Well, the rain out meant alot of free time for crews and drivers. It also means more time for reporters to dig for scoops and hopefully get answers to this year's silly season.
So what happened today in the rain...
The driver most generous with his time with the fans today was Robby Gordon. He didn’t just stop to sign autographs—he hung out with the fans, talking, joking, and taking pictures. His season has not been the best, but that man is most fan friendly.
From the garage:
Reports are coming out Truex will either stay at DEI or agree to drive for RCR and the #33 Chevy. The RCR deal looks to be very close, but DEI make make a run at keeping Truex still. As of today, all indications are Truex will head to RCR.
Casey Mears looks to be close to agreeing to drive the #45 Petty Dodge, while Kyle would drive a 3rd Petty Dodge (possibly R&D car, limited schedule).
David Stremme looks to have finally got his wish and will take over the #12 Altell Dodge. Altell will remain, atleast 1 more year.
Lagano still looks to be the easy choise to drive the #20 Home Depot Toyota.
Newman has agreed to drive for Stewart/Haas verbally, but the twist could be RCR, DEI and even GEM could be making a run at Newman:
If Truex stays with DEI, expect RCR to make a hard run for Newman.
If Truex signs with RCR, expect DEI & Bass Pro Shops to go after Newman
If GEM decides not to renew Carpantier in the #10, expect GEM to make a run for Newman.(Possible Valvoline would sponsor and help get Newman).
UPS seems to be a question. Many insist UPS is heading to RCR and the #07 (could change back to #30 or #33 with General Mills be the other) with Clint Bowyer
Some say UPS could end up on the Stewart/Haas #4 with Newman
MWR not happy with Toyota? Even though the performance wasn't there, MWR was Toyota's lead team (mainly because of sponsors UPS, NAPA, Burger King & Domino's Pizza). But now Joe Gibbs Racing has become Toyota's lead team and Red Bull Racing is not far behind (could expand to 3 teams next year or 2010), and Bill Davis Racing has got back inside the Top 35 and is close to adding another team. MWR has fell to the back of Toyota's pack and is on hard times. UPS is rumored to be leaving, Burger King & Domino's left last year and the #00 is outside the Top 35 (made the race at Pocono though). Rumor is MWR is willing to leave Toyota and possibly merge with Ganassi and Dodge. MWR would loose either Reutiman or McDowell if that happened. Both have been rumored to be looking.
Scott Riggs looks to be out at Stewart/Haas.
Most rumors are suppose to be revealed this week or by August 15th.