Dale Jr. Hero or Zero? - NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt Jr, Mark Martin

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Dale Jr. Hero or Zero? (Edited 06/23/09 12:05AM by Helen)

Dale Jr is the only Hendricks driver outside the top 12. He is the only Hendricks driver that struggles severly every race.

| Closed on 07/22/09 at 05:00PM
FanIQ Pts? No | NASCAR, Dale Earnhardt Jr, Mark Martin | Multiple Choice Opinion Poll
Teams: Dale Jr
Tagged as: Crashes

Team Breakout:

33 Fans
	1. Out of the Hendricks organization which driver has failed to win a points race. (10 points)
3%	a. Mark Martin
0%	b. Tony Stewart (Hendricks Power and chasis)
15%	c. Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)
9%	d. Ryan Newman (Hendricks Power and Chasis)
6%	e. Jeff Gordon
0%	f. Jimmie Johnson
67%	g. Dale Earnhardt Jr.
	2. When will Rick Hendricks Dissolve his contract with Dale jR? (10 points)
18%	a. End of this season
12%	b. Before the start of the first race of 2010
70%	c. At the end of 2010
	Tiebreaker: Who will Dale jR DRIVE FOR WHEN rICK FIRES HIM?

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TOP COMMENT
#4 \| 138 days ago JrCanuckFan (+)	Let's see. Kesey Kahne just won his first race in 38 tries - is he now a hero and was he a zero? Don't think so. David Reutimann won his first race just a few short days ago, Is he now a hero after being a zero? Doubtful. Jeff Gordon also won just a short time ago. Hero? Or Zero cuz he hasn't repeated? Nope Ryan Newman had an awesomely unbelievable season just a few years ago. After a long drought, he's finally back in the hunt, but hasn't won a race yet. Does that make him a zero? Nope, and if you say so, you aren't a NASCAR Fan. Morgan Shepherd is 70 plus years old and still driving a race car. He hasn't won a race in decades, yet he keeps after it, week after week after week. In my mind, he is one of the biggest heroes out there. Sorry, but it's a non-question.
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#1 \| 138 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	Of course Junyah is my driver, so I cant just let this slide by. Before doing this poll, did you happen to go look up any of the other driver's you have listed, and see how long some of their winless droughts were? Or is this just because Junyah is well, JR??? Racing is not unlike an expansion team in the NFL. 2 years ago Junyah's world had a massive shake up, and he still managed to win a race last year (3 if you count the non points races he also won). They are a team rebuilding, and he has all the tools now. Did anyone reeally think that 3 weeks with a new CC was going to produce miracles?? If ya'll did, then you dont know a lot about rebuilding, and getting to know the "team" you are working with, all over, from scratch. I certainly didn't, but I have listened each week on the radio, and the communication is better than it has EVER been, and they are fine tuning things, and I definitely expect to see some positive results before the end of the year. Hero?????????? Hardly, nor do I think he wants to be. Zero? Again hardly, nor will he ever be, as the stats he already has amassed are better than half the drivers on the track. It is the "Earnhardt" factor that rears its head in these polls. If his name was , oh say, J J Yeley or Johnny Sauter would you even care??? I dont think there would even be a poll to answer....LOL 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#2 \| 138 days ago JRSFLAME88 (+)	I agree with every thing AndiLee said! Remember the days when it seemed Jeff Gordon was winning every race? How is he doing now? Yes, Jr is going thru a rough patch right now, and I'm not saying that he will ever be one of the greatest drivers of all time but I promise you this JR WILL BE IN NASCAR HISTORY years from now! 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#3 \| 138 days ago JRSFLAME88 (+)	This is one of my favorite posters that I own! Read it.....everyone has their hero....JR IS MINE! 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#4 \| 138 days ago JrCanuckFan (+)	Let's see. Kesey Kahne just won his first race in 38 tries - is he now a hero and was he a zero? Don't think so. David Reutimann won his first race just a few short days ago, Is he now a hero after being a zero? Doubtful. Jeff Gordon also won just a short time ago. Hero? Or Zero cuz he hasn't repeated? Nope Ryan Newman had an awesomely unbelievable season just a few years ago. After a long drought, he's finally back in the hunt, but hasn't won a race yet. Does that make him a zero? Nope, and if you say so, you aren't a NASCAR Fan. Morgan Shepherd is 70 plus years old and still driving a race car. He hasn't won a race in decades, yet he keeps after it, week after week after week. In my mind, he is one of the biggest heroes out there. Sorry, but it's a non-question.
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#5 \| 137 days ago das3cr (+)	I think they summed it all up nicely.
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#6 \| 137 days ago wlfpkgrl83 (+)	das3cr wrote: I think they summed it all up nicely. I agree, this poll had me fuming ... Andilee took care of that one lol Nice Job
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#7 \| 137 days ago dupontprincess (+)	(Edited by dupontprincess) AndiLee0388 wrote: Of course Junyah is my driver, so I cant just let this slide by. Before doing this poll, did you happen to go look up any of the other driver's you have listed, and see how long some of their winless droughts were? Or is this just because Junyah is well, JR??? Racing is not unlike an expansion team in the NFL. 2 years ago Junyah's world had a massive shake up, and he still managed to win a race last year (3 if you count the non points races he also won). They are a team rebuilding, and he has all the tools now. Did anyone reeally think that 3 weeks with a new CC was going to produce miracles?? If ya'll did, then you dont know a lot about rebuilding, and getting to know the "team" you are working with, all over, from scratch. I certainly didn't, but I have listened each week on the radio, and the communication is better than it has EVER been, and they are fine tuning things, and I definitely expect to see some positive results before the end of the year. Hero?????????? Hardly, nor do I think he wants to be. Zero? Again hardly, nor will he ever be, as the stats he already has amassed are better than half the drivers on the track. It is the "Earnhardt" factor that rears its head in these polls. If his name was , oh say, J J Yeley or Johnny Sauter would you even care??? I dont think there would even be a poll to answer....LOL My Point exactly!! The Name "Earnhardt" and the "Earnhardt Factor" as you refer to it ALWAYSSSSSSSSSSSS comes into play no matter what the circumstance is. Jr has done NOTHING with a CAPITAL N for a longggggggggg time and yet everyone worships this guy and why?? Again...Its the "Earnhardt Factor" "Jr Nation" has to realize that Jr will never fill his daddys shoes and yet I think that why alot of of Sr fan jumped to Jrs bandwagon because of the "Earnhardt Factor" As you stated... if any other driver such as JJ Yeley or Johnny Sauter has been having a year like "Mr Golden Boy Jr" has been having for the last couple years NO ONE WOULD CARE....Everyone needs to see Jr for what he is and not what they want him to be....Everyone needs to stop and think that he may not be the great driver everyone thinks he is. Excuse me if i dont roll out the red carpet for him because honestly I think there are alot more driver more worthy of the attention that Jr gets and doesnt deserve half the time. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#8 \| 137 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	dupontprincess wrote: My Point exactly!! The Name "Earnhardt" and the "Earnhardt Factor" as you refer to it ALWAYSSSSSSSSSSSS comes into play no matter what the circumstance is. Jr has done NOTHING with a CAPITAL N for a longggggggggg time and yet everyone worships this guy and why?? Again...Its the "Earnhardt Factor" "Jr Nation" has to realize that Jr will never fill his daddys shoes and yet I think that why alot of of Sr fan jumped to Jrs bandwagon because of the "Earnhardt Factor" As you stated... if any other driver such as JJ Yeley or Johnny Sauter has been having a year like "Mr Golden Boy Jr" has been having for the last couple years NO ONE WOULD CARE....Everyone needs to see Jr for what he is and not what they want him to be....Everyone needs to stop and think that he may not be the great driver everyone thinks he is. Excuse me if i dont roll out the red carpet for him because honestly I think there are alot more driver more worthy of the attention that Jr gets and doesnt deserve half the time. Did Junior ever EVER ask for any of it??? All the kid wanted to do was drive............. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#9 \| 137 days ago dupontprincess (+)	(Edited by dupontprincess) I will agree with that...all HE wanted to do was drive...not try to fill a pair of shoes too big for him...and he has tried to drive....he has had multiple opportunites to drive and the end result has always been the same. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#10 \| 137 days ago Diablorain (+)	this poll isn't worth my time 1. Jeff Gordon 2. Before the start of the first race of 2010
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#11 \| 137 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	dupontprincess wrote: I will agree with that...all HE wanted to do was drive...not try to fill a pair of shoes too big for him...and he has tried to drive....he has had multiple opportunites to drive and the end result has always been the same. I will agree to disagree....especially seeing as who your driver is..LOL. Not everyone is destined for stardom, and Jr never said he was there to fill anyones shoes...the fans are who expected that. As for his results always having been the same..please refer to the other thread posted by Pat about him not making the Chase, cos I am too tired to post the stats again. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#12 \| 133 days ago richjames41 (+)	i totally agree with Andilee also 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#13 \| 133 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	TY Rich....I am just as over the Junyah bashing as I am the Kyle bashing. How's that thing go about he who casts the first stone??? LOL 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#14 \| 133 days ago hard2pass24 (+)	Here we are going on the 17th race of the season, and the "fans choice" is still struggling to maintain his composer. He has the most fans, the best equipment and the backing and access to the best information known to NASCAR. Yet, every week he falls further and further back in the standings? Is it "The Team or is it Junior?" I vote he needs to re-examine his racing "Roots" and make a choice....be the" Favorite" or "Drive the Damn Thing like you STOLE IT!!!!!!!!!!" I'm not against Dale Jr. He drives for my (27 year long following) team. He could be one of the best if he would quit being "Bullied by the Media" All other active Hendricks drivers are pulling their weight....Do you think Jr. is realy driving at his Apex? NOT!!!!!!!
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#15 \| 133 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	(Edited by AndiLee0388) hard2pass24 wrote: Here we are going on the 17th race of the season, and the "fans choice" is still struggling to maintain his composer. He has the most fans, the best equipment and the backing and access to the best information known to NASCAR. Yet, every week he falls further and further back in the standings? Is it "The Team or is it Junior?" I vote he needs to re-examine his racing "Roots" and make a choice....be the" Favorite" or "Drive the Damn Thing like you STOLE IT!!!!!!!!!!" I'm not against Dale Jr. He drives for my (27 year long following) team. He could be one of the best if he would quit being "Bullied by the Media" All other active Hendricks drivers are pulling their weight....Do you think Jr. is realy driving at his Apex? NOT!!!!!!! No he isnt..but all the things that you have mentioned came at different intervals for him, as far as best team,best equipment, best information....and you forgot that he just now 4 weeks ago, got someone that can teach him how to assemble all that as a whole. I am not dissin Tony Eury Jr, but I have listened to those 2 for many years, they talked at each other. Tony bowed down to Junyah..McGrew does not. He is teaching Junyah how to describe the car, better than I have ever heard Junyah do it... HE doesnt ask Junyah what he wants him to do..he asks how the car is and then TELLS Junyah what he is going to do..Give them another month together...I am betting they start coming on!! He has been at Hendricks what, 2 years???? Each year another piece was added...I do believe he now has all the pieces..but WTH do I know, I am sitting in my house, and they dont pay me for my opinion. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#16 \| 133 days ago towerman (+)	june bug will go back home to DEI at the end of the Hendricks contract. 1. Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis) 2. At the end of 2010
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#17 \| 132 days ago hard2pass24 (+)	As before, I stand my ground and have made my point! I'm not trashing Dale Jr. on his ability, I'm trashing him on his decision to leave his Fathers dynasty, one that was created for his "ENTIRE" Family. Jr. thought he should control something he had little involvement in building DEI. After he grows-up a little and realizes where his "Roots" lie....I feel Dale Earnhardt Jr. will be the champion his Dad helped groomed him to be! Thanks to all the Dale fans for helping NASCAR grow! My hats off to TOWERMAN, for knowing the direction of a champion!
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#18 \| 132 days ago Diablorain (+)	hard2pass24 wrote: Here we are going on the 17th race of the season, and the "fans choice" is still struggling to maintain his composer. He has the most fans, the best equipment and the backing and access to the best information known to NASCAR. Yet, every week he falls further and further back in the standings? Is it "The Team or is it Junior?" I vote he needs to re-examine his racing "Roots" and make a choice....be the" Favorite" or "Drive the Damn Thing like you STOLE IT!!!!!!!!!!" I'm not against Dale Jr. He drives for my (27 year long following) team. He could be one of the best if he would quit being "Bullied by the Media" All other active Hendricks drivers are pulling their weight....Do you think Jr. is realy driving at his Apex? NOT!!!!!!! the thing is that the pressure that is on him makes it hard for him to go out and race his heart out....NASCAR is all about sponsorship money now...and if he does something wrong the sponsors will be all over his back...i to am tired of all the hooblah about Junior...let the guy drive and at the end of his career you can make assumptions about him...whether or not you think he is worthless or overrated or what have you...i for one love the guy whether or not he wins again or not 1. Jeff Gordon 2. Before the start of the first race of 2010
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#19 \| 132 days ago Diablorain (+)	i am not sure that will happen...it has been in the rumor mill that Truex will be leaving this next year for MWR...and so that only leaves Juan Pablo Montoya....Bass Pro Shops will leave with Truex as well...but i do see Jr racing for his own team kinda like Stewart is....thats what was predicted for Keselowski...that he would drive for Juniors team if he brings it up from Nationwide or Keselowski will drive a 3rd SHR car 1. Jeff Gordon 2. Before the start of the first race of 2010
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#20 \| 132 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	Call me carzy, I have been saying this since Junyah left DEI..Look for some kind of partnership between JRM and SHR. Smoke and Junyah have many ties! 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#21 \| 132 days ago Diablorain (+)	that would be a GREAT team if Smoke and Junior got together and had a team together... 1. Jeff Gordon 2. Before the start of the first race of 2010
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#22 \| 132 days ago hard2pass24 (+)	Dale Jr. would make a great asset to Stewart Haus Racing! Again, Smoke now being an" owner" would still expect better results from Jr. Look at Smoke and Rocket Mans Stats for their first year "In business" They are "Do or Die" drivers just as Dale Sr. was. They have the "killer" instinct......does Jr.?
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#23 \| 132 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	Honestly, and just not as a Junyah fan..I truly believe he does..now that his life is settliing down,.maybe he can show that again 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#24 \| 128 days ago cuddles127017 (+)	I wish only the best for Jr and hope he gets his act together real soon. 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#25 \| 122 days ago SunnyDay (+)	Neither.... he is just an 'also ran'. He shows none of the desire nor the fire to be a winner. If he wants more could he obtain it? Good question - nothing he has done so gives any indication one way or the other.... as for some of you who compared him in any way to Jeff Gordon, that almost made me spit coffee all over my computer. Totally ridiculous! Theyere is what - only 3 years differance in age and all you have to do it glance at their stats to see how stupid any comparison is! Get real folks! Wishin' don't make it so! 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#26 \| 121 days ago 24fan (+)	Jr. still has 3yrs. left with Hendrick
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#27 \| 121 days ago uhad2again (+)	JRSFLAME88 wrote: This is one of my favorite posters that I own! Read it.....everyone has their hero....JR IS MINE! Gotta ya and it is one of the best posters I've seen.
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#28 \| 113 days ago BudweiserNine (+)	Jr is and will always be a big fat goose egg. (my opinion) Sometimes I wish I could just sit there and tell everyone my daddy is Dale Earnhardt Sr., then watch the millions of buck$ pour in. Must be nice not have to do anything. 1. Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis) 2. At the end of 2010

#29 \| 113 days ago BudweiserNine (+)	Diablorain wrote: this poll isn't worth my time If this poll isn't worth your time then why did you take the time to answer it? and comment about it? 1. Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis) 2. At the end of 2010
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#30 \| 112 days ago AndiLee0388 (+)	(Edited by AndiLee0388) BudweiserNine wrote: If this poll isn't worth your time then why did you take the time to answer it? and comment about it? Great way to win friends and influence people.... 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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#31 \| 112 days ago 24fan (+)	WHY IS IT EVERY ONE SAYING RICK IS GOING TO FIRE JR . JR,S FAMILY AND RICK GO BACK 25YRS.
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#32 \| 112 days ago nascarguru (+)	24fan wrote: WHY IS IT EVERY ONE SAYING RICK IS GOING TO FIRE JR . JR,S FAMILY AND RICK GO BACK 25YRS. i think some one lost his freakin mind and got bored to death , soap opera is back at the Q
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#33 \| 112 days ago nascarguru (+)	I think Tereasa caused him to have a set back , but that is my opinion , I dont think he will pick back up until he gets over it
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#34 \| 112 days ago 24fan (+)	nascarguru wrote: I think Tereasa caused him to have a set back , but that is my opinion , I dont think he will pick back up until he gets over it DUDE I THINK YOUR RIGHT
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#35 \| 109 days ago yellowrose0072 (+)	I'm hope that this year will be his year to win n win many, so good luck to you Dale 1. Dale Earnhardt Jr. 2. At the end of 2010
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Answer Breakdown

Answers are sorted in reverse chronological order

			10 pts	10 pts
#	Name	FanIQ	Q1	Q2
33	yellowrose0072 07/21/2009 03:23PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
32	Jahiegel 07/21/2009 02:04PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
31	rtarasu_sathya 07/18/2009 11:40PM		Ryan Newman (Hendricks Power and Chasis)	Before the start of the first race of 2010
30	simpsonwife3 07/18/2009 06:07PM		Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)	At the end of 2010
29	livingforjesusin07 07/18/2009 01:24PM		Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)	End of this season
28	BudweiserNine 07/17/2009 10:40PM		Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)	At the end of 2010
27	Erl_Darehardt 07/11/2009 12:48PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
26	qtowndogg 07/10/2009 03:37PM		Jeff Gordon	End of this season
25	mitchworkman20 07/09/2009 05:25PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
24	Diablorain 07/09/2009 10:43AM		Jeff Gordon	Before the start of the first race of 2010
23	SunnyDay 07/08/2009 04:47PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
22	craign123 07/07/2009 06:35PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
21	tndodger 07/07/2009 05:47PM		Ryan Newman (Hendricks Power and Chasis)	At the end of 2010
20	veljam1 07/04/2009 10:17AM		Mark Martin	At the end of 2010
19	cuddles127017 07/02/2009 07:22PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
18	shadyg24 06/28/2009 02:01PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	End of this season
17	d29point9 06/28/2009 10:33AM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
16	Anthonyg7575 06/28/2009 10:32AM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
15	towerman 06/27/2009 10:44PM		Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)	At the end of 2010
14	nettletonjoel 06/27/2009 05:46PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	End of this season
13	richjames41 06/27/2009 02:26PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
12	kasey_lily 06/27/2009 07:43AM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
11	ILoveSmoke 06/26/2009 11:15PM		Ryan Newman (Hendricks Power and Chasis)	At the end of 2010
10	Demis 06/26/2009 02:48PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
9	maramones 06/23/2009 07:57PM		Brad Kevolouski (hendricks Power and Chasis)	Before the start of the first race of 2010
8	dupontprincess 06/23/2009 05:52PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
7	SaintDrew 06/23/2009 03:43PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	End of this season
6	suzannedavis16 06/22/2009 11:23PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	Before the start of the first race of 2010
5	ImmortallEyesz 06/22/2009 11:01PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	End of this season
4	JRSFLAME88 06/22/2009 09:22PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
3	HeatherJoy777 06/22/2009 08:35PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
2	AndiLee0388 06/22/2009 07:59PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010
1	akaneo2003 06/22/2009 07:47PM		Dale Earnhardt Jr.	At the end of 2010