#56- Martin Truex’s crew chief Chad Johnston and wife Stacey are awaiting the birth of their first child in the Charlotte area. Last weekend Scott Miller, Michael Waltrip Racing executive vice president of competition, called the shots at Poco#Miller will be on standby again if Johnston isn ‘t in Michigan. Even if he remains in North Carolina, Johnston will remain in touch with the team throughout the weekend via cell phone and computer.(MWR)(6-14-2012)
UPDATE and congrats: Congratulations to Chad Johnston, crew chief of the #56 NAPA AUTO PARTS Toyota in the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series and his wife Stacey. Last night, Johnston received an early Father’s Day present as his son, Chase Allen Johnston, arrived at 10:32 pm/et. The baby boy weighed in at nine lbs. and 20.75 inches long. He joins big sister Sydnee into the family. Plans are for Johnston to remain in Mooresville, N.C. with his family for the remainder of the weekend. Serving as interim crew chief for driver Martin Truex Jr. and the NAPA Racing team for Sunday’s Michigan 400 at Michigan International Speedway is Scott Miller, Michael Waltrip Racing executive vice president of competition.(MWR)(6-16-2012)
