As rumored here: “Ward Burton is expected to sign a new contract with car owner Bill Davis(#22 MBNA Pontiac) this week, according to sources close to the team. And Derrike Cope and Chuck Rider are expected to sign their new contract today, according to team sources.”(JournalNow), the Ward news makes sense, perfect timing for a press conference at Dover where MBNA is the sponsor of the race(9-15-97)
