Hamlin rewards fans at Martinsville
Marty Smith, ESPN.comNo, NASCAR drivers aren't as accessible as they once were. But as Denny Hamlin demonstrated after winning at Martinsville, many drivers love the folks who love them.
Story | Conversation | October 30, 2009What's on Marty's mind? Plenty
Marty Smith, ESPN.comMarty Smith wants to see driver eliminations during the Chase … the ingredients list for the Martinsville hot dog … and Dale Earnhardt Jr. get more ticked off. What else is on Marty's mind?
Story | Conversation | September 25, 2009Is racing for free dedicated enough?
Marty Smith, ESPN.comReed Sorenson and his agent hear the talk, the questions about the driver's desire. How driven is he? Well, he's racing right now for free.
Story | Conversation | September 18, 2009It's not easy being Mr. Popular
Marty Smith, ESPN.comYou want drama? Spend a weekend with Dale Earnhardt Jr. The most popular driver in NASCAR is walking, breathing drama -- whether he likes it or not.
Story | Conversation | July 10, 2009Team comes first for Waltrip
Marty Smith, ESPN.comMichael Waltrip still wants to drive. The desire to win is as strong as it's ever been. Then why is he so ready to relinquish his seat in the 55 car?
Story | Conversation | June 18, 2009New crew chief eyes full review
Marty Smith, ESPN.comLance McGrew, the man charged with turning Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s disastrous season around, didn't mince words Thursday when discussing his prospects and plans in replacing Tony Eury, Jr. as crew chief of the No. 88 Chevrolet.
Story | Conversation | May 28, 2009Stewart proving it race after race
Marty Smith, ESPN.comTony Stewart being this good this fast as an owner and driver may be a surprise, but a look behind the scenes shows he's really cut out for this dual role.
Story | Conversation | May 22, 2009What's next for Keselowski?
Marty Smith, ESPN.comBrad Keselowski did one heckuva job at Talladega, but don't get too carried away with the youngster's first Cup win. We all know Talladega is a racetrack like no other.
Story | Conversation | May 01, 2009So, here's a thought ... or 12
Marty Smith, ESPN.comHave you noticed the cheers for Jimmie Johnson during driver intros? Will Dale Earnhardt Jr. make the Chase? Your mind can wander during an eight-hour flight delay, and Marty Smith's mind was on many things.
Story | Conversation | April 22, 2009Is Junior just takin' it easy? Hardly
Marty Smith...for the end of the NASCAR Now show Monday. Here's what I came up with: Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s unrivaled popularity is both a blessing and a curse. His fans expect too much. The...
Blog Entry | Conversation | April 16, 2009Burton behind changes to teams
Marty Smith, ESPN.comTimes have changed, but NASCAR hasn't really changed with them. Add Jeff Burton to the list that says it's time to look at a franchise model to protect the sport.
Story | Conversation | April 15, 2009The 8 should have stayed with Junior
Marty Smith, ESPN.comNews that Earnhardt Ganassi Racing plans to park the 8 car until sponsorship is secured is further proof that the number should have gone with Dale Earnhardt Jr. to Hendrick Motorsports.
Story | Conversation | April 08, 2009Bottom line: We love a dominator
Marty Smith, ESPN.comGolf has Tiger Woods. Tennis has Rafael Nadal. Would having a dominant driver -- say, Kyle Busch -- be so bad for NASCAR? Hardly.
Story | Conversation | April 01, 2009In death, fan offers hope to others
Marty Smith, ESPN.comWayne Guttormson dreamed of making it to the Daytona 500. He never did, but it's his family's dream to make sure others do in his honor.
Story | Conversation | March 18, 2009Fast start huge boost for other Busch
Marty Smith, ESPN.comRemember Kurt Busch? You know, the 2004 Sprint Cup champ who vanished off the NASCAR planet in 2008? Well, he's back.
Story | Conversation | February 25, 2009EDITOR'S PICKS
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