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Kyle's Ruining NASCAR, Takes Shots at Jr.
03/23/09
Kyle's Ruining NASCAR, Takes Shots at Jr.
By winning the Food City 500 NASCAR Sprint Series Cup race at Bristol Sunday Kyle Busch is once again putting everyone on notice that he intends on ruining the sport of NASCAR Racing. With the exception of their performance in last season’s Chase for the Sprint Cup, Busch’s team and their driver are tearing up the competition for the second year in a row. Busch has won at least one race a weekend this young season and should have swept Bristol if not for a late error by his crew on pit road during the Nationwide series race Saturday.
The one thing that seems consistent is the fact that many people want to compare him to some of NASCAR’s most popular drivers. This tends to bring the ire of many fans and competitors alike. Clearly this driver could care less about how popular he is, he just wants to win. “If there’s a car in front of me”, he said. “I’m going to chase him. You know, I want to pass that guy. If I’m the leader, there’s another car in front of me, he’s going a lap down. The more guys you get a lap down, the more you don’t have to deal with at the end of the day. There’s always some motivation to go forward. There’s always somebody ahead of you that you can pass that’s going to mean something. Even if you are the leader.”
Now, I am going to flash back to Watkins Glen last season where Hendrick team mates Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson took swings at Kyle Busch and his chances in the chase in 2008. Both felt as if Busch had a lot to learn and that he would not continue his momentum into the chase and we all know they were right. However, what I recall most was that Busch went out and kicked everyone’s butt, including Gordon’s a winner multiple times at The Glen. After the race he took shots at Gordon for his on track results that day. I thought it was that very behavior that gets Busch unnecessary attention.
Well, Busch has gone and did it again. He has angered the masses by taking shots at Dale Earnhardt Jr. Just last week Earnhardt Jr. basically told his fans and everyone else that they needed to back off his crew chief and cousin for their recent sub par performances. So someone at the post race media conference at Bristol asked Busch if he knew he was being compared to the elder Earnhardt and if his souvenir sales were increasing due to his winning ways. Busch responded, “Well, I haven’t really paid attention a whole lot to the souvenir sales and stuff. I really don’t care about that stuff. I’m not out there to be No. 1. We all know who No. 1 is and forever will be. To me, I go out there to win races, to be No. 1 on the racetrack. That’s where I feel like I win, where my benefit is. You know, to go out there and to have Steve Addington and Joe Gibbs, Mars Company, everybody that works so hard to make this program happen is what it all boils down to.” Then he took his shot at Jr. “For me, I don’t think I would enjoy having the most fans out there. I actually like the way I am, the role I portray. And I think that there’s probably too much pressure on one guy’s shoulders who doesn’t seem to win very often. But for us, it’s a blast to go out there and do what we do. Today the Snickers Toyota was good enough.”
Sure, it was a subtle nudge, and it is true, recently. However, sometimes I think Busch simply says things to get people riled and it tends to work. He could have left out, “that there’s probably too much pressure on one guy’s shoulders who doesn’t seem to win very often.” And everything would be fine. Everything else he said was fine but why the pot shots? What’s it prove? In my eyes its an example of his lack of maturity, which by all accounts this season, was an area he was gaining on.
Edited to add:
For those that take this too literally feel free to read my responses…
50 comments
Comment from: daytonadog [Visitor] 
Why the pot shots? easy, the way Hendrick dumped Kyle was plain rotten. Hey Rick...how many trophies has Jr. added to your trophy room. Ill tell you ONE! Kyle has added TWENTY SEVEN, yes 27 to Gibbs.
Ed's Response: Couple things I need to point out, Kyle Busch doesn't drive a Gibbs truck and always drive a Gibbs NWS car.
My entire point is that Busch doesn't need to take any more pot shots at anyone. He's proved his ability on the track, not in front of a microphone...
Ed's Response: Couple things I need to point out, Kyle Busch doesn't drive a Gibbs truck and always drive a Gibbs NWS car.
My entire point is that Busch doesn't need to take any more pot shots at anyone. He's proved his ability on the track, not in front of a microphone...
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03/24/09 @ 01:38
Comment from: karl yager [Visitor]
IMHO; kyle spoke the truth. Nascar needs someone to get people riled up more frequently. what we have here is a grade 'A' driver [kyle] & a grade 'B' driver [jr]. the stats prove it. just because you have a large following does not make you a winner.
Ed's Response: Why would NASCAR need to get people riled?? What we have here is a failure to communicate and a bunch of "what have you done for me lately" people. Earnhardt Jr. is not the only person that Kyle Busch has whooped recently, there's 42 other cars on the track.
Ed's Response: Why would NASCAR need to get people riled?? What we have here is a failure to communicate and a bunch of "what have you done for me lately" people. Earnhardt Jr. is not the only person that Kyle Busch has whooped recently, there's 42 other cars on the track.
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03/24/09 @ 04:24
Comment from: smith [Visitor]
I don't see how you think Kyle is ruining Nascar. He's at the top of his game and forcing the rest of the teams to elevate theirs. Personally, I'm not a big fan of his. I don't care much for his personality and his cocky attitude, but you've got to give the guy what's due him. What he's been doing on the track across all three series is nothing short of amazing. He deserves respect and credit for that. I think a driver who seldom wins but has a multitude of fans is doing more damage to the sport than a guy who is driving the wheels off everything he sits down in. Those fans (who influence Nascar brass) and the media(like you) who try to make Jr. into something he is not is what damages the sport. Go cover a man who is doing something that nobody has ever done before, at a time when each of these these three series are probally as competitive as they have ever been. I don't want to admit this, but I'm finding a part of myself starting to pull for Kyle each week. I can't deny that I like the fact that he rocks the boat by doing what is not supposed to be do-able, that he tells the media like it is, THAT HE REFUSES TO FIT INTO A MOLD THE MEDIA PREFERS, and that his winning upsets so many Nascar fans. He doesn't fit the typical Nascar good ole boy ideal of what a driver should be, that's what made me a fan of Jeff Gordon and might end up making me (can I say it) a fan of Kyle. As long as he doesn't change.
Mr. Smith - I am not making Junior into anything. First of all, I will let the record stand for itself. People are short sighted and this is a perfect example. I actually like the way Kyle rubs it in everyone's faces ESPECIALLY FANS that boo and jeer at him. I always wished Gordon would do it. I just found the jab at Junior unwarranted... Now if that 88 car was racing for the win with the 18, then say something but clearly that 88 bunch has work to do.
I would also hope that some of my responses to you folks would indicate that I'm not all about being PC...
Mr. Smith - I am not making Junior into anything. First of all, I will let the record stand for itself. People are short sighted and this is a perfect example. I actually like the way Kyle rubs it in everyone's faces ESPECIALLY FANS that boo and jeer at him. I always wished Gordon would do it. I just found the jab at Junior unwarranted... Now if that 88 car was racing for the win with the 18, then say something but clearly that 88 bunch has work to do.
I would also hope that some of my responses to you folks would indicate that I'm not all about being PC...
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03/24/09 @ 05:29
Comment from: Jerry Crisco [Visitor]
What are you the pc police and judge of Busch's maturity? I think a little revolution is good now and then. Kyle provides it on the race track and a subtle shot over Juniors bow is fair game. For Gods sake man, Earnhardt Sr. used to take shots at everyone. So did Bobby Allison and many others. Its the way it was. You keep your white bread views of how Nascar drivers should act. As much as I dislike Kyle, he backs up his comments with wins. You can go back and hug your stuffed Junior doll now.
Jerry- I heard you the first time....
Jerry- I heard you the first time....
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03/24/09 @ 05:35
Comment from: Jerry Crisco [Visitor]
What are you the pc police and judge of Busch's maturity? I think a little revolution is good now and then. Kyle provides it on the race track and a subtle shot over Juniors bow is fair game. For Gods sake man, Earnhardt Sr. used to take shots at everyone. So did Bobby Allison and many others. Its the way it was. You keep your white bread views of how Nascar drivers should act. As much as I dislike Kyle, he backs up his comments with wins. You can go back and hug your stuffed Junior doll now.
Jerry- I see that you appear to be an expert (or so you think). First, I don't have a Junior doll, I never have, never will. Do you still have enough hot air to fill your doll?? Busch's immaturity is well documented, by his own accounts and it also cost him a championship. He's got half the package down, all he needs to do now is use his head. Thanks for coming
Jerry- I see that you appear to be an expert (or so you think). First, I don't have a Junior doll, I never have, never will. Do you still have enough hot air to fill your doll?? Busch's immaturity is well documented, by his own accounts and it also cost him a championship. He's got half the package down, all he needs to do now is use his head. Thanks for coming
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03/24/09 @ 05:39
Comment from: M.B. Voelker [Visitor]
Hendrick dumped Kyle the moment Jr. and his t-shirt sales became available. Why shouldn't Kyle occasionally point out who is winning races?
Ed's Response: MB - thing is he doesn't NEED to point anything out...
Ed's Response: MB - thing is he doesn't NEED to point anything out...
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03/24/09 @ 05:49
Comment from: Ken O [Visitor]
You have to understand that there is a reason for Kyle's statements and NA$CAR could easily be in on it. NA$CAR is much like professional wrestling. The fans don't come out just to see the cowboy in the white hat win. They also come out in the hope of seeing the cowboy in the black hat lose. You need to have a "good" guy and a "bad" guy to attract fans. Jr. and Kyle make a good contrast. The only problem is that the "good" guy is supposed to win some. Jr. has not been holding up his part of the bargain.
Ed's Response: Ken... one question. How'd the "good guy" do at Daytona in February? It may be your very comment that sends someone on the fence about Earnhardt Jr. to the side of the 'haters'. Clearly, you're becoming a delusional fan....
Ed's Response: Ken... one question. How'd the "good guy" do at Daytona in February? It may be your very comment that sends someone on the fence about Earnhardt Jr. to the side of the 'haters'. Clearly, you're becoming a delusional fan....
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03/24/09 @ 06:31
Comment from: Linda [Visitor]
EXACTLY !!
Kyle has proven his ability on the track! Now..he needs to prove his ability behind a microphone!!!
He's still sounds like a middle school kid trying to pick a fight !
There's NO reason for Pot Shots.
Hendrick let Kyle go for a REASON....
his personality didn't mess with the rest of HMS.
Kyle is STILL holding that grudge against DaleJr for filling his spot.
But WHY ??? The changes made by Kyle and DaleJr have been for the BEST for BOTH drivers!! And I'll give it to Kyle, it's been more so for HIM. Look at the wins he's had since going to Gibbs.
As far as DaleJr WANTING to be the FAN favorite rather than a winner...
Dale wants to be DALE, he's the fan favorite for WHO he is, for the WAY he is. He's HONEST, FAIR, A CLEAN DRIVER, LOYAL TO HIS TEAM [not just himself] Dale Jr is plain ole down to earth DALE JR.
He's not out there trying to make his presence known by taking cheap
pot shots at other drivers.
Being a fan favorite with a huge following does not make you a winner
[on the track] But it makes you a winner as a PERSON to the fans!!!!!!
GR88T article. I found it on TheStockCarXpress !!
Ed's Response: Linda- I hate to knock Jr. down a notch in your eyes but in some circles his honesty is his downfall. He'll take pot shots at anyone too.
Thanks for visiting...
Kyle has proven his ability on the track! Now..he needs to prove his ability behind a microphone!!!
He's still sounds like a middle school kid trying to pick a fight !
There's NO reason for Pot Shots.
Hendrick let Kyle go for a REASON....
his personality didn't mess with the rest of HMS.
Kyle is STILL holding that grudge against DaleJr for filling his spot.
But WHY ??? The changes made by Kyle and DaleJr have been for the BEST for BOTH drivers!! And I'll give it to Kyle, it's been more so for HIM. Look at the wins he's had since going to Gibbs.
As far as DaleJr WANTING to be the FAN favorite rather than a winner...
Dale wants to be DALE, he's the fan favorite for WHO he is, for the WAY he is. He's HONEST, FAIR, A CLEAN DRIVER, LOYAL TO HIS TEAM [not just himself] Dale Jr is plain ole down to earth DALE JR.
He's not out there trying to make his presence known by taking cheap
pot shots at other drivers.
Being a fan favorite with a huge following does not make you a winner
[on the track] But it makes you a winner as a PERSON to the fans!!!!!!
GR88T article. I found it on TheStockCarXpress !!
Ed's Response: Linda- I hate to knock Jr. down a notch in your eyes but in some circles his honesty is his downfall. He'll take pot shots at anyone too.
Thanks for visiting...
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03/24/09 @ 06:47
Comment from: Steven [Visitor] · http://Jaysiki
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I said years ago Jr was overrated and
each race proves it! NEVER UNDERSTOOD "
"why" FANS IN DROVES FLOKED TO jR. wAS IT BECAUSE HIS dAD GOT KILLED AT dATONA?
REMBER sR WAS NEVER VOTED MOST POPULAR
UNTIL HIS DEATH AND THEN AFTER eLLIOTT
WITHDREW HIS NAME SO sR COULD WIN AWARD!!
Ed's Response: Are you kidding me?
each race proves it! NEVER UNDERSTOOD "
"why" FANS IN DROVES FLOKED TO jR. wAS IT BECAUSE HIS dAD GOT KILLED AT dATONA?
REMBER sR WAS NEVER VOTED MOST POPULAR
UNTIL HIS DEATH AND THEN AFTER eLLIOTT
WITHDREW HIS NAME SO sR COULD WIN AWARD!!
Ed's Response: Are you kidding me?
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03/24/09 @ 07:13
Comment from: steve snelen [Visitor]
kyle busch is a punk,if more drivers (veterans) would put him (kyle)in check.maybe he would not do as good,make him work harder than ever to pass you.force him to drive even more over his head,and I bet he would not do as good?like when he tries to make it 3 or 4 wide pinch him into the wall make him struggle he doe's not get to struggle enough.
Ed's Response: Steve- None of those drivers make it easy for Busch. He occasionally makes it look easy. Face it, that kid can drive... and win.. He is still a favorite for a championship this year in my eyes
Ed's Response: Steve- None of those drivers make it easy for Busch. He occasionally makes it look easy. Face it, that kid can drive... and win.. He is still a favorite for a championship this year in my eyes
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03/24/09 @ 07:39
Comment from: The Old Guy [Visitor]
I seem to remember a couple of other drivers, with winning ways and ten championships between them, who took verbal shots at other drivers. So what!
Personally, I think it's great that we have a brash young man out there winning races and if he wants to take a shot at the most over-hyped driver in the history of NASCAR, it's fine with me.
I wonder if Rick Hendrick is beginning to feel a bit like the owner of the Boston Red Socks after he traded Babe Ruth to the Yankees?
Ed's Response: Hendrick has publicly said he has zero regrets with the decisions he made
Personally, I think it's great that we have a brash young man out there winning races and if he wants to take a shot at the most over-hyped driver in the history of NASCAR, it's fine with me.
I wonder if Rick Hendrick is beginning to feel a bit like the owner of the Boston Red Socks after he traded Babe Ruth to the Yankees?
Ed's Response: Hendrick has publicly said he has zero regrets with the decisions he made
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03/24/09 @ 07:55
Comment from: Al Sorensen [Visitor] · http://N/A
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Hmmmm.. Looks like all four of Shrub's fans voiced their opinion on this one.
Ed's Response: - There's more than 4... I mean there's Mom, Dad, even Kurt...
Ed's Response: - There's more than 4... I mean there's Mom, Dad, even Kurt...
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03/24/09 @ 08:13
Comment from: Scott [Visitor]
What is wrong with what Kyle had said about anyone? He is telling the truth! I am a Gordon fan, as I fan I take no offense to Kyle pointing out how he had done that day. He won the race!!! They didn't, so they need to go back and figure out how to beat him and quit talking about what he needs to learn!
As for Jr, I totally agree with Kyle. He is the Fan favorite but really he is not a very good driver, he is in great equipment but every week he seems to get worse as the race progresses because he cannot communicate with his crew chief. He may be fun to listen to on the radio with his comments but he is not helping his crew chief or team with these comments.
In a few years Kyle will have re-written most of the record books and Jr will still be the fan favorite while winning a race to two a year.
Ed's Response- Earnhardt Jr. is not that 'good of a driver' - I wonder what the color of the sky is in the world of some people.
As for Jr, I totally agree with Kyle. He is the Fan favorite but really he is not a very good driver, he is in great equipment but every week he seems to get worse as the race progresses because he cannot communicate with his crew chief. He may be fun to listen to on the radio with his comments but he is not helping his crew chief or team with these comments.
In a few years Kyle will have re-written most of the record books and Jr will still be the fan favorite while winning a race to two a year.
Ed's Response- Earnhardt Jr. is not that 'good of a driver' - I wonder what the color of the sky is in the world of some people.
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03/24/09 @ 08:58
Comment from: tim schwab [Visitor]
This PC stuff sucks..I could care less if either ever wins a race. That said, Kyle can flat drives a race car. I'd be shooked if Jr win 10 more races in his career. Keep talking Kyle !
Ed's Response- Dear Allstate, Tim Schwab is fooling around on the internets!! Kyle Busch is a great driver, no doubt. Saying that you'd be shocked if Junior won 10 more races in his career is a bit much...
Ed's Response- Dear Allstate, Tim Schwab is fooling around on the internets!! Kyle Busch is a great driver, no doubt. Saying that you'd be shocked if Junior won 10 more races in his career is a bit much...
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03/24/09 @ 09:05
Comment from: K39 [Visitor]
Honestly, when Hendrick dumped Kyle, Kyle was not winning very often, neither was Jr.
Jr has a much better attitude, why Kyle
is a spoiled brat who rode his brothers
coat tails to the Cup Series, well, in
all fairness, Jr did the same with his
father, but still, their attitudes and
demeanor is much different. At the time,
Hendrick was getting a better deal, but
no one predicted that Kyle would go on a
tear like he has the last couple of years.
I'm not really a fan of neither driver, though, I'd rather see Jr win any day than
Kyle.
Ed's Response- Kyle Busch was all set to drive for Roush when NASCAR changed the rules about age. There was no riding of anyones coat tails. I always said that Gibbs got the driver and Busch the crappy end of a stick in that deal. I'm not quite sure about Jr's attitude either.
Jr has a much better attitude, why Kyle
is a spoiled brat who rode his brothers
coat tails to the Cup Series, well, in
all fairness, Jr did the same with his
father, but still, their attitudes and
demeanor is much different. At the time,
Hendrick was getting a better deal, but
no one predicted that Kyle would go on a
tear like he has the last couple of years.
I'm not really a fan of neither driver, though, I'd rather see Jr win any day than
Kyle.
Ed's Response- Kyle Busch was all set to drive for Roush when NASCAR changed the rules about age. There was no riding of anyones coat tails. I always said that Gibbs got the driver and Busch the crappy end of a stick in that deal. I'm not quite sure about Jr's attitude either.
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03/24/09 @ 09:10
Comment from: Joe W. [Visitor]
No one ever said Kyle Busch can't drive. He has proven he can. As was pointed out he was let go at Hendrick for a lousy attitude. He continues to show what a jerk he is. He can drive. He is one of the best as a driver, but his personality and attitude STINK. If he had this lousy attitude and did not win everyone would call him a jerk. So his "fans" are bandwagon fans who jump on because he wins. Lets see what happens if he has a bad year.
Ed's Response: If I had to ask Junior or Busch a question I would prefer Busch. Why? Because you never know what you're going to get. You make an interesting point. Not much was said during last years apparent sub par performance during the chase.... interesting
Ed's Response: If I had to ask Junior or Busch a question I would prefer Busch. Why? Because you never know what you're going to get. You make an interesting point. Not much was said during last years apparent sub par performance during the chase.... interesting
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03/24/09 @ 09:27
Comment from: NewEnglandRaceFan [Visitor]
That's right Ed ALL of the drivers need to be saccharin sweet and aww shucks and never speak the truth.. Heck we wouldn't want the truth being known now would we... then the media would lose their paychecks from JR Motorsports.The media claims they want fire in the drivers and some rivalries and honesty in interviews etc but when someone DARES call out the beloved and sainted JR the media pees its panties to back JR...WHY?? because they know the JR Nation, however misguided that JR is the Savior will flock to read the drivel they write.
Ed's Response: Do you honestly believe the drivel you write>? Probably. What happened in your pants when you heard what Busch said?? Good God you sound like a genius...
Ed's Response: Do you honestly believe the drivel you write>? Probably. What happened in your pants when you heard what Busch said?? Good God you sound like a genius...
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03/24/09 @ 09:32
Comment from: yankeegranny [Visitor]
I think the scanner comment of Kyle's when he laughed at the 88 for getting the lucky dog was really low class. Martinsville is comming up and I hope that comment puts a little fire in JR's belly. Maybe we'll see a repeat of the Kyle/Jr confrontation of last year. It was AMAZING to be sitting in the stands and seeing them erupt when Kyle took his little wild ride in turn 1.
He who laughs last laughs best.
Ed's Response- I did not hear what he said but scanner chatter shouldn't count. I remember Earnhardt Jr. calling Robby Gordon a "rolling chicane" at Bristol one time.
He who laughs last laughs best.
Ed's Response- I did not hear what he said but scanner chatter shouldn't count. I remember Earnhardt Jr. calling Robby Gordon a "rolling chicane" at Bristol one time.
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03/24/09 @ 09:50
Comment from: Ozzie Robison [Visitor] · http://n/a
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Kyle is not ruining NASCAR, Jimmy J and Jeffie G have already done that. He's just "Spiceing it up" cause it is getting pretty bland. Go JGR and Co.///Ozzie
Ed's Response - back up your comments with English please...
Ed's Response - back up your comments with English please...
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03/24/09 @ 10:54
Comment from: Matt [Visitor]
It is obvious that Kyle is still irked to this day that Hendrick let him go. Kyle found that insulting and has used it as his motivation ever since. That was the best thing that ever happened to him, although I don't like the way the Hendrick camp treated him. They ousted Vickers the same way. And of course Rick is going to say he has zero regrets, what other choice does he have? Gibbs got the better end of that deal, as you cannot compare Busch and Jr., as Busch is in another league as far as his driving ability and I believe if you compare their results on the race track it pretty much backs that up. Jr. is not going to beat the other "big guns" and get a championship. His last win was ages ago, and I believe that one was on fuel mileage.
Ed's Response- Right now Jr has more wins that Busch in Cup, won two Nationwide Champions - Busch = 0, and has a better average finish than Busch. But, I keep forgetting how bad Junior sucks... sorry about that...
Ed's Response- Right now Jr has more wins that Busch in Cup, won two Nationwide Champions - Busch = 0, and has a better average finish than Busch. But, I keep forgetting how bad Junior sucks... sorry about that...
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03/24/09 @ 10:57
Comment from: Ozzie Robison [Visitor] · http://n/a
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Kyle is not ruining NASCAR, Jimmy J and Jeffie G have already done that. He's just "Spiceing it up" cause it is getting pretty bland. Go JGR and Co.///Ozzie
Ed's Response - another one that repeats themselves... PAY ATTENTION, your comments will not be posted until I review them... otherwise you'd all be looking at a lot of links for porn, up to 300 a day!!
Ed's Response - another one that repeats themselves... PAY ATTENTION, your comments will not be posted until I review them... otherwise you'd all be looking at a lot of links for porn, up to 300 a day!!
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03/24/09 @ 10:57
Comment from: JimBaker [Visitor]
Kyle Busch is the best driver on the planet right now. He can say what he wants. Hendrick made a complete blunder by getting rid of Kyle. Since no one in the media will point out that fact, maybe Kyle should point it out. NASCAR is the only sport where the most popular athlete is not one of its best athletes. This is bad for NASCAR. Sports should reward excellence and NASCAR should market its best drivers, whether Junior is one of them or not. I wouldn't expect NASCAR to market my favorite driver, Matt Kenseth, because he is not one of the best on the circuit, even though his track record is better than that of Earnhardt Jr.
Ed's Response- Jim... please pay attention. I said that Gibbs got a better driver 2 years ago when I knew this was happening. Kyle needs to move on with Hendrick bashing... isn't he truly better off now?
Ed's Response- Jim... please pay attention. I said that Gibbs got a better driver 2 years ago when I knew this was happening. Kyle needs to move on with Hendrick bashing... isn't he truly better off now?
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03/24/09 @ 11:18
Comment from: Keith [Visitor]
I'm not a fan of Hendrick, Gibbs, Jr or Busch but if you watched the racing before the deal went down you had to know that Kyle was the better driver. The whole thing worked out for both drivers and both teams. Jr brings in alot of $$$ to help Hendrick win championships so far they are 1-0 with Jr on board and Busch might be a distraction on that team. Gibbs got a boat load of wins in return. If Kyle starts winning championships and and he directly affects Hendrick then Hendrick might rethink his decision. The thing about Kyle is his attitude as long as he is winning it will be tolerated by his team but if he keeps it up when struggling he will cause alot of turmoil. I'm not a Jeff Gordon fan at all but he is handling his 47 race winless streak with class and not throwing anyone under the bus this is why his team seems to be working so hard for him right now.
Ed's Response - I like Keith...
Ed's Response - I like Keith...
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03/24/09 @ 11:26
Comment from: MI Mike [Visitor]
First off Im no Kyle Bush fan, regardless of his attitude this dude can drive the wheels off anything he gets into thats quite obvious.
I would put his driving talent against Jrs. anyday, simply put Earnhardt is overated.
All the crying about Kyles' behavior means absoutley nothing! He is a race car driver not an Oprah Winfrey poster child. I could care less if anyone thinks he is a punk just keep in mind he is in this competition for one thing and thats to win races.
I find it sad when a driver gets out of his car aka Jr. and says hes happy with a 14th place finish. Thats the sign of a looser plain and simple.
This carp about Bush ruining racing is ludricous, this is one driver that is bringing back to racing what it used to be. Im 59 and have been watching racing since I was a kid. I know how it used to be, and Bush would have fit in well back in the day.
The politically correct world we live in is a sham and its crybabies the same. Get a life people kick _ss and take names....go for it Kyle let the whiners continue to see nothing but your deck lid.
Ed's Response: Mike... Mike... sarcasm is your friend... get it??
I would put his driving talent against Jrs. anyday, simply put Earnhardt is overated.
All the crying about Kyles' behavior means absoutley nothing! He is a race car driver not an Oprah Winfrey poster child. I could care less if anyone thinks he is a punk just keep in mind he is in this competition for one thing and thats to win races.
I find it sad when a driver gets out of his car aka Jr. and says hes happy with a 14th place finish. Thats the sign of a looser plain and simple.
This carp about Bush ruining racing is ludricous, this is one driver that is bringing back to racing what it used to be. Im 59 and have been watching racing since I was a kid. I know how it used to be, and Bush would have fit in well back in the day.
The politically correct world we live in is a sham and its crybabies the same. Get a life people kick _ss and take names....go for it Kyle let the whiners continue to see nothing but your deck lid.
Ed's Response: Mike... Mike... sarcasm is your friend... get it??
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03/24/09 @ 11:51
Comment from: JimBaker [Visitor]
Since I rarely read your column, I don't know what you said two years ago when this change was made. However, speaking of paying attention, I think you missed the point of my reply.
Kyle is not ruining NASCAR. Continuing to market Earnhardt Jr is more likely ruining NASCAR. They need to market their best drivers.
Ed's Response - Jimmy.... Sarcasm is your friend... Of course isn't ruining NASCAR and for that fact neither has Earnhardt. insert rolling eyes here...
Kyle is not ruining NASCAR. Continuing to market Earnhardt Jr is more likely ruining NASCAR. They need to market their best drivers.
Ed's Response - Jimmy.... Sarcasm is your friend... Of course isn't ruining NASCAR and for that fact neither has Earnhardt. insert rolling eyes here...
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03/24/09 @ 12:03
Comment from: Matt [Visitor]
"Ed's Response- Right now Jr has more wins that Busch in Cup, won two Nationwide Champions - Busch = 0, and has a better average finish than Busch. But, I keep forgetting how bad Junior sucks... sorry about that... "
You can't use win totals as an accurate comparison. Jr. has been in cup for 10 full seasons and has 18 wins. Busch is only in his 5th season as a full time cup driver and has 14 wins. Do the math. Busch will far surpass JR in the win column. I don't know why its so hard for you to see or admit that the two drivers are on completely different levels of driving ability. Have you ever watched this kid race or are you basing your argument on souvenir sales? Most of your responses are on the rude side which is typical of someone that can't come up with a solid argument so they resort to being defensive and juvenile rather than address the facts in a positive manner. You don't have the right attitude.
Ed's response- Kyle Busch has more wins than ANYBODY in the last 2 years so with your logic everybody else sucks...
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You can't use win totals as an accurate comparison. Jr. has been in cup for 10 full seasons and has 18 wins. Busch is only in his 5th season as a full time cup driver and has 14 wins. Do the math. Busch will far surpass JR in the win column. I don't know why its so hard for you to see or admit that the two drivers are on completely different levels of driving ability. Have you ever watched this kid race or are you basing your argument on souvenir sales? Most of your responses are on the rude side which is typical of someone that can't come up with a solid argument so they resort to being defensive and juvenile rather than address the facts in a positive manner. You don't have the right attitude.
Ed's response- Kyle Busch has more wins than ANYBODY in the last 2 years so with your logic everybody else sucks...
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03/24/09 @ 13:24
Comment from: NewEnglandRaceFan [Visitor]
"What happened in your pants when you heard what Busch said?? Good God you sound like a genius... "
HAHA My you are clever with the come backs... I heard what Kyle said and did absolutely nothing he speaks the truth. Jr became the sports most popular driver after the MEDIA crowned him the the Crown Prince of racing he didn't earn that title by winning a ton of races or a Championship. The title was bestowed upon him by the media and the mindless minions flocked. Its not Jr's fault this happened but it is the truth. Jr wasn't given the space to prove himself at DEI\ now he is in arguably the best equipment in the sport and now its time to produce or get off the pot so to speak. SO far the production is nothing but a few clever one liners. There is far too much pressure on JR mostly placed there by the media.
That being said Kyle,( who has won how many races since the move???), spoke the truth the media is all bent out of shape because Jr said leave Tony Jr alone and are going on like someone tried to condemn Tony Jr to work KART races for 50 years. Where everyone else is concerned when a team doesn't produce its the driver or the crew chief and since no one at HMS has the balls to fire the Sainted JR its gonna be Eury or the team is doomed to mediocrity...
Ed's Response - Did you know that there's a big red button next to your posts that says "DELETE"??? I also disagree with you about who 'anointed' Jr. His father's fans did, with the same vigor that they anointed him the king.
As far as Hendrick is concerned, what will motivate him is money and right now all the Junior fans are pouring it on so the sponsors follow.
Do you want to argue some more??
Go here please : http://www.speedwaymedia.com/messageboard/index.php we'd love to have you there...
HAHA My you are clever with the come backs... I heard what Kyle said and did absolutely nothing he speaks the truth. Jr became the sports most popular driver after the MEDIA crowned him the the Crown Prince of racing he didn't earn that title by winning a ton of races or a Championship. The title was bestowed upon him by the media and the mindless minions flocked. Its not Jr's fault this happened but it is the truth. Jr wasn't given the space to prove himself at DEI\ now he is in arguably the best equipment in the sport and now its time to produce or get off the pot so to speak. SO far the production is nothing but a few clever one liners. There is far too much pressure on JR mostly placed there by the media.
That being said Kyle,( who has won how many races since the move???), spoke the truth the media is all bent out of shape because Jr said leave Tony Jr alone and are going on like someone tried to condemn Tony Jr to work KART races for 50 years. Where everyone else is concerned when a team doesn't produce its the driver or the crew chief and since no one at HMS has the balls to fire the Sainted JR its gonna be Eury or the team is doomed to mediocrity...
Ed's Response - Did you know that there's a big red button next to your posts that says "DELETE"??? I also disagree with you about who 'anointed' Jr. His father's fans did, with the same vigor that they anointed him the king.
As far as Hendrick is concerned, what will motivate him is money and right now all the Junior fans are pouring it on so the sponsors follow.
Do you want to argue some more??
Go here please : http://www.speedwaymedia.com/messageboard/index.php we'd love to have you there...
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03/24/09 @ 13:39
Comment from: David [Visitor]
I think the argument that Hendrick dumped Kyle for Jr. is missing a big part of why Hendrick let Kyle go. Kyle's attitude (the same one he displayed post race Saturday) got him replaced. Otherwise perfomance and potential wise, Casey Mears would have been released.
Ed's Response - Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson had a role in who was released, they just don't talk about it all that much.
Ed's Response - Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson had a role in who was released, they just don't talk about it all that much.
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03/24/09 @ 13:52
Comment from: Dan Bye [Visitor]
K.B. is not ruining Nascar, Nascar is ruining Nascar with it's Chase, c.o.t. & helping the company car. If you have a tape of Atlanta go back & watch it & you will see Nascar help Jr. 5 times to get back on the lead lap & stay on the lead lap. Twice Jr. was first car a lap down & a yellow was thrown, Three times as Jr. was 30 plus seconds down & about to be lapped they threw a yellow, the last one they said was because R. Gordon may have scraped the wall.
At Bristol too as soon as Jr. was first car down a lap out came the yellow. I have been watching Jayski since Atlanta & have noticed no one has wrote about this, are they all afraid of France.
Ed's Response : France is a nation of cry babies... don't you ever forget it. Now, keep your eyes on the helicopters following you, before they get you...
At Bristol too as soon as Jr. was first car down a lap out came the yellow. I have been watching Jayski since Atlanta & have noticed no one has wrote about this, are they all afraid of France.
Ed's Response : France is a nation of cry babies... don't you ever forget it. Now, keep your eyes on the helicopters following you, before they get you...
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03/24/09 @ 14:23
Comment from: Dan Bye [Visitor]
K.B. is not ruining Nascar, Nascar is ruining Nascar with it's Chase, c.o.t. & helping the company car. If you have a tape of Atlanta go back & watch it & you will see Nascar help Jr. 5 times to get back on the lead lap & stay on the lead lap. Twice Jr. was first car a lap down & a yellow was thrown, Three times as Jr. was 30 plus seconds down & about to be lapped they threw a yellow, the last one they said was because R. Gordon may have scraped the wall.
At Bristol too as soon as Jr. was first car down a lap out came the yellow. I have been watching Jayski since Atlanta & have noticed no one has wrote about this, are they all afraid of France.
Ed's repsonse... I HEARD YOU!!
At Bristol too as soon as Jr. was first car down a lap out came the yellow. I have been watching Jayski since Atlanta & have noticed no one has wrote about this, are they all afraid of France.
Ed's repsonse... I HEARD YOU!!
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03/24/09 @ 14:24
Comment from: Jimmie Gene [Visitor]
Ed, You noted that Junior has more wins than Kyle and a better average finishing percentage. Perhaps it should be noted that the difference in finishing percentage is tiny (Junior @16.2 and Kyle @ 16.4). As for wins, Junior has his over 11 years, Kyle got his over 6 years. If you compare apples to apples, Kyle has 12 wins through his first 5 years in the series while Junior had 9 during his first 5 years. Just so you have a feeling for how well Junior stacks up with the current champion, Jimmie Johnson has been in the sport for 9 years and has 40 wins compared to Junior's 18 wins in 11 years. Jimmie, by the way, had 18 wins in his first 5 years in the sport. As for having won 2 Busch Series championships, it's not really a good barometer as to how well you'll do in the Cup Series. Jimmie 's highest finish in Busch was a the year he finished 8th in the points. When your dad puts a Cup caliber team in the Busch Series for you, you tend to do better.
Ed's Response: Jimmie- your math is flawed... talk to me when you got numbers like Jeff Gordon... you simply appear to be a 'hater' and thats OK...
Ed's Response: Jimmie- your math is flawed... talk to me when you got numbers like Jeff Gordon... you simply appear to be a 'hater' and thats OK...
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03/24/09 @ 14:37
Comment from: ed [Visitor]
Good for Rowdy Busch. If geeks like J Gordon and J Johnson can take shots at Busch, certainly Rowdy can.
Busch spoke the truth. It hurts. junior isn't that good of a driver overall. he is not in the same league as Stewart, Gordon, Johnson, Busch brothers, M Martin and some others.
Ed's Response: Ed II (what else should I call you??) OK, you've changed my mind with that well written comment. Thanks for allowing me to see the light...
Busch spoke the truth. It hurts. junior isn't that good of a driver overall. he is not in the same league as Stewart, Gordon, Johnson, Busch brothers, M Martin and some others.
Ed's Response: Ed II (what else should I call you??) OK, you've changed my mind with that well written comment. Thanks for allowing me to see the light...
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03/24/09 @ 15:13
Comment from: Stephen Hood [Visitor]
I think Kyle Busch's is a great driver but I also think his huge success is due to the new car. Dale Jr. doesn't seem to be able to transition to the new car. It doesn't mean he is a bad driver just like Dario Francitti isn't a bad driver because he couldn't pilot a stock car. The COT is that much different from the previous generation car, and Kyle and the COT seem well matched. Kyle won the first race in the new car and he has been on rails since its introduction. I wonder who would have the most wins if Jr. was in an old Hendrick car and Kyle in an old Gibbs car. My guess is the results would be closer to a tie than the dominance shown by Busch.
Ed's Response: Now, young Stephen is onto something.... and the topic of my next column in the paper??
Ed's Response: Now, young Stephen is onto something.... and the topic of my next column in the paper??
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03/24/09 @ 15:18
Comment from: Rick [Visitor]
You all Bush lovers better remember when NASCAR gets tired of the Toyota kicking a$$, Nasacr will change the rules again. They will not have an advantage. As far as winning so many races, isn't that like Peyton Manning playing semi-pro just to say he is a winner!
There are only two Toyota's up front. They are the only two with good drivers
The rest of the drivers are wannabes.
Also remmber Jr is in the25 car, it has never won and never will run upfront. I think Jr made a mistake go to Hendrick's.
The 24 & 48 are the top two teams at HMS and always will be. Jrs cars will never be built like there's.
You never hear Chad say anything about sharing info with the 88 it is always the 24.
It's always been that way and it will always be that way.
Jr, you need to start your own team.
Oh yes I am a HUGE JR FAN. His Dad never did act like shrub boy.
Ed's Response: Look, they all get the same equipment, the teams make a difference...Toyota doesn't have an advantage in my eyes...everything looks the same...Thanks for coming Rick...
There are only two Toyota's up front. They are the only two with good drivers
The rest of the drivers are wannabes.
Also remmber Jr is in the25 car, it has never won and never will run upfront. I think Jr made a mistake go to Hendrick's.
The 24 & 48 are the top two teams at HMS and always will be. Jrs cars will never be built like there's.
You never hear Chad say anything about sharing info with the 88 it is always the 24.
It's always been that way and it will always be that way.
Jr, you need to start your own team.
Oh yes I am a HUGE JR FAN. His Dad never did act like shrub boy.
Ed's Response: Look, they all get the same equipment, the teams make a difference...Toyota doesn't have an advantage in my eyes...everything looks the same...Thanks for coming Rick...
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03/24/09 @ 16:01
Comment from: Dan [Visitor]
Kyle is just a little bit stung from the Hendrick break up. That shows in the barbs he shoots at Earnhardt.Kyle also has more talent and desire than 80% of the drivers in the series.Go Kyle Go
Ed's response: Please see my entry last season for address to Kyle's fan club
Ed's response: Please see my entry last season for address to Kyle's fan club
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03/24/09 @ 16:31
Comment from: dwight [Visitor]
like your articles ed..ya make people think..
first off,kyle isnt hurting nascar...nascar needed someone like him to come along and bring some lust/hate back to this sport...
as far as jr not being as talented,so far we cant say...im not a fan of either...take a long look since 2000 at the 3rd now 4th car at hendrick..have they won much or even been knocking at the door week in and out...NO...when he let kyle go he did him a favor...only jimmy and jeff have had the cars worthy of winning regularly in yrs...the big multi car teamms are like that...carl and kennseth at rousch,jimmy and jeff at hendrick,kyle and denny at gibbs...but thats beside the point...kyle took a team with a rich history and when all the new peices were put in place they kick azz...chemistry...and as long as they keep it together,kyle will keep winning...we have seen this before with many drivers...i sorta laughed when rick hired jr...and now martin? oh,dream team...not without the cars under them they arent...jr can drive as well as the best of em WHEN he has his head on straight...he could have won at tona this yr if not for having his head up his azz...missing your pits like he did,well,nuff said...
my sister thinks the sun rises and falls with jr...but ive told her for yrs,he needs to mature on the track...if his car isnt right he falls apart...
id love to see iroc back...i think it would be fun to see if kyle can kick azz against the other best in equal rides,or as equal as they can get em...and,in iroc,ya didnt get the same car each race...
Ed's Response: Except for having someone else set them up they are running IROC aren't they? Thanks for comments...
first off,kyle isnt hurting nascar...nascar needed someone like him to come along and bring some lust/hate back to this sport...
as far as jr not being as talented,so far we cant say...im not a fan of either...take a long look since 2000 at the 3rd now 4th car at hendrick..have they won much or even been knocking at the door week in and out...NO...when he let kyle go he did him a favor...only jimmy and jeff have had the cars worthy of winning regularly in yrs...the big multi car teamms are like that...carl and kennseth at rousch,jimmy and jeff at hendrick,kyle and denny at gibbs...but thats beside the point...kyle took a team with a rich history and when all the new peices were put in place they kick azz...chemistry...and as long as they keep it together,kyle will keep winning...we have seen this before with many drivers...i sorta laughed when rick hired jr...and now martin? oh,dream team...not without the cars under them they arent...jr can drive as well as the best of em WHEN he has his head on straight...he could have won at tona this yr if not for having his head up his azz...missing your pits like he did,well,nuff said...
my sister thinks the sun rises and falls with jr...but ive told her for yrs,he needs to mature on the track...if his car isnt right he falls apart...
id love to see iroc back...i think it would be fun to see if kyle can kick azz against the other best in equal rides,or as equal as they can get em...and,in iroc,ya didnt get the same car each race...
Ed's Response: Except for having someone else set them up they are running IROC aren't they? Thanks for comments...
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03/24/09 @ 16:51
Comment from: Brian H [Visitor]
I've been going to races since 1972 but absolutely, positively can not stand scrub, period. I've turned off races and deleted recordings because of the jerk. My time and money can be spent too many ways to have to listen to him. Perhaps all the young guns like his style - personally, I detest it and am about ready to dump nascar because of people like he and hamlin.
Ed's Response: Brian, in 1972 I was in 3rd grade learning about presidential elections!! May I suggest you mute your television, we don't want to lose you!! Now, I want to break my television screen when the friggin Digger rat shows his ugly head...
Ed's Response: Brian, in 1972 I was in 3rd grade learning about presidential elections!! May I suggest you mute your television, we don't want to lose you!! Now, I want to break my television screen when the friggin Digger rat shows his ugly head...
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03/24/09 @ 17:48
Comment from: Larry [Visitor] · http://Jayskis.com
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I think a lot of Jr.'s problem is this COT. And, he's not the only one. Look at Jeff Gordon. He is just now getting a handle on the new car and we all know that Jeff can drive. Jr. is having a very hard time adjusting to the car and I don't know if he has the crew chief that can help him get any better. Kyle was never let go at Hendrick because he couldn't drive it was definitely his attitude amongst other things. And, don't forget, this Toyota has made Kyle look a lot better since leaving Hendrick. The extra Horsepower they had in Nationwide Racing helped a little and a suspension advantage that Nascar took away before the chase last year made a big difference in the way he has ran since. This suspension issued was mentioned at Jayski's but so far as I can tell I couldn't find it anywhere else must less on TV. Was Nascar so embarrassed they let Busch/Gibbs/Toyota have this advantage and was ashamed to admit it? Very Strange to me. In Atlanta, Busch was terrible and would have never won Vegas except for the caution by Gordon that caught a lot of the dominate cars on pit road without enough laps left to regain the lead. What amazes me is Busch never showed anything close to this dominance at Hendrick. The year is still early so I guess we'll see how it plays out but one thing seems for sure. Busch winning so much is not helping Nascar's Popularity. I do think Jr. is a good driver, maybe not a great driver. After all, a lot of Nascar Drivers would die to have two busch championships and
eighteen cup wins. Again, I just think this COT is giving Jr. and his Crew Chief fits.
Ed's Response: Larry- PLEASE email about this suspension advantage... sounds very interesting??
eighteen cup wins. Again, I just think this COT is giving Jr. and his Crew Chief fits.
Ed's Response: Larry- PLEASE email about this suspension advantage... sounds very interesting??
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03/24/09 @ 18:05
Comment from: NORCAL GUY [Visitor]
To start with, I agree with what is said in this article but I don't agree with what some people are leaving in these comments.
I'm a Jr fan, and have been since before he came into cup. I believe that he is putting too much pressure on himself. He knows he is in good equipment and cant use that as an excuse anymore. He also believes in Eury Jr as we see every week by him telling the media and everyone to lay off of Eury. I just think the pressure he is putting on himself is one of the things making him run bad as bad as he is this year. Also, all of the drivers and crew chiefs in cup know not to listen to the media. So we cant say that the media is putting pressure on him.
One thing I've also noticed, Dale Jr's driving performance hasn't been what it was since 2004. If we all remember that was the year when he got injured in that fire running a non nascar race at Infineon. He's shown a glimmer here and there, won a race here and there, but he doesn't seem as aggressive or having a comfortable feel for the car like he once did. I think that fire did a lot to him mentally and in return he isn't the caliber of driver as he once was.
Now for Kyle. No doubt he is an incredible driver. And after the change of teams, it could be a mixture of things that are showing his potential to become this dominate driver we have seen this last year. One I believe he is fired up over being ousted at Hendrick by the other drivers and having his place filled by "nascar's most popular driver" so Mr Hendrick can make more money. But he could have found his nich that allowed him to know what the car needs now. Or it could be Coach Gibbs or Steve Addington that has helped his mindset and feel for what the car needs and wants. Like I said, probably a mixture of things. As for him not doing well in the chase, possibly he was putting too much pressure on himself like I believe Jr is doing to himself.
But don't bash on Jr because he is struggling pretty bad. That's like kicking a man when he's down. Bash on the other drivers you are fighting with to win these races and/or fighting with in points. But we also know that Kyle has a big sense of humor. For all we know, he's making jokes. Granted, these jokes are probably meant more for garage talk and not to the media. Still, he does need to think sometimes before he talks. But thats who he is and we should just accept it.
Thats my 2 cents. Take care everyone.
Ed's Response: You win my comment of teh week award... thanks for visiting!!
I'm a Jr fan, and have been since before he came into cup. I believe that he is putting too much pressure on himself. He knows he is in good equipment and cant use that as an excuse anymore. He also believes in Eury Jr as we see every week by him telling the media and everyone to lay off of Eury. I just think the pressure he is putting on himself is one of the things making him run bad as bad as he is this year. Also, all of the drivers and crew chiefs in cup know not to listen to the media. So we cant say that the media is putting pressure on him.
One thing I've also noticed, Dale Jr's driving performance hasn't been what it was since 2004. If we all remember that was the year when he got injured in that fire running a non nascar race at Infineon. He's shown a glimmer here and there, won a race here and there, but he doesn't seem as aggressive or having a comfortable feel for the car like he once did. I think that fire did a lot to him mentally and in return he isn't the caliber of driver as he once was.
Now for Kyle. No doubt he is an incredible driver. And after the change of teams, it could be a mixture of things that are showing his potential to become this dominate driver we have seen this last year. One I believe he is fired up over being ousted at Hendrick by the other drivers and having his place filled by "nascar's most popular driver" so Mr Hendrick can make more money. But he could have found his nich that allowed him to know what the car needs now. Or it could be Coach Gibbs or Steve Addington that has helped his mindset and feel for what the car needs and wants. Like I said, probably a mixture of things. As for him not doing well in the chase, possibly he was putting too much pressure on himself like I believe Jr is doing to himself.
But don't bash on Jr because he is struggling pretty bad. That's like kicking a man when he's down. Bash on the other drivers you are fighting with to win these races and/or fighting with in points. But we also know that Kyle has a big sense of humor. For all we know, he's making jokes. Granted, these jokes are probably meant more for garage talk and not to the media. Still, he does need to think sometimes before he talks. But thats who he is and we should just accept it.
Thats my 2 cents. Take care everyone.
Ed's Response: You win my comment of teh week award... thanks for visiting!!
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03/24/09 @ 18:53
Comment from: ed [Visitor]
Nothing can help yousee the light. You don't like Busch. Deep inside you don't even know why.
Clearly Kyle is a better driver then Junior. Cmon. Enough.
Ed's Response: Eddie, buddy, C'mon... Kyle is a better performer, RIGHT NOW...NOW... AT THE MOMENT... it won't last forever...
Clearly Kyle is a better driver then Junior. Cmon. Enough.
Ed's Response: Eddie, buddy, C'mon... Kyle is a better performer, RIGHT NOW...NOW... AT THE MOMENT... it won't last forever...
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03/24/09 @ 19:21
Comment from: Bill [Visitor]
Kyle ruining Nascar thats a good one. Nascar ruined it by trying to control the drivers comments and action. Lets face it Kyle Busch is best driver in Nascar today. We all remember the clip of the 79 500 when the fight broke out. I give Kyle credit for adding color to Nascar. Maybe the media people should to.
Ed's Response: Thanks for getting my joke Bill... Now is it all right if I express my opinion in my own blog??
Ed's Response: Thanks for getting my joke Bill... Now is it all right if I express my opinion in my own blog??
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03/24/09 @ 19:32
Comment from: Jeff Hanna [Visitor]
Sr. had the talent, unfortunately Jr. does not. Not saying he should not be out there, but he will never ever even come close to the old man's talent. I am not a Busch fan, but that kid has more talent than anybody I have seen in the sport in a LONG time. Hendrick should do a driver swap and stick a real driver like Mark Martin in the 88 and put Jr. in the 5. The 5 would be 5 laps down at least every week.
Ed's Response: Jeff - What do you think about Dale Jr's brother and nephew??
Ed's Response: Jeff - What do you think about Dale Jr's brother and nephew??
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03/24/09 @ 20:01
Comment from: Jeff Hanna [Visitor]
The brother seems like a nice guy, but I honestly would not let him sit in my car let alone drive it. Jeff Earnhardt appears to have some talent, but so did Jr. when her ran in the Busch series. I saw Jeff run the Busch North car @ Dover and I have to admit I was impressed.
Ed's Response: Thanks for writing Jeff...
Ed's Response: Thanks for writing Jeff...
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03/24/09 @ 20:20
Comment from: Lou B [Visitor]
Kyle Busch won me over the first time he got out of his car and acknowledged the boos I have been a fan of nascar since 1980 and ironhead earnhardt was A villian for years and I never could figure out the jr nation thing , I live in Pittsburgh and the steelers have the steeler nation but they walk the walk Jr hasn't done ##** but ride his old mans coatails , he has had the best equipment and really hasn't produced and count me as the 5th fan for kyle , the boy has talent and jr nation just drowns in their budweiser week in and week out throwing their beer cans at kyle .
Ed's Response: I think you found part of my ire... fans... are fanatical
Ed's Response: I think you found part of my ire... fans... are fanatical
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03/24/09 @ 20:27
Comment from: Gerg [Visitor]
reading this was fun. In a nutshell:
1. Kyle Busch is a better driver than Dale Jr. and is NOT ruining Nascrap.
2. It really doesn't matter that Jr. had more wins with the old car and the COT cost him more - you're racing the same car as everybody else every week. If you can't adapt as the sport changes...you lose. (i.e. if you can't hit a big league curveball, welcome to Fast Ronnie's Used Cars - doesn't matter how well you hit a big league fastball)
3. Who in Kyle's position wouldn't take a shot at Jr.? For argument's sake, let's say your boss came in and said he found a replacement for you and you were gone, then you find your replacement really doesn't write any better articles than you. In fact, you're cranking out great work for another site and your replacement still gets more attention and props for nothing than you do for good work. You wouldn't dig in a little every chance you got? A lot?
4. I'm a Kurt, not Kyle, Busch fan. This is the part where you dish up some sarcastic remark to try and discredit my post. I'm definitely OK with that as you really don't have any other way to defend your boy.
Joe12Pack
Ed's response: Great Points Joe and you know what, you did not even take a shot at me. You know what that does? It earns my respect! Until you think "I have a boy". For those that pay attention to this blog or my column I have never disclosed who my 'boy' is. It's Jeff Gordon and has been since he was running sprints on Thursday Thunder, I have done with with and for Jeff. However, I still maintain an objective view. So there... In what I do I would not take shots at a former employer or my replacement, doesn't really get me anywhere.
Guess what, Kurt Busch is one of the nicest guys in the garage both with fans and media and I'm glad to see he's on an uptick.
You folks continue to get me all wrong and thats OK. I like a good heated discussion. Just please, know what the hell you're talking about. A lot of these folks just spout off without thinking...
1. Kyle Busch is a better driver than Dale Jr. and is NOT ruining Nascrap.
2. It really doesn't matter that Jr. had more wins with the old car and the COT cost him more - you're racing the same car as everybody else every week. If you can't adapt as the sport changes...you lose. (i.e. if you can't hit a big league curveball, welcome to Fast Ronnie's Used Cars - doesn't matter how well you hit a big league fastball)
3. Who in Kyle's position wouldn't take a shot at Jr.? For argument's sake, let's say your boss came in and said he found a replacement for you and you were gone, then you find your replacement really doesn't write any better articles than you. In fact, you're cranking out great work for another site and your replacement still gets more attention and props for nothing than you do for good work. You wouldn't dig in a little every chance you got? A lot?
4. I'm a Kurt, not Kyle, Busch fan. This is the part where you dish up some sarcastic remark to try and discredit my post. I'm definitely OK with that as you really don't have any other way to defend your boy.
Joe12Pack
Ed's response: Great Points Joe and you know what, you did not even take a shot at me. You know what that does? It earns my respect! Until you think "I have a boy". For those that pay attention to this blog or my column I have never disclosed who my 'boy' is. It's Jeff Gordon and has been since he was running sprints on Thursday Thunder, I have done with with and for Jeff. However, I still maintain an objective view. So there... In what I do I would not take shots at a former employer or my replacement, doesn't really get me anywhere.
Guess what, Kurt Busch is one of the nicest guys in the garage both with fans and media and I'm glad to see he's on an uptick.
You folks continue to get me all wrong and thats OK. I like a good heated discussion. Just please, know what the hell you're talking about. A lot of these folks just spout off without thinking...
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03/24/09 @ 21:29
Comment from: Michael [Visitor]
Y the pot shots? y not, if Junior and the rest of his Nation cant take the heat, too bad, it will be fun to watch them burn. Poeple has trash talked others for years, so Kyle is getting back at the guy he blames for losing his job. If Junior dont like it, then maybe he should satrt running with the leaders (on the lead lap).
Ed's Response: Talk to me after Martinsville....
Ed's Response: Talk to me after Martinsville....
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03/24/09 @ 21:50
Comment from: Larry [Visitor] · http://Jayskis.com
· http://Jayskis.com
Folks, there's one thing you need to remember, Jr. didn't fire Busch and take his job. Rick Hendrick let Busch go and hired Jr. All you fans who are down on Jr. need to remember that he had nothing to do with Busch getting fired. Busch had a lot to do with it. Remember him wrecking his brother in the Allstar Race and taking both of them out. Things like that is what got Busch fired. Bottom line is Jr. had absolutely nothing to do with Busch getting fired.
Ed's Response: I wonder if Junior had anything to do with Busch getting the ax? What do you think Larry? Thanks for writing, I assumed that people knew that...
Ed's Response: I wonder if Junior had anything to do with Busch getting the ax? What do you think Larry? Thanks for writing, I assumed that people knew that...
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03/25/09 @ 13:33
Comment from: johhnyo [Visitor]
It is one thing to be a very good race car driver and another to just be a total little prick, Kyle Busch will end up just like his big brother, with a busted nose, I cant wait someone to put him in the wall and he will mouth off to the wrong guy, someone like Jimmy Spencer. I cant wait to see him on his Ass.
Ed's Response: Johnny - That's not very nice...I can't condone such behavior. Now Kurt certainly made a few boneheaded moves in his day and Jimmy Spencer took him to task. Kyle has never been so blatant.
Ed's Response: Johnny - That's not very nice...I can't condone such behavior. Now Kurt certainly made a few boneheaded moves in his day and Jimmy Spencer took him to task. Kyle has never been so blatant.
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03/25/09 @ 22:33
Comment from: johhnyo [Visitor]
I beg to differ there Ed, how about Richmond last year, come on if he is such a damm super driver how does he not avoid turning Earnhardt, thats crap, like I said he will mess with the wrong guy and his ass is grass, the little A_hole.
Ed's Response: Didn't Junior return the favor on a sunny Sunday morning in Richmond in September?? he sure did, I was watching the race on a Jet Blue television in the air on my way BACK from Richmond
Ed's Response: Didn't Junior return the favor on a sunny Sunday morning in Richmond in September?? he sure did, I was watching the race on a Jet Blue television in the air on my way BACK from Richmond
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03/26/09 @ 17:52
Comment from: Joe Hangman [Visitor] · http://playhangmangames.com/
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Kyle is not ruining NASCAR, Jimmy J and Jeffie G have already done that. He's just "Spiceing it up" cause it is getting pretty bland.
But really a nice and intesting Post :P
Ed's Response: Joe- Sarcasm is your friend. Jimmie and Jeff are an an example of dominance just like Kyle is. He's a loose canon. I actually love it
But really a nice and intesting Post :P
Ed's Response: Joe- Sarcasm is your friend. Jimmie and Jeff are an an example of dominance just like Kyle is. He's a loose canon. I actually love it
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