10 Copyright (c) 2009 Yahoo!, Inc. All rights reserved. en-us 126 15 http://ca.sports.yahoo.com http://l.yimg.com/a/i/ca/sports/ui/ysp_ca_logo_rss.gif Latest opinons from Jenna Fryer. http://ca.sports.yahoo.com/top/expertsarchive?author=Jenna+Fryer Denny Hamlin beamed from ear-to-ear as he gleefully explained his role in the latest round of bumper cars with nemesis Brad Keselowski. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:46:49 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-inthepits:1 Denny Hamlin showed in the season finale why he will be Jimmie Johnson's toughest challenger. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 08:33:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive112309:1 The nickname ``Four-Time'' was claimed long ago by Jeff Gordon, leaving Jimmie Johnson in search of a fresh moniker to cap his record-setting fourth consecutive NASCAR championship. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:42:53 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-homestead:1 Mark Martin has lost to Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon and Tony Stewart -- some of NASCAR's greatest drivers -- in his frustrating bid for an elusive championship. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:46:58 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar--homestead:1 The head of Volkswagen's motor sports program is at Homestead-Miami Speedway, fueling speculation that the automaker is interested in joining Toyota as the second foreign manufacturer in NASCAR. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 14:12:30 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-volkswagen:1 Jimmie Johnson isn't the only driver worthy of some hardware after this season. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:41:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-cupawards112109:1 Jimmie Johnson, on the verge of a NASCAR record fourth consecutive championship, signed a contract extension on Friday to drive for Hendrick Motorsports through the 2015 season. Fri, 20 Nov 2009 11:26:32 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-johnson:1 Jamie McMurray has been hired to drive the No. 1 Chevrolet for Earnhardt Ganassi Racing. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 15:29:42 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-ganassi-mcmurray:1 Chad Knaus was clearly distracted as he leaned against a cart during a casual conversation before last week's race in Phoenix. His eyes darted around, finally settling on an aerosol can and a box of towels. Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:42:49 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-championshipchase:1 Though he's finished runner-up four times and is on his way to five, Mark Martin has proven he's one of the best. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 12:25:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive111609:1 Jimmie Johnson won't plan any parties this week, or waste a minute pondering his place in NASCAR history. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:35:53 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-phoenix:1 Brad Keselowski met with top NASCAR officials for about 20 minutes before Sunday's race at Phoenix International Raceway, where the young driver had yet another on-track run-in with Denny Hamlin. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 16:02:45 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-phoenixnotebook:1 Rick Hendrick said Sunday he has no deal to bring IndyCar superstar Danica Patrick to NASCAR, and there's no certainty she'll even be driving stock cars next season. Sun, 15 Nov 2009 14:14:45 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-hendrick-danica:1 Carl Edwards rolled to a dominating win at Phoenix International Speedway that temporarily staved off Kyle Busch's bid to clinch the Nationwide Series title. Sat, 14 Nov 2009 17:04:58 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-phoenixnationwide:1 The record books will list Ron Hornaday as the oldest champion in NASCAR history. But behind the wheel of one of Kevin Harvick's trucks, he feels like a kid again. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 19:59:56 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-phoenix-trucks:1 Martin Truex Jr. bounced back from a midweek NASCAR penalty with a pole-winning run at Phoenix International Raceway. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:25:58 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-phoenixqualifying:1 Kyle Busch missed out on the Chase, but he's still in line for a NASCAR title this weekend. Fri, 13 Nov 2009 06:55:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-kylebusch111309:1 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:38:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive110909:1 He carries a reputation as a cheater, but Chad Knaus is here to tell you nothing could be further from the truth. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 06:44:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-knaus110609:1 When NASCAR changed the rules hours before Sunday's race, it didn't just spark debate, it produced one boring day at Talladega. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 08:30:00 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive110209:1 NASCAR stopped the bumping, at least for a while. Mon, 02 Nov 2009 01:39:42 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-talladega:1 The former attorney for Jeremy Mayfield said he has yet to be paid for defending the suspended NASCAR driver. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 10:31:42 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-mayfield-attorneyfees:1 NASCAR president Mike Helton banned bump-drafting through the turns at Talladega Superspeedway in a stern warning to drivers before Sunday's race. Sun, 01 Nov 2009 09:20:31 PST nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-talladega-warning:1 Jimmie Johnson last started from the pole at Talladega Superspeedway in 2002, as the points leader, lined up next to Mark Martin. Sat, 31 Oct 2009 11:22:44 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-talladegaqualifying:1 Kyle Busch celebrated 12 wins with crew chief Steve Addington, including a comeback victory last year at Talladega Superspeedway. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:53:52 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-kybusch-crewchief:1 Lance McGrew had the interim tag removed from his crew chief title Friday when Hendrick Motorsports said he'll stay with Dale Earnhardt Jr. next season. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 12:48:40 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-earnhardt-mcgrew:1 Juan Pablo Montoya was never upset by the ``taco'' remark that got ESPN announcer Bob Griese suspended. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 10:40:46 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-montoya-grieseremark:1 Richard Petty has a tough decision to make after AJ Allmendinger's DUI. Fri, 30 Oct 2009 07:17:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-petty103009:1 Richard Petty Motorsports is finalizing elements of its 2010 program, beginning this weekend when Elliott Sadler will race a Ford at Talladega Superspeedway. Wed, 28 Oct 2009 11:43:48 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-richardpettymotorsports-2010:1 Kyle Busch will have a new crew chief after this weekend's race at Talladega Superspeedway, with Joe Gibbs Racing replacing Steve Addington on Tuesday after a season that fell far short of expectations. Tue, 27 Oct 2009 09:32:35 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-kybusch-crewchiefchange:1 If not for a mental mistake and a mechanical failure, Denny Hamlin would be in the thick of the championship race. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 10:58:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive102609:1 Rick Hendrick honors 10 lives lost five years ago by continuing to pursue excellence on the track. Thu, 22 Oct 2009 22:48:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-hendrick102209:1 Denny Hamlin was already at home when Jimmie Johnson crossed the finish line for his third victory in five championship races. Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:36:50 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-charlotte:1 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:31:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive101709:1 Dale Earnhardt Jr. says he's ``had enough'' as he rides out the worst season of his NASCAR career. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:59:49 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-earnhardtfrustration:1 Radio chatter between drivers and crew chiefs can get heated, but in the end it has to be productive. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 10:03:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-radioheads101609:1 There's two sides to Jimmie Johnson, the three-time defending champion often perceived to be a stiff, corporate spokesman who has sucked the drama out of NASCAR. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 18:16:47 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-johnson-hbo:1 David Pearson's omission from NASCAR's inaugural Hall of Fame class was a shock to many, including him. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 17:44:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-halloffame101409:1 NASCAR founder Bill France Sr. headlined the five inductees into the first Hall of Fame class, a group that drew mixed reactions to the inclusion of France's son instead of driver David Pearson. Wed, 14 Oct 2009 16:01:52 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,ap:20050301:nascar,article,ap-nascar-halloffame:1 Attempted block and late restart backfire as driver is only left with the feeling of frustration. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:03:00 PDT nascar urn:newsml:sports.yahoo,yhoo:20050301:nascar,article,jf-fryersfive101209:1 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 14:46:49 PST