Archive for April 24th, 2008

Stewart plans to stay at Gibbs for now

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

Tony Stewart hasn’t asked Joe Gibbs Racing to be released from his contract, but Lee Spencer says prospects are pouring in.

Tony Stewart is apparently testing the free agent market, in search of a deal that likely would make the two-time champion NASCAR’s highest paid driver - but also could drive him out of Joe Gibbs Racing.

Stewart’s current deal with JGR runs through 2009, and he said last summer he was interested in signing an extension with the team he’s driven for since 1998. But contract talks moved slowly, with Stewart saying in January he was in no rush to get a deal done.

Penalties for rules infractions over the top

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

Peyton Sellers had to forfeit a win after a failed post-race inspection. DW says NASCAR needs to take a hard look at this policy.

Dale Jr. will shine at Talladega

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

When it comes to restrictor plate races, the sky is the limit for Junior. Talladega is no exception, says Jeff Hammond.

Gibbs: ‘Our hope is … he retires here’

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

Tony Stewart is apparently testing the free agent market, in search of a deal that likely would make the two-time champion NASCAR’s highest paid driver - but also could drive him out of Joe Gibbs Racing.

Stewart’s current deal with JGR runs through 2009, and he said last summer he was interested in signing an extension with the team he’s driven for since 1998. But contract talks moved slowly, with Stewart saying in January he was in no rush to get a deal done.

Silly season is shaping up for an early start

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

With more pressure on teams, Larry McReynolds sees Silly Season starting early. Also silly: Kyle Busch’s recent dominance.

Rowdy Racing Podcast 4-24-08

Posted by on April 24th, 2008

Where there’s Smoke, it looks like there’s fire, as multiple sources report Tony wants out of Joe Gibbs Racing…