((HT: ESPN/NASCAR))
The worst kept secret in stock car racing is official...
Carl Edwards is jumping from Roush Fenway Racing to Joe Gibbs for the 2015 season.
Here's the announcement
The larger news from Joe Gibbs is their dealings through the Drivers Through Diversity program. The squad signed Daniel Suarez for their Nationwide and truck programs.
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Tuesday, August 19, 2014
Sunday, July 27, 2014
Edwards Leaving Roush-Fenway After 11 Years
((HT: Fox Sports 1/NASCAR))
The news wasn't all that unexpected, but Carl Edwards is out at Roush-Fenway Racing after this season, heading to a fourth car that Joe Gibbs Racing will be adding to their stacks in 2015.
We think...
Greg Biffle, Ricky Stenhouse, Junior and Trevor Bayne (getting a full season ride) are the three for RFR next year.
"I have had the privilege of fielding entries for the world's best race car drivers in NASCAR for nearly 30 years, and feel quite fortunate to have an opportunity to do that again next year," said team co-owner Jack Roush in a press release.
"We have always prided ourselves in developing talent at Roush Fenway, and our 2015 line-up is a testament to the success of our organization in that respect," Roush said. "Greg Biffle is one of the most purely talented racers I've ever seen behind the wheel of a car, and his experience combined with the raw natural abilities, enthusiasm and desire in both Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. and Trevor Bayne have me very excited for the future. Although we still have a lot to accomplish this year, both John Henry and I are looking forward to going to the track in 2015 with this blend of veteran leadership and youthful potential."
Fastenal stays with RFR and goes to the Stenhouse car. AdvoCare will pair with Bayne.
Here's the instant analysis...
By contract, Edwards cannot announce his future plans until September, but he admits publicly he has plans in place.
The news wasn't all that unexpected, but Carl Edwards is out at Roush-Fenway Racing after this season, heading to a fourth car that Joe Gibbs Racing will be adding to their stacks in 2015.
We think...
Greg Biffle, Ricky Stenhouse, Junior and Trevor Bayne (getting a full season ride) are the three for RFR next year.
"I have had the privilege of fielding entries for the world's best race car drivers in NASCAR for nearly 30 years, and feel quite fortunate to have an opportunity to do that again next year," said team co-owner Jack Roush in a press release.
"We have always prided ourselves in developing talent at Roush Fenway, and our 2015 line-up is a testament to the success of our organization in that respect," Roush said. "Greg Biffle is one of the most purely talented racers I've ever seen behind the wheel of a car, and his experience combined with the raw natural abilities, enthusiasm and desire in both Ricky Stenhouse, Jr. and Trevor Bayne have me very excited for the future. Although we still have a lot to accomplish this year, both John Henry and I are looking forward to going to the track in 2015 with this blend of veteran leadership and youthful potential."
Fastenal stays with RFR and goes to the Stenhouse car. AdvoCare will pair with Bayne.
Here's the instant analysis...
By contract, Edwards cannot announce his future plans until September, but he admits publicly he has plans in place.
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Darrell Wallace, Junior Makes History, Harvick And Dillon Make Soundbites
((HT: NASCAR on FOX))
It was a history-making day at Martinsville this afternoon as Darrell Wallace, Junior became the first black driver in 50 years to win a top-level NASCAR-sanctioned event. Wallace won the truck series event after dueling Jeb Burton at the restart with five laps to go...
Here's the finish and the highlights...
Wendell Scott won in Jacksonville in December 1963 in what is now the Sprint Cup Series.
"We congratulate Darrell Wallace Jr. on his first national series victory, one that will be remembered as a remarkable moment in our sport's history," NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France said.
"I had a chance to talk with Darrell and his father in Victory Lane today and we are just thrilled for him and his entire family on the win in Martinsville," car owner Joe Gibbs said. "We obviously think a lot about Darrell. He has tremendous talent and we really believe he can have a huge impact on our sport."
But there were more fireworks after the event as Kevin Harvick went on mic and expressed his displeasure toward Ty Dillon and RCR Racing for getting spun late in a battle for positioning...
So there...
It was a history-making day at Martinsville this afternoon as Darrell Wallace, Junior became the first black driver in 50 years to win a top-level NASCAR-sanctioned event. Wallace won the truck series event after dueling Jeb Burton at the restart with five laps to go...
Here's the finish and the highlights...
Wendell Scott won in Jacksonville in December 1963 in what is now the Sprint Cup Series.
"We congratulate Darrell Wallace Jr. on his first national series victory, one that will be remembered as a remarkable moment in our sport's history," NASCAR chairman and CEO Brian France said.
"I had a chance to talk with Darrell and his father in Victory Lane today and we are just thrilled for him and his entire family on the win in Martinsville," car owner Joe Gibbs said. "We obviously think a lot about Darrell. He has tremendous talent and we really believe he can have a huge impact on our sport."
But there were more fireworks after the event as Kevin Harvick went on mic and expressed his displeasure toward Ty Dillon and RCR Racing for getting spun late in a battle for positioning...
So there...
Wednesday, April 24, 2013
DEVELOPING: Could Kenseth Win Be Blown Out...??? (UPDATE: The Boom Got Lowered And Kenseth Isn't Happy)
((HT: ESPN/Newton))
Remember how NASCAR said that they weren't going to tolerate any shenanigans when it came to any kind of tampering with the Gen 6 car...???
David Newton, while admittedly going on "sources," is saying that the Kenseth car that did this...
((HT: Fox Sports))
...is currently being evaluated...
The engine was brought back to NASCAR's Research and Development Center after passing the first inspection, failed the deeper inspection. The AP is saying the engine failed because one of the connecting rods did not meet the minimum weight requirement...
Well, then...
It's not the first time that NASCAR would be dropping the points hammer. Two weeks ago, Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano got docked 25 points for their alleged monkeying with the rear housing- a major no-no with the Gen 6
PM UPDATE: Kenseth loses 50 points, is fined $200,000, his crew chief was suspended six races, he loses his three bonus points for his pole, and his pole was wiped out.
"JGR is not involved in the process of selecting parts or assembling the Cup Series engines," Toyota Racing Development President Lee White said in the statement. "It was a simple oversight on TRD's part and there was no intent to deceive, or to gain any type of competitive advantage.
"Toyota is a company that was built on integrity, and that remains one of the guiding principles of the company," White added. "The goal of TRD has always been -- and will continue to be -- to build high-performance engines that are reliable, durable and powerful, and within the guidelines established by NASCAR."
The part in question was three grams under minimum weight...
THURSDAY UPDATE: Kenseth talked about the whole thing and he was less than pleased...
((HT: ESPN))
Remember how NASCAR said that they weren't going to tolerate any shenanigans when it came to any kind of tampering with the Gen 6 car...???
David Newton, while admittedly going on "sources," is saying that the Kenseth car that did this...
((HT: Fox Sports))
...is currently being evaluated...
The engine was brought back to NASCAR's Research and Development Center after passing the first inspection, failed the deeper inspection. The AP is saying the engine failed because one of the connecting rods did not meet the minimum weight requirement...
Well, then...
It's not the first time that NASCAR would be dropping the points hammer. Two weeks ago, Brad Keselowski and Joey Logano got docked 25 points for their alleged monkeying with the rear housing- a major no-no with the Gen 6
PM UPDATE: Kenseth loses 50 points, is fined $200,000, his crew chief was suspended six races, he loses his three bonus points for his pole, and his pole was wiped out.
"JGR is not involved in the process of selecting parts or assembling the Cup Series engines," Toyota Racing Development President Lee White said in the statement. "It was a simple oversight on TRD's part and there was no intent to deceive, or to gain any type of competitive advantage.
"Toyota is a company that was built on integrity, and that remains one of the guiding principles of the company," White added. "The goal of TRD has always been -- and will continue to be -- to build high-performance engines that are reliable, durable and powerful, and within the guidelines established by NASCAR."
The part in question was three grams under minimum weight...
THURSDAY UPDATE: Kenseth talked about the whole thing and he was less than pleased...
((HT: ESPN))
Tuesday, September 4, 2012
Changing Places: Kenseth, Logano switch teams
((ht: nascar.com))
Well, NASCAR's version of the Carousel has begun, only a little bit earlier than normal.
Matt Kenseth made it official today and was announced, well actually, presented as the newest driver for the Joe Gibbs Racing team. Kenseth is leaving long-time partner Roush-Fenway racing after 15-years. And he will be replacing former Wunderkind Joey Logano in the #20 car.
Read the story from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Kenseth will be part of a 3-car team featuring him, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch. Yes, he's still in the running for this years Sprint Cup title with Roush and will be running out the season in his all-too familiar #17 car.
As for the other change, the 22-year old Logano moves to Penske Racing after beginning his career with Gibbs. And yes, we'll say it, "Ironically" he'll be driving the #22 car in the 2013 season.
Read more from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Interesting, isn't it NASCAR fans?
We've always known that racing has had a tradition of off-season driver switches, but they usually happen much closer to the end of the season and usually involves drivers not competing for the cup. And while Logano may not make the Top 12 this year, Kenseth has a pretty good shot at it.
So, as usual, prepare for changes. Probably the hardest will be getting used to Kenseth in the #20 car, but like everything else, we'll get used to it.
Because we love video here at OSG Sports, we'll remind you of Kenseth's latest claim to fame; that of target for Tony Stewart's race helmet just two weeks ago.
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Well, NASCAR's version of the Carousel has begun, only a little bit earlier than normal.
Matt Kenseth made it official today and was announced, well actually, presented as the newest driver for the Joe Gibbs Racing team. Kenseth is leaving long-time partner Roush-Fenway racing after 15-years. And he will be replacing former Wunderkind Joey Logano in the #20 car.
Read the story from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Kenseth will be part of a 3-car team featuring him, Denny Hamlin and Kyle Busch. Yes, he's still in the running for this years Sprint Cup title with Roush and will be running out the season in his all-too familiar #17 car.
As for the other change, the 22-year old Logano moves to Penske Racing after beginning his career with Gibbs. And yes, we'll say it, "Ironically" he'll be driving the #22 car in the 2013 season.
Read more from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Interesting, isn't it NASCAR fans?
We've always known that racing has had a tradition of off-season driver switches, but they usually happen much closer to the end of the season and usually involves drivers not competing for the cup. And while Logano may not make the Top 12 this year, Kenseth has a pretty good shot at it.
So, as usual, prepare for changes. Probably the hardest will be getting used to Kenseth in the #20 car, but like everything else, we'll get used to it.
Because we love video here at OSG Sports, we'll remind you of Kenseth's latest claim to fame; that of target for Tony Stewart's race helmet just two weeks ago.
Friday, November 11, 2011
Kyle Busch Races Last 2 Without His M&M's
And it's because Mars, Incorporated is marketing their car to young'uns and Kyle is behaving more like a petulant child than a role model...
It even got to the point where Joe Gibbs and JGR was trying to see if Aric Almirola would drive the 18 car instead of Busch- and Busch would, in turn, sit for the final two races after his parking by NASCAR in Dallas last week...
"Kyle's recent actions are unacceptable and do not reflect the values of Mars," said Debra A. Sandler, chief consumer officer of Mars Chocolate North America told ESPN's David Newton. "While we do not condone Kyle's recent actions, we do believe that he has shown remorse and has expressed a desire to change. We believe our decision will have a positive impact on Kyle and will help him return next season ready to win."
Mike Massaro discusses with Marty Smith
It even got to the point where Joe Gibbs and JGR was trying to see if Aric Almirola would drive the 18 car instead of Busch- and Busch would, in turn, sit for the final two races after his parking by NASCAR in Dallas last week...
"Kyle's recent actions are unacceptable and do not reflect the values of Mars," said Debra A. Sandler, chief consumer officer of Mars Chocolate North America told ESPN's David Newton. "While we do not condone Kyle's recent actions, we do believe that he has shown remorse and has expressed a desire to change. We believe our decision will have a positive impact on Kyle and will help him return next season ready to win."
Mike Massaro discusses with Marty Smith
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Kyle Busch benched for Texas race weekend
((ht: nascar.com))
It's not very often that you can talk about a NASCAR driver being suspended for an entire racing weekend. Particularly if it is a well-known Sprint Cup Competitor who is a part of the vaunted "Chase for the Cup".
That is exactly what NASCAR has decided to do with the oft troubled Kyle Busch after Busch deliberately wrecked driver Ron Hornaday during Friday nights Craftsman Truck race.
Read more from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Busch, who qualified 2nd in Saturday's Nationwide race and 17th in Sunday's Sprint Cup race, will serve what NASCAR calls an "Unprecedented" suspension.
Michael McDowell will drive Busch's car for the Sprint Race, Joe Gibbs Racing will pick a driver to race on Saturday.
Quite honestly, this move is somewhat overdue and will just further enhance Busch's "Bad-Boy" image. We don't necessarily think this is just a "Meanstreak" as much as it is an "Anger-Management" issue.
You might also remember Busch got in some trouble and had his drivers license suspended in North Carolina after being pulled over for driving 125 in a 45 mph zone.
Here's your video of Friday's incident: (thanks Nascar.com)--
It's not very often that you can talk about a NASCAR driver being suspended for an entire racing weekend. Particularly if it is a well-known Sprint Cup Competitor who is a part of the vaunted "Chase for the Cup".
That is exactly what NASCAR has decided to do with the oft troubled Kyle Busch after Busch deliberately wrecked driver Ron Hornaday during Friday nights Craftsman Truck race.
Read more from NASCAR.com RIGHT HERE
Busch, who qualified 2nd in Saturday's Nationwide race and 17th in Sunday's Sprint Cup race, will serve what NASCAR calls an "Unprecedented" suspension.
Michael McDowell will drive Busch's car for the Sprint Race, Joe Gibbs Racing will pick a driver to race on Saturday.
Quite honestly, this move is somewhat overdue and will just further enhance Busch's "Bad-Boy" image. We don't necessarily think this is just a "Meanstreak" as much as it is an "Anger-Management" issue.
You might also remember Busch got in some trouble and had his drivers license suspended in North Carolina after being pulled over for driving 125 in a 45 mph zone.
Here's your video of Friday's incident: (thanks Nascar.com)--
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