#39-Ryan Newman is soon to become a first-time father. His wife Krisse is due shortly, and in case baby Newman arrives this weekend, four-time NASCAR truck champion Ron Hornaday will be ready to step in as the team’s substitute driver. “This is an exciting time for Krissie and me and if things work out where Ron will need to get in the car I know he will do a good job,” said Newman. “He did get some seat time in the #39 during a practice session in Phoenix.” Though Newman is on baby watch, he is still keeping his racing focus as he prepares for his ninth start at the 1.5-mile Homestead track. In his previous eight starts, he has scored two top 10s (US Army Racing)(11-18-2010)
