Dale going to Hendrick. How soon?

By Jim
United States
June 13, 2007 11:06am CST
Dale and Rick both stated that they intend to finish the year as they currently. I don't buy it. Rick also said that there was "no room at the inn." I think that soon, things will be worked out for Dale to switch by Daytona of this year. What do you think? Would it be best for Dale to move now or wait?
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• United States
13 Jun 07
I think he will stay with DEI untill the end of the year. I cant imagine Jr would let his team down and leave before the year is out. But like you said they say things and turn around and do what they sai they are not going to do. Did they say anything about what Kyle Bush might be doing now? I am at work and didnt get to hear anything othere then Jr is going to Hendrick... Keri
• United States
13 Jun 07
Rick and Kyle stated that he had significant offers elsewhere. I bet he ends up at DEI, although someone mentioned he could be good for MWR in a Toyota.
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• United States
13 Jun 07
Owe yes, anything could help Michael Waltrip Inc. right now, I think Kyle would be good for then and also for Michael to step down as a driver would be wise as well. Thanks for the info :) Keri
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@whywiki (6066)
• Canada
13 Jun 07
I miss Micheal Waltrip this year, he is one of the good old boys and I would sure be sad if he stopped driving.
@mfpsassy (2827)
• United States
13 Jun 07
I think he will finish the year out with DEI. It would be hard for his sponsors to pick up and move so quickly. I also don't think DEI will let anyone out of their contracts before then. Kind of like their last stand. DEI thought Jr. was bluffing when he said he would leave, so I don't think they will just let him walk away There is also talk that Hendrick is in negotiations to try and get the rights to the #8 from DEI. We will see how that goes and what NASCAR has to say about it.
• United States
14 Jun 07
Numbers are assigned to each team by NASCAR and they will let them do what they want with it. DEI can give it or sell. Teresa will sell it and get quite a bit for it, I would guess.
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@rusty2rusty (6763)
• Defiance, Ohio
13 Jun 07
I think Jr and hi steam are going to wait. They still have to see if their sponserships are going to follow him or if he needs to get new ones. He has needs to find out if he is still going to drive the number eight car or have to switcch numbers. But I really don't see this as a last stop for Jr. in his career. He said eventually he will be driving the number three later in years.
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@jchampany (1130)
• United States
19 Jun 07
I am really excited about the announcement. I think Dale Jr. being on a team that is doing so well can help him get a championship. I do believe that he is going to be professional about all of it and drive for DEI and possibly drive a little better with his outlook looking brighter.
@pismeof (855)
• United States
13 Jun 07
I think it's best for Dale Earnhardt Jr. to wait.Ever since he made the announcement of his leaving,the D.E.I.cars have been running pretty well.It doesn't seem wise to jump to another organization and screw up a bid at the Race For The Chase by trying to adjust to a new team and owner. Dale wouldn't lose any of the points that his earned thus far this year,but there's always a bit of a learning curve when working for someone else and that could be just enough of a problem to screw up a run at the end of the season . To be quite honest I don't like it anytime a driver fails to honor there contract.What good is a contract if it is meaningless? Unfortunately that is a reflection on our society in general and has an impact on our moral fiber over the years.
• United States
13 Jun 07
Well stated, I think you are exactly right :)
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@bda_rock (135)
• Bermuda
13 Jun 07
If either Jr or Kyle makes the chase, then they will stay in their current seats. If neither do, then I can see changes. My 6 year old Jr fan is thinking of finding a new driver because he can't see why Jr would be friends with Jeffy & JJ...
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