Racin' Today:
A Few Words With: Lee White by John Sturbin
RubbingsRacing:
NNS: Danica Solution to Nationwide Series Identity Crisis by Toby Christie
SceneDaily:
Media circus won’t faze Danica by Bob Pockrass;
Battle for Chase spot should be more intense in 2010 by Rea White;
Who's the best driver in NASCAR? by Jared Turner;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 13 - Kyle Busch by Lee Montgomery
SPEEDtv:
Adding Addington by Randy Pemberton;
SPEED Quotes: Danica Patrick’s Exclusive Interview With Robin Miller
Sporting News:
ARCA Is A Big Winner With Patrick by Jim Pedley
Valvoline:
The Man of the Year 2009 by I.N. Sider
Yahoo Sports:
Danica meets Daytona by Brant James
ESPN.com:
Of Danica, stilettos, lobsters and tears and
Rain cuts Danica's day short by David Newton
All Left Turns:
Top drivers of the decade by Patrick Reynolds
Associated Press:
Patrick to make NASCAR debut at California by Jenna Fryer
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Sorenson still searching, make or break for Ragan by Jeremy Dunn
Bleacher Report:
Dear Santa, All I Want For Christmas Is For Jr. Nation to Be Appreciated by Kelly Crandall;
NASCAR Track Promoters Begin The Wooing of Danica Patrick by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Danica Patrick: Pictures, Pumps and the Press by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
Cup Championship Proves Elusive For “The Captain” by John Chapman
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Riverside Speedway Improvements Ahead Of Schedule by Biggy Bigelow
CBS Sports:
Kentucky may get Cup date as NASCAR landscape shakeup likely by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
A good grip and confidence to spare by Tom Sorensen
Cup Scene:
Decision Sets Danica Up For Success by Sarah Farlee
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Danica's start in NASCAR likely not here [Daytona] by Godwin Kelly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: Jamie McMurray by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
Earnhardt's Last Lap: 2001 Daytona 500 by Holly Cain
FoxSports:
Want better results? Get to work now by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
2009: The Year That Wuz, Part II by Matt McLaughlin;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN's Knockout Punch Gives Reid His Chance by Phil Allaway;
2009 Season Review: David Stremme by Beth Lunkenheimer;
2009 Season Review: Martin Truex, Jr. by Tom Bowles;
2009 Season Review: Michael Waltrip by Tommy Thompson
Georgia Racing History:
A Fortunate Witness To History by Brandon Reed
Indianapolis Star:
Pit Pass: Patrick begins preparations for her moonlighting gig by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
An Off-Season Greetings by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Kyle Busch, MacCachren, Lamb versatile, successful by Jeff Wolf
Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR newbie Danica Patrick plans to race at Fontana by Jim Peltz
Michigan Live:
Love her or hate her, there's no denying Danica Patrick brings excitement to NASCAR by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern:
Danica Patrick certainly dresses the part...now can she drive a stock car at Daytona?
NASCAR.com:
So you've got questions? Click here for the answers;
For Stewart, there was a first time for everything and
'Lobster bribe' all wet as far as Danica is concerned by Joe Menzer
NASCAR Insiders:
Everyone Wants Danica! by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
The Fifth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Five Martin Wins! by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Know your NASCAR trivia! by Monte Dutton
NASCAR Notes:
Las Vegas Hilton SuperBook Realease First odds to win 2010 Daytaon 500 and Championship by Micah Roberts
Race Journal Online:
The Danica Effect by Carol Einarsson
Racin' Today:
The Woods of Virginia – Part 2: DJ Gets 1st Win by Rick Minter;
Sun Sets On The [Milwaukee] Mile by Dave Kallmann
RacingOne:
So Far So Good by Pete Pistone
RubbingsRacing:
NSCS: Expect the Unexpected for Earnhardt in 2010 by Toby Christie
SceneDaily:
Danica Patrick and Daytona? A definite maybe by Kenny Bruce;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. optimistic about Danica Patrick’s chances for success in NASCAR by Jeff Gluck;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 14 - Matt Kenseth by Rea White
Southern Pines Pilot:
Wish List: Cars, Colt McCoy and Labor Day at Darlington by Andy Cagle
Speedway Media:
Hoorahs and Wazzups: The post season continues by Dave Grayson;
Patrick and Earnhardt Jr. look comfortable.... for now! by Shell Sparrow;
Danica Patrick meets the media at JR Motorsports by Larry Taylor
Sporting News:
Rather Than Mourn Milwaukee Mile's Demise, Celebrate North Wilkesboro's Resurrection by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
The Bowlesy Awards: the best and worst of NASCAR in 2009 by Tom Bowles
Toronto Star:
Would you let a 15-year-old play professional hockey? by Norris McDonald
USA Today:
NASCAR crash numbers continue downward spin in '09 and
Accident avoidance a strong suit among NASCAR's finest and
Preservation at the heart of NASCAR's start-and-park trend and
NASCAR crash data: Inside the numbers and
Penske pair Stremme, Hornish jam to top of crash charts by Seth Livingstone;
2008 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2007 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2006 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2005 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles
Virginian Pilot:
Danica talks about recent test and possibly leaving behind Indy by Dustin Long
ESPN.com:
Time to encourage bad behavior by Marty Smith
All Left Turns:
Visualizing Sprint Cup points accumulation by Dale Watermill
Anderson Independent Mail:
The Danica experiment begins by Scott Adamson
Augusta Chronicle:
Highs, lows hit track in 2009 and
NASCAR Newsmaker: Rick Hendrick by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR's Driver Opportunity Funnel Continues to Narrow by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
A New Spark for ESPN Cup Coverage by Jim McCoy;
Who I Root For by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
Chil out? No, Childress just down in '09 by Pete Pistone
Elmira Star Gazette:
Danica needs to keep eye on Simona in rear-view mirror by Ron Levanduski;
Watkins Glen International gives 2 N.Y. race fans trip of a lifetime by Andrew Legare
Frontstretch:
2009: The Year That Wuz, Part I by Matt McLaughlin;
2009 Season Review: Regan Smith by Mike Lovecchio;
2009 Season Review: Reed Sorenson by Phil Allaway;
2009 Season Review: Scott Speed by Vito Pugliese
Insider Racing News:
Young Guns Don't Match Up To The Gray Beards In NASCAR by Doug Demmons
Las Vegas Sun:
A few NASCAR rivalries are on my wish list and
This Week's Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
NASCAR.com:
Season full of ups, downs but average all around by Mark Aumann
NASCAR Examiner:
Danica and Junior; a Marriage Made in Marketers Heaven by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
The Fourth NASCAR Day of Christmas: Four Championships by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Off-season, my house becomes a home and
The ARCA 200 & Danicapalooza by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Take My Crew Chief…Please by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
Patrick Ready for Busy Season [with images] and
2009 Track Performers: Plate Races by Jeff Wackerlin;
Addington Prepares for 2010 by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Lessons learned in NASCAR 2009: NASCAR can do some good things by Richard Allen
Richmond County Daily Journal:
Drivers take to The Rock[ingham] by David Vantress
SceneDaily:
Kyle Busch ventures into the world of message boards by Jeff Gluck;
Kyle Petty settling into role of NASCAR analyst and not driver by Bob Pockrass;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 15 - Clint Bowyer by Jared Turner;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 16 - David Reutimann by David Exum
SPEEDtv:
Danica Patrick Ready For Track by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Danica Patrick holds the power by Brant James
Spotter Stand:
Behind The Numbers: A Look Back At The Decade That Was by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today:
NASCAR crash numbers continue downward spin in '09 and
Accident avoidance a strong suit among NASCAR's finest and
Preservation at the heart of NASCAR's start-and-park trend and
NASCAR crash data: Inside the numbers and
Penske pair Stremme, Hornish jam to top of crash charts by Seth Livingstone;
2008 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2007 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2006 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles;
2005 NASCAR Crash Numbers / Articles
Yahoo Sports:
Danica Patrick's saying all the right things by Jay Busbee
York Dispatch:
Pa. native Reid to call NASCAR races by Ellen Siska
ESPN.com:
The 2009 stats you may have missed by Ryan McGee
Daytona Beach News Journal:
What's Up With This Addington Deal? by Godwin Kelly
Element of Speed:
Silly Season Deals, New Wheels by Summer Dreyer
FanHouse:
FanHouse 2009 Cup Rewind: Clint Bowyer, 15th by Geoffrey Miller
Fanzonesports:
Dale Earnhardt Jr, Kyle Petty, and Brian France I am Not My Grandfathers Son by Sal Sigala Jr.
Ford Racing:
Biffle Looks to Land Big One in 2010
FoxSports:
Danica Patrick's slow approach is smart by Larry McReynolds;
Experience, energy makes Martin a unique driver by Rea White;
What is Busch's top priority? by Jeff Owens
Frontstretch:
Mirror Driving: Addington's "Second" Chance, Kentucky Kills Atlanta?, And 2009's Finest NASCAR Moment;
2009 Season Review: David Ragan by Doug Turnbull;
2009 Season Review: David Reutimann by Mike Lovecchio;
2009 Season Review: Elliott Sadler by Kim DeHaven
Herald Bulletin:
ARCA in Patrick's shadow by Ken de la Bastide
Indianapolis Star:
Month of May [Indy 500] is being squeezed by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Danica Patrick's Marketing Machine Will Be In High Gear by Chuck Abrams
MikeMulhern.net:
Lauri Wilks, once a Speedway Motorsports big-wig, takes a new job at the France family's Richmond track by Mike Mulhern
NASCAR.com:
Benson aching for return to Truck Series competition by Joe Menzer;
Where is the love for 'other' Chase champion? and
Montoya caps season of gains with first Chase berth by Dave Rodman
NASCAR Insider:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #53 by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
The Third NASCAR Day of Christmas: Three Monday Races by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Sorenson looking for a Cup ride by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Drivers Should Learn From Tiger Tale by Larry Woody;
Milkamania On Its Way? by Jim Pedley
RacingWest:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series: A Look Back at the Top Performaces of 2009
RacingWithRich:
Danica will not save NASCAR by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Earnhardt-Ganassi Racing by Jordan Bianchi
SceneDaily:
IMG looks to double down with Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. by Michael Smith;
After one full Cup season Marcos Ambrose is a hero in Australia by Steve Waid;
Would bonus points boost Cup series’ premier events? by Kenny Bruce;
Red Bull Racing's Brian Vickers sees plenty of progress behind successful 2009 Cup season by Rea White
SpeedwayMedia:
Notes from the NASCAR nation: The trickle down effect from Kyle Busch Motorsports by Dave Grayson
Sports Illustrated:
An eventful Silly Season for the Busch Brothers by Bruce Martin
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
PRI trade show: It's not the economy, speedy (part 2) by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Kelley Earnhardt reflects on a career that might have been and
Q&A: Danica opens up on next career move and
Danica puts her money in stocks, tests crossover appeal by Nate Ryan
ESPN.com:
The ultimate NASCAR gift guide by Ryan McGee;
Danica hype only heightens Friday by Terry Blount
All Left Turns:
Sprint Cup 2009 season predictions revisited by Jay W. Pennell
Bump Drafts:
NASCAR’s New Odd Couples by Jim McCoy
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation by Bruce Knoll Jr.
CBS Sports:
Kahne leading way for new-look Richard Petty Motorsports by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Maybe Santa can help racing fans this Christmas by Tom Higgins
Daly Planet:
Danica Stumbles Into The NASCAR Media Spotlight by John Daly
EveryJoe:
Talladega Superspeedway Lives in My Mind by Warren Hayashi
fingerprint inc.:
Deconstructing Danica by Jade Gurss
FoxSports:
Rivalries could add spice up NASCAR by Jeff Owens
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Paul Menard by Mike Ravesi;
2009 Season Review: Joe Nemechek by Matt McLaughlin;
2009 Season Review: Max Papis by Tom Bowles
Haddock in the Paddock:
Carl Edwards the media favorite to win Cup championship in 2010 by Tim Haddock
Insider Racing News:
The Many Race Tracks of Asheville, North Carolina by Allen Madding
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves and
Lesa Speaks! - My Take (part 1) by Mad Mike
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Santa delivers for charity at LVMS by Angie Hulsey
Lexington Dispatch:
Addington joins the other Busch by Ben White
Mike Mulhern.net:
Steve Addington must enjoy challenges: he's taking on another Busch
NASCAR.com:
No wins, but 2009 step in right direction for Newman by David Caraviello;
Gift ideas are bountiful for automotive-theme holiday by Ron Lemasters Jr.
NASCAR-ista:
The Second NASCAR Day of Christmas: Two Digger Minutes by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Tiger shrugged and
Burning issues: 12-15-09 by Monte Dutton
New York Times:
Danica Patrick NASCAR Move Sparks Debate by Nick Kurczewski
Niagara Falls Review:
NASCAR mum on Fort Erie track plans by Ray Spiteri
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - The Big Story at JR Motorsports - It's Not Danica by Carol Einarsson
Racer:
AJ Allmendinger: Positive end to a strange year by A.J. Allmendinger
Racin' Today:
Commentators Must Be Able To Comment by Larry Woody;
Success Is In The Details by Mike Harris
RacingOne:
Social Studies - Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell;
Biffle Has a Blast in Desert and
News and Notes by Pete Pistone
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Richard Childress Racing by Jordan Bianchi
Racing Tool:
America's Oldest Racetrack May Die This Year by David Dubczak
RacinwithRuss:
Who’s Where for Sprint Cup 2010 (Part 2) by Russell Schmidt
SceneDaily:
Age of discovery: Jeff Gordon opens up by Kris Johnson;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 17 - Jeff Burton by Lee Montgomery;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 18 - Marcos Ambrose by Rea White;
News stories we probably won’t see anytime soon by Art Weinstein;
Photos: A look at the NASCAR season with NASCAR Scene’s Sam Cranston
SPEEDtv:
Busch Wins Again by Ray Dunlap
Speedway Media:
Kurt Busch takes brother's crew chief Steve Addington for 2010 season and
'Wally's World' expands to help grieving children through new foundation by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sporting News:
Fans Should Support Jim Hunter As He Has Supported Them by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
An eventful Silly Season for the Busch Brothers by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - DW Says Danica Has A Tough Road Ahead Of Her by Lou Modestino
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
PRI trade show: It's not the economy, speedy (part 1) by Dwight Drum
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Danica drives a polarizing express by Jay Hart
ESPN.com:
Kurt Busch names Addington crew chief by David Newton
BP Sports:
Hornish living out his faith behind the scenes by Lee Warren
Bristol Press:
Patrick should heat up NASCAR card market by Paul Angilly
Bump Drafts:
Songs As NASCAR Awards- 2009 Edition by Jim McCoy
Close Finishes:
NASCAR's Latest Marketing Icon - Will Patrick Be Danica Or Danican't? by John Close
Daly Planet:
Off-Season Priority: Online Streaming Of SiriusXM Channel 128 by John Daly
Florida Today:
Patrick's deal may raise NASCAR stock by Mark DeCotis
Fox Sports:
My old Kentucky home by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Joey Logano by Mike Neff;
2009 Season Review: Jamie McMurray by John Potts;
2009 Season Review: Casey Mears by Amy Henderson
NASCAR.com:
With the flip of a switch, 'Dega takes breath away by Duane Cross
NASCAR Insiders:
Sponsorship Acquisition: It’s Not Personal, It’s Just Business by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
First NASCAR Day of Christmas: One Smashed Guitar Trophy by Michelle Dawn
Indianapolis Star:
Ask the Expert: On Hendrick and Toronto by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Whatever Happened to Freedom of Speech? by Matthew Pizzolato
Racin Today:
Jimmie Set To Test Endurance by John Sturbin;
Patrick A Threat And An Inspiration by Jonathan Ingram;
Hunter Is Simply Irreplaceable by Larry Woody
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Richard Petty Motorsports by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Kahne Testing Ford by Jeff Wackerlin
RacingWithRich:
Lessons learned in NASCAR 2009: The CoT is a terrible race car by Richard Allen
Scene Daily:
Instant reaction: Steve Addington can take the heat by Jeff Gluck;
Tiger and a driver by Mike Hembree;
A Nationwide team owner's take on how to improve racing by Lee Montgomery
SPEEDtv:
Busch Serious About New Venture and
What Will Danica Patrick Mean For NASCAR? by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Valvoline Returns for their 32nd year in NASCAR by Clayton Caldwell;
Danica Patrick vs. Milka Duno battle moves from Indy to stock cars by Mary Jo Buchanan
SpinDoctor500blog:
Believe it or not: a true 'PR' tale by Michael Knight
Anderson Independent Mail:
Danica and demographics by Scott Adamson
Bleacher Report:
Four Timer: Why Jimmie Johnson Is NASCAR's Best Driver of the Decade by Rob Tiongson;
Nothing Says Christmas To Me Like The Big Guy In Red; NASCAR's Tony Stewart by Kara Martin
Competition Plus:
Kurt Busch Goes Straight-Line Racing by Bobby Bennett
Insider Racing News:
Can Kyle Busch Handle Team Ownership? by Kim Roberson
MikeMulhern.net:
A tough week for the sport of NASCAR....
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Where are the 2010 Cup rookies? by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
High Hopes by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Montoya Masters Short Game, Climbs To Top by Jonathan Ingram
RacingOne:
TV Rear View Mirror: SPEED by Pete Pistone
St. Louis Post Dispatch:
New boss takes over at Gateway by Ken Roberts
SceneDaily:
Mark Martin, champion or just a contender? by Bob Pockrass;
Crew chief selection for Danica Patrick remains puzzling by Jared Turner
Alabama Live:
Rick Crawford looks to start 2010 with new sponsor, new crew chief by Doug Demmons
Bump Drafts:
2009 “Speed Bump” Awards, Part I by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Never mind the finish, it's a successful year for Red Bull by Pete Pistone
Haddock in the Paddock:
Women in NASCAR by Tim Haddock
Insider Racing News:
Danica Patrick: Welcome To NASCAR by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Kyle Busch creates teams, jobs by Jeff Wolf
Los Angeles Times:
Kyle Busch says Danica Patrick will do fine in NASCAR by Jim Peltz
NASCAR.com:
Champ Hornaday selected Truck Series Driver of Year;
Give-and-take approach evident with Busch, Ren by Joe Menzer
Racin' Today:
The Future Of NASCAR Is Crystal Clear by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
Busch Forms Truck Team by Jeff Wackerkin
Roanoke Times:
Kentucky could get 2011 Cup race by Dustin Long
Scene Daily:
Kyle Busch's decision to own Truck team good for sport, series and fans by Jeff Gluck
Sports Illustrated:
Danica seems to have followed Tony Stewart's advice by Tim Tuttle
USA Today:
Kyle Busch enters ownership world with NASCAR truck team by Nate Ryan
Alabama Live:
Hot Corner: Boring Jimmie Johnson isn't so bad and
Danica's first year in a stock car won't be pretty by Doug Demmons
Around the Track Online:
History Around The Track: 1955 Joe Weatherly and Jim Reed Disqualified, Herb Thomas Wins at West Palm Beach
Bump Drafts:
Who’s Got The Best Shot At Dethroning Johnson? by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
This Week's ACT Late Model Tour Facts And Figures by Biggy Bigelow
CBS Sports:
Danica faces more than 'outside' label issue in NASCAR juggling act by Pete Pistone
Fanzonesports:
Hey Danica is this Really NASCAR? Or Just Show me the Money? by Sal Sigala Jr.
Fox Sports:
Baby you can drive my car by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Brad Keselowski by Bryan Davis Keith;
2009 Season Review: Matt Kenseth by Kurt Smith;
2009 Season Review: Bobby Labonte by Mike Ravesi
Hampton Roads:
Catching up with some familair names by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Danica's Demeanor Could Ruffle NASCAR Fans' Feathers by Rebecca Gladden
Laidback Racing:
Another Brian France Interview - My Take (part 3) by Mad Mikie
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Well, NASCAR, wasn't that a party? by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
Drive, Danica, Drive by Mike Smith
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Crunching the numbers: NASCAR's points system explained by Amanda Vincent
Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Denny Hamlin repays FedEx's loyalty by Craig Wack
NASCAR.com:
Making the most of what little was offered him [Edwards] by Mark Aumann;
Evernham returns favor to charity that helped him by Joe Menzer
NASCAR Examiner :
Break out the bikinis boys and bring on the trophy girls Danica's coming to NASCAR by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
NASCAR Needs Dan Patrick by Journo
Race Journal Online:
Juan Pablo Montoya: From F1 to NASCAR, He Hasn't Changed by Carol Einarsson
Racer:
Keeping the faith by Tim Cindric (Penske Racing)
Racin' Today:
Danica Bashing Stinks by Larry Woody;
Danica Has Us Talking About Auto Racing by Rick Minter
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Team Red Bull by Jordan Bianchi
Racing One:
Labbe Looks to 2010 and;
Take a Chance by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
NASCAR would do well to follow proposed F1 points system by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
NASCAR drivers rev up Twitter by Kris Johnson;
A funny thing happened at the 1981 Cup awards ceremony by Steve Waid
Southern Pines Pilot:
Ga-Ga for Patrick: Danica to NASCAR a Publicist's Dream by Andy Cagle
Speedway Media:
Danicad Out? Here's a fresh look at what else is going on! by Clayton Caldwell
Sports Illustrated:
Five non-Danica storylines to watch, including the Mayfield case by Tom Bowles
Sports Radio Interviews:
Danica Patrick on how the move to NASCAR came about, why she is making the move now, on if she is racing at Daytona, and on speaking to Dale Earnhardt Jr. about her move
Stock Car Spin:
Who Were the Best NASCAR Drivers of the Decade? by Hopper
Virginian-Pilot:
NASCAR official says ethanol use possible by '11 by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
NASCAR's latest TV show will be on ... Showtime? Really? by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
NASCAR's Hunter in the fight of his life and
Source: Busch to start own Truck team by David Newton
All Left Turns:
The top five grassroots races in the country by Patrick Reynolds
Augusta Chronicle:
NASCAR Newsmaker: Chad Knaus and
Johnson hopes to do better in 24-hour race and
5 moments keyed Johnson's run to title by Don Coble
Bump Drafts:
What If A Driver Fell a la Tiger? by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Michael Waltrip Racing fueled for another step forward by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Maybe Santa can help racing fans this Christmas by Tom Higgis
Daly Planet:
Is Showtime Right For NASCAR TV? by John Daly
Ft. Worth Star-Telegram:
IndyCar star Danica Patrick nervous about stock-car debut by Anthony Andro
Fox Sports:
Experience, energy makes Martin a unique driver by Rea White
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Robby Gordon by John Potts;
2009 Season Review: Kevin Harvick by Kurt Smith;
2009 Season Review: Sam Hornish, Jr. and;
Talking NASCAR TV: Checking Up On Offseason News 'N' Notes by Phil Allaway
Haddock in the Paddock:
Danica isn't the hottest girl in NASCAR by Tim Haddock
Insider Racing News:
Danica Patrick Could Be Just Another Struggling Open-Wheeler by Doug Demmons
Los Angeles Daily News:
Sources say Patrick will make NASCAR debut at Fontana by Louis Brewster
NASCAR.com:
Vickers season a giant step in the right direction by Dave Rodman;
ISC's Kennedy: Economy has provided opportunity by Mark Aumann;
Patrick's best asset just might be her new boss by David Caraviello
NASCAR-ista:
A NASCAR Festivus for the Rest of Us by Michelle Dawn
Orlando Sentinel:
Danica finally drops the other shoe by Steven Cole
Philadelphia Daily News:
Danica Patrick to race limited NASCAR schedule by Bill Fleischman
Racin' Today:
Kyle Busch Happy With ‘09, Excited about ‘10 by Jim Pedley
Racing Geek:
Offseason Analysis: Michael Waltrip Racing by Jordan Bianchi
Racing One:
TV Rear View Mirror: ABC/ESPN by Pete Pistone
St. Louis Globe Democrat:
Danica Patrick moving into NASCAR by Brandon Mudd
Scene Daily:
What if NASCAR had winter meetings like professional baseball? by Lee Montgomery;
History shows predictions for NASCAR season often wrong by Jared Turner;
Ask and you shall receive – answers to 2009’s biggest questions by Carolyn Brewster;
December Twitter rankings by Jeff Gluck
SPEEDtv:
Give Credit Where Due by Ralph Sheheen;
Layoffs Begin At Richard Childress Racing by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Notes from the NASCAR nation: Danica Mania phase one is complete by Dave Grayson
Yahoo Sports:
The top stories of 2009, #6-#4: Montoya, RCR and money woes by Jay Busbee
York Dispatch:
Patrick at center of NASCAR's buzz by Ellen Siska
ESPN.com:
Nothing coincidental about Danica's deal by Terry Blount;
NASCAR strikes gold with Danica by Terry Blount
Bump Drafts:
Grassroots Racing is the Backbone of All Motorsports by Patrick Reynolds
CupScene:
Danica's Finally Good to Go and
The Media's Top Ten For 2009 Are… by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
TV/Media Notes From The Post-Season by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Anxious DIS gets home run with this deal by Godwin Kelly
Fayetteville Observer:
Don't expect Danica to be a NASCAR contender by Thomas Pope
Fox Sports:
Las Vegas: Lots of glitz, almost no glitches by Larry McReynolds;
Teams need to step it up to beat Johnson by Jeff Hammond;
Effort will be there for Danica; will results? by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Like It Or Not, The Danica Express Is Coming To Save A NASCAR Near You by Phil Allaway;
Mirror Driving: Banquet Sins In Sin City, Kyle's Truck Temptation, Ans 2009 NASCAR Awards by the Frontstretch Staff;
2009 Season Review: Dale Earnhardt, Jr. by Toni Montgomery;
2009 Season Review: Bill Elliott by Doug Turnbull;
2009 Season Review: David Gilliland by Tom Bowles
Hampton Roads:
Changes with Dale Jr.'s team; Waltrip's '10 plans & watching more races online? and
Danica's new ride in NASCAR by Dustin Long
Indianapolis Star:
Patrick to start soon in stock cars and
Danica Patrick readies for NASCAR debut at Daytona by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Las Vegas Awards Banquet A Hit With The Drivers by Chuck Abrams
Las Vegas Sun:
A few observations from the NASCAR Awards Banquet by Mike Smith
Los Angeles Times:
Danica Patrick announces NASCAR Nationwide Series plans by Jim Peltz
NASCAR.com:
'Dega race coverage raises questions, starts debate by Mark Aumann;
Busch falters in second year at JGR, misses Chase by Jarrod Breeze
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
By what standard should we judge Danica? by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #52 by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Danica cometh ... officially ... at last and
Burning issues: 12-9-09 by Monte Dutton
New York Times:
Patrick Will Try a NASCAR Series, but Only Part Time by Dave Caldwell
Racin' Today:
Cold Shoulder For Danica? by Jim Pedley;
Danica The Jolt That NASCAR Needs by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
TV Rear View Mirror: TNT by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Lessons learned in NASCAR 2009: Fixing Junior will not be easy by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Don't underestimate Danica Patrick because she's a woman by Rea White;
Three drivers who could stir the pot in 2010 by Mike Hembree;
Bet on it: John Wes Townley will outperform Danica Patrick by Jeff Gluck;
Danicamania hits NASCAR by Lee Montgomery
Speedway Media:
Danica Patrick Joins JR Motorsports and DanicaMania Begins by Angela Campbell;
Move over Tiger, Jr. and Patrick are Taking Over by Shell Sparrow;
Hoorah's and Wazzups: Viva Las Vegas by Dave Grayson
Sports Illustrated:
Bond with Earnhardt helped lead to Danica's NASCAR deal by Brant James
Spotter Stand:
Time To Hand Out Some Awards Of Our Own by Patrick Baldwin
Yahoo Sports:
Danica, NASCAR both benefit from joining forces by Jay Hart;
Danica Patrick, Kelley Earnhardt bring girl power to new superteam by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
Patrick signs with JR Motorsports by David Newton;
Ranking the world's best 10 drivers by Terry Blount
All Left Turns:
Montoya and Stewart have more in common than huge egos by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus: Can They Win With Another Team? by David Dubczak;
Twitter and NASCAR: It's Where All the Fun and Information Is by Kelly Crandall
Bump-Drafts:
Danica’s Runnin’ With The Boys by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Independent car teams feel economic pinch by Pete Pistone
Detroit Free Press:
My Holiday wish list - Trip to Foyt's ranch, coaching from Mears among Christmas wants by Mike Brudenell
Element of Speed:
Who’s Your Daddy? Fast Runs in the Family by Amanda Vincent
FanHouse:
7 Statistical Reasons Why Jimmie Johnson is Mr. 4-Time (and others, too) by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Danica's slow approach is smart by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Kyle Busch by Mike Neff;
2009 Season Review: Jeff Burton by Cami Starr;
2009 Season Review: Clint Bowyer by S.D. Grady
Insider Racing News:
Racer Profile: Harold Witherspoon Brasington by Allen Madding
Laidback Racing:
Another Brian France Interview - My Take (part 2) by Mad Mikie
MikeMulhern.net:
Danica-to-NASCAR, Yes! Now NASCAR to Danica: Show us what you've got...out on the race track
NASCAR.com:
Danica chasing her dream should be focus of story by Duane Cross;
Environmentally friendly fuel options on the agenda by Mark Aumann;
Out of Chase contention, Kenseth shifts focus to '10 by Bill Kimm
NASCAR-ista:
Yes Danica, There Is a Santa Claus by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR Insiders:
Some Racers Just Can’t Get Enough by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Here in the real world by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
From New York to Las Vegas, An Unexpected Change by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
NASCAR’s V-Show - Making the Grade Banquet Edition by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
NASCAR Fans Stand By Their Man by Larry Woody
Racing Geek:
Lookout NASCAR World, Here Comes Danica by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
TV Rear View Mirror: FOX by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Lessons learned in NASCAR 2009: NASCAR's fanbase continues to erode by Richard Allen
RacinwithRuss:
Who’s Where for Sprint Cup 2010 (Part 1) by Russell Schmidt
SceneDaily:
Vanilla drivers can change their ways – just ask Brian Vickers by Jeff Gluck;
It’s so E-A-S-Y to win a NASCAR Sprint Cup championship by Art Weinstein
SPEEDtv:
What Does Patrick’s Move Mean? by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Busch brothers could give Jimmie Johnson a run for his money by Bruce Miller
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Drag racing in NASCAR? That's motorsports by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Danica Patrick reaches deal with NASCAR's JR Motorsports by Nate Ryan
Virginian-Pilot:
Danica's mystery tour ends Tuesday by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Is J.J. the best ever? and
Patrick takes gutsy drive down NASCAR road by Jay Hart;
The top stories of 2009, #12-10: Logano, 'Dega, and Kyle falls by Jay Busbee;
Auditing our 2009 predictions
About.com:
Sprint Cup Banquet Vegas Style by Steve McCormick
All Left Turns:
Four-timers' club: Johnson vs. Gordon by Jay W. Pennell
Around The Track Online:
History Around The Track: 1969 Bobby Isaac Drove His Dodge Daytona Charger To A Texas-Sized Victory
Bump Drafts:
Best move for Lil “E” by John Chapman
CloseFinishes:
Weekend Events Ring Down Curtain On 2009 Racing Season by John Close
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR's Victory Lap and kids on a stage by Darren Pope
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: Reed Sorenson by Josh Lobdell
EveryJoe:
Jimmie Johnson at Champion’s Week by Warren Hayashi
FoxSports:
What happens in Vegas better not stay in Vegas by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: A.J. Allmendinger by Tony Lumbis;
2009 Season Review: John Andretti by Bryan Davis Keith;
2009 Season Review: Marcos Ambrose by Toni Montgomery
Insider Racing News:
Is Danicamania About to Run Wild? by Matthew Pizzolato
Laidback Racing:
Another Brian France Interview - My Take (part 1) and
The Harlow Reynolds Hullabaloo by Mad Mikie
Midwest Racing:
Remembering the Nebraska Triple Crown at Sunset by Lee Ackerman
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Rowdy, Prunty and the younger Kenseth by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Bowyer, team build solid foundation for 2010 by Chris Stanfield
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Ford happy to have Kahne, but how long will it last by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
What are your top-10 NASCAR moments of 2009? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Some Racers Just Can’t Get Enough by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
How To Kick Those Off-Season Blues by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Monte's video blog 1.8 by Monte Dutton;
Ovalscream's NASCAR Notables 2009
Racin' Today:
Kyle Busch Wins The Snowball by Jeff Hood;
NASCAR and F1 Joined At Hip? by Jonathan Ingram
RacingOne:
Exciting Future for Ford by Jeff Wackerlin
Racing Geek:
Casting an Early Eye Towards 2010 by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
College football has a few things in common with NASCAR and
Lessons learned in NASCAR 2009: Hendrick still dominates by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 25 - Dale Earnhardt Jr. by Jared Turner;
Silly season continues for select Cup crew chiefs by Kenny Bruce;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. long shot to make 2010 Chase by Jeff Gluck;
With the 'new' at Vegas, Barney Hall and Dale Inman were links to the 'old' by Steve Waid;
Braun Racing flourishing in Nationwide Series; expects to expand to four teams in 2010 by Lee Montgomery
SPEEDtv:
Final Thoughts On 2009 by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
'Mike and Mike' show will debut at Tommy Baldwin Racing by Mary Jo Buchanan
SpinDoctor500:
Hendrick on GM's CEO Shift by Michael Knight
SportingNews:
Vegas and NASCAR are a perfect fit by Reid Spencer
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - ARCA RE/MAX Will Be On SPEED For At Least Ten 2010 Races by Lou Modestino
Stock Car Spin:
What it Takes to Win a NASCAR Championship by Hopper
TennesseeRacer:
Knoxville's Trevor Bayne making his way up the NASCAR ladder by Richard Allen
Bleacher Report:
It's Vegas Baby! and NASCAR Got It Right by Patti Rodisch
Bump Drafts:
Sound Off: Who Do You Root For & Why? by Jim McCoy
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR Champion's Week festivities conclude with Awards Banquet in Vegas by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
Recovered From The 24 Hours Of Las Vegas? by John Daly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
2009 Sprint Cup season in review: David Stremme by Josh Lobdell
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Knaus is Johnson's ace in hole by Godwin Kelly
Hendrick Motorsports:
Johnson, Knaus, Hendrick look back at busy Champion's Week
Indianapolis Star:
Pit Pass: Stewart's trade show at convention center a big hit in its debut by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
Las Vegas Event Truly For The Fans by Kim Roberson
Michigan Live:
How We See It: Where does Jimmie Johnson rank among NASCAR's greatest drivers? by Hugh Bernreuter
Midland Daily News:
The worst and best of the 2009 NASCAR season by Mike Harper
Motorsports Talk:
On crashing at the banquet by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
It was Johnson's evening, but Martin's moment by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Earnhardt shows signs his focus will be on winning in 2010 by Matt Myftiu
National Speed Sport News:
Cost-Cutting May Affect NASCAR’s Signature Series by Chris Economaki
Orlando Sentinel:
Joey Logano gets high with the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds by Karen Pistone
RaceDriven:
The Best and Worst of the NASCAR Camping World Truck Series In 2009 by Brian Vermette
Racin' Today:
The Danica Dance Goes On by John Sturbin;
Vegas Is A Long Way From Manhattan by Mike Harris;
[Johanna] Long To Start Snowball Derby From Pole by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
Lofton Honored at ARCA Banquet
SceneDaily:
Fans, drivers spend offseason anticipating improved 2010 NASCAR run by Rea White;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 26, Elliott Sadler by David Exum;
Top 10 stories of the 2009 NASCAR season: Jimmie Johnson's fourth title leads the year;
Mark Martin highlights Hendrick Motorsports team's togetherness for runnerup season;
Scott Riggs rode NASCAR’s coaster, now he’s unemployed by Michael J. Fresina of NASCAR Illustrated
SpinDoctor500blog:
Seen and Heard in Vegas by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Right Now, It's On Junior by Bass Masters;
Rowdy's Big 3 by Bass Masters and Buzz Cutler
Valdosta Daily Times:
The good, the bad and ugly of NASCAR in 2009 by Karah-Leigh Hancock
Yahoo Sports:
Hendrick makes it happen by Jay Hart
ESPN.com:
New Dodge boss Gilles a grassroots racer by Terry Blount;
Champions Week goes to Vegas by Ryan McGee
Associated Press:
Hendrick gets emotional during NASCAR ceremony by Jenna Fryer
Bleacher Report:
Stewart Stirs the Stuff With His Third Annual Stewie Awards by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
JR’s Popularity Is Not All About Dad by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
NASCAR's Las Vegas banquet bet pays off by Pete Pistone
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Las Vegas: Awards & Roasts by Godwin Kelly
FanHouse:
NASCAR Goes All-In for Las Vegas by Holly Cain
FoxSports:
Let's talk turkey by Darrell Waltrip;
Brian France needs to answer tough questions by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Champions Don't Quit When The Going Gets Tough by Brenda Benedict
NASCAR.com:
Johnson crowned as award ceremony debuts in Vegas and
For Johnson, Vegas offers celebration close to home by David Caraviello
NASCAR This Week:
Try to remember ... 2009 and
On Tiger's woodies: Are the rules different for Venus and Mars in the Big Time? by Monte Dutton
NASCAR-ista:
Mark Martin - Simply the Best by Michelle Dawn
Racin' Today:
Wallace’s Career Began To Snowball At Derby and
Star Power Heats Up The Snowball Derby by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
Johnson Looks Back at Busy Week
SceneDaily:
First Cup banquet in Vegas was memorable by Kenny Bruce;
Hendrick Motorsports crew chief Steve Letarte doesn't tune out criticism and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 27 - David Ragan by Jared Turner;
Fans and entertainment made the difference in Las Vegas by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
How Does Hendrick Top This? and
Gordon Hunting For Way To Dethrone Johnson by Tom Jensen;
25 Banquets Ago by Steve Byrnes;
Tip The Scales by Jimmy Spencer
Speedway Media:
Labonte's crew chief Options by Clayton Caldwell;
Wallace, Kenseth and Elliott sons compete in Snowball Derby by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. NASCAR?s Favorite Son by Angela Campbell
Sporting News:
Vegas Feels A Lot More Like Home by Jim Pedley
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Mike Rowe of 'Dirty Jobs' does clean NASCAR work by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
NASCAR lets its hair down with Champion's Week in Las Vegas by Nate Ryan
ESPN.com:
Tiger Woods news rockin' the Strip by Terry Blount
Associated Press:
NASCAR goes West for a Las Vegas-style party
Augusta Chronicle:
Life in the fast lane - Awards show's move to Vegas is a sure bet by Don Coble
All Left Turns:
Five biggest disappointments of 2009 by Patrick Reynolds
Bump Drafts:
My Two Cents: The NASCAR Banquet by John Chapman
Caledonian Record:
Q&A With Former Riverside Speedway GM Dick Therrien by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
Viva NAS(CAR) Vegas by Jim Utter
CupScene:
Biffle To Go Off-Road In The Desert by Sarah Farlee
Daly Planet:
Banquet Doubleheader On SPEED by John Daly
FoxSports:
Joe Gibbs Racing preparing to end Johnson's dominance by Rea White
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Jimmie Johnson by Amy Henderson;
David Starr Driver Diary: Saying Goodbye To 2009 - And The Frontstretch by David Starr;
Kenny Wallace Driver Diary: Goodbye 2009, Looking Ahead... And You Want To Do What With My Helmet? by Kenny Wallace;
2009 Season Review: Mark Martin by Vito Pugliese
Georgia Racing History:
Title Chase Had Upside Down Ending In '52 by Brandon Reed
Insider Racing News:
Five Traits NASCAR Fans Want To See in Their Drivers by Rebecca Gladden
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Proud to ride shotgun with Martin by Jeff Wolf;
Johnson comes to grips with success by Ed Graney
Las Vegas Sun:
This weeks Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
What happens in Vegas travels quickly nowadays by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Popularity, responsibility go hand-in-hand for Junior by David Caraviello;
'Transgressions' a reality with the modern athlete by Raygan Swan
NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR tries to shine in Vegas, but Danica steals the show again by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
The 2010 Silly Season Will Be Interesting by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
NASCAR rolls its dice in Vegas by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Danica doesn't have to file entry for ARCA test by Steven Cole Smith
Race Journal Online:
Best of 2009 - Remembering the Best and the Worst, Part 2 by Rob Quillen
Racin' Today:
Numbers Tell A Story? by Rick Minter;
Cup Banquet Won’t Get Snowed Out by Mike Harris
RacingOne:
Vegas Victory Lap Celebration with Photos
Racing Geek:
Awards Ceremony Makeover by Jordan Bianchi
SceneDaily:
A conversation concerning the NASCAR banquet in Las Vegas by Lee Montgomery;
A sinful burnout by Mike Hembree
Southern Pines Pilot:
End of Season Awards: Woooooo! by Andy Cagle
Sports Illustrated:
NASCAR may have oversaturated the market with Jimmie Johnson by Tom Bowles;
Will she or won't she remains one of the biggest stories in racing by Brant James
Virginian Pilot:
Dale Jr. worries about N'wide team; What Montoya did to Stewart in Vegas/Notes by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
Popularity not enough for Earnhardt by Jay Hart
ESPN.com:
Johnson roast the best show in town by Terry Blount;
Johnson to make 5th Rolex appearance by David Newton
Around the Track Online:
Food Around The Track: Jimmie Johnson – Eating Like A Champion;
History Around The Track: 72 Years Ago Today: Robert Arthur “Bobby” Allison was Born
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
2009 NASCAR predictions revisited by Jeremy Dunn
All Left Turns:
How the 2009 season would have ended using different point systems by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Issues "Rules" For Vegas Victory Lap by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Why NASCAR Wants Danica, A Politically Incorrect Assessment by John Chapman
CBS Sports:
Patrick keeps NASCAR waiting by playing coy by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Fan Council Survey Targets ESPN/ABC Race Coverage by John Daly
Element of Speed:
10 Christmas Gift Ideas For The Race Fan by Adam Jevne
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Jeff Gordon by S.D. Grady;
2009 Season Review: Kurt Busch by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Danica Patrick Holds All The Cards by Doug Demmons
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Season-ending party in Vegas opens with roast by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
NASCAR hits Las Vegas for Champions Week awards show by Case Keefer
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Edwards hopes to benefit from RPM/Yates merger by Amanda Vincent
NASCAR.com:
Life in the Fast Lane: Hitting the studs with DJ by Kimberly Hyde;
Gift ideas are bountiful for automotive-theme holiday by Ron Lemasters Jr.;
Think Johnson's vanilla? Then just ask his 'friends' by David Caraviello
NASCAR This Week:
The #48 is toast and
Some of what they said and
Putting Johnson, Hendrick, Knaus in perspective by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Best of 2009 - Remembering the Best and the Worst, Part 1 by Carol Einarsson
RacingOne:
Season Review: Mark Martin by Jeff Wackerlin
Racin' Today:
Hallam Brings F1 Perspective To NASCAR by Jonathan Ingram;
One More 24 For Jimmie by John Sturbin
Racing Geek:
Handing Out Some Hardware by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Season Review: Jeff Gordon by Rachael West
San Diego Union Tribune:
Media dismissive of Johnson's dominance by Bill Center
SceneDaily:
Chase drivers roast Cup champion Jimmie Johnson at Las Vegas Motor Speedway by Bob Pockrass;
NASCAR's move to Vegas became, ultimately, a necessity by Steve Waid;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: One fan’s quest to find NASCAR’s most absurd souvenirs by Carolyn Brewster;
Tips for beating NASCAR's offseason blues by Jared Turner;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 32, David Stremme and
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 30 - Bobby Labonte by Rea White;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 29 - Reed Sorenson by David Exum
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson begins his historic celebration by honoring his Southern California ties by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Stewart Pleased With First Season by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Kansas Speedway 'here I come,' all the way from the west coast and Larry Taylor;
Trevor Bayne: One Step Closer to his Dream by Angela Campbell
Sporting News:
Good Ol' Vanilla Jimmie Johnson Looks A Little Better This Week, Doesn't He? by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
Will she or won't she remains one of the biggest stories in racing by Bruce Martin
Toronto Star:
Speedway seat plans would have Harold Ballard turning in his grave by Norris McDonald
York Dispatch:
NASCAR party a blast in Vegas by Ellen Siska
ESPN.com:
We all need to remember Wendell Scott by Ryan McGee;
A win-Wynn proposition in Vegas by Terry Blount
Around The Track Online:
Women Around The Track: Romona Vickers – Being a NASCAR Mom by Laura Darling;
History Around The Track: Marvin Panch Wins at Concord in 1956
Bleacher Report:
Danica Patrick: You Are The "Dangling" Queen by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
This is the Busiest Time of the Year in NASCAR Shops by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
2009 Awards: Plenty of hardware left after J.J. collects Cup by Pete Pistone
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Strange Dynamics Surround Crown by Godwin Kelly
Detroit Free Press:
Convention brings together racing community by Mike Brudenell
FanHouse:
Danica Patrick Still Flirting With NASCAR by Holly Cain
Fayetteville Observer:
I hate to be childish, but … so? by Thomas Pope
FoxSports:
Dale Jr. noticeably missing from NASCAR's big bash by Jeff Owens;
The Hot Pass: Wolfe headed to Penske by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Denny Hamlin by Danny Peters;
2009 Season Review: Tony Stewart by Matt Taliaferro
Insider Racing News:
Coping With The First Week Without Racing by Chuck Abrams
Kansas City Star:
State board approves planned casino near Kansas Speedway by David Klepper
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Logano flying high as No. 1 Cup rookie by Jeff Wolf
MikeMulhern.net:
So, is this the last NASCAR-Danica story......
NASCAR.com:
Patrick needs to focus on IndyCar, not NASCAR by Joe Menzer
NASCAR Examiner:
Q&A With Danica Patrick On NASCAR by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #51 by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Celebrating NASCAR in Vegas and
The never-ending saga of Danica and
Burning issues: 12-01-09 by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Do Numbers Tell The Whole Story? by Mike Harris;
More Hardware For Jimmie by John Sturbin;
Is Knaus Indispensible? by Larry Woody
RacinwithRuss:
NASCAR Awards Banquets by Russell Schmidt
Richmond Times Dispatch:
R&R Racing: The 2009 Awards Show
SceneDaily:
Las Vegas, my kind of town? by Bob Pockrass;
Believing in people remains Rick Hendrick's mantra for success at Hendrick Motorsports by Rea White;
A look at possible drivers that could dethrone Jimmie Johnson in 2010 by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
The Pressure’s On For Earnhardt, Others by Tom Jensen;
2009 Season’s Biggest Stories, Best Rivalry And Other Newsmakers by Megan Englehart
Speedway Media:
Hoorahs and Wazzups - Johnson, Patrick & more! by Dave Grayson
Sporting News:
Joey Logano, Rick Hendrick, Mark Martin Honored By Sporting News by Bill Marx;
VBlog: Foreign Cars In NASCAR? Bring 'Em and
Picking The 2010 Cup Champion -- If It's Not Jimmie Johnson Again by Buzz Cutler
Sports Illustrated:
10 drivers who can end Johnson's reign in 2010 by Tom Bowles;
Johnson's Las Vegas celebration, Danica's IndyCar deal, more by Bruce Martin
Toronto Sun:
TV deal for Indy / Motorsports Notes by Dean McNulty
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Breaking down the Chase by Jay Hart;
Best of the decade: The 10 best drivers of the 2000s by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
Time for Danica (The Race Car Driver) to step it up by John Oreovicz
Around The Track Online:
History: Wendell Scott Gets Historic Win in Jacksonville
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Best and worst of NASCAR in 2009 by Jeremy Dunn
All Left Turns:
Drivers with momentum entering 2010 by Dale Watermill
Bump Drafts:
What’s On Your Mind, NASCAR Fans? by Jim McCoy
Daly Planet:
TV Silly Season Includes "This Week In NASCAR" by John Daly
FanHouse:
2009 Cup Rewind: Joey Logano, 20th and
2009 Cup Rewind: Kevin Harvick, 19th by Geoffrey Miller
Frontstretch:
2009 Season Review: Greg Biffle by Matt McLaughlin;
2009 Season Review: Ryan Newman by Matt Taliaferro;
2009 Season Review: Juan Pablo Montoya by Danny Peters
Insider Racing News:
Racer Profile: George Jefferson by Allen Madding
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
NASCAR Chcampion's Week: Kurt Busch's jaunt business, pleasure by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
NASCAR greats to roll into Rio in Las Vegas by Melissa Arseniuk
Lexington Dispatch:
New York decision was right by Ben White
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson on two-state championship tour by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
Okay, Danica, enough is enough: stop playing games and get with the program
Muskogee Phoenix:
NASCAR driver helps schools by Cathy Spaulding
NASCAR.com:
Change of scenery welcomed by NASCAR by David Caraviello;
Chase for the record book wasn't only 2009 storyline
NASCAR-ista:
Your Burning NASCAR Questions Answered by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
In a rut by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - There's Still NASCAR News to Report! by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Where Did Racing Go? Making the Grade- Racing Withdrawal Edition by Dennis Michelsen
RacingWithRich:
No NASCAR provides an opportunity to watch the NFL on Sunday by Richard Allen
San Diego Union Tribune:
Johnson takes a victory lap locally, bearing gifts by Bill Center;
Driven to succeed - NASCAR champ Johnson comes home
SceneDaily:
Vegas awaits NASCAR party by Mike Hembree;
Turning 40 not just another birthday for Greg Biffle by Kris Johnson;
Top 35 2009 NASCAR Sprint Cup drivers: No. 31 - Paul Menard by David Exum
Speedway Media:
The Rise and Fall of Yates Racing by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
Why Kyle Needs To Dial Back by Bass Masters;
A Race Would Make Thanksgiving Even Better by Jim Pedley;
Danica Patrick On NASCAR: 'I'm interested, and I want to do it' by Matt Crossman
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Waiting To Qualify
USA Today:
Patrick staying in IndyCar, but doesn't rule NASCAR out by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Danica's website may have let the NASCAR cat out of the bag by Jay Busbee
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