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dale_earnhardt_jr_060813_pocono_nscs_2Onlookers have often billed Dale Earnhardt Jr. as a restrictor plate expert – and a runner-up finish at Talladega on Sunday didn’t dispute that claim.

But maybe he doesn’t get the credit he deserves in the field of finesse. When it comes to braking and gassing and beating and banging, few can match wits with Earnhardt – especially at Martinsville.
Earnhardt has adapted to Martinsville’s unique layout throughout his career, so much so that the paper clip has statistically become his best track. Continue reading “Dale Jr: Old School Racer Loves Old School Track – Martinsville”

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dale_jr_dover_ple1 88 Dale Earnhardt Jr. National Guard Chevrolet 22.243 161.849
2 20 Matt Kenseth Home Depot “Let`s Do This“ Toyota 22.249 161.805
3 39 Ryan Newman State Water Heaters Chevrolet 22.258 161.740
4 99 Carl Edwards Fastenal Ford 22.276 161.609
5 43 Aric Almirola Smithfield Ford 22.276 161.609
6 2 Brad Keselowski Miller Lite Ford 22.278 161.594

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7 1 Jamie McMurray LiftMaster Chevrolet 22.292 161.493
8 48 Jimmie Johnson Lowe`s/Kobalt Tools Chevrolet 22.313 161.341 Continue reading “2013 NASCAR Cup Series Dover Starting Lineup – Dale Earnhardt Jr. On Pole”

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Toasty Toast for 88 and 22

Though The Hill May Be Steep There’s Still Hope
Engine troubles ended Dale Earnhardt Jr. and Joey Logano’s night early at Chicagoland. Logano bowed out on lap 175 (37th) while Earnhardt stopped running after lap 224 (35th), dropping the two drivers to 12th and 13th in the standings. While there might be some cause for alarm, they should find solace in that in 2006 Jimmie Johnson finished the first Chase race 39th and fell to ninth in the standings only to rebound to capture his first title.