What’s Vexing Vito: Carl Edwards’s Anti-Climactic Climax
So the big story the last couple of months was where would Carl Edwards eventually land. No, not his signature backflip after winning a race, …
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Did You Notice? NASCAR’s Real Silly Season Story Not Carl, Contraction
*Did You Notice?*… The reason the Carl Edwards saga won’t go away? Sure, the sport’s most popular free agent has been begging for privacy, impossible to receive in this age of public transparency where every celebrity’s move is documented in full. Too many drivers, team members, and heck, even sponsors are affected by this decision for them to sit in silence, working off Carl’s schedule as the clock slowly ticks towards Homestead.
But the sad part about this whole scenario is these people are on edge because, just like the current economy, NASCAR is very much an _employer’s_ market. Drivers like Clint Bowyer, Ricky Stenhouse, Jr., Trevor Bayne, even Brian Vickers know their _only_ opportunities could come if Edwards opens the door – and a ride – at Roush Fenway Racing. That’s it; there’s no plan B, temp agency or million-dollar reality game show ready to save them.
Voice of Vito: Time’s Up, NASCAR Drivers Nearing the End of the Line
NASCAR is no exception; there are a few drivers who have immunized themselves from outside competition or are able to land rides by providing sponsorship.
Mirror Driving: Paul Menard’s Win, Carl Edwards’s Contract & a Silly Rule
Is Jeff Gordon right, or can a driver like Carl Edwards defy the odds and take the title in a lame-duck situation?
Frontstretch NASCAR Power Rankings: Top 15 After the 2011 Brickyard 400
Did Menard make it into the Power Rankings after his unlikely Brickyard 400 win for himself and his family at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway?
The Yellow Stripe: NASCAR Bookies Never Get It Wrong
So with six races to go before the Chase starts, there’s still plenty of time to get your money on your favorite NASCAR driver.
Talking NASCAR TV: ESPN’s Cup Return Successful for 159 Laps, but About Lap 160…
Hello, race fans. Welcome back to Talking NASCAR TV, where we’re fine with innovation, as long as they benefit the final product.
Matt McLaughlin’s Thinkin’ Out Loud: 2011 Brickyard 400 Race Recap
Remember back when the Brickyard 400 used to draw a standing room only 300,000 fans?
Bowles-Eye View: Money Can’t Buy Happiness, but in NASCAR, It Can Buy You Time
Five years. 167 starts. Four different NASCAR Sprint Cup organizations. For Paul Menard, the numbers were adding up everywhere but the victory column.
Paul Menard Wins 2011 Brickyard 400
Paul Menard finally fulfilled his father’s dream of 35 years, winning at Indianapolis.