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About.com:
Who Was Bill France Sr.? and
Top NASCAR Stories of 2011 by Steve McCormick
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Stunning Flashbacks of 2011 Season by Sandra MacWatters
Charlotte Observer:
It was a season of surprises from Bayne to Stewart by Jim Utter
Daytona Beach News Journal:
CRG America comes prepared and
KartWeek racing brings families to Daytona by Godwin Kelly
Fan4Racing:
How will the Busch Brothers reality show unfold for 2012? by Sharon Burton
Gaston Gazette:
Check out A.J. Allmendinger's new ride and NASCAR happenings with NTW by Monte Dutton
Georgia Racing History:
Thoughts On 2011 With 2012 Coming Up Fast by Brandon Reed
Insider Racing News:
Winning Percentage Statistic Provides Interesting Insights by Rebecca Gladden
Motor Racing Network:
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Owner of the Year;
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Biggest Heartbreak;
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Breakthrough
Motorsports Unplugged:
One Resolution Broken, But Here Are 12 More by Tom Higgins
NASCAR.com:
Zipadelli cherishes family, anticipates opportunity by Dave Rodman;
Say what? NASCAR filled with memorable quotes by David Caraviello
One Foot in the Gutter:
The Random Rambling's of Riki Rachtman
Race Talk Radio:
Kahne had No Reason to Apologize by Dennis Michelsen
San Francisco Chroncile:
NASCAR star ripped, apologizes for breastfeeding remark on Twitter by Nick Mathews
SB Nation:
The Top 10 Most Memorable NASCAR Tweetups Of 2011 by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
Travails of Busch brothers show it's all about keeping sponsors happy by Erik Spanberg;
Top 30: Improbable Chase run leads Tony Stewart to third Cup title by Kenny Bruce
Sirius Speedway:
"Breast Gate" Provides Valuable Lesson In Social Media by Dave Moody
Skirts and Scuffs:
In the Rearview Mirror: Richie Evans, the "King" of modifieds by Amanda Ebersole
SPEED:
10 Best Silly Season Moves by Tom Jensen;
Wrapping Up 2011 by Jimmy Spencer;
Stewart Driver Of The Year and
Daytona – Undiscovered Country and
Kahne All A-Twitter by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
Year in Review: 10-Years Ago Tragedy Strikes And We Lose Dale Earnhardt Sr. by Sal Sigala Jr.
Sports Illustrated:
NASCAR predictions for 2012 by Dustin Long
USA Today:
Kasey Kahne apologizes for slam of breastfeeding mom by Chad Leistikow
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Is the NASCAR season too long? by Jay Busbee
Bumpdrafter :
Can Kyle Busch Focus? by Joseph Davis
Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR drivers are a changin' by Jim Utter
CBS Sports:
2011 Winners and Losers by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Kasey Kahne's Social Media Moment by John Daly
Elmiria Journal Star:
Ambrose victory not the only highlight this year by Ron Levanduski
FoxSports:
It's about time for a change by Darrell Waltrip
Insider Racing News:
Will Phoenix Racing Be The Right Fit For Kurt Busch? by Nicholas Schwartz
motorweeklive:
Danbury Racearena and LaJoie Memories Made Great Christmas Presents by Patrick Reynolds
NASCAR.com:
Championship race for the ages was story of 2011 by David Caraviello
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Kasey Kahne's breastfeeding rant is this NASCAR offseason's official WTF moment by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Kasey Kahne has the right to say what he wants by Greg Engle
Race Journal Online:
Kurt and Kyle Have Nothing on Kasey, NASCAR's New PR Bad Boy by Carol Einarsson
RacinToday:
Montoya To Be On Watch List At Rolex by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
JGR was right to ask Kyle Busch to step out of his truck, but will he do it? by Richard Allen
Savannah Morning News:
NASCAR's winners and losers of 2011 by Don Coble
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Carl Edwards comes up one point short, but proud of accomplishment and
Best of 2011: Best quotes include Tony Stewart's 'I will declare I am a total bumbling idiot' if I win title by Bob Pockrass
Sirius Speedway:
Is JGR Justified In Removing Busch From Nationwide, Trucks? and
An Open Letter To Sirius-Speedway.com Readers by Dave Moody
Sports Illustrated:
Gordon hopes to conquer new territory with win in Dakar Rally by Tim Tuttle
Stock Car Gazette:
A Chat With 2011 Sprint Cup Rookie of the Year Andy Lally by Heather Meyer
All Left Turns:
2012 And The Car Vs. Driver Question by Jim McCoy
Bleacher Report:
Why A.J. Allmendinger Will Never Live Up to the Legacy of Kurt Busch by Sandra MacWatters
Building Speed:
Allmendinger vs. Ragan: Moneyball Turning Left by Diandra Leslie-Pelecky
Charlotte Observer:
Hayes put 'new twist' on NASCAR by Jim Utter
CBS Sports:
Team Review/Preview: Red Bull Racing by Pete Pistone
Cincinnati Enquirer:
Cars stop, but teams on move by Kevin Kelly
Daly Planet:
Facebook Timeline Set To Affect NASCAR by John Daly
Fan4Racing:
A Career making opportunity for Allmendinger by Andrew Laskey
Fayetteville Observer:
A writer's 'wave-around' by Thomas Pope
Herald Bulletin:
Indy 500 is top race of 2011 by Ken de la Bastide
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR's Version of Musical Chairs Continues by Chuck Abrams
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Monumental highs and heartbreaking lows in auto racing during 2011 by Dave Kallmann
Motor Racing Network:
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Disappointment and
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Best Paint Scheme
Phillyburbs:
Time to think about the bucket list by Ernie Saxton
RacingWithRich:
Even after turnaround season, Junior needs to be more productive in 2012 by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Top 30: 'Happy' Harvick not so happy after coming up short again in 2011 by Jeff Owens;
AJ Allmendinger views Penske ride as his best – and last – chance to prove himself as a Cup driver by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
10 Biggest Surprises by Tom Jensen;
Winners, Losers And In-Betweeners by Mike Hembree
Sports Illustrated:
Biggest racing stories of 2011 by Brant James
Skirts and Scuffs:
"Name That Driver" for Richard Petty Motorsports: Aric Almirola has the edge over David Ragan by Amanda Ebersole
Toronto Sun:
A.J.'s climbing Sprint Cup ladder by Dean McNulty
Bumpdrafter:
The Best New Driver/Crew Chief Pairing In 2012? by Joseph Davis
Daly Planet:
Go Daddy Internet Ship Listing To Port by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Never too early for New Year's resolutions by Ken Willis
Globe and Mail:
Listed: What racecar drivers deserve most in 2012 by Jeff Pappone
Insider Racing News:
The Truck Series Won't Be The Same Without Kyle Busch by Doug Demmons
Lexington Dispatch:
NASCAR stays busy during the holidays by Ben White
Michigan Live:
New additions, old favorites make top 10 West Michigan races to see in 2012 by Steve Kaminski
Motor Racing Network:
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Best Rivalry
Motorsports Unplugged:
Here we are, only five days away from flipping the calendar to a new year by Ben White
NASCAR Examiner:
Is the Chili Bowl such a good idea for Tony Stewart? and
Almirola not the right driver for Richard Petty by Greg Engle
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - 1987 Winston 500: Home Sweet Home for the Alabama Gang! by Carol Einarsson
RacingToday:
We May Not Have Heard The Last Of Busch by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
Looks like Reutimann, Ragan and Vickers were left standing when the music stopped and
Bayne provided greatest racing moment of 2011 for East Tennessee fans ny Richard Allen
SB Nation:
Is Aric Almirola Best NASCAR Driver For Richard Petty Motorsports' #43 Car? by Jeff Gluck
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Three wins, fourth-place points finish prove Matt Kenseth still a threat by Kenny Bruce;
Best of 2011: Feud of the Year an easy choice as Kyle Busch and Kevin Harvick have at it by Bob Pockrass
Sledgehammer:
The Gift by Bob Margolis
SPEED:
Kahne's Long Road Reaches Peak by Mike Hembree
Sports Illustrated:
Unlikely Rookie of the Year looks back on his time in Sprint Cup by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times: Is NASCAR REALLY Listening To The Fans? by Lou Modestino
Toronto Star:
Top Ten motor sport stories of 2011 by Norris McDonald
Yahoo Sports:
NASCAR in 2011: Nothing went by the script by Jay Hart
Daly Planet:
Holiday Recap: Here's What We Know by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Top Cup stories of 2011 by Godwin Kelly
Insider Racing News:
Can Earnhardt Jr. Get Back To Victory Lane In 2012 by Matthew Pizzolato
Mad Mikie's Laidback Lounge:
What Does NASCAR Get For $15,231,323.00? by John "Dawg" Chapman
MassLive:
Auto Racing Links: Bruton Smith helping New England charities; new Whelen Modified Tour driver; more by Jason Remillard
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Motorsports in 2011 has had its ups and downs by Dave Kallmann
Motor Racing Network:
Sprint Cup Fan Awards: Best Race
NASCAR.com:
Continuing his climb: Allgaier finishes career-high third thanks to victory, 17 top-10s by Mark Aumann;
Top five races of 2011: From young guns to seasoned veterans, drivers gave us a season to remember by Joe Menzer
RacingWithRich:
Did NASCAR have a great season in 2011 or just a great ending? by Richard Allen
Scene Daily:
Slugger Labbe's long, winding road paying dividends with Paul Menard, Richard Childress Racing by Kris Johnson;
Top 30: Brad Keselowski most improved Cup driver in 2011, goes from 25th to 5th by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
Calm Before The Storm and
Stewart's Chase Performance One For The Ages by Mike Hembree
Times Bulletin:
Rumble in Fort Wayne has local flavor by Ed Gebert
WJHG:
James Finch Talks About Hiring Kurt Busch by Mark Vaughn
Yahoo Sports:
Power Rankings: Who's the best team in NASCAR right now? by Jay Busbee;
Fan's Perspective: Bill Elliott's Career by the Numbers by Paula Thompson

ESPN.com:
NASCAR train rolls through offseason by Terry Blount

Auto Racing Daily:
Three drivers vying for RPM seat? by Amanda Vincent

AutoWeek:
Phoenix Racing says it can help rebuild Kurt Busch's reputation by Al Pearce
Bleacher Report:
Holiday Wishes to NASCAR Fans and Cheers to an Exciting 2012 Season by Sandra MacWatters
CBS Sports:
Team Review/Preview: Richard Petty Motorsports and
Kurt and Kyle Busch may team up in Nationwide by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
A Christmas story Tom Higgins' Scuffs by Tom Higgins
FoxSports:
Finch-Busch looks like winning team by Darrell Waltrip
ifantasyrace:
AJ Allmendinger 2012 Fantasy NASCAR Preview by Ryan Rantz
Insider Racing News:
Getting To Know David Ragan by Donalde z Smith
Marcy Scott:
Two Years Cancer Free and Surgery No. 10 by Marcy Scott [of Atlanta Motor Speedway]

Michigan Live:
Kurt Busch signs with Phoenix Racing? He should have opted for Pro Stocks on NHRA circuit by Steve Kaminski
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
'Tis the season . . . for Kenseth appearances by Dave Kallmann

Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Kurt Busch finds a ride, but Silly Season still isn't settled by Jacob Mayer
Motor Racing Network:
Busch Faces Long Odds by Pete Pistone
NASCAR.com:
Top 5: No returns on these gifts by Dave Rodman;
Man without a home: Sorenson was a title contender at Turner, but fired with five races remaining by Mark Aumann;
Brewer, Johnson still at odds nearly 20 years later by Rick Houston

NASCAR Notes:
LVH Super Book odds to win 2012 Daytona 500 by Michah Roberts
Ozarks First:
Bass Pro NASCAR Team Swings Through Springfield MO
Phillyburbs:
Kurt Busch chased from Penske Racing by Ernie Saxton
racing-reference:
A Silly Season Like No Other by Nick DeGroot
RacinToday:
Is NASCAR Dead In Nashville? by Larry Woody

RantSports:
Tony Stewart is on Fire. Here Kitty, Kitty by Brian M. Berg Jr.
SB Nation:
From The Mind Of @nascarcasm: Racing Imagery To Make You Laugh
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Dale Earnhardt Jr. didn’t win, but did show marked improvement in 2011 by Kenny Bruce;
Top 30: Jimmie Johnson anxious to return to championship contention after off year in 2011 by Jeff Owens;
Truck champ Austin Dillon ready for next step to Nationwide Series by Bob Pockrass

Skirts and Scuffs:
Silly season hits insane proportions by Amanda Ebersole
SPEED:
Some Folks Were Very Good, Indeed and
The List Of Lists and
For Edwards, A Quiet Family Christmas by Mike Hembree;
Bayne’s Daytona 500 Victory Kicked Off Magical Season by Tom Jensen

Sports Illustrated:
Front Row Motorsports proves a small operation can compete in Cup by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Spin:
Will Kurt Busch’s Career Grind to a Halt at Phoenix Racing? by Kristin Weaver
Yahoo Sports:
Winners and losers in NASCAR’s silly season by Jay Hart
ESPN.com:
Will Kurt Busch rise with Phoenix? by David Newton
Atlantic City Press:
Ryan Truex a candidate for ESPN's NEXT issue by Jason Mazda
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Good Cup Rides Are Filling Up by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
Some of the best, biggest and most bizarre of 2011 by Jim Utter
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Brian Vickers by Mike Neff;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Kenny Wallace by Amy Henderson;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Steve Wallace by the Frontstretch Staff
Georgia Racing History:
Catchin' Up With Charlie Barrett by Mike Bell
Insider Racing News:
Two Prominent NASCAR Sponsors Involved in Non-NASCAR Controversies by Rebecca Gladden
Las Vegas Sun:
This Week's Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
MikeMulhern.net:
More Christmas Week surprises on the NASCAR trail....
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Santa by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
Kurt driving Kyle's Nationwide car offers limitless reality television possibilities by Richard Allen
SB Nation:
Landon Cassill To NASCAR Owners After Kurt Busch News: Hire Me, I'm Cheap Labor by Jeff Gluck
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Denny Hamlin hopes Darian Grubb can help him forget disappointment of 2011 by Jeff Owena
Skirts and Scuffs:
Deuces Wild: Dinger deserves the double deuce by Katy Lindamood
Sledgehammer:
Show me the money by Bob Margolis
SPEED:
How The Finch Stole Christmas by Mike Hembree;
Kurt Busch Going 'Old School' With Phoenix Racing by Jared Turner
SpeedwayMedia:
The Smart Money's On Busch to RPM...Or Not by Ron Fleshman;
New Penske Racing Driver AJ Allmendinger Feels It's Time to Do or Die by Kelly Crandall;
Jeff Gordon's Drive to End Hunger Takes No Holiday by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
Formula 1 needs influx of American drivers to be successful in the U.S. by Tim Tuttle
Stockton College [NJ]:
Alumni Spotlight: Jay Adamczyk (Jayski), '97 by Sara Faurot Crowley
Time Magazine:
Jayski.com - one the 50 Best Websites of 2011 by Harry McCracken
USA Today:
Kurt Busch will drive for Finch's Phoenix Racing by Seth Livingstone
Alabama Live:
NASCAR reboots its online strategy by Doug Demmons
Autoextremist:
Fumes: Thoughts, words and musings from the 2011 racing season by Peter M. De Lorenzo
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Sprint Cup: 12 Tracks That Would Be Better For the Chase's Final Race by Sandra MacWatters
CBS Sports:
Allmendinger wins while Ragan hopes for the best by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Concord mom, son decorate for a cause: Down Syndrome Association of Charlotte part of Festival of Trees by Lukas Johnson
Daly Planet:
Your NASCAR TV Christmas Wish by John Daly
Elmiria Star Gazette:
Geoff Bodine, sponsor have big Sprint Cup plans for 2012 / Notes by Ron Levanduski
Fox Sports:
From RP to RP by Darrell Waltrip;
Allmendinger given keys to Penske #22 by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Reed Sorenson by Bryan Keith;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Martin Truex, Jr. by the Frontstretch Staff
Gaston Gazette:
Sporting world spinning ever more erratically and
Check out NASCAR This Week to see what drivers will want in 2012 by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
Santa's NASCAR Naughty and Nice List of 2011 by Nicholas Schwartz
Los Angeles Times:
IndyCar Series tries to steer through tragedy and upheaval by Jim Peltz
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Allmendinger's move creates even more questions in wild NASCAR offseason by Jacob Mayer
Motor Racing Network:
Allmendinger Welcomes New Chapter by Pete Pistone
NASCAR.com:
Miller, Bowyer share mutual admiration at MWR by Dave Rodman;
Allmendinger hopes to take 'next step' at Penske by David Caraviello
Race Journal Online:
Kurt Busch to Santa: Do You Need a Driver for the Sleigh? by Carol Einarsson
RacinToday:
Allmendinger Finally Finds Stability by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
Merry Christmas, A.J. Allmendinger -signed, Kurt Busch by Richard Allen
RacinwithRuss:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Series: Who's Where in 2012 (Part 2) by Russell Schmidt
SB Nation:
Why Penske Racing Decided To Hire AJ Allmendinger For Open NASCAR Ride by Jeff Gluck
SceneDaily:
Best of 2011: Busch brothers join Emily Maynard, Paige Duke and a Nashville preacher to create some bizarre moments by Jeff Owens;
Top 30: Jeff Gordon happy with wins but wants more by Bob Pockrass
Skirts and Scuffs:
Ragan the front runner for Petty's iconic #43? by Amanda Ebersole;
Chad Knaus Championship Fire Still Burns by Lacy Keyser
SPEED:
Silliest Season Ever? by Tom Jensen;
Inside The Drivers' Stockings by Jimmy Spencer;
The Dinger – Moving On Up by Mike Hembree
Sports Illustrated:
Kurt Busch, David Ragan headline best remaining Cup free agents by Brant James
Stock Car Spin:
What Will Joey Logano Do in 2012? by Kristin Weaver
Toronto Star:
The best Christmas driving home song — ever by Norris McDonald
USA Today:
A.J. Allmendinger lands coveted Kurt Busch ride with Penske by Chad Leistikow
ESPN.com:
Bayne, others big on giving back and
Best Buy moves to Roush Fenway by David Newton
Bleacher Report:
Richard Petty Motorsports: Who Will Save the No. 43 as Best Buy Bails? by Sandra MacWatters
CBS Sports:
Allmendinger wins while Ragan hopes for the best by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Wednesday: TV/Media Question And Answer Session by John Daly
Fox Sports:
Pressure builds for title seekers by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Regan Smith by Tony Lumbis;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Brian Scott by Phil Allaway;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Johnny Sauter by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Is It Silly Season - Or Crazy Season? by Chuck Abrams
Motor Racing Network:
Allmendinger Lands Penske Ride by Pete Pistone
NASCAR.com:
Earnhardt's outlook for the future bolstered by the improvements of past year by David Caraviello;
In first year with JGR, more consistent Scott improved on every statistic from '10 by Bill Kimm
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Volunteers sought for 2012 Detroit Grand Prix by Matt Myftiu
New York Times:
A 50-Year Racing Career, With No Checkered Flag in Sight by Steve Cole Smith
Patriot Ledger:
NASCAR TV ratings were up but ticket sales are still a problem by Lou Modestino
Racing Geek:
NASCAR Yearend Awards by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
Best Buy to Roush Fenway creates more questions than it answers by Richard Allen
Scene Daily:
Tim Tebow has nothing on NASCAR's Joe Gibbs and Trevor Bayne by Kris Johnson
Skirts and Scuffs :
Faith on the Frontstretch: 'Tis the Season for Anticipation by Beth Bence Reinke;
In the Rearview Mirror: Dale Inman, the man behind "The King" by Amanda Ebersole
SPEED:
Keselowski’s Season Of Magic and
Frustrated Again, Ford Renews Title Hunt by Mike Hembree
Sports Illustrated:
Can Tony Stewart repeat as champion with a new-look team? by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times: NASCAR TV Ratings Up In '11, But Does That Mean More Attendance in '12? by Lou Modestino
Toronto Sun:
My wish list for Canada's racing elite by Dean McNulty
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: When is it time to find a new favorite driver? by Jay Busbee
All Left Turns:
Songs As NASCAR Awards- 2011 Edition by Jim McCoy
CBS Sports:
Best Buy sponsorship to Roush Fenway Racing by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
NASCAR Discovers The Internet by John Daly
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: David Reutimann by Mike Neff;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Elliott Sadler by Bryan Davis Keith;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Jamie McMurray and
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Robby Gordon by John Potts
Insider Racing News:
This Time It’s Fans Who Want NASCAR To Pull Hard On The Reins by Doug Demmons
Lexington Dispatch:
NASCAR stays busy during the holidays by Ben White
Motor Racing Network:
Trio of Stories to Watch by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
Yarborough, One Of NASCAR’s Greats, Happy Today But Hasn’t Forgotten Yesterday by Ben White
NASCAR.com:
Isaac's education came on track as he built a career worthy of Hall consideration and
Annett was at rock bottom in Feb. but turnaround would come in second half by Mark Aumann
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers: 1989 Holly Farms 400 - When Men Were Men: Rudd vs. Earnhardt On Track and Off by Carol Einarsson
RacingWithRich:
NASCAR's top-35 rule may be rendered null and void in 2012 by Richard Allen
SB Nation:
Carl Edwards Signs Yet ANOTHER Sponsor – Best Buy – For 2012 Season (Matt Kenseth, Too) by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
Best of 2011: Trevor Bayne produced the brightest moment in a season full of upsets by Bob Pockrass
Skirts and Scuffs:
NASCAR In Heels: Naughty or Nice? by Holly Strain
SPEED:
January Will Be Jumping by Mike Hembree;
Can Zeroes Become Winners?
Speedway Media:
Season Finale in Homestead Left Many Impressed, Including Rick Hendrick by Kelly Crandall
USA Today:
NASCAR brand manager zooms from airport to racetrack by Charisse Jones
Yahoo Sports:
Power Rankings: The best drivers under 30 by Jay Busbee
Daly Planet:
NASCAR Returns To SPEED With Daytona Testing by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Duno impresses while Cope assists LePage by D.C. Williams
Formula One Examiner:
Another F1 star could be eyeing NASCAR: by Greg Engle
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Trevor Bayne and
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: David Ragan by Doug Turnbull;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Timothy Peters by Beth Lunkenheimer
Huntington News:
Second to None: Dillon, Stenhouse Avoid Slumps, Seize First National Series Titles by Cathy Elliott
Insider Racing News:
Things Are Looking Up, Yes Up, For Tony Stewart by Matthew Pizzolato
Mad Mikie's Laidback Lounge:
Random Ramblings by John "Dawg" Chapman
MikeMulhern.net:
The Sprint Cup season in review: Wow! Now take a breath before we take off for 2012 and
NASCAR 2011? Now this season was a wild one!
MotorAuthority:
New NASCAR Rules Intended To Inhibit Tandem Drafts by Anne Proffit
Motor Racing Network:
Zipadelli Ready for New Role by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
Despite Great Competition, NASCAR Must Still Deal With An Ongoing Problem by Steve Waid
NASCAR.com:
Edwards could be guy to end second-place curse by Joe Menzer;
Shift in fortunes; A probable title contender in preseason, Wallace found trouble at every turn
by Bill Kimm
NASCAR: Beyond The Track:
Brad Keselowski has quickly gone from learner to leader at Penske Racing by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR Examiner:
Will the thrill be gone at Daytona? and
Ten things to help break your NASCAR addiction during the off season by Greg Engle
RacingwithRich:
Stewart-Haas making improvements even after championship campaign by Richard Allen
SB Nation:
Who Will Be The Next NASCAR Driver To Join Twitter? by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
Top 30: Kurt Busch wins but season marked by emotional outbursts, loss of Penske ride by Bob Pockrass
Skirts and Scuffs:
Why I Love NASCAR: You the Reader by Chief 187
SPEED:
Top 10 Races by Tom Jensen;
Stuff They Said and
Winning Doesn't Guarantee Stability by Mike Hembree
Stock Car Spin:
Five NASCAR Drivers Who Have a Shot at the 2012 Sprint Cup by Kristin Weaver
Gaston Gazette:
Letting the fans call the shots ..... Or at least giving it a shot by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
Year In Review, Silly Season Has A Whole New Meaning by Kim Roberson
Los Angeles Times:
'Perfect storm' of factors led to Dan Wheldon's fatal crash by Jim Peltz
NASCAR.com:
Age of experience: The 2011 season was a battle between generations, this time won by the young by Dave Rodman;
Tulsa was a dusty adventure for NASCAR in 1956 by Mark Aumann;
A championship to remember - Year in Review: After difficult regular season, Stewart found groove in Chase by Joe Menzer
RantSports:
Wanted NASCAR Sponsors by Brian M. Berg Jr.
SceneDaily:
Chad Knaus: 'Racing is all I think about' by Jon Gunn;
Top 30: Kyle Busch continues to win, but controversy, poor Chase performance still haunts JGR driver by Jeff Owens
Skirts and Scuffs :
Zippy's back in charge by LJC (Lisa Janine Cloud)
SPEED:
Another Extension For Silly Season and
Statistics Do Some Talking: A long look at the numbers illuminates positives and negatives of the Sprint Cup season… and
Las Vegas Track Benefits From Banquet, Schedule by Mike Hembree;
NNS: Top 10 Races by Tom Jensen
WSB Radio Race Blog:
Offseason Asides: Stewart's championship revisited, 'Dinger drama, who's in the 22, and more by Doug Turnbull
ESPN.com:
Chat Wrapup with David Newton
At the Track: Gater News:
2012 NASCAR Season closes out with an unexpected Champion: Me? by Ed Coombs
CBS Sports:
Team Review/Preview: Michael Waltrip Racing by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Week In Review: Off-Season Changes by John Daly
FoxSports:
FOX NASCAR Awards: Driver of the Year
Gaston Gazertte:
Notebook: Reciting the crew-chief changes by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR Is In Your Neighborhood by Donalde z Smith
Johnson City Press:
Trip to N.C. Hall of Fame brings bonus by Jeff Birchfield
Las Vegas Motor Speedway:
Las Vegas Motor Speedway Offers Holiday Specials for Fans
Las Vegas Sun:
This Week's Stockcar Toon by Mike Smith
Los Angeles Times:
'Perfect storm' of factors led to Dan Wheldon's fatal crash by Jim Peltz
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Joey Logano the big winner in latest crew chief shuffle by Jacob Mayer
National Speed Sport News:
Brandon McReynolds Is Learning The Ropes
SceneDaily:
Who were the biggest disappointments of 2011? Big names and big teams by Jeff Owens;
Top 30: Victory helps brighten transitional year for Kasey Kahne by Bob Pockrass;
Top 30: Clint Bowyer ends RCR tenure with impressive results by Kenny Bruce
Skirts and Scuffs:
Zipadelli as interim crew chief a boon for Patrick by Rebecca Kivak
SPEED:
Gordon – Building For 2012 Has Begun by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
The 2011 Sprint Cup Series Year in Quotes Review by Kelly Crandall
SpinDoctor500:
2011 In Review by Michael Knight
Sports Illustrated:
AC/DC frontman Brian Johnson takes to the track to aid charity by Brant James
ESPN.com:
Kurt Busch will land on his feet by David Newton
Associated Press:
IndyCar: 'Limitless' racing factor in Vegas wreck by Jenna Fryer
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Racing Historian Cho Lee Passed Away Unexpectedly by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
Christmas gifts for NASCAR fans by Jim Utter;
Wilson, Lorenzen share memories of 1964 streak by Tom Higgins
Elmiria Star Gazette:
Safety changes being considered at Glen by Ron Levanduski
FoxSports:
NASCAR drivers need keen senses to become top contenders by Darrell Waltrip;
Are ovals safe enough for IndyCar? by Holly Cain
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Juan Pablo Montoya by Mark Howell;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Casey Mears by Amy Henderson;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Paul Menard by Brody Jones
Gaston Gazette:
Difficult to 'maintain' this time of year by Monte Dutton
Georgia Racing History:
NASCAR's New Season Didn't Always Wait For The New Year by Brandon Reed
Insider Racing News:
Kurt Busch Is … Duh, Winning! by Rebecca Gladden
Motorsports Unplugged:
A Happy Holiday And Then, A Blue Christmas… by Tom Higgins
NASCAR.com:
Bowyer, Pattie start team-building exercise by Dave Rodman;
'I hope it motivates me' Year in Review: Despite runner-up finish, Edwards was most consistent in 2011 by Joe Menzer
RaceTalkRadio:
Top 2011 Most and Least Influential NASCAR Personalities by Mike Harper
RacingWithRich:
Best Buy to Kenseth rumor playing out like a soap opera in the Ford camp by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Driving at the limit: The frightening reality of life in NASCAR’s fast lane by Jon Gunn;
Best of 2011: Trevor Bayne, Tony Stewart, Dale Earnhardt Jr. among year’s biggest surprises and
Top 30: AJ Allmendinger continues to show steady improvement by Jeff Owens
Sports Illustrated:
With info in hand, IndyCar must learn from errors, improve safety by Bruce Martin
Stock Car Spin:
Could STP Come Back to NASCAR Full-Time with Kurt Busch Behind The Wheel? by Kristin Weaver
Toronto Star:
Wheldon death resulted from 'perfect storm' by Norris McDonald
Yahoo Sports:
Offseason Hot/Not: Red Bull’s Unfortunate NASCAR Goodbye by Geoffrey Miller
ESPN:
Auto racing's 10 burning questions by Terry Blount
Augusta Chronicle:
NASCAR season provided many memorable quotes by Don Coble
Auto Racing Daily:
Silly season produces interesting rumors by Amanda Vincent
Bleacher Report:
The Most Old-School Drivers Currently on the Circuit by Sandra MacWatters
CBS Sports:
Major changes impact powerhouse teams by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
SPEED Changes Raise NASCAR Network Questions by John Daly
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Shootout eligibility tweaked again and
New rules announced for Budweiser Shootout by Godwin Kelly
Frontstretch:
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Of NASCAR 2011: The Ugly (Part III) by Matt McLaughlin;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Mark Martin by Vito Pugliese
Insider Racing News:
Is It Time For The Sprint Cup To Go International - Again? by Nicholas Schwartz
Michigan Live:
Denny Hamlin should be back on track with switch to crew chief Darian Grubb by Steve Kaminski
Motorsports Unplugged:
Busch’s Talent Should Land Him A Ride, But Will It Be Enough? by Steve Waid
NASCAR.com:
'Work is never finished'; Martinsville Speedway founder Earles lived life reinventing, modifying, improving by Mark Aumann
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
2012 Bud Shootout entry list revealed ... and it's freaking huge! by Matt Myftiu
Patriot Ledger:
Kyle and Kurt Busch are constantly in trouble on the NASCAR scene by Lou Modestino
Race Journal Online:
2011 NASCAR Headlines That Could Have Been by Eddie Laub
RacingWithRich:
NASCAR apparently taking drastic steps to end 2x2 racing on plate tracks by Richard Allen
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Greg Biffle takes a step back in 2011, falls short of goal by Kenny Bruce;
Ryan Newman glad to be back in Chase but disappointed with struggles by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
Will Changes Tank Tandem Drafting? and
Special K Looks For Fine Tuning by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
Favorite memories of the 2011 Sprint Cup season by Angela Campbell
Sports Illustrated:
Drive for Diversity grad faces financial difficulty on road to Cup by Tim Tuttle
Valvoline:
The Men of the Year 2011 by I.N. Sidfer
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: We need some new postrace celebrations by Jay Busbee
Bleacher Report:
Tony Stewart's Low Expectations Result in Winning NASCAR Sprint Cup Title by Sandra MacWatters
Daly Planet:
SiriusXM Stand-Off With Turner Sports Continues by John Daly
FoxSports:
RPM co-owner lauds Busch's talent by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Joey Logano by Danny Peters;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Andy Lally by Brett Poirier;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Jason Leffler by Ron Lemasters;
The Good, The Bad And The Ugly Of NASCAR 2011: The Bad (Part II) by Matt McLaughlin
Gaston Gazette:
Check out Jimmie Johnson and the world of NASCAR This Week by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
2011 Comparison: Ambrose vs. Labonte by Chuck Abrams
Lexington Dispatch:
Great local tracks within 100 miles by Ben White
Motorsports Unplugged:
If Evidence Is Anything, Edwards Earns Title Sooner Than Later by Steve Waid
NASCAR Examiner:
Kurt Busch and Richard Petty mix could be a recipe for disaster by Greg Engle
News Herald:
A two-sport hall of famer? (Joe Gibbs) by Roy Waters
RacingWithRich:
Here's why Kurt Busch to RPM is a good idea and
Here's why Kurt Busch to RPM is a bad idea and
Exclusive Report: List of NASCAR personalities Christmas wishes obtained by Richard Allen
RacinwithRuss:
Who's Where for 2012 NASCAR's Sprint Cup Series (Part 1) by Russell Schmidt
Skirts and Scuffs:
In the Rearview Mirror: Kulwicki and Stewart comparisons are truly unjust and
Talkin' Trucks with David Pepper: A key player at ThorSport Racing by Amanda Ebersole;
NASCAR In Heels: Holiday shopping in a click by Holly Strain
SPEED:
Kahne Likely To Make Chase Noise Next Year by Mike Hembree
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times: Busch Brothers A Hotbed Of Controversy by Lou Modestino
Stock Car Spin:
What's Left for Tony Stewart After Winning Third Cup Title? by Kristin Weaver
Toronto Star:
Is Richard Petty serious about hiring Kurt Busch? by Norris McDonald
Toronto Sun:
Earnhardt's new lady brings him luck by Dean McNulty
Yahoo Sports:
Power Rankings: The best feuds of 2011 by Jay Busbee
ESPN.com:
Hendrick: "That 48 team has plenty of championships left in it" by Ryan McGee
All Left Turns:
NASCAR Letters To Santa by Jim McCoy
Autoextremist:
Thoughts, words and musings from the 2011 racing season by Peter M. De Lorenzo
Bumpdrafter:
A Relaxed 2012 For Earnhardt Jr.? by Joseph Davis
CBS Sports:
Team Review/Preview: Furniture Row Racing by Pete Pistone
Daly Planet:
Monday Motorsports News Continually Updated by John Daly
FoxSports:
NASCAR teams enjoy brief break by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
The Good, The Bad, And The Ugly Of NASCAR 2011: The Good (Part I) by Matt McLaughlin;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Kasey Kahne by Vito Pugliese;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Bobby Labonte by Garrett Horton
Insider Racing News:
The Not-So-Fine Art Of Picking Chase Contenders by Doug Demmons
LNC Pit Box:
Year In Review: The Top 10 Die-Cast of 2011 by Michelle Fannin
Motor Racing Network:
Hendrick Optimistic About 2012 and
Grubb Looking Ahead for Success by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
2011 Had Its 'Top Moments,' But History Was Also Made by Steve Waid;
Kurt Busch Might Have to “Occupy” Anything He Can Get by Michele Rahal
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Roush Fenway team had great success this year, and great disappointment by Matt Myftiu
NASCAR.com:
Naughty or nice, NASCAR karma comes around by Joe Menzer;
Don't stop believing; Year in Review: Keselowski never gave up and it led to Chase, top-five finish by Jill Erwin
NASCAR Home Tracks:
Youth & Diversity In Spotlight by Travis Barrett
Race Journal Online:
Driver Aliases, Off-Season Jobs, and Jimmie's Shrinkage by Carol Einarsson
Racin Today:
It's Time To Describe Some Nouns by Jim Pedley
RacingWithRich:
Hendrick domination will only become more pronounced in weak economy by Richard Allen
Racing Geek:
Offseason Edition of Winners & Losers by Jordan Bianchi
SB Nation:
Who Is Ben Brust, And Why Are NASCAR People Talking About Him? by Jeff Gluck
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Paul Menard enjoys best season as Cup driver with victory in 2011 and
RCR teams looking for more speed, more compatibility within organization for 2012 by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
Edwards On A Mission and
Selling Tickets, Turning Laps by Mike Hembree;
Lally Was Solid Rookie by Tom Jensen
Sports Illustrated:
Hamlin, Grubb hope to be a winning combination in Cup in 2012 by Bruce Martin;
Sports Illustrated / Facebook - Vote Tony Stewart to the cover
Stock Car Gazette:
What If We Could Change The Voice Of Our GPS? by Heather Meyer
Bleacher Report:
Jeremy Mayfield's Fall from Grace: The Fastlane to the Courthouse by Connor Kish;
Denny Hamlin: Will New Crew Chief Darian Grubb Get Him a NASCAR Cup Title? by Sandra MacWatters
Cincinnati Enquirer:
Ragan's future undetermined by Kevin Kelly
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Ron Hornaday, Jr. by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
Busch Brothers - Cut From The Same Cloth by Matthew Pizzolato
Mad Mikie's Laidback Lounge:
The Hot Seat by John "Dawg" Chapman
Motorsports Unplugged:
Move To JGR May Bring Good Things To Grubb, Hamlin by Ben White
NASCAR.com:
Smoked out;
Most on NASCAR.COM staff pick nine Chasers correctly, but no one had champ
by Mark Aumann
NASCAR Examiner:
NASCAR's 'Besties' and Worsties' of 2011 and
Red Bull NASCAR Toyota makes one final appearance by Greg Engle
RacingWithRich:
If you owned a second tier NASCAR team would you hire Kurt Busch? by Richard Allen
Skirts and Scuffs:
Why I Love NASCAR: Breaking News by Candice Smith;
Andy Lally: 2011 Rookie of the year but moving onward by Melissa Wright;
Silly season continues into the off-season by Amanda Ebersole
SPEED:
Harvick Looking To Beat The Curve by Mike Hembree;
Lally Was Solid Rookie and
Hill Takes Rookie Honors by Tom Jensen
Stock Car Spin:
NASCAR Preview 2012: What Drivers Will Be In Attendance? by Kristin Weaver
Yahoo Sports:
All he does is win: Tony Stewart wins Indy Karting Classic by Nick Bromberg
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR's Bizarre Contract Year Unpredictable and More Than Silly by Dwight Drum
Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR fan joins race to '12 'finish' by Tim Funk
Insider Racing News:
First-Time Winners Have Banner Year by Kim Roberson
NASCAR.com:
Cup in '11: Breakthroughs, records, dominance;
'We beat ourselves' Year in Review: Chase mistakes derailed Johnson's drive for sixth championship by David Caraviello;
Match made in heaven;
Year in Review: Earnhardt returned to Chase in first season with Letarte by Jill Erwin
RacinWithRich:
NASCAR hierarchy gave reason to believe all those conspiracy theories in 2011 by Richard Allen
SPEED:
NASCAR Teams Enjoy Brief Break by Jeff Hammond;
Stewart-Haas One Of The Big Boys Now? by Tom Jensen
Speedway Media:
Sometimes you need to admit you were wrong by Dave Grayson
Stock Car Spin:
Which NASCAR Driver Will Be Inducteed into the USAC Hall of Fame First? and
Why David Ragan is the Right Driver for Penske Racing by Kristin Weaver
ESPN.com:
David Ragan meets with Penske Racing by David Newton
Insider Racing News:
A Final Look At The 2011 NASCAR Awards Banquet by Donalde z Smith
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Darian Grubb exactly what Joe Gibbs Racing needed by Jacob Mayer
NASCAR.com:
Aim of winning another title drove Grubb to JGR and
What might have been; Year in Review: Comeback season didn't have quite the finish Gordon wanted by David Caraviello;
McKim has drawn up his Hall of Fame dream items; now he hopes for assistance by Rick Houston
SB Nation:
Darian Grubb: Why I Decided To Be Denny Hamlin's Crew Chief by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
How I met some big-time Vegas winners by Carolyn Brewster
SPEED:
Grubb Plans To Stay In Championship Hunt by Mike Hembree
Speedway Media:
Defying the Odds: Timmy Hill Wins Nationwide Series Rookie of the Year by Ashley McCubbin;
The 2011 Nationwide Series Year in Quotes Review by Kelly Crandall
ESPN.com:
Junior feeling comfortable by David Newton
Caledonian Record:
Random Thoughts in December by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
What's next for Kurt Busch? by Jim Utter
Bleacher Report:
Kurt Busch's NASCAR "Divorce" May Straighten Up His Driving by Sandra MacWatters
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Jeff Burton by Tony Lumbis;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: David Gilliland by Brody Jones;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: James Buescher by Beth Lunkenheimer
Insider Racing News:
NASCAR Christmas Wishes: A Letter To Santa by Rebecca Gladden
LNC Pit Box:
Hamlin Big Winner in Off-Season Shuffle by Michelle Fannin
MikeMulhern.net:
Denny Hamlin's new crew chief: The man who just led Tony Stewart to the NASCAR championship -- Darian Grubb
Motor Racing Network:
Addington Ready for New Challenge by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
The Two-Car Team, With Darrell And Neil, Came In 1984 by Junior Johnson
NASCAR.com:
LaJoie sees short-track safety as next priority and
SAFER developer says tethers need inspecting by Mark Aumann;
Waltrip shows off sporty look at Daytona by Dave Rodman;
Year in Review: After runner-up season, Hamlin never gained momentum in 2011 by David Caraviello
NASCAR Examiner:
Brendan Gaughan and Richard Childress should be a winning combination by Greg Engle
Southern Pines Pilot:
Complex Driver Needs to Find Fun Again by Andy Cagle
SPEED:
The Importance Of Kurt Busch’s Back Pocket and
Red Bull Closes Doors and
A Rock 'N' Roll 2011 by Mike Hembree
Stock Car Spin:
Goodbye, Red Bull Racing by Kristin Weaver
Augusta Chronicle:
NASCAR season started and ended with unlikely stories by Don Coble
Backseat Driver With a Calculator:
Carl Edwards, and drivers who've gone from 2nd one year to 1st the next (or not at all) by Robert J. Turnbull
Bleacher Report:
Why Tony Stewart's Sprint Cup Win Is Good for the Sport by Sandra MacWatters
Bumpdrafter:
Drivers, Crew Chiefs, And Job Applications, Oh My by Joseph Davis
Charlotte Observer:
Hard racing with winds raging by Tom Higgins
Daly Planet:
The Beat Goes On by John Daly
Daytona Beach News-Journal:
Waltrip excited for 1st Rolex 24 by Godwin Kelly
Fox Sports:
Keselowski suddenly in new role by Holly Cain
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Dave Blaney by Phil Allaway;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Clint Bowyer by Mark Howell
Insider Racing News:
The Money Was On The Wrong Busch Brother by Nicholas Schwartz
Los Angeles Daily News:
NASCAR driver Kurt Busch might be headed back to the NHRA by Louis Brewster
Motor Racing Network:
New Year, New Start for Lally by John Singler;
Most Popular Ballot Proves Nothing by Steve Blevins
Motor Sports Unplugged:
Racing In California And The Santa Ana Winds by Tom Higgins
NASCAR.com:
Message at safety conference: Be proactive by Mark Aumann;
Right frame of mind by Joe Menzer;
Ragan positioning himself for shot at #22 car by David Caraviello
NASCAR Examiner:
Should Kurt Busch be given another chance by Greg Engle
Race Journal Online:
NASCAR's Parallel Universe by Eddie Laub
Racin Today:
Junior Winless But Not Fan-less by Larry Woody
SPEED:
Newman Looking Toward New Year and
Gordon Breaks Loose and
Earnhardt Jr. Eyeing New Year's Eve – And New Year and
Could Hendrick Be Most Improved For 2012? by Mike Hembree
Speedway Media:
Countdown to Daytona: 80 by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
Where will Kurt Busch land after split with Penske Racing? by Tim Tuttle
Stock Car Spin:
Where Does Kurt Busch Go For His Fresh Start? by Kristin Weaver
ESPN.com:
Patrick: "I have the tools I need to win" by Marty Smith
Backseat Driver With a CalculatorL
Kurt Busch mutually agrees with Penske to be fired by Robert J. Turnbull
Bleacher Report:
Denny Hamlin's Crew Chief Dumped, So Where is Darian Grubb Really Going? by Sandra MacWatters
NASCAR Drivers, Wives and Twitter: Is NASCAR the Most Popular Sport on Twitter? by Connor Kish
Bumpdrafter:
Where Will Busch Go? by Joseph Davis
Car and Driver:
Kurt Busch Fired from Penske NASCAR Team: The Story Behind the Story by Steven Cole Smith
Daly Planet:
Wednesday TV/Media News And Notes and
Tuesday TV Toss-Up: Jeff Hammond by John Daly
Fan4Racing:
Carl Edwards: What you may not know by Sharon Burton
Fox Sports:
Sponsor will dictate Busch's next job by Larry McReynolds;
Loss of spotlight will inspire Johnson by Jeff Hammond
Frontstretch:
Mirror Driving: Rebuilding Denny Hamlin, Kurt Busch, Penske, And The NASCAR Banquet's Future by the Frontstretch Staff;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Aric Almirola by Ron Lemasters;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Marcos Ambrose by Toni Montgomery;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Michael Annett by Brett Poirier;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Greg Biffle by Summer Dreyer
Insider Racing News:
Penske Says Goodbye To Kurt Busch - Finally by Chuck Abrams
Lead-Lap:
Busch Situation Proves That Sponsorship Drives NASCAR by Shannon Baxter
Los Angeles Time:
For NASCAR's Kurt Busch, a dearth of options by Jim Peltz
Michigan Live:
Kurt Busch's success makes Kurt Busch expendable for Roger Penske Racing by Steve Kaminski
MikeMulhern.net:
Job Security? Not if you're a NASCAR crew chief. Just ask Mike Ford, the latest man shuffled out
Motor Racing Network:
Junior Enjoys Racing Again by Ricky Hamber;
Grubb Getting Close by Jeff Wackerlin;
JGR Tackles Engine Woes by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
Past Drivers Suggest Certain Behavior Wasn't Part Of Their Era by Steve Waid
Motorweek Live:
What Do The Busch Brothers Bring To NASCAR? by Patrick Reynolds
NASCAR.com:
Crew chief change a cure for year-long hangover? by David Caraviello;
Another new beginning by Dave Rodman
NASCAR Examiner:
This is shaping up to be the silliest NASCAR silly season ever by Greg Engle
SB Nation:
Tony Stewart Interview: 'They're Going To Remember This Championship For A Long Time, I Hope' by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
Rocky Road: Kurt Busch has long history of controversial incidents that have marked his career by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
Nothing Silly About This Off-Season by Tom Jensen;
Kenseth Confident About Sponsor Search and
Ford Out As Hamlin's Crew Chief and
Penske Still Pursuing Elusive Cup Title by Mike Hembree;
What Goes Around Comes Around by Jimmy Spencer
Speedway Media:
The teaming of Penske and Busch was even more dramatic than their separation by Dave Grayson
Spots Illustrated:
Former NBA All-Star Daugherty has always been a racer at heart by bruce Martin
Yahoo Sport:
Offseason Hot/Not: Tony Stewart, who? NASCAR's real closer was AJ Allmendinger by Geoffrey Miller
ESPN:
Kurt Busch seeking a fresh start by Marty Smith;
Chat Transcript: Terry Blount
All Left Turns:
Kurt Busch May Find Himself On An Island by Jim McCoy
Associated Press:
Penske Racing splits with Kurt Busch [with many quotes not found elsewhere] by Jenna Fryer
As the World Turns (Left):
Kurt Busch as much a victim of economy as antics by Josh Stewart
Atlanta Journal Constitution:
Busch’s actions prove costly by Rick Minter
Auto Racing Daily:
What's a Busch without a temper by Amanda Vincent
Bleacher Report:
NASCAR Sprint Cup Awards Banquet Showcases Drivers With Their Beauties by Sandra MacWatters
Charlotte Observer:
Not exactly finishing first in class by Tom Sorensen
Daytona Beach News Journal:
Penske Racing splits with Kurt Busch by Godwin Kelly
Delaware County Daily Times:
A Busch brother out of hand is worth ... by Jeff Wolfe
Fayetteville Observer:
Just what the doctor ordered by Thomas Pope
FoxSports:
Defiant: Kurt Busch Roger Penske NASCAR parting comes as no surprise by Darrell Waltrip
Frontstretch:
The Only Thing Mutual? Penske, Kurt Busch Both Stand to Lose Big by Bryan Keith;
Who Gets An Early Christmas Gift? Sorting Through Potential Busch Replacements by Tom Bowles;
Burned At The YouTube Stake: How Technology Brought Busch Down by Mike Neff
Gaston Gazette:
Sacrificed at the altar of Youtube: Kurt Busch is out of business for now by Monte Dutton;
Local officer chasing NASCAR dream
Insider Racing News:
Awesome Chase From Dawsonville Shines At The Snowball Derby by Doug Demmons
Lexington Dispatch:
Off-track issues sideline Kurt Busch by Ben White
LNC Pit Box:
Fired and Twang: Busch Brothers Have a Vastly Different Day by Michelle Fannin
Mad Mikie's Laidback Lounge:
Yes Virginia, There Is A Consequence by John "Dawg" Chapman
Midwest Racing Archives:
Race Tracks from the Past; Remembering Ord by Lee Ackerman
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Kurt Busch done at Penske, might be done as a regular contender by Jacob Mayer
MikeMulhern.net:
Kurt Busch: At the crossroads
Motor Racing Network:
Stewart Wins More Than Cup by Jeff Wackerlin;
What's Next for Busch? by Pete Pistone
Motorsports Unplugged:
The Question Now Is: What's Ahead For Busch And Penske? by Ben White
Philadelphia Daily News:
Divorce for Busch and Penske Racing by Bill Fleischman
Race Journal Online:
Cheers and Jeers - The Championship Banquet 500 by Carol Einarsson
Racinboys:
The Case For Regan Smith by Troy Harrison
Racin Today:
Enough Was Enough For The Captain by Jim Pedley
Racing Geek:
Fired Busch Facing Uncertain Future by Jordan Bianchi
RacingWithRich:
Who would NASCAR fans hate if they didn't have the Busch brothers? by Richard Allen
Racinboys:
The Case For Regan Smith by Troy Harrison
SB Nation:
Kurt Busch Makes Media Rounds After 'Mutual Decision' To Depart Penske Racing by Jeff Gluck
SceneDaily:
Top 30: Joey Logano faces make-or-break year after struggling in 2011 by Jeff Owens;
Best of 2011: Races at Talladega, Homestead and Daytona top year of fantastic finishes by Kenny Bruce;
Penske Racing president says it's 'time to move on' for Kurt Busch, team by Bob Pockrass
Sirius Speedway:
What's Next For Kurt Busch? by Dave Moody
Skirts and Scuffs:
NASCAR In Heels: Fashion Police by Holly Strain
SPEED:
Kahne Should Be A Force In 2012 by Tom Jensen;
SPEED Quotes: Kurt Busch On SPEED Center
SpeedwayMedia:
Countdown to Daytona: 83 by Mark Odor
Stock Car Gazette:
TV Times: Racing Team Members Can Be Paid Well, And Earn Every Penny by Lou Modestino
Toronto Star:
More on Kurt Busch's firing; Peter Gethin dies (video) by Norris McDonald
USA Today:
Kurt Busch considering all options after split with Penske by Nate Ryan
WSB Radio:
Offseason Asides: Kurt Busch Ripple Effect, Ragan Redemption, and Vegas Disappointment by Doug Turnbull
Weekend Starts on Wednesday:
The Other Side of Smoke
Yahoo Sports:
Kurt Busch’s future is bleak after ousting at Penske by Jay Hart
ESPN:
Kurt Busch learns lesson the hard way by Terry Blount;
Sources: Penske to review Kurt Busch and
Kurt Busch leaving Penske Racing by Terry Blount, David Newton and Marty Smith
Associated Press:
Penske Racing splits with Kurt Busch by Jenna Fryer
Bleacher Report:
Tony Stewart: Revelations From the Newest NASCAR Sprint Cup Champion by Sandra MacWatters
CBS Sports:
Penske, Kurt Busch to reportedly part ways after meltdown in Miami and
Kurt Busch, Penske Racing agree to part ways by Pete Pistone
Charlotte Observer:
Can David Ragan gain from Kurt Busch's departure? and
Kurt Busch out at Penske Racing by Jim Utter
Daly Planet:
Dear NASCAR TV: You Left Us Too Soon by John Daly
Florida Times Union:
Sources: Penske Racing fires driver Kurt Busch by Don Coble
FoxSports:
Kurt Busch not new to controversy;
A few likely candidates to replace Busch by Lee Spencer
Frontstretch:
Kurt Busch Out At Penske Racing by Amy Henderson;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: A.J. Allmendinger by Toni Montgomery;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Justin Allgaier by Mike Neff
Insider Racing News:
Earnhardt Jr. Still Most Popular Driver - But Wants More by Matthew Pizzolato
MikeMulhern.net:
Penske makes it official: Kurt Busch is out
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Rating the 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series: 3.3 Stars by Jacob Mayer
Motorsports Unplugged:
As Champ, Stewart Knows Well What Is Expected Of Him by Steve Waid
Motor Sports Weekly News:
Penske Fires Bad Boy Busch by Drew Hierwarter
Motor Racing Network:
Ragan Expected to Replace Busch by Pete Pistone;
Childress Fine Making Changes by Steve Blevins
NASCAR.com:
Next step unknown for Busch, Penske after split by Mark Aumann
NASCAR Examiner:
Kurt Busch says leaving Penske is a ‘positive step for me’ and
Will Kurt Busch become NASCAR’s greatest villain ever? and
Tony Stewart receives his crown to end the amazing 2011 NASCAR Sprint Cup season by Greg Engle
NASCAR: Beyond the Track:
Video Lowlights: The best (or should I say worst) of Kurt Busch's rants and
Penske expected to fire Kurt Busch; and Kurt has no one to blame but himself by Matt Myftiu
Race Journal Online:
Roger Penske is Not Joe Gibbs and Kurt is Kicked to the Curb by Carol Einarsson
Race Talk Radio:
Dear Mr. Penske by Dennis Michelsen
RacinToday:
Driver Kurt Busch Is Out At Penske Racing by Jim Pedley
SceneDaily:
Kurt Busch’s belligerent, unprofessional behavior finally caught up with him by Jeff Owens;
Top 30: Brian Vickers in spotlight for wrong reasons in 2011 by Kenny Bruce;
Kurt Busch may have few options for landing another Sprint Cup ride and
Strong finish, team outlook has Jeff Gordon pumped up for 2012 by Bob Pockrass
Skirts and Scuffs:
Why I Love NASCAR: The Off-Season by Chief 187
SPEED:
Kurt Busch – A Tale Of Whoas by Mike Hembree;
SPEED Quotes: Reaction To Kurt Busch’s Departure From Penske Racing
SpeedwayMedia:
Countdown to Daytona: 85 by Mary Jo Buchanan
Sports Illustrated:
FROM LAST WEEK: Kurt Busch's latest outburst may cost him his spot at Penske Racing by Tim Tuttle
Toronto Star:
Bulletin: Penske fires Kurt Busch by Norris McDonald
Yahoo Sports:
Kurt Busch out at Penske Racing by Nick Bromberg
ESPN:
NASCAR needs a champ like Tony Stewart by David Newton
Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR gets extra reason to celebrate by Jim Utter
Daly Planet:
TV Toss-up: Marianela Pereyra by John Daly
Gaston Gazette:
Football gone NASCAR and
Notebook: Same old end-of-year blues for Kyle Busch by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
How Were You Introduced To NASCAR? by Jim Fitzgerald
Kansas City Star:
Sprint has plenty of reasons for continuing NASCAR sponsorship by Randy Covitz
MikeMulhern.net:
NASCAR 2011: The goodies, the baddies and the uglies….
NASCAR.com:
Who would have thought it? by David Caraviello
SB Nation:
Las Vegas Wrap-Up: Putting The 2011 NASCAR Season In Rear-View Mirror by Jeff Gluck
Scene Daily:
NASCAR in Las Vegas proves to be hit-or-miss for the average fan by Carolyn Brewster;
Denny Hamlin still struggling to explain what went wrong in 2011 by Jeff Owens;
Top 30: Regan Smith’s win at Darlington highlight of season for team and
Jimmie Johnson has 'moved on' from disappointment of losing title stranglehold by Bob Pockrass
Sirius Speedway:
The Sad, Strange Journey Of Darian Grubb and
Top 10 Quotes NOT Reported During NASCAR Champion's Week by Dave Moody
Skirts and Scuffs:
NASCAR and Las Vegas honor the Chase drivers and Champion Tony Stewart by Amanda Ebersole;
Earnhardt Jr. says he and Letarte have yet to reach full potential by Rebecca Kivak
SPEED:
Off Season? What Off Season? and
Edwards Defines Grace Under Pressure by Tom Jensen;
Leaving Las Vegas and
Dethroned Johnson Planning Return To Top by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
Countdown to Daytona: 85 by Mary Jo Buchanan;
'Fearless Freddy' Belongs in NASCAR's Hall by Ron Fleshman
Sporting News:
A little more speed can make Earnhardt a frontrunner by Reid Spencer
StockCarSpin:
Dale Earnhardt, Jr-Champions Week in Review by Heather Lorien
Toronto Star:
Look at this: Sign about auto racing says it all by Norris McDonald
Alabama Live:
Talladega's Ice Cream Man wins NASCAR humanitarian award by Doug Demmons
Associated Press:
Stewart and Grubb spend final evening together by Jenna Fryer
Auto Racing Daily:
Busch brothers banquet snubbed in own hometown by Amanda Vincent
CBS Sports:
Tony Stewart officially honored as Cup champion by Pete Pistone
FoxSports:
NASCAR drivers should say ... by Jeff Owens
Insider Racing News:
Mexico Series Marketing "Bienvenidos a NASCAR" by Donalde z Smith
Kansas City Star:
Sprint will remain NASCAR title sponsor by Randy Covitz
Las Vegas Review Journal:
These gosh-darn NASCAR boys clean up real nice by Ron Kantowski
Las Vegas Weekly:
Strip Scribbles: Tony Stewart's awards for boldest, funniest moments by Robin Leach
Michigan Live:
Start, finish made NASCAR season memorable, but there were too many boring races by Steve Kaminski
Motor Racing Network:
Season Review: Tony Stewart by Pete Pistone
NASCAR.com:
Johnson gets new view -- eventually -- of banquet by Mark Aumann;
All about Smoke: Stewart basks in the adulation brought about by his third Cup Series title by Joe Menzer
RacinToday:
Tony Stewart And Friends Party Las Vegas Style by John Sturbin
Scene Daily:
Andy Lally honored as Sprint Cup rookie of the year and
Top 30: Jamie McMurray's spectacular 2010 season long forgotten after miserable 2011 by Jeff Owens;
Top 30: David Reutimann at a career crossroads after losing MWR ride by Kenny Bruce;
Tony Stewart celebrates third Cup title, this time as a co-owner as well by Bob Pockrass
SPEED:
Busches Have Tough Ride Home and
After Short Break, Stewart Will Focus On 2012 by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
The 2011 NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Year in Quotes Review by Kelly Crandall;
Countdown to Daytona: 86 (and 97) by Mark Odor
Sports Illustrated:
Kahne optimistic that move to Hendrick will revitalize his career by Cary Estes
Yahoo Sports:
Tony Stewart officially accepts championship at Sprint Cup banquet by Nick Bromberg
ESPN.cpm:
Busch brothers try to harness emotions and
'The Newlywed Game,' NASCAR-style by David Newton
Associated Press:
NASCAR's Kurt Busch seeing sports psychologist and
Earnhardt again named NASCAR's most popular driver by Jenna Fryer
AutoWeek:
Tony Stewart the new Alan Kulwicki? Yes and no by Al Pearce
Caledonian Record:
Strap In! Football Instead of Racing - I Think Not by Biggy Bigelow
Charlotte Observer:
NASCAR's celebrations have their moments, memories by Tom Higgins
New champion a shot in the arm? by Jim Utter
FoxSports:
Earnhardt is confident team will improve by Lee Spencer;
Thrilling year has us excited for more by Larry McReynolds
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Tony Stewart by Garrett Horton;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. by Summer Dreyerl
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Austin Dillon by Beth Lunkenheimer
Gaston Gazette:
How NASCAR celebrates: All about the sponsors by Monte Dutton
Insider Racing News:
Biggest Heartbreak of 2011? - It Wasn't Carl Edwards by Rebecca Gladden
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Race reporter Jamie Little at home in Las Vegas and on track and
A reporter's love-hate relationship with NASCAR by Sonya Padgett;
NASCAR brings fans up close, personal by Ron Kantowski
Las Vegas Sun:
Jeff Gordon break-dances at the NASCAR After The Lap event by Mike Smith
Mad Mikie's Laidback Lounge:
Tony Bought Zippy a Corvette by John "Dawg" Chapman;
Sanity?, RGM 2nd Hummer, Lotus, Cotton Owens, & More by Mad Mikie
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel:
Dave Kallmann Wednesday chat transcript
Motor Racing Network:
Busch Trying to Move On Positively by Pete Pistone;
Season Review: Carl Edwards by Ricky Hamber
Motorsports Unplugged:
It Could've Been Better For Kyle Busch But He Offers No Excuses Or Regrets by Steve Waid
NASCAR Examiner:
Darian Grubb speaks volumes while Tony Stewart talks to the President by Greg Engle
Race Journal Online:
Two in the Busch - A Brotherly Battle of Badness by Carol Einarsson
RacinToday:
'Twister' Driver Found Peace At The End by Rick Minter
RantSports:
NASCAR's Christmas Wish List by Brian M. Berg Jr.
SceneDaily:
Kevin Harvick tired of finishing third, spearheaded crew chief change by Jeff Owens
Sirius Speedway:
Gene Haas' Gamble Is Set To Pay Off by Dave Moody
SPEED:
Top Trends: The 2011 NASCAR season produced several new trends – some good and some not so much... by Jimmy Spencer;
Hamlin Wants Rebound From Sagging Season by Mike Hembree
SpeedwayMedia:
Coutndown to Daytona: 87 by Mark Odor
Sports Illustrated:
Six crew chief changes that will impact the 2012 Sprint Cup season by Brant James
Yahoo Sports:
Shocker: Dale Earnhardt Jr. wins Most Popular Driver award for ninth time by Jay Busbee
Alabama Live:
HANS device celebrates 25th anniversary by Doug Demmons
Augusta Chronicle:
Ragan is among the Sprint Cup drivers looking for a ride and
Crew chief of Sprint Cup champion is looking for new job by Don Coble
CBS Sports:
2011 CBSSports.com NASCAR Awards by Pete Pistone
Elmiria Star Gazette:
Todd Bodine has down year in Truck Series by Ron Levanduski
Frontstretch:
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Carl Edwards by Matt McLaughlin;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Kevin Harvick by S.D. Grady;
2011 NASCAR Driver Review: Matt Kenseth by Kurt Smith
green2checker:
Season Review: The Best And Worst Of 2011 by Holly Blake & David Starr
Insider Racing News:
Catching Up With The Crew Chief Silly Season by Nicholas Schwartz
Las Vegas Review Journal:
Champion's Week in Las Vegas;
Tony Stewart has made most of opportunity and
NASCAR's future on fast track and
Eubanks star at NASCAR Fanfest by Ron Kantowski
Las Vegas Sun:
NASCAR awards on Fremont Street - video;
NASCAR Newlywed Game - gallary
Lexington Dispatch:
Guard changes with Stewart by Ben White
Monday Morning Crew Chief:
Now the other Busch might lose his ride by Jacob Mayer
Motor Racing Network:
Season Review: Matt Kenseth by Pete Pistone;
Season Review: Kevin Harvick by John Singler
Motorsports Unplugged:
Elliott In NYC: 'Hard To Imagine That We Did It' by Tom Higgins
NASCAR.com:
I now pronounce you ... Stewart-Newman 'partnership' pays off in 'Newlywed Game' parody by Joe Menzer
Podium Finish:
In the Driver's Seat with Leilani Münter, ARCA Series Racer and Environmentalist by Rob Tiongson
Race Journal Online:
NASCAR Says Thanks! by Eddie Laub
RacinToday:
Dealing With Media All Part Of The Job by Larry Woody
RacinwithRuss:
NASCAR Final Weekend Winners and Losers by Russell Schmidt
SceneDaily:
Answer this: Dale Earnhardt Jr. says his 'future wife' would win what? and
Jeff Burton says battle-tested Drew Blickensderfer right fit to be his crew chief and
Top 30: Bobby Labonte looking for big gains in 2012 by Bob Pockrass
Skirts and Scuffs:
Timmy Hill: Mission Accomplished by Amanda Ebersole
SPEED:
Viva Las Vegas! Las Vegas has been a great host for Champion's Week by Tom Jensen
SpeedwayMedia:
Joe Denette Hits Lottery Again with New Driver Ron Hornaday and New Home at KHI Shop by Mary Jo Buchanan;
Countdown to Daytona: 88 by Mark Odor
Sports Illustrated:
Kurt Busch's latest outburst may cost him his spot at Penske Racing by Tim Tuttle
Stockton College [NJ]:
Alumni Spotlight: Jay Adamczyk (Jayski), '97 by Sara Faurot Crowley
Yahoo Sports:
Happy Hour: Steve Addington, glutton for punishment by Jay Busbee
Yardbarker:
Roush Fenway Racing and Richard Petty Motorsports 2011 Grades by Luke Krmpotich
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Stockton College [NJ]:
Alumni Spotlight: Jay Adamczyk (Jayski), '97 by Sara Faurot Crowley
CNN's Larry King Live: for those who missed the show in 2004: Interview With NASCAR Drivers Dale Earnhardt, Jr., Jeff Gordon.(2-23-2004)
Good Explanation of the history of the 43 car field, provisionals, etc at NASCAR.com: 43-car field a product of slow change by Dave Rodman.(3-23-2002)
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