posted September 30, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Following the yellow brick road ... to Kansas;
2009 Power Rankings: Kansas by Ryan McGee
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Eight races an eternity by Matt Taliaferro
At the Track: Gater News:
The Chase Doesn't Seem Like Such a Good Idea Right Now by Ed Coombs
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Paul Menard- The most valuable driver in NASCAR? by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Care For A Game of Musical Chairs? by Jerry Bonkowski
AutoWeek:
Richard Petty Motorsports cuts deal with Saudi Prince by Al Pearce
Bleacher Report:
West Series Rookie Paul Harraka Caps Off Season With Dominant Win by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
A Day With Sirius NASCAR Radio by Patrick Reynolds
Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR Sponsorship Geared Toward Women
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation - 9-30 by Bruce Knoll, Jr.
CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: Chase ratings; J.J. Dover edge; Hamlin-Keselowski by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Council Bluffs Daily Nonpareil:
NASCAR Scene: Johnson, Martin full steam ahead heading to Kansas by Marsha Hoffman
Crittenden Automotive Library:
Random Lugnuts: Beyond the Hood by Bill Crittenden
Daly Planet:
SPEED Jumps Into The NASCAR News Game by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
NASCAR Program GM's Shining Star by Godwin Kelly
FanHouse:
Montoya Doubles as NASCAR's Outsider And Contender by Holly Cain;
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: AAA 400 @ Dover by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Montoya has more than proved he belongs by Mike Hembree
Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... The Death Of NASCAR's Killer Instinct, Sauter's Surprising Resilience, And Who's Desperate Already? by Tom Bowles;
Overlooking The Obvious: Media Largely Ignoring Compelling Chase Stories, Handing Johnson Title Prematurely by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Things Going Through Joey Logano's Mind As He Crashed Spectacularly by Jeff Meyer;
Mirror Driving: Grading Two-Day Shows, Two-Race Chases, And NASCAR's Promotional Power;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Dover compiled by Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Who Is Strong Enough To Beat Johnson? by Chuck Abrams;
Johnson Wasn't Aware Of Logano's Crash by Kim Roberson
- Sprint Cup title could cement Jeff Gordon’s NASCAR legacy
Kansas City Star:
Sprint Cup title could cement Jeff Gordon’s NASCAR legacy by Randy Covitz
Vegas Insider
Kansas Preview by Micah Roberts
Los Angeles Times:
Retooling of Fontana race track is on idle by Jim Peltz
MikeMulhern.net:
Richard Petty and the Saudis? What next in this NASCAR soap opera?
Motorsports Talk:
On ThorSport, Johnny Benson, Logano's flip, and a little irony by Charles Krall
MSNBC:
Edwards, Johnson set for Kansas showdown by Brian Brown
NASCAR.com:
Finally, NASCAR's merger mania comes to an end by David Caraviello;
Jarrett took driving success into the broadcast booth by Mark Aumann;
Debating the pros, cons of possible schedule changes
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #43 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
Kansas Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
Allmendinger move to Cup paying off with decent season by Monte Dutton
NASCAR Truck Series Examiner:
What do the red mist and Disney's Goofy have to do with NASCAR and the CWTS? by Janelle Jalbert
On Pit Row:
One and Done: Price Chopper 400 by Chris Leone
RaceTalk:
Riding the Razor Blade with the COT (There Goes the Neighborhood and Hey Jack) by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Drivers Alive Today Because of Car of Tomorrow and
New Testing Policy Doesn’t Add Up by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Gordon Still Hopeful by Pete Pistone
RubbingsRacing:
Circuit Breaks: Kansas by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
It’s still early, but the title seems like Jimmie Johnson’s to lose by Steve Waid
SPEEDtv:
Make It Or Break It Time In Chase and
Q&A - Jeff Gordon and
No Worries Yet For Stewart and
Gordon, Biffle Have Numbers At Kansas by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Johnson heats up right on time by Tom Bowles;
Kenseth's strong weekend doesn't mean Roush has turned corner by Tim Tuttle
Sports Network:
Martin, Johnson continue points battle at Kansas
Spotter Stand:
Catch Can: Emptying Out The TSS Mailbox by Patrick Baldwin
SpeedwayMedia:
It's Johnson vs. Martin Unless by Ron Fleshman;
Championship Chase Watch: two down, eight to go by Larry Taylor;
Edwards still longs for home-track victory by Kyle Ocker;
On Pit Road: Kansas, make or break for Chase Contenders by Joe Dunn
Sporting News:
Kansas Speedway Does NASCAR Racing Right by Jim Pedley
Stock Car History Online:
The Tom Kirkland Collection: Coded Message
Stock Car Spin:
NASCAR's CEO France Has an Idea of How the Chase Will Play Out by Hopper
Weekender:
Pitpass: Will Mears have a ride? by Timothy J. Raub
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Intrigue abound by Jay Hart;
NASCAR Power Rankings
posted September 29, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Crunching numbers after Dover by Matt Willis;
Ford playing catch-up in '09 Chase and
Fantastic finish would help ease NASCAR's pain by Terrt Blount;
2009 Power Rankings: Kansas by Ryan McGee
Alabma Live:
Jimmie Johnson plans to "ignore, ignore, ignore" the naysayers by Doug Demmons
Athlon Sports:
Here He Comes: Johnson wins Dover by Amanda Brahler;
News and Notes: Dover & Kansas by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Brace yourselves for another lackluster championship battle by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
NASCAR’s Two-Day-Show Idea Gets my Approval by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Updated championship probability table: Johnson passes Stewart and Martin by Dale Watermill
Bump-Drafts:
Cooked! (Confessions OF Hard-Boiled Fan) by Jeremy Sellers
Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR Considers More Two-Day Race Weekends
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Gordon hopeful about racing up in Chase by Brian De Los Santos
Charlotte Observer:
Long straights, famed curves all part of old track's lore by Tom Higgins
Daily Nonpareil:
Johnson, Martin full steam ahead heading to Kansas by Marsha Hoffman
Daly Planet:
Monday Night Doubleheader Worth The Wait by John Daly
Fox Sports:
Wanna catch Jimmie? You better be perfect by Jeff Hammond;
The Hot Pass: NASCAR's chief opens up by Lee Spencer
- Frontstretch:
Earnhardt, Busch Among Ten Drivers Who Can't Wait For '10 by Danny Peters;
Beyond The Cockpit: Bigger Things Keeping Morgan Shepherd On Track by Bryan Davis Keith;
Talking NASCAR TV: Dover A Repeat Of Past Issues For ABC/ESPN by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup : Chase Race #2 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth : AAA 400 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Greensboro News and Record:
Johnson pulls closer in Chase by Justin Long
Insider Racing News:
Is NASCAR Pricing Itself out of Existence? by Allen Madding
Kansas City Star:
Edwards may be hobbled but says he’s not out of Chase by Randy Covitz
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Martin, Hornaday prove age is just a number by Amanda Vincent
Mikehenle.com:
PT Tausinga retires from Las Vegas Motor Speedway
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
More thoughts on the Mile deal by Dave Kallman
NASCAR.com:
Kansas Speedway boss excited about track's future by Joe Menzer;
For Martin, watching Ryan race an emotional ride by Dave Rodman
NASCAR Examiner:
How many more times will Danica cry 'wolf' to NASCAR? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Jimmie Johnson Wins the Championship…Oh Wait the Season Isn’t Over by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the week: Tony Stewart vs. Joey Logano and
Burning issues: 9-29-09 and
Quietly, and quite simply, the best by MOnte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - A Monster Tumble for Joey Logano by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Dover Dominance; Making the Grade- Dover 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
They Talk A Good Race Over At Hendrick Motorsports by Mike Harris;
Racing Is About Competition, Not Cooperation by Larry Woody
RacingGal:
My Take on 2-Day Events by Victoria Lane
Racing Tool:
What Happened Between Mark Martin and Jack Roush? by David Dubczak
RacingWithRich:
Kahne hasn't driven a Ford lately...but he may drive one soon by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Speedway Media:
The Final Word: Childhood memories return thanks to Logano by Ron Thornton;
A remedy to Goodyear's unbalanced tire testing by Clayton Caldwell;
Danica Patrick versus the 'Lesser Known' Women of NASCAR by Shell Sparrow
Sporting News:
Don't Count Out Montoya And Kurt Busch by Buzz Cutler;
At Kansas Edwards Proved He's A Racer by Jim Pedley
Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: Waving The Checkered Flag On Race 2 Of The Chase at Dover by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Dover’s Monster by Racing Maniac;
TV Times - Cup Chase Ratings Down 21% For New Hampshire by Lou Modestino
Stock Car History Online:
Living History Video Series: Out Of This World
Stock Car Spin:
Joey Logano's Scary Crash Caused By CoT? by Hopper
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR TV talkers: Words of speed, part 1 by Dwight Drum
Topeka Capital Journal:
[Rusty] Wallace still going strong by Rick Peterson
USA Today:
Johnson gains, Chase tightens, but Martin maintains poise by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Johnson delivers gut check by Jenna Fryer
posted September 28, 2009
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ESPN.com:
It's Johnson's title to lose and
Wild crash 'scared the heck' out of Logano by David Newton
Bleacher Report:
Winners and Losers: AAA 400 and
The Lugnut Report: Mark Martin Battles for Second Place Finish in Dover by Patti Rodisch
Jeff Gordon Accomplishes Dover Goal With Top Ten Finish by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump-Drafts:
Dover Is "Johnson’s World" & We’re Living In It by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Martin doesn't win but is best in field by Pete Pistone
Chattanoogan:
NASCAR’s Awakening by Roy Exum
Close Finishes:
New NASCAR Tire May Finally Be On The Horizon by John Close
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne bounces back with a top-10 finish at Dover but loses ground in the standings by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Dover on ABC and
Monday's Talk Better Than Sunday's Racing? by John Daly
Fan Zone Sports:
Mark Martin Continues To Defy The Odds by Sal Sigala, Jr.
Fox Sports:
Until something changes, nothing is going to change by Darrell Waltrip;
The Hot Pass: Hendrick running away with title and
Goodyear schedules test for larger NASCAR tire by Lee Spencer
- Frontstretch:
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Dover Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Unfair Advantage For The No. 48? Johnson Says Sour Grapes; Others, Not So Sure by Tom Bowles;
Five Points To Ponder: Chase Race #2 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Clock Ticking For Team Red Bull While The Monster Mangles Several Others by Mike Ravesi;
Mr. Logano's Wild Ride Means Top Rookie Honors For Speed by Tony Lumbis
Indianpolis Motorsports Examiner:
Newman maintains 7th position in NASCAR Sprint Cup Chase by Jeff Norris
Insider Racing News:
Johnson Serves Notice With Dover Victory by Ron Felix;
Is this Mark Martin's Year? by Matthew Pizzolato
Kansas City Star:
Why NASCAR drivers are like astronauts by Pete Grathoff
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Johnson wins at Dover by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
So, can anybody beat Jimmie Johnson and Chad Knaus? Better bring your A-plus game to Kansas and
As mild-mannered as Clark Kent, when Jimmie Johnson steps into his race car, it's like stepping into that phone booth -- and out pops Superman and
Mr. October is warming up for another NASCAR October -- Jimmie Johnson routs the field at Dover and
So over at Richard Petty Motorsports, who's in charge...and where's George Gillett, the moneyman behind the operation?
Motorsports Soapbox:
A Word Of Praise For DEI-Ganassi Racing by Dave Moody
Nashville City Paper:
Football fans could learn a lot from NASCAR by Larry Woody
NASCAR.com:
Johnson talk a familiar storyline at Chase time by Joe Menzer;
Kenseth & Co. turn corner, now look to get even better and
Gordon turns in standings, but where's he going? by Dave Rodman;
Stewart, Edwards rally to keep alive title aspirations and
Johnson delivers message to Chase field at Dover and
Logano walks away from scary crash shaken but OK by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Meet Hendrick Motorsports, the opposite of the Detroit Lions and
Forget talent … do you have a sponsor? by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
A monster of a day - Logano tumbles, Smoke rallies and Jimmie is still invincible and
Montoya no longer a dark horse and
Kenseth, Allmendinger top ten spoilers by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle gets Mashed at the Monster, gives Goodyear the blame by Greg Engle
NACSAR Insiders:
Yo, Matt DiBenedetto, Shake It Off Kid by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Johnson leaves the rest with that sinking feeling by Monte Dutton
Philadealphia Daily News:
Rookie Logano gets crash course in fear at Dover and
Jimmie Johnson makes it an '09 sweep at Dover by Bill Fleischman
Phailadelphia Inquirer:
Johnson beats Martin at Dover by Pete Schnatz
RaceTalkRadio:
Dale Junior Wouldn't be in NASCAR if His Name Wasn't Earnhardt (And Other Silly Myths) by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Knaus Is Hearing The Sounds Of Success In Cup Garages by Jim Pedley
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on A Winning Certainty by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Johnson Dominates at Dover and
Hot Laps by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Team Hendrick looking to bury other 'super teams' by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Johnson closes on Martin in Chase and
NASCAR notebook: Logano goes for wild ride by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Highs and Lowe’s from Dover by Kenny Bruce;
New car does its main job - keeping drivers safe by Jared Turner
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson takes care of uncertainty with the checkered flag by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Johnson Spanks Dover Field and
Chase Drivers Ready For Battle by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Surprising, Not Surprising: Dover by Larry Taylor;
Johnny Sauter cruises to Las Vegas 350 win by Heath Heidemann;
Jimmie Johnson completes 2009 sweep of Dover with dominating AAA 400 win and
Joey Logano involved in monster of a wreck early in AAA 400 by Rebecca Spence
Sports Illustrated:
Johnson making earlier-than-usual move for Chase title by Bruce Martin
Stock Car History Online:
BRH Racing Archives: Pit Road Beauty (Richard Petty's Dodge)
Tampa Motorsports Examiner
Vickers survives the Monster by Dwight Drum
Wilmington News-Journal:
Martin isn't ruffled by second-place finish by Buddy Hurlock;
Point-rich drivers get richer; Hamlin slips to sixth place and
Logano unscathed, but car's acrobatics cause a tangle and
Johnson dominates, start to finish by Mike Finney
Yahoo Sports:
Sports’ real Mr. Clutch drives a race car by Jay Hart
posted September 27, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Mears still waiting on RCR deal and
Dover is already crazy, and the race is yet to come by David Newton
Alabama Live:
Montoya unfazed by the hype of NASCAR's Chase by Doug Demmons
Augusta Chronicle:
Kahne's focus on winning and
Approach sets apart driver's NASCAR run by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Mike Bliss Takes Second In Nationwide Race Yet Waits For Phone To Ring and
Brad Keselowski Is Come Back Kid In NASCAR Nationwide Race at Dover by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Winners and Losers: Dover 200 by Patti Rodisch
Bump-Drafts:
Less Is More- A Schedule Proposal by Jim McCoy
Charlotte Observer:
Mooresville museum to honor 15 grass-roots racers by Joe Marusak
Chicago Tribune:
Good start in Chase, crew chief situation won't be a distraction by Kurt Busch
Daly Planet:
Round 2: NASCAR vs. NFL by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Six years later, Chase format still isn't embraced by everyone by Mike Brudenell
- Frontstretch:
Denny, Gibbs, What Were You Thinking? by Bryan Davis Keith;
Everybody's Talkin' 'Bout Tires by Tom Bowles
Guardian:
Montoya up to speed in the simple ways of NASCAR by Maurice Hamilton
Insider Racing News:
Truex Gives Michael Waltrip Racing Its First Championship by Kim Roberson
MikeMulhern.net:
Ford's Greg Biffle is getting frustrated -- where's the corner speed? And he realizes time is running out for answers and
Juan Pablo Montoya: On the championship charge...and no regrets about that TV blowoff and
A different side of NASCAR: as the stock car racing troopers visit Walter Reed and Arlington Cemetery
NASCAR.com:
Busch, Montoya keep hot streaks going into Dover by Dave Rodman;
Urgency non-issue among Chasers after one race by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Hamlin vs. Keselowski - a rivalry begins by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
Dover notebook #2: Gordon wants to hang a 'Chase' on the wall by Monte Dutton
NASCAR-ista:
Hey Denny - Payback's a Bitch by Michelle Dawn
Philadelphia Inquirer:
Dover win would aid Johnson's Sprint aspirations by Pete Schnatz
Racin' Today:
Surface Issues To Challenge Dover Drivers Today by Jim Pedley
Racing Fashionistas:
Dover Notes from the Track by Darlynn Nangano
RacingOne:
Gordon's Fire Still Burns by Pete Pistone
Roanoke Times:
Childress fielding 4th car and
Does speeding pay? by Dustin Long
Scene Daily:
A visit with Junior Johnson at North Wilkesboro by Steve Waid;
Something has to change for Dale Earnhardt Jr. by Kenny Bruce
SPEEDtv:
Showdown Sunday For Gordon by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Clint Bowyer bests Mike Bliss for Dover 200 victory by Rebecca Spence;
Mark Martin looking to finish his 'magical year' and
Drivers play with heart, fall short of prize at Celebrity 9-Ball Tournament by Tammyrae Benscoter
- Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' It With Carl Edwards: Dover Edition by Tom Bowles;
Don't Expect Mark Martin To Relinquish Chase Lead In Dover by Lars Anderson
Wilmington News Journal:
Hamlin looks to turn around his fortunes at Dover and
Chase for momentum starts now by Mike Finney
Yahoo Sports:
Gordon’s not done yet by Jay Hart
posted September 26, 2009
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ESPN.com:
NASCAR eyes more 2-day weekends and
Reward consistency ... add intensity by David Newton;
What's on Marty's mind? Plenty by Marty Smith
Ad Age:
What Does Jack Daniel's and Jim Beam Exit Say About NASCAR? by Rich Thomaselli
Associated Press:
Martin defies age to lead Cup standings and
Stewart doesn't feel bad about losing points lead by Dan Gelston
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1997 Budweiser 500 by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
Johnson to start on pole by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Kasey Kahne: Is it too soon for a fork? by David Yeazell;
Truex Clinches Camping World East Championship; Moffitt Wins Final Race and
Juan Pablo Montoya Takes Outside Pole for Second Chase Race by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump-Drafts:
Picks 'n' Previews: Monster Mile Edition by Jim Mc Coy
CBS Sports:
With Dover on deck, Smoke learning Chase no cakewalk by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Scott's daughter addresses NASCAR hall critics, petition by Sybil Scott
Clanton Advertiser:
Martin: the ageless wonder by Jeff Findley
Daly Planet:
ESPN Working The Dayshift On Saturday by John Daly
Delaware News Journal:
Stewart fine with the Chase by Martin Frank;
Teen a winner in Dover debut and
Johnson seizes advantage and
Going for a better grip with new tires by Mike Finney;
NASCAR fans mixed on sports betting by James Merriweather
Dover Post:
Every position counts this weekend at Monster Mile by Brian Citino
Fan Zone Sports:
Safety Once Again Takes Priority At Dover This Weekend by Sal Sigala Jr
Florida Today:
Racing season just a long and blah, blah road by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
Reutimann opens up after Earnhardt clash and
The Hot Pass: Testing makes perfect for Johnson and
Mears unsure of future at Richard Childress Racing by Lee Spencer
Hartford Courant:
Parker Klingerman Goes To Kansas Speedway Next Weekend Looking To Make Nationwide Series Debut and
NASCAR Doesn't Get To Dance With Danica Patrick; Was It Ever Really A Possibility? by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
Montoya Ruffling Some Feathers Shouldn't be the Highlight of the Week by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Review Journal:
NASCAR trucks continue fast relationship with fans and
Future can be good for truck drivers by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
A championship by a Dodge team would be a triumph over immense challenges by Mike Smith
MikeMulhern.net:
Maybe tire testing does pay off: Jimmie Johnson and Juan Montoya go 1-2 in Dover 400 qualifying and
Notebooking the Dover 400
NASCAR.com:
Welcome to Dover, the Chase's meanest track by David Caraviello;
Gilliland, TRG slay another giant, make show at Dover and
Hamlin, Ford finally feel ready to take next step by Dave Rodman;
Previous Dover tire test a boon to Johnson, Montoya and
Despite signs to contrary, Morgan-McClure remains by Mark Aumann
NASCAR This Week:
Last call for some of the alcohol by Monte Dutton
Olean Times Herald:
Long season is one problem for NASCAR by Chuck Pollock
Philadelphia Daily News:
Jeff Gordon doesn't want to cut back on racing by Bill Fleischman
Philadelphia Inquirer:
Johnson captures pole for 400 at Dover by Pete Schnatz
Press of Atlantic City:
Ryan Truex finishes rookie year with a NASCAR title at Dover by Charles Schroeder
Racin' Today:
Trucker Hornaday Wins Third-Quarter Award by Lewis Franck;
Dover Notes: Tires Have Hamlin Smoking Mad by Jeff Hood
Racing Geek:
AAA 400 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Junior Continues War of Words and
Johnson Bests the Monster by Pete Pistone
Roanoke Times:
Jeff Gordon discusses partial schedule and
Loss of liquor brands sobering news for sport by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Being John Wes Townley by Jeff Gluck;
Three Cup teams that deserve tip of the hat by Jared Turner;
Sponsorship issues shouldn't spoil Mike Skinner's career by David Exum
SPEEDtv:
JPM Stays Hot On Track, Cold Off and
Johnson Ready For Prime Time and
Hamlin Struggles At Dover by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Rev'd Up: Live from the Monster Mile and
Kelly Bires sure he's the right man for the job at JR Motorsports by Rebecca Spence;
Like the NFL, NASCAR should implement rules against tampering by Clayton Caldwell
USA Today:
Field of 12 knows a single race doesn't win or lose the Chase and;
Dover notebook: Cup drivers visit injured troops by Gary Graves
Washington Post:
For Martin, 50 still nifty as he chases title by Liz Clark
Yahoo Sports:
To truly succeed, Kahne needs a change by Jay Hart
posted September 25, 2009
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ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Can Johnson pull off Dover sweep? by Mark Garrow
All Left Turns:
How much do NASCAR drivers make? by Patrick Reynolds
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Is Mark Martin better at 50 than he was at 30? by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
So Long, Jack D. and Jim B., We Hardly Knew 'Ya by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Is Bobby Labonte Truly at The Twilight of His Storied Career? by Rob Tiongson
Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR legend [Ned Jarrett] learned early about community by Joe DePriest
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne needs a big boost at Dover by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
NASCAR Continues To Expand Online Offerings by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
'Big Bill' France born 100 years ago by Godwin Kelly
Delaware News Journal:
Double-file restarts bring new strategy to Dover and
Johnson's winning formula pretty simple by Mike Finney
Detroit Free Press:
The spin doctor and
NASCAR fans aren't loving the Chase by Mike Brudenell
Fan Zone Sports:
Where There Is Smoke There Is Usually Fire, Did This Fire Burn Out? by Sal Sigala Jr
FoxSports:
Edwards, Biffle in danger of becoming also-rans by Larry McReynolds;
Kahne facing Chase deficit, unknown future by Lee Spencer;
Kenseth has time to focus on what went wrong by Jorge Mondaca
- Frontstretch:
Is There A Hex On UPS Cars? by Kurt Smith;
It's All Fun And Games -- But In NASCAR, Someone Is Bleeding To Death by Amy Henderson;
Driven To The Past: When We Were Young And Crazy ... by John Potts;
The Question That Is Getting "Old" In NASCAR by S.D. Grady;
Tearing Apart The Trucks: Johnny Benson, Kyle Busch, And Con-Way Freight? by Beth Lunkenheimer
Georgia Racing History:
A Talk With Jack Smith by Eddie Samples
Hampton Roads:
Subpoenas, possible sanctions add to Mayfield case by Duston Long
Indianapolis Star:
Martin has shot to keep this lead by Curt Cavin
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Bald Bodine proudly wears the Onion label by Jeff Wolf
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase heads to Dover by Amanda Vincent
Los Angeles Times:
NASCAR's Kenseth: Johnson top pick in Chase by Jim Peltz
Michigan Live:
Booth Newspapers auto racing panel makes its picks for Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race at Dover
MikeMulhern.net
Pit roads appear increasingly dangerous, and perhaps NASCAR should start penalizing drivers and
Is NASCAR stagnating?
NASCAR.com:
Final thoughts from Swan as she enters motherhood by Raygan Swan;
Pit-road adjustments spur Gordon to '96 win at Dover by Mark Aumann
NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle hopes to Mash the Monster at Dover by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
The Chase Demands Perfection by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Where "generic" works by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Jessica Murphy makes drive for diversity in NASCAR by Tania Ganguli
Philadelphia Daily News:
Now that he's in the Chase, Montoya wants to win it all by Bill Fleischman
Philadelphia Inquirer:
Dover casino prepares for NASCAR fans by Pete Schnatz
Race Talk Radio:
Round Two Attacking the Monster and Testing Roush by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
This Year’s Chase for Cup Is One For The Ages by Jeff Hood;
Some Orders Are Tough To Swallow by Rick Minter;
Testing Policy Should Receive Passing Grade by Mike Harris;
Fantasy Racing: Dover by Nick Bromberg
Racing Geek:
The Peril of Being a Mark Martin Fan by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
Busch Still Focused on Title by Pete Pistone
Racing Tool:
Potential Sponsors Are Missing Out on the NASCAR Game by David Dubczak
SceneDaily:
Tougher penalties needed during Chase by Bob Pockrass;
Hoping Mark Martin can win it all by Carolyn Brewster;
Anything is possible in NASCAR's Chase For The Sprint Cup by Rea White
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Early Chase races are stacked in Johnson's favor by Janelle Jalbert
Southern Pines Pilot:
Dry Run: Losing Sponsors Hurts Racing by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Chase Pressure Is On by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
NASCAR's Championship Chase is losing fire before it even begins by Clayton Caldwell;
Ryan Newman: Is improvement the only goal? by Lee Scoggins;
The final straw: Commercials made me unplug the cable by Larry VanZandt
Sports Illustrated:
Top five drivers to watch in Dover by Lars Anderson;
Practice made perfect for rising contender Montoya by Mark Beech;
As teammates thrive, Gordon still looking for Chase championship by Tom Bowles
Spotter Stand:
Flag Stand: One Last Look at Race 1 Of The Chase by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Gazette:
The Chase, The Fans and the NFL by Chuck Abrams
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Brian Vickers a young veteran looks up to the prize by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Dover stop kind to defending Sprint Cup champ Johnson by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Martin offers Montoya a teaching moment by Ricky Craven
posted September 24, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Hornaday, Martin making boomers proud by Ed Hinton;
Crunching numbers for Dover by Matt Willis;
Ban testing entirely or don't ban it at all by Terry Blount
Alabama Live:
Kahne and Busch already have two strikes against them by Doug Demmons
Asheville Citizen-Times:
Martin has shot at surpassing Gant's record by Bob Berghaus
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Chasers out of the gate strong by Matt Taliaferro;
Stock Car Racing: A return to its roots by Matt McLaughlin
Augusta Chronicle:
NASCAR newsmaker: Greg Biffle and
Finding the right track by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Should Chase Races be on Saturdays? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Ryan Truex Could Clinch Camping World Series East Championship At Dover by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Big 10 Racer Rankings: Bunched Up Field by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Busch, Kahne on mission while teams are in transition by Pete Pistone
Dallas Morning News:
Untested Montoya has got nothing to lose in Chase by Anthony Andro
Daly Planet:
SPEED Hopes To Build On Truck Series Momentum by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
NASCAR won't be testing in '10 either by Godwin Kelly
Delaware News Journal:
Solutions to NASCAR's burning questions and
Truex hands Dover tickets to less fortunate fans and
Fans pull for humble, persistent Martin by Mike Finney
Fayettville Observer:
A quick tune-up by Thomas Pope
FoxSports:
What it's like to be Mark Martin by Darrell Waltrip;
Debate: Will Jimmie Johnson win title again? by Larry McReynolds & Jeff Hammond;
Still searching for fifth title, Gordon's view changes by Rea White
- Frontstretch:
Time For Mayfield To Fix Self - Forget NASCAR by Tommy Thompson;
Fanning the Flames: Touch 'Em All...From Jimmie to Jeremy and Back to Juan by Matt Taliaferro;
Voices From the Heartland: NASCAR Deems that Allmendinger is 'Expendable' by Jeff Meyer;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: Erasing The Chase by Matt McLaughlin;
Fantasy Insider: In the Clutches of the Monster (Trophy) by Mike Neff and Bryan Davis Keith
Hampton Roads:
Looking ahead to Dover by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
TV Ratings Plunge Signals Need for Serious and Immediate Attention by Doug Demmons
Kansas City Star:
A cooler Montoya says he’ll dial up the intensity by Randy Covitz
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Dover by Jo ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Ricky Carmichael content with four wheels but not snakes by Jeff Wolf
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Keselowski hopes to repeat at Dover by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR opens up testing a little for teams...but wait till you see the tracks they can now use.... and
NASCAR officials facing questions about safety issues, in the wake of Sunday's New Hampshire 300 and
Goodyear kicks off Daytona 500 testing....so where are the veteran drivers?
NASCAR.com:
Regional tracks welcome relaxed testing policy by David Caraviello;
JGR running circles around the competition at Dover by Jarrod Breeze;
Make-or-break race looms for Hamlin at Monster Mile and
Sauter opening eyes in first season driving a truck by Bill Kimm;
Little change after Loudon; Dover could change that by Marty Snider;
MMI: Tony Stewart-built, Cary Agajanian-approved by Joe Menzer
NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR tweaks testing policy... wink, wink, nudge, nudge by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Montoya and Ganassi…Straight Shooters by Journo
Philadelphia Daily News:
In the Chase, Martin wants to win it all, not just show up by Bill Fleischman
Press of Atlantic City:
Another Truex racing up front: Ryan Truex can clinch NASCAR developmental series title by Jason Mazda
Race Journal Online:
I Was Just Wonderin'... Are We Ready for Another Earnhardt by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Making the Grade- New Hampshire 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Championship Banquet Could Be At Denny’s by Rick Minter;
Tryson Defection Puts Busch, Penske In Awkward Spot by John Sturbin
Racing Gal:
Inspiration from the Top by Victoria Lane
Racing Junky:
10 Best - 10 Worst Drivers at Dover by Skip Jefferson;
Sprint Cup Power Rankings after New Hampshire by Teresa Bowling
RacingOne:
Look Out Below by Pete Pistone
SceneDaily:
NASCAR needs to rethink testing policy by Jim Duff;
Up with people at Braun Racing by Lee Montgomery;
Testing: A good call by Mike Hembree;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: Fan hospitality tent an oasis before the race by Carolyn Brewster
SPEEDtv:
Another Honor For Hornaday by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: New Hampshire by Jeffrey Boswell;
Reed Sorenson plays the role as ultimate team player by Heath Heidemann;
On Pit Road: Pressure got to Dale Earnhardt Jr. at New Hampshire by Joe Dunn
Stock Car Spin:
The Pot(Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Calls the Kettle(David Reutimann) Black by Hopper
USA Today:
Logano finds key to the city amid busy week, so-so N.H. trip by Joey Logano;
Vickers: Sprint Cup title in reach if we 'stop beating ourselves' by Gary Graves;
Hard liquor sponsorships in NASCAR suddenly go dry by Nate Ryan;
Team notes: Chase drivers shift attention to Dover
Vegas Insider:
Dover Preview by Micah Roberts
York Dispatch:
Look for Chase thrills at Dover by Ellen Siska
posted September 23, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Ganassi's passion fuels EGR by David Newton
Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Loudon & Dover by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Sponsors continue to leave NASCAR by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Should NASCAR Revise Pit Road Rules? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Mark Martin: Why NASCAR's Unlikely Sex Symbol Is Nothing Short of Red Hot by Kara Martin;
The Lugnut Report: Kurt Busch Solidifies Chase Spot with Loudon Top 10 by Jen Preston
Bump Drafts:
I Know How Petty’s Employees Feel by Patrick Reynolds
CBS Sports:
Feud: Sorenson's future, safety decisions, Kurt Busch's crew chief by Pete Pistone and Brian De Los Santos
Daily Nonpareil:
Martin, Montoya ride early Chase momentum by Marsha Hoffman
Daly Planet:
NASCAR's Football Nightmare Continues by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Roush's other teams pitch in by Godwin Kelly
Element of Speed:
NASCAR Chase Should Be Winners-Only Club? by Summer Dreyer
FoxSports:
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Mondaca
- Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Liquor's Love Affair Turned Divorce, Throwing Caution To The Wind, And Finding Earnhardt by Tom Bowles;
Mirror Driving: Montoya Or Martin Driving Dirty?, A Cautionary Tale, And As The Tryson Turns by the Frontstretch Staff;
Top Ten Reasons Mark Martin Signed With Hendrick And GoDaddy.com Through 2011 by Jeff Meyer;
Strong Chase Starts Not Always A Recipe For Championship Success by Vito Pugliese;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After New Hampshire compiled by Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Montoya Proves he is Going for Broke at Loudon by Chuck Abrams
Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner - Dover Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel
MikeMulhern.net:
Kurt Busch's Take: Awkward dealing with crew chief barred from the shop, during championship chase and
Jimmie Johnson says NASCAR and drivers need to rethink how to deal with a last-lap crash like at Loudon
Motorsports Soapbox:
Johnson: NASCAR Erred In Withholding Loudon Yellow by Dave Moody
Motorsports Talk:
On Harvick v. Hornaday, Harvick v. Crafton, Johnny Sauter, and nuclear engineers by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
NASCAR Power Rankings;
Next time, don't wait to throw the caution flag by David Caraviello;
Head2Head: Out 100-plus, who is still in the title hunt? by Duane Cross and Bill Kimm;
Moore looks back at his brush with Stewart's car by Raygan Swan
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
NASCAR made the right call by waiting to throw yellow flag by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #42 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
Dover Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Mark Martin vs. Juan Pablo Montoya by Monte Dutton
PhillyBurbs:
Chasing a meaningless regular season by Ernie Saxton
Racin' Today:
Martin Still Has The Drive And Now He Has The Ride by Mike Harris
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
RacingOne:
RacingOne Power Rankings
Roanoke Times:
Veteran drivers of Chase hold edge by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
New Hampshire was good, Dover could be great by Mike Hembree;
Dodge camp needs a do-over to start this Chase by Kris Johnson;
Matt Crafton comfortable with his line – and life – in the sand by Krista Voda
SPEEDtv:
Kurt Busch Faces Chase Challenges and
Roush Not Giving Up On Title and
Montoya Kicks It Into High Gear by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Championship Chase Watch: One down, nine to go by Larry Taylor;
Roger Penske's handling of Pat Tryson all about faith in personnel by Heath Heidemann
Sports Illustrated:
Leaps of faith turning out well for Stewart, Chitwood by Brant James;
Martin on top of Power Rankings after first race of the Chase by Tom Bowles;
Hamlin's key to championship is realizing it's a contact sport by Tim Tuttle
Stock Car Gazette:
Kyle Busch Won Truck Series Race With Speed Network's Help by Steve Langley;
Anatomy Of A NASCAR Mega Crash by Mike Irwin
Stock Car History Online:
The Tom Kirkland Collection: The Crash
USA Today:
Biffle puts N.H. in rear view, ready to hit the mark at Dover by Greg Biffle
Drivers say delayed caution flag led to unsafe situation by Nate Ryan and Gary Graves
Wilmington News Journal:
Race traffic not a speedway in Dover by James Merriweather;
Uneasy road ahead for Kahne and
Four winless drivers in thick of Cup championship race by Mike Finney
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Old vs. New by Jay Hart
posted September 22, 2009
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ESPN:
Gustafson's star rising fast by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers after New Hampshire by Matt Willis;
Johnson says safety was at issue and
What the NHRA has that NASCAR doesn't by David Newton;
Rank 'Em: Chase Drivers
Athlon Sports:
Tough Sledding: Martin holds off Montoya at NHMS by Amanda Brahler
Auto Racing Daily:
Might be Time to Rescind the Four-Teams-Per-Owner Rule by Jerry Bonkowski
Bump Drafts:
It’s OK, Martin Fans…You Can Believe by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Non-Chasers already making things interesting by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet Story Link:
Spencer Exits Before Helton Interview On "TWIN" by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Hey Willie! Sprint Cup drivers should race ARCA by Ken Willis
FoxSports:
Montoya proves at Loudon he can contend for title by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
Montoya Shows 2010 Championship Credentials In 100th Start by Danny Peters;
Beyond The Cockpit: Austin Dillon On Racing With Grandpa Richard by Jeff Meyer;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN ... Chase ... Overload by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup : Sylvania 300 Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Running Their Mouth: Sylvania 300 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Hartford Courant:
Weekend Postscript: Some Thoughts And Opinions After A Long Weekend Of Racing Action At NHMS by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
Kevin Harvick, Inc. – What are the Priorities? by Allen Madding
Las Vegas Sun:
Martin wins and Montoya whines by Mike Smith
Lexington Dispatch:
Johnson needs to be near perfect by Ben White
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Are Penske and Petty in trouble? by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
TV ratings for NASCAR's championship playoff opener don't look promising
NASCAR.com:
Lame duck or not, Tryson wants to win with Busch by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Like it or not, team orders are part of racing by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
We want to know: Did NASCAR do the right thing with the final caution at Loudon? and
Loss of sponsor could spell the end of fourth car at Childress and
Former brother in law testifies that Mayfield used meth ‘daily’, but does anyone still care? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
This Ain’t Formula One Harvick by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Chase notebook: Kurt Busch crew chief Pat Tryson says all is well by Monte Dutton
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Mark Martin on Top of the World, And the Points! by Carol Einarsson
RaceReportRadio:
Chase Race One is History by Sam Atwell
Racin' Today:
A Goose-Egg Champion? It’s A Possibility and
Montoya Brings Passion To The Chase by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Montoya Maintains Composure by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
To those who missed the Chase: See ya next year by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Martin Winning Round One by Jordan Bianchi
Racing Tool:
Success with TRG Good for Labonte, Bad for Hall of Fame Racing by David Dubczak
RacingWin:
Why Are You a NASCAR Fan? by RacingWin
Roanoke Times:
Crucial weekend for Kahne by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Kasey Kahne engine sabotage? Team engine guy says no way by Bob Pockrass;
Can Mark Martin boost NASCAR’s TV ratings? by Art Weinstein;
Jimmie Johnson makes a good first step toward history by Steve Waid;
Mark Martin: The reason for my success is Alan Gustafson by Lee Montgomery
SPEEDtv:
Déjà Vu All Over Again and
Junior Tries To Rebound From Debacle and
Vickers Dodges A Bullet by Tom Jensen;
‘Real Deal’ With Jimmie Johnson by Wendy Venturini;
The American Dream by John Roberts
SpeedwayMedia:
The Final Word: Unfaltering old man of the mountain conquers New Hampshire by Ron Thornton;
Denny Hamlin inches toward first championship with second at New Hampshire by Angie Campbell;
Dale Earnhardt Jr. needs to learn a lesson from his peers by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
What To Count, What To Discount After Race by Bass Masters
Sports Illustrated:
Five things we learned at Loudon by Mark Beech
Sports Network:
Kahne already doomed in the Chase by Chris Symeon
Spotter Stand:
Smoke Screen: Martin Makes A Statement; The Pat Tryson Saga; And The Montoya Interview by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car History Online:
Living History Video Series: Snow on the Beach by Rick Houston
Tennessean:
Jack Daniel's will end NASCAR sponsorship by G. Chambers Williams III
Wilmington News Journal:
Uneasy road ahead for Kahne by Mike Finney
Wbur.org:
NASCAR Doesn’t Belong To The South by Andrew Phelps
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Chase opener offers plenty of insight by Jenna Fryer;
NASCAR waited too long to throw the last of its many cautions by Jay Busbee
posted September 21, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Monday Rundown: Simply no room for error in '09 Chase by Terry Blount;
Nice guys do finish first by Ed Hinton
Associated Press:
Martin grabs 5th win of season in Chase opener by Jenna Fryer;
Engine failure ends Kahne's day early by Will Graves
Athlon Sports:
Tough Sledding: Martin holds off Montoya at NHMS by Amanda Brahler
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Martin wins again, Earnhardt Jr crashes by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
Martin opens Chase with win by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Martin Could be Onus For NASCAR to Start “Senior Tour” by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Updated probability table: Martin closes in on Stewart by Dale Watermill
Boston Globe:
Waiting game pays off for savvy Martin and
Up to old tricks: On new team, Martin is top seed in Chase by Michael Whitmer;
Kahne can’t provide finishing touch at Loudon/Notebook by Michael Vega and Michael Whitmer;
Pitfalls spoil Stewart’s day by Julian Benbow
Boston Herald:
Wily Martin wins Chase opener and
Daring Denny Hamlin takes 2nd/Notebook by Rich Thompson
Bleacher Report:
Winners and Losers: Sylvania 300 and
The Lugnut Report: Different Track, Same Results for Michael Waltrip by Patti Rodisch;
Dale Earnhardt Jr gets subverted again by Tom Thomason
Bump Drafts:
Race React: Crew Chief’s Call "On The Mark" by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Sylvania 300 by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Breaking down the Chase drivers after Week 1 by Pete Pistone
Citizen of Loconia:
Sylvania 300: Martin survives at Loudon by Mike Marzelli;
If they're racing, NASCAR friends meet again by Harrison Haas
CloseFinishes:
New Fuel Efficiency Regulations Spell Change For NASCAR by John Close
Columbia NASCAR Examiner :
Kahne blows engine, drops to 12th in Chase by Darren Pope
Concord Monitor:
Better with age - Martin's experience proves fruitful in Sylvania 300 and
NHMS notes: Martin hails the chief by Dave D'Onofrio;
Five for 5: Fifth win of season puts Martin in firm control of the Chase by Gavin Faretra;
Kahne up in smoke by Michael Pezone
Daly Planet:
Mike Helton To Guest On "TWIN" Monday Night and
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From New Hampshire On ABC by John Daly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya dominates New Hampshire by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
NASCAR Makes Risky Late Caution Call by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Dover will be a real Monster for some and
Engine woes at Loudon hurt Kahne's title hopes and
The Hot Pass: Martin hangs tough for win by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Montoya and Mystery Debris? The Perfect Formula To Ruin Martin's Perfect Ending ... NOT by Tom Bowles;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Fall New Hampshire Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder: Sylvania 300 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Andretti, Labonte's Solid Showing Leaves Speed Searching For Answers by Mike Ravesi;
Rookies Perform Terribly While A Former ROTY Performs Terribly At Loudon by Tony Lumbis
Hartford Courant:
Solving The Puzzle: Mark Martin Kicks Off Chase By Snapping New Hampshire Winless Streak and
Confusion Reigns At The Close Of Chase Opening Sylvania 300 At New Hampshire Motor Speedway and
Good Day Gone Bad: Possible Top-5 For Dale Earnhardt Jr. Ends In Crunching Fashion Late At NHMS and
Scenes From Sunday At New Hampshire International Speeway On Sylvania 300 Day and
Home Cooked: Joey Logano Struggles To Find Handle Again On Sprint Cup Car At New Hampshire by Shawn Courchesne
Indianapolis Motorsport Examiner:
Newman escapes Sylvania 300 with a Top Ten finish by Jeff Norris
Insider Racing News:
One Small Step For NASCAR, One Giant Leap For Mark Martin by Ron Felix;
Favorites for the 2009 Chase by Matthew Pizzolato
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Martin wins first Chase race to maintain points lead by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR may give teams some help on testing and springs for 2010...is there more to come? and
Wily Mark Martin has a little something extra at the finish for Juan Pablo Montoya, in a remarkably aggressive title chase opener and
Did safety take a backseat in Sunday's Loudon 300? Or did NASCAR play it all right? and
Mark Martin beats Montoya and Hamlin in a crash-marred, controversy-filled New Hampshire 300, opening the championship chase with a bang! bang! bang!
NASCAR.com:
Stewart makes the best of potential disaster at NHMS by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Sorenson battles on in tough situation and
Montoya’s near-perfect weekend is a message to Chasers and
Tryson announcement puts Kurt Busch in tough position by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
Junior’s good day wrecked and
Kahne's Mulligan and
Perfect fit for Hendrick duo by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle battles back at Loudon by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Hey Penske, Why Not Just Release Tryson? by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
The fast get faster, and the unlucky get unluckier and
Mark Martin wins first Chase race by Monte Dutton
New Hampshire Union Leader :
Mechanical problems prompt Stewart to 'bolt' by Allen Lessels;
Martin's the man: NASCAR veteran credits his crew chief for Sylvania 300 win by Mark LaBore;
Loudon man flying high in NASCAR parking by Roger Amsden
Racin' Today:
Martin Kicks Off Chase With A Victory In Loudon by Nick Bromberg
RacingOne:
Hot Laps: New Hampshire by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Junior's crash, NASCAR's debris cautions and a Hendrick win make for predictable Chase opener by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Martin extends his Chase lead and
Junior bashes Reutimann/Notes by Dustin Long
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson hits his marks for a solid Chase opener by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Martin Has Big Points Day and
Montoya Gets Schooled and
Kahne Digs Big Chase Hole and
Hamlin Second At N.H. by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising: New Hampshire Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Mark Martin holds on to win at New Hampshire, extends Chase points lead by Jonathan Lintner
Sporting News:
Martin expands Chase lead with Loudon win and
Notebook: Hamlin holds serve in Chase opener by Reid Spencer
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jr. On Track For Worst Points Finish of Career, Yet Fans Still Adore Him by Lou Modestino;
Track Trash - A New Hampster by Racing Maniac;
Congrats to Mark Martin! by Steve Langley
Stock Car Spin:
The "Day After" Discussion: Loudon by Hopper
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Brain Vickers: New guy on the block is not blocked by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Martin off to fast start in Chase with New Hampshire victory by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Martin expects the worst, comes up checkers by Jay Hart
posted September 21, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Monday Rundown: Simply no room for error in '09 Chase by Terry Blount;
Nice guys do finish first by Ed Hinton
Associated Press:
Martin grabs 5th win of season in Chase opener by Jenna Fryer;
Engine failure ends Kahne's day early by Will Graves
Athlon Sports:
Tough Sledding: Martin holds off Montoya at NHMS by Amanda Brahler
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Martin wins again, Earnhardt Jr crashes by Jeremy Dunn
Augusta Chronicle:
Martin opens Chase with win by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Martin Could be Onus For NASCAR to Start “Senior Tour” by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Updated probability table: Martin closes in on Stewart by Dale Watermill
Boston Globe:
Waiting game pays off for savvy Martin and
Up to old tricks: On new team, Martin is top seed in Chase by Michael Whitmer;
Kahne can’t provide finishing touch at Loudon/Notebook by Michael Vega and Michael Whitmer;
Pitfalls spoil Stewart’s day by Julian Benbow
Boston Herald:
Wily Martin wins Chase opener and
Daring Denny Hamlin takes 2nd/Notebook by Rich Thompson
Bleacher Report:
Winners and Losers: Sylvania 300 and
The Lugnut Report: Different Track, Same Results for Michael Waltrip by Patti Rodisch;
Dale Earnhardt Jr gets subverted again by Tom Thomason
Bump Drafts:
Race React: Crew Chief’s Call "On The Mark" by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Sylvania 300 by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Breaking down the Chase drivers after Week 1 by Pete Pistone
Citizen of Loconia:
Sylvania 300: Martin survives at Loudon by Mike Marzelli;
If they're racing, NASCAR friends meet again by Harrison Haas
CloseFinishes:
New Fuel Efficiency Regulations Spell Change For NASCAR by John Close
Columbia NASCAR Examiner :
Kahne blows engine, drops to 12th in Chase by Darren Pope
Concord Monitor:
Better with age - Martin's experience proves fruitful in Sylvania 300 and
NHMS notes: Martin hails the chief by Dave D'Onofrio;
Five for 5: Fifth win of season puts Martin in firm control of the Chase by Gavin Faretra;
Kahne up in smoke by Michael Pezone
Daly Planet:
Mike Helton To Guest On "TWIN" Monday Night and
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From New Hampshire On ABC by John Daly
Detroit NASCAR Examiner:
Montoya dominates New Hampshire by Josh Lobdell
FanHouse:
NASCAR Makes Risky Late Caution Call by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Dover will be a real Monster for some and
Engine woes at Loudon hurt Kahne's title hopes and
The Hot Pass: Martin hangs tough for win by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Montoya and Mystery Debris? The Perfect Formula To Ruin Martin's Perfect Ending ... NOT by Tom Bowles;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Fall New Hampshire Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder: Sylvania 300 Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Andretti, Labonte's Solid Showing Leaves Speed Searching For Answers by Mike Ravesi;
Rookies Perform Terribly While A Former ROTY Performs Terribly At Loudon by Tony Lumbis
Hartford Courant:
Solving The Puzzle: Mark Martin Kicks Off Chase By Snapping New Hampshire Winless Streak and
Confusion Reigns At The Close Of Chase Opening Sylvania 300 At New Hampshire Motor Speedway and
Good Day Gone Bad: Possible Top-5 For Dale Earnhardt Jr. Ends In Crunching Fashion Late At NHMS and
Scenes From Sunday At New Hampshire International Speeway On Sylvania 300 Day and
Home Cooked: Joey Logano Struggles To Find Handle Again On Sprint Cup Car At New Hampshire by Shawn Courchesne
Indianapolis Motorsport Examiner:
Newman escapes Sylvania 300 with a Top Ten finish by Jeff Norris
Insider Racing News:
One Small Step For NASCAR, One Giant Leap For Mark Martin by Ron Felix;
Favorites for the 2009 Chase by Matthew Pizzolato
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Martin wins first Chase race to maintain points lead by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR may give teams some help on testing and springs for 2010...is there more to come? and
Wily Mark Martin has a little something extra at the finish for Juan Pablo Montoya, in a remarkably aggressive title chase opener and
Did safety take a backseat in Sunday's Loudon 300? Or did NASCAR play it all right? and
Mark Martin beats Montoya and Hamlin in a crash-marred, controversy-filled New Hampshire 300, opening the championship chase with a bang! bang! bang!
NASCAR.com:
Stewart makes the best of potential disaster at NHMS by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Sorenson battles on in tough situation and
Montoya’s near-perfect weekend is a message to Chasers and
Tryson announcement puts Kurt Busch in tough position by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
Junior’s good day wrecked and
Kahne's Mulligan and
Perfect fit for Hendrick duo by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Biffle battles back at Loudon by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Hey Penske, Why Not Just Release Tryson? by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
The fast get faster, and the unlucky get unluckier and
Mark Martin wins first Chase race by Monte Dutton
New Hampshire Union Leader :
Mechanical problems prompt Stewart to 'bolt' by Allen Lessels;
Martin's the man: NASCAR veteran credits his crew chief for Sylvania 300 win by Mark LaBore;
Loudon man flying high in NASCAR parking by Roger Amsden
Racin' Today:
Martin Kicks Off Chase With A Victory In Loudon by Nick Bromberg
RacingOne:
Hot Laps: New Hampshire by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Junior's crash, NASCAR's debris cautions and a Hendrick win make for predictable Chase opener by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Martin extends his Chase lead and
Junior bashes Reutimann/Notes by Dustin Long
Southern California Motorsports Examiner:
Jimmie Johnson hits his marks for a solid Chase opener by Janelle Jalbert
SPEEDtv:
Martin Has Big Points Day and
Montoya Gets Schooled and
Kahne Digs Big Chase Hole and
Hamlin Second At N.H. by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising: New Hampshire Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Mark Martin holds on to win at New Hampshire, extends Chase points lead by Jonathan Lintner
Sporting News:
Martin expands Chase lead with Loudon win and
Notebook: Hamlin holds serve in Chase opener by Reid Spencer
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Jr. On Track For Worst Points Finish of Career, Yet Fans Still Adore Him by Lou Modestino;
Track Trash - A New Hampster by Racing Maniac;
Congrats to Mark Martin! by Steve Langley
Stock Car Spin:
The "Day After" Discussion: Loudon by Hopper
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
Brain Vickers: New guy on the block is not blocked by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
Martin off to fast start in Chase with New Hampshire victory by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Martin expects the worst, comes up checkers by Jay Hart
posted September 20, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Fantasy NASCAR with "Guru" Mark Garrow;
Live Chat from Loudon!;
The Chase Eliminator: Martin's year?by Matthew Willis;
Chase time is Jimmie's time by Ed Hinton
Augusta Chronicle:
Chase starts with no one taking the favorite's role by Don Coble
Boston Globe:
Changing a shock - NASCAR mostly embraces Chase by Michael Vega;
Up to old tricks - On new team, Martin is top seed in Chase and
Four-wheel drive: Johnson has been a consistent force in pursuit of his fourth straight Chase title by Michael Whitmer;
A truck giveaway at track/Notebook by Julian Benbow
Boston Herald:
Roush Fenway Racing on track and
Definitely an ‘I’ in Tony Stewart’s team/Notes by Rich Thompson
Bleacher Report:
Harvick not happy at New Hampshire by David Yeazell
Bump Drafts:
For "The Rest", There’s Plenty To Race For by Jim McCoy
Concord Monitor:
For Hamlin, time to achieve and
NHMS notebook: They still can't catch Montoya by Dave D'Onofrio;
Graying but driven - Mark Martin by Ray Duckler
Daly Planet:
Third Time At The Big Dance For ESPN by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Chasing News You Can Use by Godwin Kelly
fanzonesports:
Juan Montoya Disses A Northern California Television Station, Or Not? by Sal Sigala Jr.
Foster's Daily Democrat:
[Kyle] Busch makes history at Speedway by Mike Marzelli;
Kyle Busch the bad guy, Logano the hero at Magic Mile by John Doyle
FoxSports:
Drivers to watch at New Hampshire
Hartford Courant:
At 50, It's Ultimate Chase For Martin and
Stories From The Road: Morning Chill Wiped Away By Heated Race To The Track and
On Fumes To Beat The Fuming: Kyle Busch Stretches The Fuel Right To Hold Off Angry Teammates by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
Who Will Win It All? by Kim Roberson
MikeMulhern.net:
It's NASCAR vs the NFL now, and stock car guys need to crank it up: Maybe 'Tim Brewer Unleashed' and
And just what might Kyle Busch be up to these next 10 weeks, while those rivals are racing toward the championship? Jamming for Denny Hamlin perhaps and
Number Five? [Jeff Gordon]
NASCAR.com:
Labonte's TRG team finds funding to start N.H. event by David Caraviello;
Chase rookie Montoya has bull's-eye on his #42 by Dave Rodman
NASCAR This Week:
Home on the range and
Edwards masters the playoff wrinkles and
The prelude to the Chase by Monte Dutton
NASCAR News And Notes:
Welcome To The Chase Juan by Travis Barend
New Hampshire Union Leader:
Chasing Jimmie: Everybody's watching Johnson by Allen Lessels
Racin' Today:
Race Day: New Hampshire Is The Place For The Chase and
Meet The Chase Class Of 2009 by John Sturbin;
Open-Wheel Rivals Chasing Each Other In Cup by Mike Harris;
NASCAR – Do You Know Where Your Star Is? by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Chase is On for Montoya by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Hard to blame Tryson for leaving Kurt Busch and
Doing well at New Hampshire is helpful but not necessary for Chasers by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
Restarts become crucial and
Gordon discusses titles/Notes by Dustin Long
Roberts NASCAR Notes:
New Hampshire Practice: Montoya Fastest Again, and Again, and Again! by Micah Roberts
SceneDaily:
Surprise or statement for Juan Pablo Montoya? by Kenny Bruce;
Debating the Chase drivers: Can Roush Fenway Racing's Greg Biffle win the title? by Kenny Bruce and Mike Hembree
SPEEDtv::
Montoya Blazing Fast At NH by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Here's my pick to win the Chase For The Sprint Cup by Lee Montgomery;
Jeff Gordon wears unusual Chase moniker: Underdog and
Kyle Busch holds off Kevin Harvick Inc. teammates to win at New Hampshire by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Busch wins at NHIS by Pamela
Sporting News:
Notebook: Fire at home is Biffle's latest hassle by Reid Spencer;
Mark Martin: The Dark Horse by Matt Crossman
posted September 19, 2009
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ESPN:
Montoya may just have it all figured out by Ed Hinton;
Martin's extension sets off flurry of weird scenarios by David Newton
Associated Press:
Montoya opens Chase with pole-winning run by Will Graves;
Tryson leaving Penske Racing for personal reasons and
Martin signs contract extension through 2011 by Jenna Fryer
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
What if the Nationwide Series raced under the Chase format? by Jeremy Dunn
Bleacher Report:
From Tailgate to Trackside: NASCAR Lives It Up in Loudon by Kara Martin;
For Trevor Bayne, Connections Are The Key To Early Racing Success by Mary Jo Buchanan
Boston Globe:
He’s [Montoya] making the Chase look easy by Michael Whitmer
Boston Herald:
Mark Martin in driver’s seat and
NHMS home to Joey Logano and
Juan Pablo Montoya sets mark/Notebook by Rich Thompson
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: In It To Win It At Loudon by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
As Chase gets going, it's contenders vs. 31 potential party crashers by Pete Pistone
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Get some differerent tracks in the Chase by Lindsey Young
Citizen of Laconia:
Record Speed - Montoya shatters NHMS mark in capturing pole by Ryan O'Leary
Concord Monitor:
In complete control - Montoya sets track record to win pole and
Changing times - For Jeff Gordon, winning the championship would have a different meaning today by Dave D'Onofrio
Crittenden Automotive Library:
Random Lugnuts: NASCAR Teams and Sponsorship Money by Bill Crittenden
Daly Planet:
Mods And Trucks Rock SPEED On Saturday by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor and
Martin poised to go all the way in Chase by Mike Brudenell
Fanzonesports:
"Actions Speak Louder Than Words," Can Easily Be In Kyle Busch's Vocabulary by Sal Sigala Jr.
Florida Times Union:
Montoya is focusing on wins, not top-10s by Don Coble
Florida Today:
Season's final laps not just about stock cars by Mark DeCotis;
Will the Real Richard Petty Please Stand Up? by Nancy Nuce
FoxSports:
How I would go about winning the championship by Darrell Waltrip;
Confusion reigns at Richard Petty Motorsports and
NASCAR's elite run laps around New York and
Busch, Tryson together to the end by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Who's Going To Win It All? Our 2009 Chase Predictions
Hartford Cournat:
Out Front: Juan Pablo Montoya Wins Pole For Sprint Cup Series Chase Opener At New Hampshire and
Mark Martin Un-Retirement To Continue At Least Through 2011 At Hendrick Motorsports and
Eddie MacDonald Back To New Hampshire Motor Speedway Victory Lane In Camping World East Series and
Bruising Battle: Last Lap Bump And Run Gives Keith Rocco Victory Over Ted Christopher At Stafford Motor Speedway by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
Diary of Disappointment: Kyle Busch Loses the Race to the Chase by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Excitement of racing's playoffs tough to beat by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
Will Stewart make this the year of the owner-driver? and
This Week's Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
MikeMulhern.net:
Juan Pablo! Will he be the big surprise of the chase? He's on the pole for Sunday's 300..but questions abound and
Rick Hendrick has no hesitation in signing Mark Martin to a 2011 contract...and with good reason and
So who's the boss? Kasey Kahne says he's scratching his head over that question and
A NASCAR double-header at Indianapolis next summer? Now, can NASCAR find a car for Danica?
NASCAR.com:
Indications of vulnerability for NASCAR's Superman? by David Caraviello;
Momentum a hit-or-miss thing heading into Chase by Mark Aumann
NASCAR Daily News:
Hamlin knows what not to do in the Chase and
Juan's one formula for success by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Fire at NASCAR driver Biffle’s home caused by gas leak by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
Things Are Tough All Over - Just Ask Reed Sorenson by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR News And Notes:
Chase Preview: Hendrick Hard To Beat by Travis Barend
New Hampshire Union Leader:
Chase is wide open by Allen Lessels;
NHMS Notebook: Hornaday keeps on truckin' by Mark LaBore
Orlando Sentinel:
Who would have guessed it: 50-year-old racer Mark Martin is a huge rap music fan by Tania Ganguli
Roanoke Times:
Kahne uncertain of future at RPM and
Martin reluctant to talk about title by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Team owners don't belong in NASCAR broadcast booth and
Contract extension proves Mark Martin is on top of his game by Jeff Gluck;
The Chase and … Joe Nemechek? by Kenny Bruce;
Jimmie Johnson remains the man to beat by David Exum
Sporting News:
Montoya starts Chase with New Hampshire pole by Reid Spencer
Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' It With Carl Edwards by Tom Bowles;
Johnson starts drive to four-peat by Lars Anderson;
Hamlin, Martin, Johnson favored at Loudon by Danny Peters
Spotter Stand:
Catch Can: What’s Inside The TSS Mailbox? by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today::
Tunnel vision: Kahne focused on track not ownership issues by Gary Graves
Yahoo Sports:
Smoke signals he’s ready to roll by Jenna Fryer;
Drivers ready to chase a dream by Ricky Craven;
At 38, simple life in Gotham suits Gordon by Jay Hart
posted September 18, 2009
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ESPN.com:
2009 Sprint Cup crown is Johnson's to lose by Terry Blount;
SCC Preview: Chase begins in New Hampshire by Mark Garrow
Anderson Independent Mail:
Martin back at the top of the heap by Scott Adamson
Associated Press:
Pie, popcorn and racing as NASCAR hits NYC by Jenna Fryer
Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Richmond & Loudon by Matt Taliaferro;
Tough Ticket: NASCAR Banquet not Fan Oriented by Amy Henderson
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 2008 Sylvania 300 (bonus clip- Robby Gordon flips out) by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
NASCAR Has A Lot Riding on an Exciting 2009 Chase by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
How winning in NASCAR is like counting cards by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
Time for Kaiser Soze to stand up straight by Tom Thomason
Bump Drafts:
Four Reasons Johnson Won’t "4-Peat" by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! by Big Bigelow
CBS Sports:
NASCAR needs to find unique place, time to begin Chase by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
One Eye On Qualifying And The Other On Danica by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Playoffs need change if no drama at end by Godwin Kelly
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
At his best in public eye, Gossage kept a dark secret by Gil LeBreton
FoxSports:
Chasers have to start strong in Loudon by Larry McReynolds;
Jeff Gordon is destined to win only four Cup titles by Jeff Owens
Frontstretch:
The Chase Field Hits Manhattan, Hard Rock Cafe Style by Danny Peters;
Vickers On the Brink Of the Ride Of His Life by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Getting Off The Ground by John Potts;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: News Around the Series by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Scott Speed Driver Diary: Teammate Is In While Best Friend Is Out, Crew Chiefs in the Information Age and St. Lucia by Scott Speed
Georgia Racing History:
Road Atlanta Has Made It's Share Of History by Brandon Reed
Hickory Daily Record:
Labonte drives to victory - NASCAR star tops GHC pro-am field by Richard Gould
Indianapolis Star:
Pit Pass: Chase history makes Johnson favorite for 4th straight title by Curt Cavin
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR's Green Movement Targeting Fan Behaviorby Rebecca Gladden;
2009 Sprint Cup Series Power Rankings: The Chase Begins by Nick Blake
Jimmy C's NASCAR World:
Kelly Bires: Will Another Young Driver Realize His Dreams? by Jim Crooks
Kansas City Star:
Kurt Busch says good start in Chase is a key to contending by Randy Covitz
Laidback Racing:
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Ledger Independent:
NASCAR Shuts Kentucky Out by Ron Bailey
Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Sylvania 300
MikeMulhern.net:
These 12 title chasers better watch out -- Kyle Busch is now all the more dangerous and
Kyle Busch: Free Bird!
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Fourth title to elude Johnson this season by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Bay Side Inn a beautiful stop on NASCAR circuit by Rick Houston;
Student turns to racing to help with learning disorder by Raygan Swan;
Smack: NASCAR took the easy way out on schedule
NASCAR Daily News:
It’s time to Chase the Cup by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
There’s no need to fear, Underdog is here! by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
An Open Letter to Wayne Auton by Journo
Race Journal Online:
I Was Just Wonderin'... Shall We Just Teach Them to Drive? by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
And Away We Go…Fantasy Insight- New Hampshire 2 and
Recipe for Even Tighter Point's Races in NASCAR by Dennis Michelsen
RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: New Hampshire by Jeff Wackerlin;
Chasing Stories by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
Johnson Considered The Man By His Fellow Chase Drivers by Jim Pedley;
Meet The Chase Class Of 2009 by John Sturbin;
For Roush, Cuts May Increase Team Numbers by Rick Minter;
Two Losers Acted Like Winners at Richmond by Larry Woody;
Questions About Her Future Follow Danica To Japan by Jonathan Ingram
Roanoke Times:
Chase-less Junior pursues turnaround by Dustin Long
RubbingsRacing:
NASCAR: Is The Chase Format Due For Another Change? by DJ DeSpain
Southern Pines Pilot:
Kahne Back With Ford by Andy Cagle
SPEEDtv:
Montoya On The Pole At New Hampshire and
Raising Kahne/Chase Notebook and
Handicapping The Chase and
Hamlin Tops 5 To Watch List At NHMS by Tom Jensen;
Fine-Tuning by Jimmy Spencer;
Chasing The Dream by Ryan Newman
Speedway Illustrated:
Weekend Preview - New Hampshire's Sylvania 300, A Mulligan Stew by Rob Sneddon
SpeedwayMedia:
Safety has come a long way, partly because of New Hampshire by Clayton Caldwell;
Dale Earnhardt Jr – More Questions Than Answers by Angie Campbell;
Trevor Bayne, Driver Blog: Successful Week by Trevor Bayne;
Danica vs. Janet Guthrie by Shell Sparrow;
I'm addicted to NASCAR by Mary Allworth
Stock Car Spin:
Stock Car Spin's Sprint Cup Champion Pick by Ben Montedonico
Sporting News:
It's a little different Chase this time around by Matt Crossman and Reid Spencer;
Speaking of the Chase ... Where's David Ragan And Other Questions by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
Can Mark Martin beat the odds and win NASCAR's Chase at 50? by Tom Bowles
Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Breaking Down The Sprint Cup Dozen; Part Three by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today:
Denny Hamlin confident ahead of Chase for the Sprint Cup by Nate Ryan
Virginian Pilot:
The Curious Case of Dale Jr. by Dustin Long
posted September 17, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Lane choice critical for restarts by David Newton;
Crunching numbers for New Hampshire by Matt Willis;
Best storyline in '09? A JJ four-peat by Ed Hinton;
Junior's World: For this Chase, Earnhardt on the outside looking in;
Kurt Busch Chat Transcript from Wed 9-16-2009
Alabama Live:
The Chase ain't broke, so let's stop trying to fix it by Doug Demmons
Augusta Chronicle:
Chase in 2009 could end with winless champ and
NASCAR newsmaker: Matt Kenseth by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Michael Waltrip to Reach Major Milestone This Weekend by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
You can't ignore Juan Pablo Montoya by Tom Thomason;
Virginia Is For Lovers, NASCAR and the Drivers That We Adore by Kara Martin
Boston Globe:
At restart, Kahne’s pursuit is clear by Michael Whitmer
Business of NASCAR:
NASCAR, Drugs and Public Image
Bump Drafts:
Big 10 Driver Rankings: Men Of The Moment by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
2009 Chase for the Cup: Driver profiles by Pete Pistone
Concord Monitor:
'Pole' in position to open more eyes - Stewart likes young driver and
Outsiders in thick of it - Chase not only about top 12 by David D'Onofrio
Daly Planet:
New York City Media Mayhem by John Daly
Delaware News Journal:
Smoke and sentiment aside, it's 4 for 48 by Mike Finney
FanHouse:
Chase Makes It Anyone's Game by Holly Cain
Florida Today:
Chase is on for top racer by Mark DeCotis
Frontstretch:
Fanning The Flames: Who's This Year's Chase Cinderella? The Numbers Line Up For Newman ... To Finish Third by Matt Taliaferro;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: All Around The Chosen Ones by Matt McLaughlin;
What If The Emphasis Really WAS On Winning? by Jeff Meyer;
Kyle Misses The Chase? Fair Enough by Tommy Thompson;
Fantasy Insider: Lighting The Way To Your Own Chase Success At Loudon by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Hartford Courant:
Picture This: Views From Pit Road From The Whelen Modified Tour by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
The Odds Are ~ Johnson Will Win Another Championship by Doug Demmons
Laidback Racing:
Mad MIkie's Rants & Raves by Mad Mikie;
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About New Hampshire by Jo Ann Hlavac
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Kyle misses Chase by a whisker by Jeff Wolf
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase begins Sunday at New Hampshire by Amanda Vincent
NASCAR.com:
Restarts loom large as Chasers return to Loudon by David Caraviello;
A strong run at NHMS nice, but not needed, for title by Bill Kimm;
New Hampshire another challenge for Skinner by Jarrod Breeze
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Jimmie Johnson must be considered the favorite to win the Chase ... again by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders:
Did Kenseth Block Waltrip On Purpose? by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
The view from here and
Poole never left Gastonia behind by Monte Dutton
NBC Connecticut:
NASCAR Homeboy Returns [Logano] by Leanne Gendreau
New Hampshire Union Leader:
Race fans see signs of the times Roger Amsden;
Joey Pole takes another shot at NHMS by Allen Lessels
On Pit Road:
They Shoot Horses Don’t They: Kenseth Mercifully Misses the Chase by Charlie Turner
Peoria Journal Star:
Respecting the chasing at Caterpillar Racing by Jane Miller
Philadelphia Daily News:
NASCAR's Chase begins in earnest by Bill Fleischman
RacingGal:
Fans, Let Your Voices Be Heard by Victoria Lane
RacingWithRich:
Johnson, Martin and Montoya among the most intriguing Chase stories by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Comprehensive Chase for the Championship Preview by Jordan Bianchi
Resolution Management & Marketing:
Who Made the Chase – Grading on a Curve by Eric Giangiordano
SceneDaily:
NASCAR needs to revamp site for Chase opener by Jared Turner;
Kenny Wallace remains sport's most colorful character by Lee Montgomery;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: What happens when you leave a cooler of beer unattended at a race? by Carolyn Brewster
SpeedwayMedia:
Expect Newman and Vickers to see their Championship chances dashed at Loudon by Ron Thornton;
NASCAR Top-10 Power Rankings: Richmond by Jeffrey Boswell;
Featured Interview: One on one with Nationwide Series rookie contender Justin Allgaier by Mary Jo Buchanan;
And then there were 12 by Lee Scoggins;
Trevor Bayne Driver Blog: Good news about a new ride by Trevor Bayne
Spin Doctor 500:
Any New Automakers coming to NASCAR? by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Who's Gonna Win It All? We Ask Guys Who Already Did by Matt Crossman;
Rowdy's Big 3 by Bass Masters
Sports Illustratated:
Johnson begins title defense against toughest Chase field yet by Brant James
Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Breaking Down The Sprint Cup Dozen; Part Two by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car History Online:
The Don Hunter Collection: Kiekhaefer
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR playoffs: Brian Vickers, off the bubble and seeded by Dwight Drum
36 Races:
Statistics and common sense show why Kyle Busch should miss the Chase. NASCAR should make no tweaks because of this by Dale Watermill
Vegas Insider
New Hampshire Preview by Micah Roberts
USA Today:
With a wide open Chase field, 'it's anybody's championship' by Nate Ryan;
Team notes: Chase tips off with New Hampshire opener
Yahoo Sports:
Your fave NASCAR stars humiliate themselves on Regis & Kelly by Jay Busbee;
What to Watch for: Sylvania 300
York Dispatch:
Stage set for exciting Chase by Ellen Siska
posted September 16, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Don't hate the Chase - Critics grumble, but at least we have a reason to watch in September by Ryan McGee;
Crunching numbers after Richmond by Matt Willis
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: The "Burger King" is dethroned by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Missing the Chase happens to the best sometimes by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Juan Pablo Montoya The Lead Actor in Felix Sabates’ 2009 NASCAR Story by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Chase bonus points are meaningless by Dale Watermill
Bangor Daily News:
Maxim in thick of Chase with Hendrick team - Maine man oversees engine tuners by Larry Mahoney
Boston Globe:
Next gear - Clutch performance gave Vickers final spot in the Chase by Michael Whitmer
Bump Drafts:
The Chase Begins With Lots Of Storylines by Patrick Reynolds
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation by Bruce Knoll, Jr.
CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: Talkin' predictions with Chase about to start by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Chase For the Cup preview, three to watch by Darren Pope
Concord Monitor:
Chasing down a title - The Biff is a definite threat by Dave D' Onofrio
Daly Planet:
Watching NASCAR's Chase Or The NFL's Regular Season? by John Daly
FoxSports:
The key figures behind the Chase contenders by Lee Spencer;
Chase field missing some notable names by Mike Hembree;
Let's hope Chase can maintain the excitement by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
Did You Notice? ... Kenseth's Collapse, Scheduling Snafus, And Best Bets To Spoil The Chase by Tom Bowles;
Pugliese The Prognosticator: A Comprehensive Guide To The 2009 Chase For The Cup by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Punishments NASCAR Considered For Matt Crafton After Gateway by Jeff Meyer;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Richmond compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Matt Crafton's Penalty, Kyle & Kurt's Big Problems, And Johnson Playing Dumb?
Hartford Courant:
Ty Dillon To Roll Richard Childress Racing No. 3 Back Out On The Track This Weekend At NHMS and
Kasey Kahne Withdraws From Whelen Modified Tour Event At NHMS; Chuck Hossfeld And Bobby Santos III Are In by Shawn Courchesne
Insider Racing News:
Ten To Go, Who's Hot - Who's Not by Chuck Abrams
Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner – New Hampshire Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel
Lexington Dispatch:
Waltrip lands ace crew chief by Ben White
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase field provides surprise by Amanda Vincent
Michigan Live:
Chase for Sprint Cup still will offer plenty of drama with Kyle Busch out of contention by Steve Kaminski
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Mile gets a date with NASCAR by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Back of Nationwide garage feels like big time to some by David Caraviello;
Effort of pit-crew coach helps Vickers land in Chase by Raygan Swan;
Picking a Cup champion: Johnson, Gordon perhaps
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
NASCAR inconsistent in how it punishes ‘rough driving’ by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
We want to know: What do you think of the 2010 NASCAR schedule? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Parker Kligerman, Wyler Racing, & Michael McDowell and
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #41 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
New Hampshire Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
A four-timer? by Monte Dutton
Race Talk Radio:
Handicapping the Chase Derby by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Morning Memo: Is The Gorilla Sick Or Just Not Eating? by Jim Pedley
RacingOne:
RacingOne Power Rankings
Racing Fashionistas:
Talladega will bring one heck of a Yappy Hour! by Darlynn Nangano
Racing Geek:
Tweaking the Schedule by Jordan Bianchi
Roanoke Times:
2nd chance for slumping Roush team by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Jimmie Johnson once again the Chase favorite, but don’t bet on it by Art Weinstein;
Brian Scott making the most of his breaks in NASCAR by Krista Voda
SPEEDtv:
Chase Ready To Roll In N.H. by Tom Jensen;
Crafton Crafting Own Fate by Ray Dunlap
SpeedwayMedia:
Chase Watch: 12 drivers, 10 races by Larry Taylor;
What's Wrong at Roush-Fenway by Ron Fleshman
Sporting News:
Who's on track after Richmond by Bill Marx
Sports Illustrated:
Martin embarks on Chase for championship he has yet to secure by Tom Bowles'
Ryan Newman's return to the Chase portends great things by Tim Tuttle
Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Breaking Down The Sprint Cup Dozen; Part One by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car Spin:
Does Tim Brewer Bore You? by Ben Montedonico
USA Today:
Biffle brushes off underdog role, gets revved for Chase by Greg Biffle
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: What's the point? by Jay Hart
posted September 15, 2009
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ESPN.com:
How it ends? Gordon's drive for five by Terry Blount;
Stewart can't be happy with things as Chase starts by David Newton;
Finally, some breathing room for Martin by Ed Hinton;
2009 Power Rankings: New Hampshire by Ryan McGee;
Rank 'Em: Chase Drivers
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Ranking the Chase contenders- Johnson faces tough competition by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
2009 Chase Shaping Up to Be Best Since 2004 by Jerry Bonkowski
At the Track: Gater News:
Sitting at the Loser’s Table in Richmond by Ed Coombs
Auto Racing Daily:
Is Tom Cruise Preparing For Days of Thunder 2? by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
There Goes My (NASCAR) Hero, He's Ordinary by Kara Martin;
Time for Joe Gibbs to Step In. and
Are Tony Stewart and Darian Grubb Going In The Wrong Direction? by David Yeazell
Bump-Drafts:
What’s The Point? New Look At Points System by John Chapman
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: New No. 1 Hamlin rolls into the Chase by Brian De Los Santos
Daly Planet:
Mr. Excitement Takes Charge by John Daly
Danville Register & Bee:
Former NASCAR driver Wendell Scott recognized by Denice Thibodeau
Daytona Beach News Journal:
So, What Does Montoya Do Now? by Godwin Kelly
FanHouse:
Gut-Check Time for Struggling Dale Earnhardt, Jr. by Holly Cain
Ford Chasing:
Time for the Chase
FoxSports:
I guess you really had to be there by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
Would The Chase Critics Please Just Shut Up And Go Away? No ... We Won't by Kurt Smith;
Talking NASCAR TV: "Chasing" Diverts Too Much Attention From "Racing" At Richmond by Phil Allaway;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Chase Elimination Edition by Doug Turnbull;
No Wins Shouldn't Mean No Chase by Mike Neff;
Running Their Mouth: Chevy Rock & Roll 400 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Matt Crafton – Crashing his way to the Lead by Allen Madding
Laidback Racing:
Mad Mikie's Rants & Raves: Odds & Ends by Mad Mikie
Martinsville Bulletin:
Honoring a pioneer in racing - Wendell Scott by Chase Young
NASCAR.com:
Vickers, Red Bull come of age with first Chase berth by Joe Menzer;
Martin going full bore into Chase, but still reserved by Dave Rodman
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Kyle Busch lived by the sword, died by the sword by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR This Week:
Feud of the Week: Tony Stewart vs Reed Sorenson and
Burning issues: 9-15-09 by Monte Dutton
NASCAR News And Notes:
What's Up With Junior? by Travis Barend
Orlando Sentinel:
An audience with "The King" by Steven Cole Smith;
Chase for NASCAR's Sprint Cup Championship offers uncertainty by Tania Ganguli
Race Journal Online:
The Chase is On - Without Kyle Busch by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Pins and Needles Making the Grade- Richmond 2 by Dennis Michelsen
RacingOne:
Gordon's Title Drive Alive by Pete Pistone
Racin' Today:
The Hall With A Lot More Names by Larry Woody;
It’s Chase Time And That Means Jimmie Time by Mike Harris
RacingWithRich:
Can anyone take the championship trophy away from Hendrick? by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Richmond Times Dispatch:
Contenders choose a champ by Tim Pearrell;
NASCAR Notes
Roanoke Times:
5 key questions for the Chase by Dustin Long
RubbingsRacing:
Circuit Breaks: Loudon by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
Dodge needs more than Penske Racing by Bob Pockrass;
Kurt Busch remains a threat to win the Chase by David Exum;
Taking the good and the bad of preseason predictions by Jeff Gluck;
Fans across the sport pulling for Mark Martin to win Cup title by Rea White
SpeedwayMedia:
The Final Word: Where has NASCAR's magic gone? by Ron Thornton
Sports Illustarted:
Johnson's streak in danger, Kyle Busch's big letdown and more by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Standardized Race Start Times Coming? by Lou Modestino
Stock Car Spin:
How Did Brian Vickers Make the Chase? Irony and Dale Jr. by Ben Montedonico
Tallahassee Democrat:
Who's In, Who's Out by Lisa Fowler
Tampa MotorsportsExaminer:
NASCAR and NFL: Speed between the ears, Part 3 by Dwight Drum
USA Today:
New faces, teams join familiar Chase scene by Nate Ryan
Valvoline.com:
Who's the Favorite? by I.N. Sider
Yahoo Sports:
Waving the Checkers: Hamlin, Vickers are for real by Ricky Craven;
NASCAR Power Rankings
posted September 14, 2009
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Athlon Sports:
Home Turf Win: Hamlin wins at RIR by Amanda Brahler
All Left Turns:
Numbers say Cup is Stewart’s to lose by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
Whether in NASCAR or Tennis, Debates Rage When Penalties Affect Outcomes by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
It’s Wide Open Now by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Chevy Rock & Roll 400 by Cheryl Walker
CloseFinishes:
Wreckfest At Gateway Latest Dent In Truck Series by John Close
Daly Planet:
Still Wondering About Champion's Week by John Daly
FoxSports:
I guess you really had to be there by Darrell Waltrip;
Meet the 2009 Chasers by Larry McReynolds;
Chasers follow different paths to postseason by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Kyle's Chase Crumbles Around "Points Racing" ... Will He Be Next? by Tom Bowles;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Richmond Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder Heading Into The Chase by Mike Lovecchio;
Bubble Breakdown: Smith Smashes Streak While Andretti Extends Lead On 35th by Mike Ravesi;
Freshmen Struggle To Find Footing At Richmond ... With One Exception by Tony Lumbis
Insider Racing News:
Twelve Drivers on Their Way Toward a Championship Title by Kim Roberson;
Danica Patrick: Coming Soon to a NASCAR Track Near You by Matthew Pizzolato
Las Vegas Sun:
Robby Gordon skips Richmond to race in the desert and Kyle Busch misses the Chase by Mike Smith
Los Angeles Times:
Diversity of teams to give Chase by Jim Peltz
Michigan Live:
Chase for Sprint Cup still will offer plenty of drama with Kyle Busch out of contention by Steve Kaminski
Motor Sports Weekly News:
Outside the Chase the Season Goes On by Drew Hierwarter
NASCAR.com:
Martin going full bore into Chase, but still reserved by Dave Rodman
NASCAR Daily News:
Kenseth bounces off the bubble and
Sentimental favorite atop the Chase and
Stewart-Haas will Chase with both teams by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Will a Kyle-less Chase be a bad Chase? and
Chase contender or Chase pretender? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Please Tell Me You Saw That Truck Race by T.C.
NASCAR-ista:
The Chase Is On! by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Hamlin wins, Vickers in and
Rock & roll is here to say, like it or not and
So we made the bleepin' Chase ... by Monte Dutton
NASCAR News And Notes:
Kyle Busch Misses Chase; Still Shows Maturity by Travis Barend
Orlando Sentinel:
Chase is on: Martin leads way for 10-race playoffs by Matt Murschel
Race Talk Radio:
Key to the Kinder Gentler Kyle (And Other Observations from the Weekend) by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Monday Morning Crew Chief: Old Not In Way In The Chase by Jonathan Ingram;
Is NASCAR In Need Of A Trust Buster? by Larry Woody;
Time For One More Teeny Tweak by Jim Pedley
RacingOne:
Martin Leads the Way by Pete Pistone
RacingWithRich:
Who was that guy in the M&M's uniform at the end of the Richmond race? and
Well timed debris cautions helped keep the drama alive in Richmond by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Chasing a Hometown Win by Jordan Bianchi
Richmond Times Dispatch:
Hamlin rolling into Chase with momentum by Tim Pearrell
Roanoke Times:
Hamlin ready to contend in Chase by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Mark Martin 'whole new person' after locking into Chase, taking over Cup points lead by Lee Montgomery;
Chase is just fine without Junior by Kris Johnson;
Schedule will help Carl Edwards' foot at New Hampshire and
Denny Hamlin, championship contender by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
‘Real Deal’ With Brian Vickers by Wendy Venturini;
Now The Real Fun Starts and
Chase Field All Shook Up by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Surprising, Not Surprising at the Richmond International Raceway by Larry Taylor;
Did Kyle Busch Run Out of Time or Talent? by Angie Campbell;
Hamlin wins, Martin tops the charts, Vickers in, Kenseth and Kyle Busch out by Mike Finnegan
Stock Car Spin:
The "Day After" Discussion: Richmond by Ben Montedonico
Splash and Go:
The Top 12 and Their Sponsors: Smells Like Team Spirit by B. A. Carter
Sports Illustrated:
Kyle Busch stumbles, Vickers rises and more lessons from Richmond by Lars Anderson
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Richmondo by Racing Maniac
USA Today:
Martin, Vickers and Hamlin make their Chase cases known by Gary Graves
posted September 13, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Momentum now on Hamlin's side by David Newton;
Vickers spoils party for rival Kyle Busch by Terry Blount
Alabama Live:
Denny Hamlin wins at Richmond; Brian Vickers makes the Chase and
Wild finish to NASCAR truck race leaves hard feelings by Doug Demmons
Bleacher Report:
Chevy Rock and Roll 400: Winners and Losers Chase Edition and
The Lugnut Report:Tony Stewart Battles for Top 20 Finish by Patti Rodisch;
NASCAR Chase Patrol: Ladies and Gentlemen, Meet the '09 Chase Contenders by Rob Tiongson;
Mark Martin is poised for a Championship by Tom Thomason
Boston Herald:
New Hampshire Motor Speedway gearing up for 2nd NASCAR invasion by Rich Thompson
Bump Drafts:
Hamlin Wins, Tickets To Big Dance Punched by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Kenseth can't just blame Richmond for failure to make Chase by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Father-son trip to Daytona ignited an enduring fire by Tom Higgins
Columbia NASCAR Examiner:
Hamlin wins at Ricmond, "Chase" field set by Darren Pope
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Sprint Cup Series From Richmond On ABC by John Daly
FanHouse:
NASCAR's Chase for the Cup Begins by Holly Cain
The Fifth Turn Blog:
Racecar driver turns life of hell into sweet dreams and 'Dangerous Curves' by Karen Pistone
FoxSports:
Friends help Vickers seal Chase spot by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Denny Hamlin Enjoys Home Victory, Brian Vickers Makes Chase by Ron Felix
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Hamlin finally gets home track win by Amanda Vincent
Mad Dog Mike Henle:
The day Jimmy Spencer irritated a showgirl at LVMS by Mike Henle
MikeMulhern.net:
Tony Stewart has another bad night, his third straight and
The end of the line for the Yates legend as car owners?.... and
So Mark Martin takes the NASCAR tour lead into the first race of the playoffs and
Richard Petty and George Gillett plus Doug Yates and Jack Roush equals........
NASCAR.com:
Richmond native Hamlin pursues his personal Chase by David Caraviello;
Crazy night leave Joe Gibbs Racing with mixed feelings by Joe Menzer
NASCAR-ista:
Sometimes Nice Guys Finish First by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Martin opens the chase at the top and
Richmond notebook #3: Kahne, Ford have a history and
The opposite of what they say and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton
NASCAR News And Notes:
Kyle Deserves Chase Entry by Guy Barend
Racer:
Vickers praises team for Chase spot and
Busch heartbroken at missing Chase by Diego Mejia
RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Richmond by Pete Pistone
Racing Fashionistas:
And the award for dumb criminal goes to...... By Megan Wood
Racing Gal:
Stop the Mergers by Victoria Lane
Racing for the Win:
Hamlin wins in Richmond while Vickers battles his way into the Chase by Cesar Covarrubias
Richmond Times Dispatch:
Gordon low-key heading into Chase and
Hamlin finally wins Cup race on home track by Tim Pearrell;
NASCAR notes: Hamlin has good start
Roanoke Times:
Hamlin victorious at Richmond and
Gibbs, Busch to extend pact/Notes by Dustin Long
SPEEDtv:
Hamlin Wins, Vickers KO’s Kenseth and
Busch, Kenseth Come Up Short and
Vickers Gets Red Bull In Chase and
Martin Takes Points Lead by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
The long road to the chase finally ends at Richmond International Raceway by Larry Taylor;
Carl Edwards Hobbles Into Victory Lane in Nationwide Richmond Race by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sporting News:
Hamlin dominates Richmond; Vickers makes Chase by Reid Spencer
USA Today:
Hamlin savors hometown win; final Chase spot to Vickers and
Petty says Yates deal about 80% complete; details murky by Nate Ryan;
Vickers parties, but bubble bursts for Busch, Kenseth by Zack Albert
Yahoo Sports:
Chase breakdown by Jay Hart;
Fryer’s Five: Kyle Busch defeated but gracious by Jenna Fryer
posted September 12, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Fine line between teamwork, cheating by David Newton;
Kahne to rejoin manufacturer that sued him and
Now or never for Chase contenders by Terry Blount
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
RPM, Ford could thrive with merger while Yates fades away by Jeremy Dunn
Bleacher Report:
Juan Pablo Montoya "Proud of Season" Regardless of Chase Results by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Jeff Gordon:I've Enjoyed Racing Here" and
Virginia 529 College Savings 250:Winners and Losers by Patti Rodisch;
How the World of Sports Helped a World with Sorrow and Pain from 9/11 by Rob Tiongson
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Chevy Rock ‘n’ Roll 400 by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Strategy is key at Richmond in final race before Chase by Pete Pistone
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Ten drivers in final fight for eight spots by Lindsey Young
Clanton Advertiser:
Petty Motorsports’ merger, switch to Ford surprising by Jeff Findley
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Nationwide Series From Richmond On ESPN2 by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
Contenders will race hard in last chance for the Chase by Mike Brudenell
fanzonesports:
Mark Anthony Martin, NASCAR's Walking Storybook by Sal Sigala Jr.
Florida Today:
Busch on hot seat tonight by Mark DeCotis
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Analysis: Richmond is for all the Chase marbles by Michele Vincze
FoxSports:
Pressure will be on Saturday night at Richmond by Jeff Hammond;
Petty/Yates merger also helps Roush by Lee Spencer;
Does tight Chase battle validate NASCAR's Cup car? by Jeff Owens;
NASCAR Power Rankings by Jorge Andres Mondaca
Insider Racing News:
Will We See Danica Patrick Moving to NASCAR? by Brenda Benedict
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Robby Gordon picks Nevada race over Richmond and
It's only cheating when the other team does it by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
Don’t tell me Danica Patrick doesn’t have talent and
This week's Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
Los Angeles Times:
After a disappointing season, Dale Earnhardt Jr. looks forward to Richmond by Jim Peltz
MikeMulhern.net:
Mark Martin, among the many looking to make the championship playoffs, wins the Richmond 400 pole
Michigan Live:
Trading Paint: Chevy Rock & Roll 400 picks
NASCAR.com:
Former PR whiz excelling with retirement business by Rick Houston;
Don't undersell Montoya as a championship threat by David Caraviello
NASCAR Notes:
Richmond Practice: Montoya Fastest, Hamlin Looks Best by M Roberts
NASCAR This Week:
Chevy Rock & Roll 400 pre-race rail and
Richmond notebook #2: For Biffle, bad's worse than good's good and
Edwards hopes to keep his foot in the Chase by Monte Dutton
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Sorry to spoil day, but Kyle will make Chase and
Negatives, Positives in Petty-Yates Merger by Godwin Kelly
National Speed Sport News:
One Last Shot To Make The Chase by Ron Lemasters Jr.;
Dodge's Time May Be Running Out by Adam Fenwick
Orlando Sentinel:
Richard Petty Motorsports merger with Yates raises key questions for NASCAR's future by Tania Ganguli
Racin' Today:
Richmond Will Be All About Kyle Busch by John Sturbin;
Race Day: They’ll Be After The Bonus, Babies by Jim Pedley;
Would A NASCAR Driver Take A Dive For The Team? and
Martin On Pole And Other Rock & Roll Notes by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
All or Nothing for Vickers and
Complicated Formula by Pete Pistone
Racing Fashionistas:
Richmond Notes from the Track by Darlynn Nangano;
The Friday night special is a Martin-tini by Megan Wood
Racing Geek:
Chevy Rock and Roll 400 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
Richmond Times Dispatch:
Aggressive approach puts Martin on pole for Rock & Roll 400 and
Crew chiefs, drivers have key decisions to make by Tim Pearrell;
Take one for the team? Not likely by Paul Woody;
Harvick looks to salvage subpar season and
The question at RIR: Whose number is up? by Shawn Fenner;
Last shall be first: Edwards wins Nationwide race at RIR by Michael Phillips;
Region counting on big race weekend by Wesley P. Hester;
NASCAR notes
Roanoke Times:
Martin wins pole; Kenseth starts 28th/Notes and
Hey mate! Little help? Breaking down the Chase by Dustin Long
Rue Frontenac:
NASCAR - Carpentier loses wheel [a link to an English translation] and
NASCAR – Carpentier perd son volant [the original French version] by Dominic Fugere
SceneDaily:
Tonight at Richmond, someone is going down by Steve Waid;
Chase reigns supreme this evening at Richmond by Rea White;
Is throwing a race for a teammate right or wrong? by Jeff Gluck;
They'll all be chasing Mark Martin at the start of Richmond Cup race by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
Martin Tops Bubble Boys and
Stewart Says Bring ‘Em On/RIR Notebook by Tom Jensen;
It All Comes Down To Richmond by Ryan Newman;
Drive For Five In Neutral? by Hermie Sadler;
It Could Happen [Champ with no wins] by Jimmy Spencer
SpeedwayMedia:
Rev'd Up: Ready for Richmond to Reveal the Final Chasers by Rebecca Spence;
Twas the night before “one last chance to make the chase” and Mark Martin is on the pole by Larry Taylor;
On the outside looking in by Tammyrae Benscoter;
Nationwide Series Races But Remembers on September 11th by Mary Jo Buchanan;
A Prominent Merger by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
Even Ray Evernham can't keep the lights on at Dodge by Jim Pedley;
How should Chase hopefuls strategize in best race of the year? by Bass Masters
Sports Illustrated:
Future bright for Petty; how racing remembers a national tragedy by Mark Beech
Staggered Special:
50 Heart Felt Reasons I’m A NASCAR Fan by Judson Haas
USA Today:
With 'team orders' concept, drivers aren't the giving type by Gary Graves;
Martin bolsters Chase bid, locks up Richmond pole by Zack Albert
Yahoo Sports:
Storylines: Why NASCAR should be nervous by Jay Hart;
Busch feels pressure; Vickers laid back by Jenna Fryer
posted September 11, 2009
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ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Can Kyle Busch make the Chase? by Mark Garrow;
Now or never for Chase contenders by Terry Blount;
Crunching numbers for Richmond by Matt Willis
Associated Press:
Pa.-based memorial car to race in Va. on Sept. 11 by Marcus Franklin
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1986 Wrangler Indigo 400 (pre-Chase days) by Jeremy Dunn
Athlon Sports:
Danica: A change could do us all good by Vito Pugliese;
The Chase: All sizzle, no steak by Matt McLaughlin;
Move Over: Drivers discuss team orders at RIR by Matt Taliaferro
Augusta Chronicle:
Beware flying Frisbees and
Last stop normally good one for Busch and
NASCAR Newsmaker - Brian Vickers by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Richmond: Chase For Sprint Cup Comes Down to One Race by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Creature Vs. Creature Writers Pool: Picks For The Chevy Rock & Roll 400;
From Tailgate to Trackside: NASCAR Gets Rowdy in Richmond by Kara Martin;
Would a driver throw a race? and
Petty-Yates Merger: A New Beginning for Some, The End for Others by David Yeazell
Bump-Drafts:
'Twas The Last Race Before The Chase by Mustang Jackie
Caledonian Record:
Strap In by Biggy Bigelow
Delaware News Journal:
Once solid as a rock, Kenseth teetering and
Pit Stops: Expect a fishy brand of teamwork Saturday by Mike Finney
FanHouse:
NASCAR and Racing The King Finally Back in Title Hunt by Holly Cain;
Richmond Is Last Chance To Make Chase For Vickers And Busch by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
There's nothing wrong with a little teamwork by Larry McReynolds;
Kenseth is barely hanging on to Chase spot by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
If We MUST Have A Chase... by Kurt Smith;
Really?! by Amy Henderson;
Driven to the Past: Random Thoughts by John Potts;
Bring the Golden A Plan to the Nationwide Series by Bryan Davis Keith
Georgia Racing History:
Georgia City Honors Former Track and Drivers by Brandon Reed
Indianapolis Star:
8 NASCAR Chase spots still up in air by Steve Ballard
Insider Racing News:
Benny Gordon Commemorates 9/11 with Special Car by Rebecca Gladden
LaidbackRacing:
Tailgating Recipe and Tips of the Week by Jo Ann Hlavac
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Will teammates provide assist at Richmond? by Amanda Vincent
Memphis Commercial Appeal:
Cut to the Chase by Craig Wack
MikeMulhern.net:
Team Orders? With Formula One and NHRA facing heated complaints over teammates 'fixing' things to help teammates, what could happen with NASCAR's playoff spots on the line? and
Petty-Gillett merging with Doug Yates....but is this wave of mergers really good for NASCAR? and
Richard Petty jumps to Ford and merges with Yates-Roush! and
Remember Dale Earnhardt Jr.? Well, it's Richmond, and his kind of track.....maybe finally some magic in the works?
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Kenseth seeks to extend streak by Dave Kallmann
Naples Daily News:
Local racing: Germain Racing's Bodine going to St. Louis next by Tom Rife
NASCAR.com:
The bubble: How easy is it to pop and burst through? by Mark Aumann;
Kyle Busch out of Chase could lead to a boring finish by Raygan Swan
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Dodge’s days in the Cup series may be numbered and
Sorenson, McMurray big losers in Petty-Yates merger by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News :
Dodge looking for chance to Chase another championship by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Petty fielding Fords is nothing new by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Yates Racing The Latest Victim Of Down Economy by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Many ramifications and
Foyt: The jury's still out on Danica (Richmond notebook #1) and
The right track at the right time and
Feud of the Week: Kurt Busch vs. Reed Sorenson and
Kyle Petty's first Sprint Cup victory was at Richmond by Monte Dutton
Philadelphia Daily News:
Vickers, Kyle Busch vie for spot in NASCAR's Chase field by Bill Fleischman
Race Journal Online:
One Sport, One Family by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Psychotic NASCAR Fan Guide to Watching Race 26 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Get Ready NASCAR Nation, Here She Comes and
Busch Set For Another Guitar Solo? by Larry Woody;
Chase Has Become Two Chases For Price Of One by Mike Harris;
Busch’s Bedevilment Is In The Details by Rick Minter
Richmond Times Dispatch:
Tweeting is fundamental by Shawn Fenner;
Class comes first with Martin and
Kyle Busch: Love him? Hate him? Whatever and
Vickers progressing nicely in Sprint Cup and
NASCAR TV analysts have a job worth talking about and
Stewart riding wave of success as driver-owner and
RIR: Last chance to make the grade by Paul Woody;
NASCAR's Logano helps build Richmond playground by Joe Macenka
SceneDaily:
Ford teams head into Chase with backs to wall by Kenny Bruce;
Chase format fails to reward points leader at end of regular season by Jared Turner;
Darlington 'too good' not to be on Cup schedule by David Exum
SPEEDtv:
A Show Of Force Between Teammates? and
Petty - Yates Deal Will Result In More Cuts by Tom Jensen
Speedway Illustrated:
Weekend Preview - What’s not to like about this year’s Chase? by Rob Sneddon
SpeedwayMedia:
Eleven Drivers Look to Secure One of Eight Spots at Richmond by Kyle Ocker;
Danica Patrick and Dale Earnhardt Jr. - A Winning Combination by Angie Campbell;
Chase Watch: 25 down, one to go and
NASCAR Sprint Cup tracks, Darlington, Richmond and all the rest by Larry Taylor
Sports Illustrated:
This unprecedented Chase parity is a best possible scenario and
There's a reason each bubble driver is where he is by Tom Bowles
Stock Car Spin:
RPM Pulls a Fast One, Absorbs Yates, Switches to Ford by Ben Montedonico
USA Today:
Win and you're in? Richmond will decide final spots in Chase by Nate Ryan;
Team notes: Chase picture to get clearer at Richmond
Vegas Insider
Richmond Preview by Micah Roberts
Virginian-Pilot:
After beating the best in IndyCars, he wanted more and
Richmond's wild ride by Dustin Long
Yahoo Sports:
[Kyle] Busch holds all the cards by Ricky Craven
York Dispatch:
Last chance to make the Chase by Ellen Siska
posted September 10, 2009
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ESPN:
Finally, Petty back in the hunt by Ed Hinton;
Chase bigger than any one driver now by David Newton;
Winning a title without winning a race? by Terry Blount
Associated Press:
Juan Pablo Montoya moving closer to first Chase
Athlon Sports:
News and Notes: Atlanta & Richmond by Matt Taliaferro
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
And the Chase contenders will be... by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
About Putting The Prelude In Its Proper Place by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
2009 NASCAR Chase for the Championship Full of Drama by Patti Rodisch;
Nick Igdalsky: From Pocono Raceway President To ARCA/REMAX Driver by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump- Drafts:
Has Anybody Noticed? by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
Commercial breakdown, driver focus, and links related to the 2009 Pep Boys Auto 500 by Cheryl Walker
CBS Sports:
Ex-Cup champ Kenseth in vulnerable situation one race before Chase by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Tough Two Weeks For "NASCAR Now" by John Daly
Element of Speed:
The Race to the Chase: Struggle, Shock and Surprise by Amanda Vincent
FanHouse:
After Sex Change, Driver Wants Back On Racetrack by Jerry Bonkowski
FoxSports:
Contenders try to treat Richmond like any old race by Rea White;
Stewart's Prelude win a top Eldora moment for dad and
Not even rain can stop Stewart's race of champions by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Fanning The Flames: The King In Victory Lane ... And One Helluva Show Down South by Matt Taliaferro;
Is NASCAR Ready For The Fire And Flesh That Danica Would Bring? by Tommy Thompson;
Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: NASCAR Ten Years Down The Road by Matt McLaughlin;
A Funny Thing Happened At The Track Last Saturday... by Jeff Meyer;
Fantasy Insider: Rocking And Rolling To Richmond Fantasy Success by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Greensboro News and Record:
Hornish always revved up for change by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Will Matt Kenseth's Luck Run Out At Richmond? by Doug Demmons
Jamestown:
Junior still king, but King represents himself well in online NASCAR query by Brant James
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Richmond by Jo Ann Hlavac
Los Angeles Times:
Next race is where the rubber meets the road for Brian Vickers and Kyle Busch by Jim Peltz
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Richmond last shot to get in by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
The heat is on Kyle Busch, Brian Vickers, Matt Kenseth, Greg Biffle, Mark Martin, Ryan Newman, Kurt Busch, Juan Montoya, and even Carl Edwards
NASCAR.com:
The bubble: How easy is it to pop and burst through? by Mark Aumann;
Remembering 9/11: NASCAR at Richmond
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Strange but true … A hermaphrodite raced in NASCAR, and wants to race again by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
You Turn: Can Kyle Busch make the Chase? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Down On NASCAR? Find The NASCAR Media Group by Journo
Orlando Sentinel:
Racecar driver turns life of hell into sweet dreams and 'Dangerous Curves' by Karen Pistone
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Special Edition: Prelude to The Dream at Eldora! by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Fourteen for Twelve Fantasy Insight- Richmond 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racing Geek:
The Weight of a Disappointing Season by Jordan Bianchi
Racin' Today:
Let Us Partake In Some Of These Fine Whines by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Kenseth's Streak On the Line by Jeff Wackerlin
RacingWithRich:
Is Jimmie Johnson a great driver or does he just drive for a great team? by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
NASCAR notebook: Vickers, Kyle Busch battle long odds by Dustin Long
RubbingsRacing:
Circuit Breaks: Richmond and
NASCAR: Played War In Atlanta, Going to Play Crazy Eights in Richmond by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
Dissecting the meaning of the Richard Petty Motorsports/Yates Racing merger and
The secret to getting a NASCAR ride? by Jeff Gluck;
Saturday night fever: Pressure to make the Chase intensifies for several Cup drivers at Richmond by Rea White;
Ron Hornaday, Mark Martin showing that life begins at 50 by Krista Voda
SPEEDtv:
All In For Martin As Chase Nears and
Kenseth Rides The Bubble and
No Pressure For Gordon At RIR This Time by Tom Jensen
Sporting News:
Pulling off a Richmond miracle by Reid Spencer
Sports Illustrated:
Hendrick expatriates Busch, Vickers scrambling for Chase berth by Brant James;
Surging Hamlin, Martin seize top spots in NASCAR power rankings by Tom Bowles
Spotter Stand:
Smoke Screen: Harvick Of Old; Atlanta Makes Most Of New Date; And The ‘D’ Word by Patrick Baldwin
Stock Car History Online:
BRH Racing Archives: Dale Earnhardt's Green Machine
Tampa Motorsports Examiner:
NASCAR and NFL: Speed between the ears, Part 2 by Dwight Drum
IRL Examiner:
Danica's long, slow goodbye by Kevin Anderson
Yahoo Sports:
NASCAR Power Rankings
posted September 9, 2009
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ESPN:
Crunching numbers after Atlanta by Matt Willis;
Winning a title without winning a race? by Terry Blount;
Lisa Mayfield faces wrongful death suit by David Newton
Associated Press:
Race is on to put package together for Patrick by Jenna Fryer
Auto Racing Daily:
Prelude To The Dream: Now That’s A Must-See by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Vickers, Busch only bubble drivers with shot at making the Chase by Dale Watermill
Bleacher Report:
Can Brian Vickers pull a fast one at Richmond? by Tom Thomason
Bump Drafts:
Fron NASCAR to NHRA, Auto racing is a Sport of the Senses by Patrick Reynolds
Cars and Racing Stuff:
Crittenden Automotive Library - Random Lugnuts: Dale and Dillon by Bill Crittenden
CBS Sports:
Feud: Making Chase comes down to Richmond; more Danica to NASCAR news by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone;
Cup, Chase contenders labor through tough night in Atlanta by Pete Pistone
Council Bluffs Daily:
NASCAR Scene: Victory bolsters Kahne's Chase chances by Marsha Hoffman
Daily Press:
Trying to break into Chase, Vickers, Kyle Busch say they'll not worry about rivals and go for victory by Dave Fairbank
Daly Planet:
Mike Joy And Darrell Waltrip Ready For Eldora by John Daly
EveryJoe:
Kasey Kahne Wins the Pep Boys Auto 500 by Warren Hayashi
FanHouse:
Sprint Cup N's & Q's: Pep Boys Auto 500 by Geoffrey Miller
FoxSports:
Who cares? by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
Limpin' Ain't Easy: Roush Fenway Trio Stumbling Into Richmond On Carl Edwards' Broken Foot by Vito Pugliese;
Did You Notice? ... The Power Of Motivation, Danica Drama, And How To Shoot Yourself In The Foot by Tom Bowles;
Top Ten Things That Will Happen If Kyle Busch Doesn't Make The Chase by Jeff Meyer;
Frontstretch Sprint Cup Power Rankings: Top 15 After Atlanta compiled by Mike Neff;
Mirror Driving: Atlanta's Fan Frenzy, Picking The Chasers, And Morgan Shepherd's Swan Song?
Insider Racing News:
Lots Of Drama For Final Regular Season Race by Chuck Abrams
Laidback Racing:
This Week's Idle Thoughts...from the AMS Grandstands by Jo Ann Hlavac
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Chase spots on line at Richmond by Amanda Vincent
NASCAR.com:
Clear as Labor Day: Move of race west was wrong by David Caraviello;
RIR president couldn't be happier with race date by Joe Menzer;
Head2Head: Will top-12 shift after Richmond race?
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
If Vickers makes Chase, he can thank his pit crew by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders::
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #40 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
Richmond Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
Playing the final hand and
One more weekend and the Chase is on and
Burning issues: 9-8-09 by Monte Dutton
Pilot Truck Center Challenge Magazine:
Live From Victory Lane by Claire B. Lang
Race Talk Radio:
NASCAR Team Orders Getting Weird Give Them the Needle-Odds and Ends by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Will Edwards Reappear In Time To Win Championship? by Mike Harris
RacingOne:
RacingOne Power Rankings
RacingWithRich:
Chasing points: This is the type of drama the Chase is supposed to create by Richard Allen
RacingGal:
If Tony Buys it, They will Come by Victoria Lane
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Power Poll by Jordan Bianchi
Roanoke Times:
Kahne, others await final chance at Chase by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
The Chase is here to stay, thank goodness by Lee Montgomery;
Six of the 11 drivers battling for an open Chase berth have won at Richmond by Rea White;
Night race at Atlanta was well worth it for fans by Carolyn Brewster
SPEEDtv:
Richmond By The Numbers by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Almost at Home, Atlanta and
Paris at Atlanta Motor Speedway and
Danica vs Ethel Flock by Shell Sparrow
Sporting News:
Danica Patrick's Approach To Joining NASCAR Both Calculated and Smart by Buzz Cutler;
Who’s on track after Atlanta by Bill Marx
Sports Illustrated:
Montoya can complete open-wheel conversion at Richmond by Tim Tuttle
Sports Network:
If Patrick comes to NASCAR, let Stewart mentor her by Chris Symeon
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times - Montreal NASCAR Nationwide Series Ratings Continue Upward Trend by Lou Modestino;
Kasey “King” At Atlanta by Steve Langley
Stock Car History Online:
Tom Kirkland Collection: Big Trouble (Fred Lorenzen helps repair damaged car)
Toronto Star:
The Chase isn't perfect by Dean McNulty
Weekender:
Pitpass: Picture is cloudier than ever by Timothy J. Raub
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Giving credit where it’s due by Jay Hart;
NASCAR Power Rankings
posted September 8, 2009
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ESPN:
The Morning Buzz: Tuesday, Sept. 8 - Tony Stewart Chat Transcript;
2009 Power Rankings: Richmond by Ryan McGee
Augusta Chronicle:
Atlanta race becomes moving day for Chase contenders by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Danica’s Road To NASCAR Appears Wide Open by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Austin Geer: Little Kid, Big NASCAR Dreams by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Clearing Up The Conundrum Called The '09 Chase For The NASCAR Sprint Cup by Rob Tiongson
Bump Drafts:
Big 10 Weekly Driver Ratings: New Number One by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Power Rankings: Chase regular Kenseth just barely hanging on by Brian De Los Santos
Daly Planet:
"TWIN" Puts On A Brand New Face by John Daly
fanzonesports:
The Unexplainable Mystique That Is Dale Earnhardt Jr by Sal Sigala Jr.
FoxSports:
Busch, Vickers hoping to pull a Mayfield at Richmond by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Harvick, RCR Headed For Happier Future After Great Weekend by Danny Peters;
Who's Hot / Who's Not In Sprint Cup: Atlanta Labor Day Edition by Doug Turnbull;
Which Pictures Are Worth A Thousand Words? by S.D. Grady;
Talking NASCAR TV: Poor Post-Race Aside, Atlanta ESPN Telecasts Show Improvement by Phil Allaway;
Running Their Mouth: Pep Boys Auto 500 by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Working The Pits At Atlanta Motor Speedway by Allen Madding
Lexington Dispatch:
Kahne's short runs were key to beating Harvick by Ben White
NASCAR.com:
Saturday night at RIR promises to be a wild one by Dave Rodman;
Five Things About: Eligible bachelor Clint Bowyer by Raygan Swan;
A blast from the past: Petty car in championship hunt by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
A Chase without Kyle Busch would be a shame by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
Kenseth’s struggles at least looked good and
Amazing work in the pits keeps Vickers in Chase contention by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Examiner:
Note to Danica: Welcome to NASCAR, prepare to be humbled and
It’s about time the number 3 was back in NASCAR by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insider:
Danica Taking Safe Path To NASCAR by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Playing against type and expectation and
Radio is inherently Sirius and
Atlanta notebook #3: Less pressure could mean more for Junior by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Vickers Racing, Chasing For The Little Guys by Rick Minter
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers: Kasey in the Fall, Abysmal No More! by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
The New Southern 500 a Hit Making the Grade- Atlanta 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racing Geek:
Thoughts on Kahne and The King Reigning Again by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
Atlanta track provided great racing for a full 500 miles and
Chasing points: Cautions help and hurt Kenseth, Busch by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
No fear? Drivers get hurt doing the darndest things by Bob Pockrass;
Chaotic battle for Chase berth could alter nature of Richmond race by Rea White
SpeedwayMedia:
The Final Word: The racing proved to be as real as the Pep Boys at Atlanta by Ron Thornton;
Surprising, Not Surprising at the Atlanta Motor Speedway by Larry Taylor;
Kahne moves up in the Chase with Atlanta night win by Mike Finnegan
Sporting News:
Atlanta finds the formula for outstanding racing by Lee Spencer
Sports Illustrated:
After disappointment at Atlanta, Busch almost out of time by Bruce Martin;
Five things we learned at Atlanta by Lars Anderson
Stock Car Gazette:
Track Trash - Atlanta 0909 by Racing Maniac
USA Today:
Kahne, Montoya close in on Chase berths with terrific efforts by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Kahne tops the bubble by Jenna Fryer;
Waving the Checkers: Breaking axles by Ricky Craven
posted September 7, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Atlanta sets up crazy regular-season finale at Richmond by David Newton;
With Danica, expect more guts than glitz and
Kahne bolsters Chase chances by Ed Hinton
Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
Kahne wins AMS night race and
Better attendance for night race at AMS/Notes by Rick Minter;
Night NASCAR: A ’state fair’ with a race thrown in by Mark Bradley
Associated Press:
Kahne pulls away to second win of year by Paul Newberry
Augusta Chronicle:
Win boost for Kahne by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Chase Patrol: Kahne Digs It At Atlanta As Vickers Closes In For Top 12 by Rob Tiongson;
Pep Boys Auto 500: Winners and Losers and
The Lugnut Report:Jeff Burton Disapointing Season Continues in Atlanta by Patti Rodisch
Bump Drafts:
"Bubble Boys" Proving Their Worth by Jim McCoy
Auto Racing Daily:
All Of Busch’s Wins May Go For Naught If He Misses Chase by Jerry Bonkowski
CBS Sports:
Atlanta Fall Rear View Mirror by Pete Pistone
FanHouse:
Although He May Miss Chase, Kyle Busch Still Making NASCAR History by Jerry Bonkowski
Ford Racing:
1 to go: Biffle, Kenseth Hang onto Top 12 Spots;
Kudos for Gilliland;
Kenseth, Biffle Chase Drive Alive
FoxSpots:
The Hot Pass: Chevy boss committed to NASCAR and
Kahne's win shakes up Chase standings by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Busch Brothers Singing The Blues Down This Pre-Chase Stretch by Tom Bowles;
Matt McLaughlin's Thinkin' Out Loud: Atlanta Fall Race Recap by Matt McLaughlin;
Five Points To Ponder: Atlanta Edition by Mike Lovecchio;
Rookie Report: Logano Leads Quiet Night For Rookie Contenders by Bryan Davis Keith;
Stremme, Menard Lead Several Bubble Drivers With Top 20 Finishes by Mike Ravesi
Insider Racing News:
Fuel For Earnhardt's Fire by Matthew Pizzolato;
Late Caution Hands Kasey Kahne Atlanta Victory by Ron Felix
Las Vegas Sun:
Sunday’s Pep Boys Auto 500 was a race I could watch again by Mike Smith
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Kahne keeps Chase hopes alive with Atlanta win by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
Kasey Kahne's Atlanta win puts team owner Richard Petty ever closer to the championship chase and
Chevy's Brent Dewar is glad to be back in NASCAR Country, and the new GM boss is upbeat and
Kasey Kahne wins at Atlanta...but the crowd -- what a crowd!
NASCAR.com:
Complain if you must, the Chase is great for sport by Joe Menzer;
An unfamiliar situation for NASCAR's consistency king by David Caraviello;
Vickers' resilience shows a lot about driver and team and
Harvick's second-place run catalyst for late success? by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Harvick finally has something to be ‘Happy’ about after nearly sweeping weekend by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insider:
During Silly Season You’ve Got To Strike While The Iron’s Hot by Journo
NASCAR-ista:
Hot Racing in Hot-lanta by Michelle Dawn
NASCAR This Week:
Now I know what being Mr. Magoo was like and
Post-race rail by Monte Dutton
Racin' Today:
Atlanta Under The Lights Was A Winner and
Kasey Kahne Labors His Way To A Victory In Atlanta by Jeff Hood
RacingOne:
Hot Laps - Atlanta by Pete Pistone
RubbingsRacing:
Governor Perdue: Makes Case for AMS to Keep Two Race Dates by Christopher Smith
Roanoke Times:
Kahne slides to victory in Atlanta and
Pushing for time change at Indy/Notesby Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
Kasey Kahne silences critics; can Brian Vickers? by Bob Pockrass;
Closing in: Kasey Kahne's Atlanta victory moves him more solidly into Chase field and
RCR's Kevin Harvick shows team's potential with runnerup Atlanta performance by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
‘Real Deal’ With Juan Pablo Montoya by Wendy Venturini;
Chase Spots Still Wide Open and
Good Racing, Good Times and
Kahne Scores Late-Race Victory by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
NASCAR night racing in Atlanta, making it happen by Larry Taylor;
Harvick Happy With First Atlanta Nationwide Win by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Skinner Wins in Truck Series Debut at Iowa by Mark Odor
Stock Car Spin:
The "Day After" Discussion: Atlanta by Ben Montedonico
Sporting News:
Kahne makes stride toward Chase with Atlanta win and
Notebook: Chevy boss reluctant to add new teams by Reid Spencer
USA Today:
Kahne surges to Atlanta victory, gives Chase chances a boost by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Chasers come through in crunch time by Jay Busbee
posted September 6, 2009
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ESPN:
Mark Garrow - Fantasy Chat Transcript;
Source: Danica to try NASCAR in '10 by Ed Hinton
Atlanta Journal-Constitution:
NASCAR veterans emerging and
Harvick wins Nationwide race/Notes by Rick Minter
Augusta Chronicle:
Driver goes on despite injury by Don Coble
Bleacher Report:
Bill Elliott Out Of Atlanta Race; Son Chase Elliott In Victory Lane by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Degree V12 300: Winners and Losers by Patti Rodisch;
Bobby Labonte and Carl Edwards Get The Boot and
Sprint Cup Races: Sold Out or Blacked Out by David Yeazell;
Brad Keselowski has a bright future by Tom Thomason
Bump Drafts:
2009 Is Exhibit "A" In Case For Chase by Jim McCoy
Cars and Racing Stuff
The Crittenden Automotive Library - Random Lugnuts: Danica and NASCAR by Bill Crittenden
Daly Planet:
Your Turn: Nationwide Series From Atlanta On ESPN2 by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Questions and Attitude
FanHouse:
Tony Stewart "Guarantees" Danica Patrick Is Coming to NASCAR by Holly Cain
FoxSports:
Danica's NASCAR future taking shape/Notes by Lee Spencer;
Reading, writing and ...by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Edwards Tough In Talladega Wreck, But Playing Frisbee, Not So Much by Kim Roberson;
Silly Season 2009: Truex, Keselowski, Harvick and More by Ashley McCubbin
MikeMulhern.net:
The Danica Update: an analysis and
Martin Truex Jr. and Kasey Kahne take the front row for Sunday's Atlanta 500 and
Carl Edwards: Broken foot? No problem....well, except for the pain. But he'll just suck it up at Atlanta
NASCAR.com:
Edwards latest driver to take a trip into the bizarre by David Caraviello;
Montoya will have to work way through field at AMS and
Darnell picks up pace in final AMS practice session by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Danica Patrick circus, led by Tony Stewart, is about to begin in NASCAR by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Notes:
Atlanta Practice Review: Montoya Strong and Junior Shines by M Roberts
NASCAR This Week:
Frisbee injuries are funny, Edwards learns and
Atlanta notebook #2: Johnson's title strategy isn't by the book and
Atlanta is only abrasive on the surface and
Pep Boys Auto 500 pre-race rail by Monte Dutton
New Albany Tribune:
In the fast Lane: Labor Day weekend is just not the same anymore by Kevin Harris
Peoria Journal Star:
Bumps in road to Sprint Cup by Jane Miller
Racin' Today:
Buckler Wheeling In Grand-Am, Dealing in Sprint Cup by Jonathan Ingram;
Race Day: Atlanta A Hot Track For The Drivers by Jim Pedley;
No Shortage Of Pitfalls In Atlanta Motor Speedway Pits by Jeff Hood;
Notes from Atlanta by Rick Minter
RacingOne:
Patrick Following Stewart's Lead by Pete Pistone
Racing Fashionistas:
Atlanta Notes from the Track by Darlynn Nangano
RacingWithRich:
Edwards made right decision to run Atlanta Nationwide race and
It's amazing there aren't more instances like happened to Edwards and Elliott by Richard Allen
Roanoke Times:
NASCAR returns to its roots and
Stewart, Patrick talk shop/Notes by Dustin Long
SceneDaily:
C’mon guys, it’s time to win one by Mike Hembree;
Lame-duck status no deterrent for David Stremme in Atlanta qualifying by Bob Pockrass;
Atlanta night race could be full of surprises by Jared Turner
SPEEDtv:
Newman Leads Contenders and
Edwards Deals With Insult As Well As Injury and
Stewart Lobbies For Danica In NASCAR and
Skinner, Hornaday Tough Foes by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
One-On-One with Robby Gordon by Heath Heidemann;
Mark's Five: Disappointments (Drivers who deserved better) by Mark Odor;
Dale Earnhardt, Jr. Returns to Nationwide Seat at Atlanta by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Ilustrated:
Bottom line real reason why Labonte was replaced by Darnell by Mark Beech
Spotter Stand:
Race Day In Atlanta by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today:
Edwards just the latest Cup driver to suffer off-track injury by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Danica coming to NASCAR, partnering with Tony Stewart by Jay Busbee
posted September 5, 2009
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ESPN:
Tighter weekend at the track may just fly by Ed Hinton;
Ambrose not hanging head over loss by Marty Smith
Auto Racing Daily:
Carl Edwards Going in Circles - But Not Winning Races by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Elliott Sadler's "Lady in Pink" Is A Personal Cause by Mary Jo Buchanan
Bump Drafts:
Picks ‘n’ Previews: Pep Boys 500 Edition by Jim McCoy
CawsnJaws:
This talented racecar driver, Chad Finley, doesn’t fall too far from his racing family tree by Cheryl Walker
CBSSports:
Labor Day weekend tradition back in South where it belongs by Pete Pistone
Chattanooga Times Free Press:
Eight still battling for six Chase spots by Lindsey Young
Clanton Advertiser:
Labonte, a proven winner, treated poorly by Yates by Jeff Findley
fanzonesports:
If History Has Its Way, Kyle Busch Might Miss The Chase by Sal Sigala Jr.
Florida Today:
Kenseth on the bubble as NASCAR's playoff approaches by Mark DeCotis
FoxSports:
Improved pit crew has Vickers Chasing a playoff spot by Lee Spencer
Insider Racing News:
Labonte and Keselowski: The Expected and the Unexpected by Brenda Benedict;
Morgan Shepherd May Have Struck Out For Good by Nick Blake
Los Angeles Times:
Kyle Busch likes his chances to reach Chase for the Cup by Jim Peltz
Mad Dog Mike Henle:
[Rusty] Wallace missed best part of media tour
Michigan Live:
NASCAR Trading Paint: Pep Boys Auto 500
MikeMulhern.net:
Rookie Erik Darnell is under the gun: make something big happen at Atlanta, to show he belongs on the Cup tour...but without making mistakes and
So is it time for Chevrolet's Brent Dewar to weigh in on the NASCAR-Camaro situation? and
So Who's on first...What's on second...and I Don't Know's on third? Check the Atlanta 500 scorecard
NASCAR.com:
Pit boxes have come a long way since wagon days by Raygan Swan
NASCAR This Week:
This city is so busy, nobody goes there. To the race track, that is and
Carl Edwards has one of them Frisbee deals and
Atlanta notebook #1: Attendance a key factor this weekend by Monte Dutton
Performance Racing Network:
Legendary Work by Brett McMillan
Racin' Today:
Gong Show Winner Darnell Answers The Big Bell by Rick Minter
RacingOne:
Changing Times by Eddie Roche
SceneDaily:
Maybe it’s time to let go of Labor Day to Darlington dream and
Brent Musburger still has NASCAR fever and
Bobby Labonte says it doesn’t pay to be upset over losing Sprint Cup ride by Bob Pockrass
SPEEDtv:
Darnell Surprised By Promotion and
Johnson, Stewart Top 5 To Watch List and
Darnell Ready To Roll and
Gilliland Not Out Of Work Long by Tom Jensen;
It Just Works by Jimmy Spencer
SpeedwayMedia:
Carl Edwards Faces Multiple Challenges in Atlanta Nationwide Race by Mary Jo Buchanan;
A recipe for success by Tammyrae Benscoter
Sporting News:
Atlanta Should Always Host Two Races and
Is Danica Moving To NASCAR? Nope. Not Any Time Soon by Jim Pedley
Sports Illustrated:
Kickin' it with Carl by Tom Bowles
The State:
Disability no road block for NASCAR engineer by Chris Jenkins
USA Today:
Tony Stewart predicts Danica Patrick will make NASCAR transition by Nate Ryan
USA Weekend:
Does NASCAR need a tuneup? Yes, our racing experts say. Here's why by Dennis McCafferty
Yahoo Sports:
The night the lights went on in Georgia by Jay Busbee;
Where’s the silliness? by Jenna Fryer
posted September 4, 2009
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ESPN.com:
SCC Preview: Edwards the pick to click at Atlanta by Mark Garrow;
Is Atlanta race safe? No guarantees and
A lack of respect or a simple lack of funds? by David Newton;
Crunching numbers for Atlanta by Matt Willis
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Race of the week- 1985 Southern 500 (Million Dollar Race) by Jeremy Dunn
Bump Drafts:
Bobby Labonte Will Elevate TRG by Jim McCoy
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Take Some Time, As The Season Winds Down, To Reflect by Biggy Bigelow
Daly Planet:
Biggest NASCAR TV Saturday In Memory by John Daly
Detroit Free Press:
The Spin Doctor by Mike Brudenell
FoxSports:
Kenseth, bubble drivers cautiously eye road ahead by Rea White;
Improved pit crew has Vickers Chasing a playoff spot by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Revisiting Predictions From February by Kurt Smith;
Is There Loyalty Left in NASCAR by Amy Henderson;
Voices From the Heartland: Looking Back at How Fun NASCAR Was Not That Long Ago; Part 2 by Jeff Meyer;
Tearing Apart the Trucks: Series Debut at Iowa Speedway by Beth Lunkenheimer;
Kenny Wallace Driver Diary: Birthdays, The Fans, and 800 NASCAR Races Down the Road by Kenny Wallace
Georgia Racing History:
Have You Hugged Your Local Race Track Today? by Brandon Reed
Insider Racing News:
Joey Logano Handling the Heat Like a Pro by Rebecca Gladden
Jamestown:
The streak will die, right? Edwards' broken foot makes back-flipping a really bad idea by Brant James
Las Vegas Review-Journal:
Autumn plenty awaits local race fans by Jeff Wolf
Las Vegas Sun:
A few questions for Tim Brewer about using fuel injection in NASCAR and
This Weeks Stock Car Toon by Mike Smith
Louisville NASCAR Examiner:
Season on the line for several drivers at Atlanta by Amanda Vincent
MikeMulhern.net:
Just where can NASCAR hit a Labor Day weekend home run? Maybe Atlanta? by Mike Mulhern
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Bires closing in on a good deal for next season by Dave Kallmann
NASCAR.com:
Local bank chooses to keep things small and personal by Rick Houston;
Track Smack: Smack: Penske move has Keselowski on fast track;
Replica of championship car in soap-box derby by Joe Menzer;
Penultimate race to Chase has contenders as favorites by Mark Taylor;
Buck Baker Bio and
Curtis Turner Bio
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Will Labonte start-and-park?; the danger of Frisbee playing by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
Sorry, but Sunday won’t be the first night Cup race at Atlanta and
It’s not the Southern 500 but Atlanta on Labor Day is close by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Insiders:
Don’t Blame Darnell For Labonte’s Situation by Journo
NASCAR This Week:
Down the road by Monte Dutton
Orlando Sentinel:
Brad Keselowski finally gets NASCAR break he deserves with Penske Racing by Tania Ganguli
Race Talk Radio:
The New Southern 500 Tradition Fantasy Insight- Atlanta 2 by Dennis Michelsen
Racin' Today:
Atlanta Night Race Could Lessen Drivers’ Outside Chances by Rick Minter;
The Chase Is A NASCAR Success Story by Larry Woody
RacingOne:
Driver Handicaps: Atlanta by Jeff Wackerlin;
Wise Decision by Pete Pistone
Racing Geek:
Pep Boys Auto 500 Preview by Jordan Bianchi
Rowdy.com:
I've Fixed the Points System by Buzz Cutler
SceneDaily:
Two to go before Chase begins, so who’s going to be in or out? by Steve Waid;
Carl Edwards puts worst foot forward by Mike Hembree;
Business in racing: NASCAR driving schools look for unique ways to attract fans by Erik Spanberg
Southern Pines Pilot:
Drivers Jockey for Chase Position by Andy Cagle
Speedway Illustrated:
Weekend Preview - High Stakes at (and for) Atlanta by Rob Sneddon
SpeedwayMedia:
Rev'd Up: Hot-Lanta and the Pep Boys Auto 500 and
Kenseth holds on to keep Chase streak alive by Rebecca Spence;
Is Stewart Haas Racing good for NASCAR? - by Heath Heidemann
Stock Car Spin:
NASCAR Drivers Playing Musical Cars; And Everybody's Winning by Ben Montedonico
Sports Ilustrated:
The case for retiring worthy NASCAR numbers by Tom Bowles
Sporting News:
Maturing Braun is on a roll in truck series by Tim Tuttle
Spotter Stand:
Spotter Chatter: Atlanta By The Numbers by Patrick Baldwin
USA Today:
Atlanta race restores NASCAR holiday comfort in South by Nate Ryan
Vegas Insider
Atlanta Preview by Micah Roberts
Yahoo Sports:
Where’s the silliness? by Jenna Fryer;
The Martin-Busch advantage by Ricky Craven;
What to Watch for: Pep Boys Auto 500
posted September 3, 2009
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Arizona Republic:
Joey Logano taking lots of heat for "Sliced Bread" nickname by Jim Gintonio
Augusta Chronicle:
A recipe for success - Ticket sales soar at Hampton track after date change by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
RCR Takes Big Step Towards Returning To Respectability by Jerry Bonkowski
All Left Turns:
Will Busch or Vickers make the Chase? by Patrick Reynolds;
How to win a Sprint Cup title by Dale Watermill
Bump Drafts:
When It’s "All In" Time, Kenseth Is Money by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
IndyCar would be in better shape if it embraced ovals by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Are You Ready For Some Football? by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Kenseth clinging to Chase eligibility by Godwin Kelly
Delaware News Journal:
After 1,000 starts, Martin still chasing championship dreams by Mike Finney
FanHouse:
10 Questions with... Clint Bowyer by Geoffrey Miller
Fort Worth Star Telegram:
Perennial Chaser Kenseth clinging to playoff spot this season by Anthony Andro
FoxSports:
It might be Labor Day, but Atlanta's no picnic and
Singing in the rain is OK ... racing, not so much by Darrell Waltrip;
Kyle Busch just keeps on winning by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
Fanning The Flames: Busch's New Gibson Guitar Antics by Matt Taliaferro;
Critics Have It Wrong In Wendell Scott Hall Of Fame Debate by Tommy Thompson;
Ousting A Veteran Driver At His Best Track For An Unproven Rookie: Par For The Course In NASCAR by Vito Pugliese;
Looking Back At How Fun NASCAR Was Not Long Ago: Part 1 by Jeff Meyer;
Fantasy Insider: Garnering The Parts To Overhaul Your Pre-Chase Roster by Bryan Davis Keith and Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Atlanta Ace Labonte Will Have Streak Broken by Doug Demmons
Laidback Racing:
Tailgatin': What You Need to Know About Hotlanta by Jo Ann Hlavac
Marcy Scott [of AMS] Blog:
The Last of the “Red Devil”
MikeMulhern.net:
Marcy Scott, and The Last of the Red Devil....and
NASCAR's Championship Chase: a modest proposal
NASCAR.com:
Atlanta plays a new role in the championship fight by Bill Kimm;
Childress grandson brings #3 back to national level and
Track hopes new date will help it stand out in a crowd by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Sadly, Shepherd’s long journey in NASCAR may be coming to an end by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Daily News:
Unfamiliar path ahead for Kenseth by Sarah Farlee
NASCAR Insiders:
How Do Guys Keep Failing These Drug Tests? by T.C.
NASCAR This Week:
Atlanta notebook #1: Hits and misses for Chase contenders at Atlanta and
NASCAR peple love to talk. Lord how they love to talk by Monte Dutton
Nashville City Paper:
NASCAR becoming NAP-CAR by Larry Woody
Philadelphia Daily News:
Kenseth is keeping his cool down NASCAR's stretch by Bill Fleischman
Race Journal Online:
I Was Just Wonderin'... What Went So Ugly at Yates Racing? by Carol Einarsson
Racing Geek:
Looking at The Blue's by Jordan Bianchi
SceneDaily:
Kyle Busch, Mark Martin should already be in Chase by Kris Johnson;
Confessions of a NASCAR fan: Race week brings a special visitor far from the track by Carolyn Brewster
SpeedwayMedia:
Chase For The Cup Preview by Jeffrey Boswell
Spin Doctor 500:
Logano Grades Himself by Michael Knight
Sporting News:
Three Reasons Montoya's Making The Chase by Matt Crossman
Sports Illustrated:
Making a good first impression by Brant James
USA Today:
Team notes: Labor Day getaway next up at Atlanta
Yahoo Sports:
Midnight Marbles, where we too want a personal leprechaun by Jay Busbee
York Dispatch:
Edwards one to watch at Atlanta by Ellen Siska
posted September 2, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Clint Bowyer Chat Wrap;
Antiques have no place in real racing by Ed Hinton;
Making the Chase still a nail-biter for many drivers by Matt Willis;
Should NASCAR race in the rain or not? and
Schedule needs tinkering in a bold way by Terry Blount
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Is Keselowski settling with Penske Racing by Jeremy Dunn
Athlon Sports:
Horsepower Rankings: Let the Sprint Begin by Matt Taliaferro
Bleacher Report:
Labor Day of Love: Will the Atlanta Race Become a NASCAR Tradition? by Rob Tiongson
Bump Drafts:
Labor Day Weekend Approaches. Where is Darlington? by Patrick Reynolds
Business of NASCAR:
We're Back for Another Season! by Dr. Jon Ackley
Cape May County Herald:
NASCAR Nation by Bruce Knoll, Jr
CBS Sports:
Feud of the Week: Keselowski's move; Cup going global; Kyle-less Chase by Brian De Los Santos and Pete Pistone
Denver Motorsports Examiner:
Local motorsports business thrives by Christine Jerritts
Everyday Joe:
Edwards Wins the Napa Auto Parts 200 by Warren Hayashi
FoxSports:
Race to the Chase is the best time of year by Jeff Owens;
Keselowski signing shows Penske's determination by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Side by Side: Who Will Make The Chase Cut, Vickers Or Busch? by Tommy Thompson and Doug Turnbull;
The Right Fit: Why Brad Keselowski Joining Penske Racing In 2010 Will Work by Vito Pugliese;
Top Ten Things We've Learned From Racing In The Rain At Montreal by Jeff Meyer;
Mirror Driving: Montreal to Cup?, Atlanta Angst, And Where Have All The Rookies Gone?;
Did You Notice? ... NASCAR's A Young Man's Game, Chasing Survival, And Highway Robbery by Tom Bowles
GirlRacer:
Speed Secrets -- a look inside the NASCAR Sprint Cup garage by Caitlin Shaw
Insider Racing News:
Despite Struggles and Setbacks, Bobby Labonte Still Hopeful by Rebecca Gladden
Laidback Racing:
Cup Corner: Atlanta Fantasy Forecast by Ron Engel
Lexington Dispatch:
Night races are coming to Atlanta by Ben White
Motorsports Talk:
On closing the deal eight years later, Chicago Motor Speedway, and improving the racing in the CWTS by Charles Krall
NASCAR.com:
Something that trumps championship on resume and
Earnhardt's advice helped Keselowski join Penske by David Caraviello;
Parks' mantra was simple: Be the fastest and the best by Mark Aumann;
Five things about ... Cup champion Jimmie Johnson by Raygan Swan
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Penske’s No. 1 goal now: Hold on to Keselowski by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Keselowski credits Earnhardt Junior for helping decide Penske move and
Fantasy football? How about a Fantasy NASCAR broadcast team? and
Your turn: Should NASCAR’s Sprint Cup Series race in Montreal? In the rain? by Greg Engle
NASCAR Insiders:
Ask The Insiders Wednesday #39 by T.C.
NASCAR Media:
Atlanta Weekend Preview page
NASCAR This Week:
It's easier than firing the team and
Despite recent Nationwide success, Edwards is all about the Chase and
If I had been a coach ... and
Burning issues: 9-1-09 by Monte Dutton
On Pit Roads:
Roush’s Talent Surplus Zapped Bobby Labonte by Charlie Turner
Philadelphia Daily News:
Keselowski to join Penske team by Bill Fleischman
phillyBurbs:
Sprint Cup teams make it seem so easy by Ernie Saxton
RacingOne:
Family Ties - Short Track Attack by Kevin Ramsell
Racin' Today:
Morning Memo: Your Thoughts On Cooling Down? by Jim Pedley;
Announcers Should Park Their Woofing by Larry Woody;
Cut The Talk About Cutting An Atlanta Race and
Petty Was A Peach In Georgia No Matter The Race Track by Rick Minter
RacingWithRich:
If you're hoping Labor Day race will someday return to Darlington, forget it by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Overlooked No More by Jordan Bianchi
Roanoke Times:
NASCAR notes: Penske cuts Keselowski a deal by Dustin Long
RubbingsRacing:
Bobby Labonte: Don’t Ask Me, Better Ask.com by DJ DeSpain
SceneDaily:
Tension mounts as NASCAR roars into Atlanta by Rea White;
Did Brad Keselowski make the right move by going to Penske? by Jeff Gluck;
Bobby Labonte's career takes another turn by Kenny Bruce
SPEEDtv:
Cracking The Chase by Larry McReynolds;
Q&A - Pat Tryson by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Chase Watch: Atlanta, Richmond and on to the chase by Larry Taylor;
On Pit Road: ESPN race coverage …no surprise, act 2 by Joe Dunn;
Atlanta Motor Speedway is the Home to NASCAR's Greatest Race and
Though a tough economy, Bobby Labonte still has options by Clayton Caldwell
Sporting News:
Lesson Learned From Darlington Labor Day Race by Jim Pedley;
Keselowski Vs. Logano Should Be Interesting by Buzz Cutler
Sports Illustrated:
Ambrose learns NASCAR ropes after open-wheel education by Tim Tuttle;
Joining Penske puts Keselowski in perfect position to be successful by Tom Bowles
Stock Car Spin:
Road Courses Are The New Short Tracks by Ben Montedonico
Tampa-Motorsports-Examiner:
NASCAR 101 : cars and crew, how many parts? Part 2 and
NASCAR and NFL: Speed between the ears, Part 1 by Dwight Drum
Toronto Sun:
The manoeuvring begins by Dean McNulty
Weekender:
Kyle Busch is on the clock
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: California dreamin' by Jay Hart;
From the Couch: When money talks, NASCAR listens
posted September 1, 2009
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ESPN.com:
Darnell to replace Labonte for 7 races by Marty Smith
Atlanta NASCAR Examiner:
Changes at Hall of Fame Racing leave Labonte out of a ride by Jeremy Dunn
Auto Racing Daily:
Following A Forgettable 2009, Harvick Needs a Memorable 2010 by Jerry Bonkowski
Bleacher Report:
Chase Patrol: Will Gordon's Summer of Discontent Result With Victories? by Rob Tiongson
Bump Drafts:
After This Season, I Need A “Chaser” by Jeremy Sellers
Daly Planet:
US Open Pushes "NASCAR Now" To Midnight Shift and
No Marty Reid In Atlanta For ESPN by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Please, No More Patrick Talk by Godwin Kelly
Element of Speed:
Where is the Love? by Summer Dreyer
fanzonesports:
With The Chase Coming Up, There Are No Guarantees, Just Ask Jeff Gordon by Sal Sigala Jr
Fayetteville Observer:
Bouncing off the walls by Thomas Pope
Fox Sports:
Edwards never lets up on the pressure by Jeff Hammond;
Pressure to make Chase field mounting by Rea White
Frontstretch:
Is Darnell's Best Chance Labonte's Last Hurrah? by Tom Bowles;
From The Track To Your TV: An Inside Look At How ESPN Broadcasts Tick by Phil Allaway;
Beyond The Cockpit: Catching Up With Rick Crawford by Toni Montgomery;
Has This Season Really Been All That Bad? by Danny Peters;
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN Endures Montreal Marathon by Phil Allaway
Hampton Roads:
Sponsorship woes leave Labonte out of ride for 7 races by Dustin Long
Insider Racing News:
Racer Profile: Ricky Hendrick by Allen Madding
LaidbackRacing:
How Far Have We Come? by Mad Mikie
MikeMulhern.net:
Rookie Erik Darnell gets a shot at Cup, taking Bobby Labonte's ride for Atlanta and six more runs this fall
NASCAR.com:
Malec one of the few with Johnson since beginning and
Atlanta the benefactor of close battle for Chase berth and
Replica of championship car in soap-box derby by Joe Menzer
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
After latest blow, Bobby Labonte may be near the end of his career by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Insiders:
2011 Could Be A Good Year For NASCAR by Journo
NASCAR Examiner:
Darnell, Labonte swap could backfire for new sponsor by Greg Engle
NASCAR-ista:
The NASAR Twitter-lution by Michelle Dawn
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - Stephen Wallace: One Man Wrecking Crew by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Ne Peut Pas Gagner Pour Perdre Faire le Degré - Montreal Nationwide Race by Dennis Michelsen
RacingWithRich:
'Start and Park' teams just playing a profitable game by Richard Allen
RubbingsRacing:
NASCAR: Testing Ban A Challenge to Rookies and IRL Drivers by Lisa DeSpain
SPEEDtv:
Labonte To Split Time With Darnell and
Earnhardt Finally Warming Up by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
The Final Word - So that is why they don't race in the rain by Ron Thornton;
Surprising, Not Surprising: The Cup Series' last weekend off by Larry Taylor;
NASCAR, reconsider road-course officiating: You're better than Sunday's race by Heath Heidemann;
Carl Edwards Steals Win From Ambrose at Montreal Wreck Fest by Angie Campbell
Sports Radio Interviews:
Jimmie Johnson talks about the point race, meeting President Obama, double file restarts
Sports Illustrated:
Edwards, Busch use weekend off to keep on racing by Bruce Martin
Stock Car History Online:
Tom Kirkland Collection: Fonty
Stock Car Spin:
Silly Season Moves: Labonte, Keselowski, and Harvick. Oh My! by Ben Montedonico
Tallahassee Democrat:
Man from a Land Down Under by Lisa Fowler
USA Today:
Sponsorship woes put Darnell in Labonte's seat by Nate Ryan
Yahoo Sports:
Fryer’s Five: Bye bye Bobby by Jenna Fryer
