Is 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, 2009Hamlin races like his job's in jeopardy
Marty Smith, ESPN.comDenny Hamlin has celebrated a number of achievements during his young Cup career. But standing in Victory Lane at his home track in Richmond isn't one of them.
Story | Conversation | September 10, 2009Cancer no match for 'Hoss'
Marty Smith, ESPN.comJoe Karasinski wasn't prepared to hear the three words that changed his life in February 2008: "You have cancer." But the gas man for the No. 99 Ford was prepared to beat it. And he did.
Story | Conversation | August 26, 2009Attorney says no suit has been filed
Marty Smith, ESPN.comThe Jeremy Mayfield saga took another turn on Wednesday when a Charlotte-area attorney confirmed he was working for Mayfield as the owner-driver strives to reverse an indefinite suspension from NASCAR.
Story | Conversation | May 20, 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, 2009Rowdy Busch no 'Intimidator'
Marty Smith, ESPN.comKyle Busch is drawing more comparisons to the late, great Dale Earnhardt. Busch is one heckuva driver … but he's no "Intimidator."
Story | Conversation | March 25, 2009Ownership hat fits Harvick
Marty Smith, ESPN.comWho is that guy driving the No. 29 Chevrolet? Meet the new Kevin Harvick. He's happier, more mature … and he can still drive the wheels off a race car.
Story | Conversation | March 11, 2009Let the drama begin ...
Marty Smith, ESPN.comFrom Tony Stewart's first stab at being both an owner and a driver to JJ's quest for a fourth straight championship, the 2009 Sprint Cup season won't be lacking in intriguing story lines.
Story | Conversation | January 30, 2009With Labonte, Yates suddenly a player
Marty Smith, ESPN.comKeep an eye on Bobby Labonte. He may not challenge Jimmie and Carl for a Cup title, but don't be surprised to see him in Victory Lane.
Story | Conversation | January 28, 2009Teen rookie Logano a year ... wiser
Marty Smith, ESPN.comHe's known as "The Natural." And "Sliced Bread," as in "the greatest thing since ..." The nicknames are cool, but can Joey Logano live up to the hype? Give him time, writes Marty Smith.
Story | Conversation | January 14, 2009Sadler to drive No. 19 Dodge
Marty Smith, ESPN.comGillett Evernham Motorsports and driver Elliott Sadler have reached an agreement that enables Sadler to retain his position as driver of the team's No. 19 Dodge, thereby moving AJ Allmendinger to a part-time ride, multiple GEM sources said.
Story | Conversation | January 09, 2009Sources: Allmendinger in No. 19 Dodge
Marty Smith, ESPN.comAJ Allmendinger is set replace Elliott Sadler in the No. 19 Dodge in 2009, multiple Gillett Evernham Motorsports team sources told ESPN.com on Saturday.
Story | Conversation | December 27, 2008Gordon's using 2008 to set the table for another title run in 2009
Marty Smith, ESPN.comAbsolutely nothing. Sure, the new car has given the four-time Cup champ fits at times, but Jeff Gordon is still one of the top drivers in the Cup garage, writes Marty Smith.
Story | Conversation | October 29, 2008NASCAR typically gets it right ... but not this time
Marty Smith, ESPN.comSo how do you win but finish in 18th place? No obscure details or opaque views can justify what NASCAR did to Regan Smith.
Story | Conversation | October 06, 2008Frye's potential move from Team Red Bull to Stewart-Haas not about money
Marty Smith, ESPN.comFrom projectile beer cans to side-by-side restarts to his new Army buzz cut, Marty Smith waxes philosophical on the world of NASCAR.
Story | Conversation | September 03, 2008EDITOR'S PICKS
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