Official 2011 Nascar thread

• Curly J

  

  OhioStatePride2003;863065 wrote:Gotta love Borris Said's comments after the race. ESPN is calling it the "Sound Bite of the Year".

  That was great.
  
  I'm glad RPM finally got a win. I've been a long time Richard Petty fan. Looks like they might have some decent drivers now.
  
  I slept in and missed the race. (Too much Junior Johnson Moonshine last night)
• cat_lover

  Would have liked to see Boris get Biffle. Boris told the interviewer he would give Biffle a "friggin whooping". Got to love Boris Said.
• TigerNation10

  

  Starts around 1:20
  
  http://youtu.be/zsSjRhQIu8U
• Mark Mack

  Danica Patrick is moving to NASCAR full time next year.
  
  Will drive a full Nationwide schedule with JR Motorsports and 8-9 in the SPrint Cup for Stewart-Haas.
  
  In 2013, she will drive a full time schedule for Stewart-Haas in Sprint Cup.
  
  I am a big Tony Stewart fan, have been for many years, but I dont agree with him on this.
• GoChiefs

  

  Mark Mack;865650 wrote:Danica Patrick is moving to NASCAR full time next year.
  
  Will drive a full Nationwide schedule with JR Motorsports and 8-9 in the SPrint Cup for Stewart-Haas.
  
  In 2013, she will drive a full time schedule for Stewart-Haas in Sprint Cup.
  
  I am a big Tony Stewart fan, have been for many years, but I dont agree with him on this.

  
  Why? She will make him a shit load of money in merchandising alone. And she hasnt done too shabby so far.
• Mark Mack

  Besides winning 1 race in Japan, what else has she really done?
  
  Not disagreeing with you, I just dont know what else she has accomplished to make the move.
• WebFire

  Mark Mack;865709 wrote:Besides winning 1 race in Japan, what else has she really done?
  
  Not disagreeing with you, I just dont know what else she has accomplished to make the move.

  
  How many drivers win any NWS races before going full time?
• GoChiefs

  

  Off the top of my head? Indycar rookie of the year...3 top 10's in NWS...led the Indy 500...highest female finish at Indy...theres no denying shes ran better than many finishes would indicate.
• Speedofsand

  

  1958
  
• GoChiefs

  

  Clint Bowyer is seriously considering offers from one or more Sprint Cup teams to leave Richard Childress Racing -- his home since making his series debut in 2005 -- following the 2011 season. Bowyer talked openly of his desire to remain at RCR earlier this season, but negotiations have dragged and, according to multiple sources, deteriorated. "They are at loggerheads right now," a source said. Discussions between Bowyer and team owner Richard Childress have been complicated by the lack of a primary sponsor for the #33 Chevrolet. For the past three seasons General Mills brands Cheerios and Hamburger Helper have been that sponsor. Childress had expressed confidence that General Mills would return a month ago, but it's now believed the company is looking at other options. With #99-Carl Edwards off the market, Bowyer is the top free agent available. In addition to Childress, Richard Petty Motorsports, Roush Fenway Racing, Michael Waltrip Racing and Joe Gibbs Racing are said to be interested in hiring Bowyer.
  
  Petty has been pursuing Bowyer for several months in an attempt to expand to a three-car operation. Chief operating officer Robbie Loomis has been diligently working to put together a package for Bowyer that includes a Ford-backed deal similar to the Wood Brothers. Petty buys chassis from Roush Fenway and leases engines from Roush-Yates and the equipment may be attractive to Bowyer.
  Waltrip also would like to expand to three cars and may have some support from Toyota to acquire Bowyer.
  
  David Ragan seemed safe at Roush Fenway after his win at Daytona in July. It put him in the Chase, but he's since fallen out. Ragan, 23rd in points, needs a second victory to make the Chase. He's under contract to Roush Fenway for next season, but the team could move him to Petty and sign Bowyer. Gibbs president J.D. Gibbs has said that a fourth car for next season was a "long shot." Its earlier attempt to sign Edwards was financially backed by Toyota. The manufacturer would have to spend less money to land Bowyer, but it certainly could outbid the other offers.
  
  Childress should not be counted out. He has shown the ability to be resourceful in retaining drivers and finding sponsors. Negotiations between Bowyer and Childress are at a critical stage and the atmosphere isn't healthy. The overall situation regarding Bowyer's next contract is said to be "sensitive." Bowyer probably would like to make a decision as soon as possible to remove the uncertainty and distraction that comes with it. He'd much rather focus on making the Chase than worry about whom he'll be driving for next year.
• GoChiefs

  

  Leaving this weekend, a clinching driver has to have a 145-point lead over 11th place. Those who can mathematically clinch this weekend: #18-Kyle Busch, #99-Carl Edwards,#48- Jimmie Johnson and #29-Kevin Harvick. Busch and Edwards are currently 118 points ahead of 11th. Johnson is 112 and Harvick is 104. Then there's a Wild Card clinch possibility: If Kyle Busch or Harvick win this weekend, either driver will have four victories, which will lock them into the Chase as at least one of the Wild Card spots.
• Speedofsand

  

  Trucks at Michigan never disappoint. Wild race, GWC finish. Martin would have won if 29 didn't take him out.
  
  In Nationwide, Billy Johnson practiced 7th and qualified 14th for Carl's car in Montreal.
• Mark Mack

  So because she has had 3 top 10's, led the Indy 500 and won 1 race in Japan that doesnt really count, that is enough for her to be full time in Nationwide and get 9 NASCAR races next year?
  
  This is only for money, as her antics when things dont go her way wont fly in NASCAR.
  
  I am waiting for the first time Kyle Busch bumps her or puts her into a wall to she what she does.
• ts1227

  

  Mark Mack;868506 wrote:This is only for money, as her antics when things dont go her way wont fly in NASCAR.

  
  Same antics as Kyle Busch, and those seem to fly.
• Speedofsand

  

  They are tearing up some cars in Canada. Fans were wild for the retiring Carpentier. That was cool. Long time since he streaked at MidOhio. Looks like Marcos to win.
• GoChiefs

  

  Mark Mack;868506 wrote:So because she has had 3 top 10's, led the Indy 500 and won 1 race in Japan that doesnt really count, that is enough for her to be full time in Nationwide and get 9 NASCAR races next year?
  
  This is only for money, as her antics when things dont go her way wont fly in NASCAR.
  
  I am waiting for the first time Kyle Busch bumps her or puts her into a wall to she what she does.

  
  I said off the top of my head. I don't like her either, but I'm not dumb enough to think there isn't enough talent there to drive in the Nationwide Series.
• GoChiefs

  

  Mark Mack;868506 wrote:So because she has had 3 top 10's, led the Indy 500 and won 1 race in Japan that doesnt really count, that is enough for her to be full time in Nationwide and get 9 NASCAR races next year?
  
  This is only for money, as her antics when things dont go her way wont fly in NASCAR.
  
  I am waiting for the first time Kyle Busch bumps her or puts her into a wall to she what she does.

  
  Maybe this will help? In 7 years in IRL....
  
  111 races
  1 win
  20 Top 5's
  61 Top 10's
  3 Poles
  124 Laps led
  10.6 Average Finish
  
  So those stats aren't good enough to take a chance on?
• Gardens35

  Update: Lap 93 of 200.....B. Labonte is 29th. Pretty sure he's got this one.
• Tiger2003

  

  Hamlin proving alot of people right. One year wonder.
• Speedofsand

  

  Drivers Select Songs For Pre-Race
  
  http://www.bristolmotorspeedway.com/news_media/news_releases/595571.html
  
  Newman, Edwards on front row. Raining now, NNS later?
• Terry_Tate

  

  GoChiefs;868916 wrote:Maybe this will help? In 7 years in IRL....
  
  111 races
  1 win
  20 Top 5's
  61 Top 10's
  3 Poles
  124 Laps led
  10.6 Average Finish
  
  So those stats aren't good enough to take a chance on?

  
  No they're not. 124 laps led in 111 races? Lol. The only reason she's getting this shot is the exact same reason why Hendrick is keeping Junior around, $$$$$. Unfortunately that means more than performance anymore, even though its almost a win win for Hendrick cause he gets the money and his other teams still win.
• GoChiefs

  

  Terry_Tate;874932 wrote:No they're not. 124 laps led in 111 races? Lol. The only reason she's getting this shot is the exact same reason why Hendrick is keeping Junior around, $$$$$. Unfortunately that means more than performance anymore, even though its almost a win win for Hendrick cause he gets the money and his other teams still win.

  
  Well obviously publicity is the main reason, but to Top 10 in over half her races and say that isn't deserving of a shot in the NATIONWIDE series? Come on now. NATIONWIDE....not Cup.
• Tiger2003

  

  Another week another disaster. What is new for the #11 team!!! Fuck
• Tiger2003

  

  Great driving Paul Menard!!! Way to just drive over Denny!
• Tiger2003

  

  Well glad to see Denny could stay in the top 15. Might not be all that bad.