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Carl Edwards explains real reasons for leaving NASCAR in 2016

Carl Edwards is setting the record straight when it comes to why he left NASCAR following the 2016 Cup Series season. While speaking to reporters on Thursday (per Jeff Gluck of The Athletic), Edwards, who has been inducted into the NASCAR Hall of Fame, revealed the three reasons he retired from the sport.

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Joey Logano in desperate need of a big performance in St. Louis

Not only is Logano yet to win a race in 2024, but he currently sits outside of the playoff picture altogether.

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Kyle Busch News / 5 GOATs / 6 minutes ago

Kyle Busch stressing over 20-year win streak amid winless drought

Kyle Busch knows he needs to win a race soon to keep his 20-year win streak alive. The NASCAR star spoke to Bob Pockrass of Fox Sports on Thursday and was asked about possibly not making the playoffs.

Kyle Larson News / 5 GOATs / 6 minutes ago

Kyle Larson reflects on Indy 500 experience over last month

Kyle Larson enjoyed his time preparing for the Indy 500 and is ready to take another shot at it in the foreseeable future. The NASCAR star appeared at

Denny Hamlin News / 5 GOATs / 9 minutes ago

Denny Hamlin admits surprise to NASCAR calling Coca-Cola 600, sides with fans

Denny Hamlin expected to be back on the track and continue the Coca-Cola 600 after NASCAR suspended the race due to weather. On his Actions Detrimental podcast, Hamlin said he was surprised to see NASCAR call the race with 151 laps remaining.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 0 minutes ago

Dale Earnhardt Jr. weighs in on Kyle Larson’s decision to run Indy 500, miss Coca-Cola 600 after double failed

The NASCAR world is abuzz with what the organization should do with superstar driver Kyle Larson following his attempted double on Sunday between the Indy 500 and the Coca-Cola 600, with Larson unable to start the Cup Series event.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 6 minutes ago

Kevin Harvick illustrates the NASCAR dilemma in aftermath of Ricky Stenhouse Jr., Kyle Busch fight

A recent fight between Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Busch following a race has generated considerable controversy, not the least of which has stemmed from the idea that NASCAR is simultaneously fining one of the participants while also promoting the fight itself.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 8 minutes ago

Kevin Harvick weighs in on Denny Hamlin, Chris Buescher pit stall dust-up

The Coca Cola 600 was cut short due to weather over the weekend on Sunday, but not before plenty of drama was allowed to unfold. Some of it included a pit stall showdown between Chris Buescher and Denny Hamlin.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 12 hours ago

Joey Logano clears the air on his Kyle Larson waiver take that drew criticism

The hot topic around NASCAR in the past few days has been the status of a potential waiver for Kyle Larson, who missed a start in last week’s Coca Cola 600 because of weather delays at the Indy 500.

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 12 hours ago

Ricky Stenhouse Jr. crew chief Mike Kelley claps back at Kyle Larson critics

The last week was a crazy one for superstar Kyle Larson, who made his debut in the Indianapolis 500 before trying to fly back to Charlotte in time to catch the end of the Coca Cola 600.

NASCAR News / Field Level Media / 14 hours ago

FRM expanding to 3 full-time Cup Series entries in '25

Front Row Motorsports will have three chartered cars in the NASCAR Cup Series next year, it was announced Wednesday. Two cars -- Ford Mustang Dark Horses

NASCAR News / 5 GOATs / 13 hours ago

Denny Hamlin unhappy with lack of punishment for Kyle Busch for doing same thing NASCAR penalized him for

Critics of NASCAR’s punishment following a dust-up between Ricky Stenhouse Jr. and Kyle Busch a little over a week ago remain at odds with how the governing body handled the situation, including driver Denny Hamlin.

Christopher Bell News / 5 GOATs / 13 hours ago

Christopher Bell says he learned he won Coca-Cola 600 after waking up from nap

Christopher Bell just woke up from a nap when he learned that he won the Coca-Cola 600 on Sunday night. The NASCAR driver recently appeared on the Dale Jr.

Clint Bowyer News / Larry Brown Sports / 17 hours ago

Veteran driver set to make NASCAR return after four years off

Clint Bowyer hasn't driven in a NASCAR race since 2020.

NASCAR team announces it will expand, run three Cup Series cars in 2025

NASCAR's St. Louis trip might be what Kyle Busch needs to save his season

Championship-winning NASCAR team to shut down after 2024 season

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 19 hours ago

How it all went wrong for Stewart-Haas Racing

In 2020, Stewart-Haas Racing was one race away from competing for a NASCAR Cup Series championship. In 2025, Stewart-Haas Racing will not exist.

Stubbs: Stewart-Haas closure should serve as cautionary tale

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NASCAR News / Yardbarker / 20 hours ago

NASCAR team announces it will expand, run three Cup Series cars in 2025

A day after Stewart-Haas Racing announced its closure at the end of the 2024 season, one of its charters has likely found a new home.

NASCAR's St. Louis trip might be what Kyle Busch needs to save his season

Stewart-Haas Racing makes stunning announcement on its NASCAR future

Championship-winning NASCAR team to shut down after 2024 season

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NASCAR News / Field Level Media / 22 hours ago

Stubbs: Stewart-Haas closure should serve as cautionary tale

For a team that has enjoyed so much success over the past 15 years, the news that Stewart-Haas Racing will shut down following the 2024 season sent shockwaves through the sport.

NASCAR News / Larry Brown Sports / May 28