Writers talk Truex move, Hall nominees, Chicago winner

jigajohnson Mon Aug 17, 2009 6:35 pm

Older article but I just read it now for the first time.

Smack: Toyota's big gain, Chevy's loss, Hall at a draw
Writers talk Truex move, Hall nominees, Chicago winner
By NASCAR.COM
July 9, 2009
03:24 PM EDT

1. Martin Truex has announced he's joining Michael Waltrip Racing as of next year. Can Truex expect to enjoy greater success at MWR than he did at Dale Earnhardt Inc.?
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David Caraviello: Well, if "greater" means equaling or surpassing his one career race win, maybe. It's a step up, no question. The Waltrip team has made some moves in the right direction, and this was one of them. But given the somewhat stagnant situation at Earnhardt, it would be difficult for him to do worse than where he was.

Duane Cross: Overall success -- yes. I think MWR is moving forward (no pun, Toyota) while Earnhardt Ganassi Racing's pace has slowed considerably during the past few years. The fact that Michael was able to sign Martin to a multi-year deal speaks volumes for the team. MORE