Matt McLaughlin Mouths Off: A Tale of 2 Racetracks
It’s coincidental, but still notable, that the NASCAR Cup Series visits its shortest oval racetrack (Martinsville) then heads off to its longest (Talladega).
Cup Series
Fanning the Flames: Taking Chad Knaus Away, Loosening Lug Nuts & Chase Venting
Neither Jimmie Johnson nor Chad Knaus had ever really shown any indications that their performance would be possible in the Cup Series prior to being paired up.
Thompson in Turn 5: Bob Griese’s Comments Uncalled for, but Situation Handled Well by All Involved
What Denny Hamlin did not count on is that a remark made by ESPN analyst Bob Griese the previous day would trump his win and the Chase for coverage.
Frontstretch Fantasy Insider: Guiding Your Team Through the Big One to Talladega Success
After tackling the bullring of Martinsville, stock car racing’s best now return to the annual “lottery,” 500 miles of knee-buckling action at Talladega.
What’s Vexing Vito: Looking for NASCAR News Where There is None to be Found
As the NASCAR Sprint Cup season winds down, there has been little in the way of earth-shattering developments or anything garnering more than passing interest.
Did You Notice? Busch Brothers Burn Crew Chiefs Out, Officiating Mistakes & NASCAR on WWE?
Did You Notice? Both Busch brothers caused their crew chiefs to burn out at the same time?
Top 10 Things Bob Griese Could Have Said That Would Have Actually Been an Insult
10. “All them other rednecks took him snipe hunting and he was late for the start.”
Mirror Driving: Addington Angst, Rewarding Wins & is Jeff Gordon Over the Hill?
Once considered the driver most likely to break the record of seven Cup championships, will Jeff Gordon ever take home a fifth?
Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2009 TUMS Fast Relief 500 at Martinsville
Although he didn’t win on Sunday, Jimmie Johnson continued his death grip on the top spot in the Power Rankings with his second-place finish at Martinsville.
Voice of Vito: Jimmie Johnson’s 4th Title in Striking Distance, Yet Talladega Remains a Game Changer
I know it’s hard to imagine right now, but contrary to popular belief Jimmie Johnson and the No. 48 car does get involved in wrecks from time to time.