NASCAR Updates June 6 - 7, 2009
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Double the fun
"We've heard the fans loud and clear: 'double-file restarts -- shootout style' are coming to the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series," chairman and CEO Brian France said Thursday.
Your Turn: Sound off with your opinion
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Pocono
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Forecast
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Jeff Burton, Ryan Newman and Kyle Busch address the media.
Video Highlights
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GM and Chrysler are bankrupt. The writers debate troubling times.
Pocono: Garage Cam
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New points leader, teammate ready to tackle Tricky Triangle.
Pocono: Track Facts
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From the Poconos to Chicagoland, follow the Summer Series on TNT.
Pocono Track Page
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Veteran dominated the race but fell short (again) on a pit miscue.
Penske to buy Saturn
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Snider Six: Critical areas of the tri-oval
Compromise is key as Marty Snider gives six ways to win Pocono.
By the Numbers: Cup
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Tony Stewart a favorite Sunday to win first race with his own team.
Fantasy Report
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N'wide Numbers: Driver singing tune of seven consecutive top-10s.
N'wide Loop Data
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Last edited by Space; 06-07-2009 at 03:34 AM. Reason: EnJoy the Race : )
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Member's, Post your Top 3 Picks 4 Pocono b-4 the start of the Race Sunday @ 12:30 PM est.
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POCONO
12:30 p.m. ET Sunday
TNT
NASHVILLE
7 p.m. ET Saturday
ESPN2
TEXAS
8:30 p.m. ET Friday
SPEED
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POCONO
12:30 p.m. ET Sunday
TNT
NASHVILLE
7 p.m. ET Saturday
ESPN2
TEXAS
8:30 p.m. ET Friday
SPEED
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I don't have cable 2 watch the Race, but I will be listening on the radio.
EnJoy your weekend in your beautiful area of our country.
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It was only a 1.5 hour drive. The whole family would go, couple cousins tagged along. Camp in the infield, party, bbq, have fun. Met up with a few of my dad's friends always had a group of 5 RVs in a circle, around a little fire pit / BBQ area.
We sold our motorhome, was just too much money for fuel and up-keep, plus we hardly went anywhere anymore, since I moved out and so did my sister.
We sold our motorhome, was just too much money for fuel and up-keep, plus we hardly went anywhere anymore, since I moved out and so did my sister.
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not that i don't want tony to win this weekend. but if he does i'll miss it. and that would SUCK. :P
that said, my picks:
1. denny hamlin
2. tony stewart
3. carl edwards
i think carl is gonna have a breakout week and run up front all day. and here's hoping tony leaves the track with the points lead intact.
i'm sure it's too much to hope for rain in either my area or theirs (preferably theirs, cuz if it rains here i will have a bunch of pissed off customers - again!), but maybe just enough to hold off the start for a couple hours?? at least i could maybe catch the end. argh!!
that said, my picks:
1. denny hamlin
2. tony stewart
3. carl edwards
i think carl is gonna have a breakout week and run up front all day. and here's hoping tony leaves the track with the points lead intact.
i'm sure it's too much to hope for rain in either my area or theirs (preferably theirs, cuz if it rains here i will have a bunch of pissed off customers - again!), but maybe just enough to hold off the start for a couple hours?? at least i could maybe catch the end. argh!!
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High five for Bodine
Todd Bodine ran the final 63 laps at the 1.5-mile Texas Motor Speedway on one tank of fuel including the final 43 in the lead to win for a record-fifth time at the track. Bodine averaged 152.282 mph in one of the fastest Truck races.
Texas: Results | Standings | Post-Race Reactions
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Final Laps
Todd Bodine has more than enough fuel to cruise to the checkered flag.
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Victory Lane
Todd Bodine talks about ending a run of bad luck with another Texas win.
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Drivers mixed, but most agree Saturday will be critical for track time.
Sound Off: Rain out
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Tony Stewart found out Friday that it pays to be the points leader.
Sound Off: Stewart
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Sam Bass opens his gallery as the Official Artist of NASCAR.
Shop: Bass collection
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From the Poconos to Chicagoland, follow the Summer Series on TNT.
RaceBuddy road blog
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Says he violated standards of care owed fellow drivers, fans.
NASCAR cites breach
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Sound Off: Which is worse for Busch?
Kyle on his lack of success at Pocono, "feud" with Junior.
Doing the wave
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Sound Off: Talking double-file restarts
Robin Pemberton explains the new rules that begin at Pocono.
Drivers like rule
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Gordon glad to have extra down time
Driver discusses how good his back feels by getting time to rest.
Race Lineup
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Pocono
SPRINT CUP NATIONWIDE TRUCK SERIES 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 Budweiser Shootout1 - Daytona2 - California3 - Las Vegas4 - Atlanta5 - Bristol6 - Martinsville7 - Texas8 - Phoenix9 - Talladega10 - Richmond11 - DarlingtonAll Star12 - Charlotte13 - Dover14 - Pocono
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Sound Off: Kyle Busch
Sound Off: Kyle Busch
Kyle Busch comments on his lack of success at Pocono, his "feud" with Junior, and why he is not running in the CWTS race this weekend.
(June 05, 2009)
3:26 |
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Sound Off: Doing...
Sound Off: Doing the wave
Kyle Busch, Jimmie Johnson, and Greg Biffle give their interpretations of the wave around rule.
(June 05, 2009)
2:28 |
Watch Now
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Sound Off: Rain Out
Sound Off: Rain Out
Ryan Newman, Mark Martin, Jimmie Johnson, and Kyle Busch explain how weather affects their routines.
(June 05, 2009)
2:34 |
Watch Now
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Drivers excited...
Drivers excited for double-file restarts
David Reutimann, Jeff Burton, Matt Kenseth, Ryan Newman, Mark Martin, Kyle Busch, Kasey Kahne and Greg Biffle comment on the new double-file restart rule.
(June 05, 2009)
7:51 |
Watch Now
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Sound Off: Jeff...
Sound Off: Jeff Gordon
Jeff Gordon tells the media how good his back feels by getting an extra day of rest.
(June 05, 2009)
:35 |
Watch Now
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NASCAR Minute...
NASCAR Minute: Stewart shows the way
In his first season as owner and driver for Stewart-Haas Racing, Tony Stewart is atop the point standings.
(June 04, 2009)
1:13 |
Watch Now
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HLN Weather Blast...
HLN Weather Blast: Pocono, Nashville, Texas
HLN's Bob Van Dillen forecasts the weather for the weekend's slate of races.
(June 04, 2009)
0:59 |
Watch Now
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Snider Six: Pocono
Snider Six: Pocono
TNT's Marty Snider gives you the six keys to a win at the tri-oval in Long Pond.
(June 04, 2009)
3:03 |
Watch Now
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Fantasy Report...
Fantasy Report: Pocono
NASCAR.COM's Mike Bell gives you the clicks to pick this week for your fantasy team and says the winner will most likely start on the front row.
(June 04, 2009)
1:19 |
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Beyond Pit Road...
Beyond Pit Road: Passion for painting
NASCAR artist Sam Bass highlights his collection and talks about his love for his job.
(June 04, 2009)
3:14 |
Watch Now
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Prelude to the...
Prelude to the Dream: Why you can't miss
Drivers explain why fans can't miss the Prelude to the Dream.
(June 03, 2009)
2:22 |
Watch Now
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Preview Show: Pocono
Preview Show: Pocono
TNT's Marc Fein and Mike Bell on what to expect from NASCAR's tricky triangle, Pocono Raceway.
(June 03, 2009)
3:59 |
Watch Now
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Kyle's Corner...
Kyle's Corner: Road to redemption
Kyle Petty wants people to leave Michael Vick alone, now that he has served his time.
(June 02, 2009)
1:01 |
Watch Now
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Off Track with...
Off Track with Tony Stewart: At the Car Wash
Tony Stewart and Armor All lend a helping hand at a Charity Car Wash at Coronado High School in Las Vegas.
(June 02, 2009)
1:56 |
Watch Now
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Prelude to the...
Prelude to the Dream: Preivew
Matt Yocum previews the 2009 running of the Prelude to the Dream.
(June 02, 2009)
2:58 |
Watch Now
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Garage Expert: Go...
Garage Expert: Go or go home
Larry McReynolds chats with, No. 71 crew chief, Slugger Labbe about what racing life is like for a team without full sponsorship.
(June 01, 2009)
2:21 |
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SPRINT CUP NATIONWIDE TRUCK SERIES 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 Budweiser Shootout1 - Daytona2 - California3 - Las Vegas4 - Atlanta5 - Bristol6 - Martinsville7 - Texas8 - Phoenix9 - Talladega10 - Richmond11 - DarlingtonAll Star12 - Charlotte13 - Dover14 - Pocono
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Sound Off: Kyle Busch
Sound Off: Kyle Busch
Kyle Busch comments on his lack of success at Pocono, his "feud" with Junior, and why he is not running in the CWTS race this weekend.
(June 05, 2009)
3:26 |
Watch Now
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Sound Off: Doing...
Sound Off: Doing the wave
Kyle Busch, Jimmie Johnson, and Greg Biffle give their interpretations of the wave around rule.
(June 05, 2009)
2:28 |
Watch Now
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Sound Off: Rain Out
Sound Off: Rain Out
Ryan Newman, Mark Martin, Jimmie Johnson, and Kyle Busch explain how weather affects their routines.
(June 05, 2009)
2:34 |
Watch Now
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Drivers excited...
Drivers excited for double-file restarts
David Reutimann, Jeff Burton, Matt Kenseth, Ryan Newman, Mark Martin, Kyle Busch, Kasey Kahne and Greg Biffle comment on the new double-file restart rule.
(June 05, 2009)
7:51 |
Watch Now
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Sound Off: Jeff...
Sound Off: Jeff Gordon
Jeff Gordon tells the media how good his back feels by getting an extra day of rest.
(June 05, 2009)
:35 |
Watch Now
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NASCAR Minute...
NASCAR Minute: Stewart shows the way
In his first season as owner and driver for Stewart-Haas Racing, Tony Stewart is atop the point standings.
(June 04, 2009)
1:13 |
Watch Now
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HLN Weather Blast...
HLN Weather Blast: Pocono, Nashville, Texas
HLN's Bob Van Dillen forecasts the weather for the weekend's slate of races.
(June 04, 2009)
0:59 |
Watch Now
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Snider Six: Pocono
Snider Six: Pocono
TNT's Marty Snider gives you the six keys to a win at the tri-oval in Long Pond.
(June 04, 2009)
3:03 |
Watch Now
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Fantasy Report...
Fantasy Report: Pocono
NASCAR.COM's Mike Bell gives you the clicks to pick this week for your fantasy team and says the winner will most likely start on the front row.
(June 04, 2009)
1:19 |
Watch Now
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Beyond Pit Road...
Beyond Pit Road: Passion for painting
NASCAR artist Sam Bass highlights his collection and talks about his love for his job.
(June 04, 2009)
3:14 |
Watch Now
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Prelude to the...
Prelude to the Dream: Why you can't miss
Drivers explain why fans can't miss the Prelude to the Dream.
(June 03, 2009)
2:22 |
Watch Now
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Preview Show: Pocono
Preview Show: Pocono
TNT's Marc Fein and Mike Bell on what to expect from NASCAR's tricky triangle, Pocono Raceway.
(June 03, 2009)
3:59 |
Watch Now
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Kyle's Corner...
Kyle's Corner: Road to redemption
Kyle Petty wants people to leave Michael Vick alone, now that he has served his time.
(June 02, 2009)
1:01 |
Watch Now
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Off Track with...
Off Track with Tony Stewart: At the Car Wash
Tony Stewart and Armor All lend a helping hand at a Charity Car Wash at Coronado High School in Las Vegas.
(June 02, 2009)
1:56 |
Watch Now
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Prelude to the...
Prelude to the Dream: Preivew
Matt Yocum previews the 2009 running of the Prelude to the Dream.
(June 02, 2009)
2:58 |
Watch Now
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Garage Expert: Go...
Garage Expert: Go or go home
Larry McReynolds chats with, No. 71 crew chief, Slugger Labbe about what racing life is like for a team without full sponsorship.
(June 01, 2009)
2:21 |
Watch Now
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Space Top 3 Picks for Pocono
1. Dale Jr.![Cool](https://montecarloforum.com/forum/images/smilies/cool.gif)
2. Tony Stewart..![Roll Eyes (Sarcastic)](https://montecarloforum.com/forum/images/smilies/rolleyes.gif)
3. Denny Hamlin..![Smile](https://montecarloforum.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
*Jeff Gordon/Jimmy `J/Kyle B are always
there, but Jr is due, & Dirty Tony is running strong
with his new team...Denny drives hard all the time : )
EnJoy the Race
1. Dale Jr.
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2. Tony Stewart..
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3. Denny Hamlin..
![Smile](https://montecarloforum.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
*Jeff Gordon/Jimmy `J/Kyle B are always
there, but Jr is due, & Dirty Tony is running strong
with his new team...Denny drives hard all the time : )
EnJoy the Race
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Live: Nationwide qualifying
It's time for the Nationwide-only drivers to shine in Nashville. Cup Series regulars are scurrying to get to their cars as qualifying for tonight's race is under way.
Live Chat: Join now! | Nashville: Practice 1 | Practice 2 | Race Preview
Pocono
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Forecast
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Pole-sitter and points leader to go to a backup car for Sunday's race.
Stewart takes slide
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Long hours, no credit and all criticism. That's the crew chief's role.
Eury to help No. 48
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Nationwide Preview: Tuning for Nashville
Gaughan explains where he's from, his old coach and his musical choice.
Music City mojo?
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From the Poconos to Chicagoland, follow the Summer Series on TNT.
RaceBuddy road blog
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Veteran ran the final 63 laps at Texas on one tank of fuel for victory.
Final Laps
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Drivers mixed, but most agree Saturday will be critical for track time.
Sound Off: Rain out
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Sam Bass opens his gallery as the Official Artist of NASCAR.
Shop: Bass collection
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Says he violated standards of care owed fellow drivers, fans.
NASCAR cites breach