Junior’s Number And Another F1 Driver

There are new rumors circling regarding Dale Earnhardt, Jrs. number for next year. Nothing official has been announced, but Dale has stated that he’s excited about one possibility and that he thinks fans will be as well. The possible number links his past and future.

Roush Finally Gets CoT Win

Yesterday’s NASCAR Nextel Cup race at Bristol had two definite strong cars; Kasey Kahne and Carl Edwards. Kasey dominated the early part of the race, while Carl took control of the all important finish. At times other cars seemed to be able to run with them, Kurt Busch, Dale, Jr., Tony Stewart, but ultimately this race was going to be decided by these two.

Tantrum Over, Junior Ready To Move On

Things got pretty ugly last week after Dale Earnhardt, Jr. announced that he wouldn’t be driving the number 8 next year at Hendrick Motorsports. He made statements that it was all Teresa Earnhardt’s fault. He, once again, accused her of trying to derail his career and take what his daddy wanted for him.

Of Rain and Numbers

The rain fell on Michigan this week, causing the race to be postponed to Tuesday. (I’m writing this in faith that they’ll get it underway.) The rains have pointed to one specific flaw in the Chase for the Cup; what happens if a race gets rained out to the point where they have to move the date?

Latarte Returns, Gordon On Pole

With only four races left until the start of the Chase, Jeff Gordon’s crew chief, Steve Latarte, returned from suspension and Gordon took the pole for this weekend’s race at Michigan International Raceway. He has been out for six weeks, serving a suspension for violation of rules in connection with the Car of Tomorrow. His presence at the track seems to have boosted the team, returning them to prime form.

Post Watkins Glen Wrap-Up

What a weekend it was at the Glen! Rain, fights and spins, all leading to another Tony Stewart win. Another blown engine for Dale, Jr. and he’s on the outside looking in.

Road Course Time Again

It was only a few weeks ago that the Cup boys were turning left and right in California. Now, they make their way to upstate New York for the annual event at Watkins Glen. With that comes the usual “ringers” and regular pros. Of course, it’s another time around for the Car of Tomorrow, as well.