Dale Earnhardt Jr., Amy Reimann confirm NYE wedding

The couple planned to marry this offseason.

NASCAR signs Monster Energy to replace Sprint as title sponsor for top series

NASCAR searched two years for a replacement for outgoing series sponsor Sprint.

Check out Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s paint scheme for 2017

Hendrick Motorsports and Nationwide revealed the No. 88 paint scheme that will be run for the majority of the 2017 season.

Clint Bowyer sues former race team for $2.2 million

Clint Bowyer has sued HScott Motorsports, alleging the team owes him more than $2.2 million. The team calls the lawsuit frivolous.

Jimmie Johnson gives Tony Stewart the ultimate collectible

Tony Stewart, who has an impressive collection of more than 200 race helmets, now has the ultimate addition — Jimmie Johnson's helmet from JJ's seventh championship.

No offseason: Dale Earnhardt Jr. plans to be in car for lots of testing before Daytona

It will be 232 days since Dale Earnhardt Jr. was in a Cup race when he wheels the No. 88 Chevrolet in the 2017 Daytona 500.

Dillon living up to the No. 3?

The iconic No. 3 finished its third season in NASCAR Sunday since returning to the sport following Dale Earnhardt's death.

NASCAR championship: Carl Edwards, Joey Logano explain their sides of fiery wreck

Carl Edwards and Joey Logano were involved in a championship-changing wreck with 10 laps remaining in Sunday's title race.

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Richard Petty congratulate 'badass' Jimmie Johnson on 7th title

Dale Earnhardt Jr. and sister Kelley offer congratulations to Jimmie Johnson on behalf of their father for his record-tying championship.

NASCAR championship: Joey Logano experiences Chase heartbreak yet again

Since the Chase debuted three seasons ago, it's been an emotional roller-coaster for Joey Logano.

Jimmie Johnson wins 7th NASCAR title in wild finish to join Dale Earnhardt, Richard Petty

Jimmie Johnson had never won at Homestead-Miami Speedway until Sunday's season finale.

NASCAR championship: Carl Edwards wrecks out of title hopes in fiery restart

Carl Edwards saw his hopes of a first NASCAR championship go up in smoke after a wreck on a restart with 10 laps remaining.

NASCAR championship: Kyle Busch makes unscheduled pit stop for nonexistent flat tire

Kyle Busch's hopes to repeat as NASCAR's Sprint Cup champion took a big hit just over halfway in Sunday's season finale

Richard Petty says there's no way to compare himself with Dale Earnhardt, Jimmie Johnson

Jimmie Johnson can join The King and The Intimidator as the only Cup drivers to win seven championships.

NASCAR championship: Jimmie Johnson to start from the rear for unapproved modifications

Johnson qualified 14th but will move to 40th before the green flag waves.

France OK with poor ratings

Sunday's race at Phoenix was the 11th straight Cup race to hit a multi-year low in ratings and viewership.

Tony Stewart's helmet for his final NASCAR race is beautiful

For his last race, Stewart will drive a special black and gray "Smoke" paint scheme as well as a unique helmet paying tribute to his career.

Daniel Suarez leans on life lessons to win NASCAR Xfinity Series championship

The champ came to the U.S. from Mexico five years ago not knowing English and needing to learn a lot about being a winning driver. He has mastered both tasks.

Cole Whitt explains Xfinity final championship restart that Erik Jones found 'disrespectful'

Erik Jones wanted an explanation for why Cole Whitt didn't pit with the leaders late in the Xfinity Series season finale. Whitt gave reporters his response.

Daniel Suárez becomes first international driver to win NASCAR championship

Daniel Suárez's barrier-breaking season ended with a championship.

Jimmie Johnson claims Homestead win is his sole focus, not Petty and Earnhardt

Being a six-time Sprint Cup champion didn't come easy for Jimmie Johnson. The quest to win No. 7 has been equally as challenging.

NASCAR championship at Homestead: Kyle Busch can make Cup history

Kyle Busch has come a long way since his wreck at the start of the 2015 season. A win Sunday would put him in elite company among NASCAR's greatest drivers.

NASCAR championship at Homestead: Joey Logano knows he's ready for a Cup

Joey Logano's career journey, which has brought him to another berth in the Sprint Cup Championship 4, has been interesting. His main goal this year is to do what he was unable to do in 2014 and 2015: win the title.

Johnny Sauter claims Camping World Truck Series title; William Byron gets record 7th win

Sauter's third-place finish was enough to get him the trophy. Byron, meanwhile, capped an outstanding rookie season with another victory.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Gatorade releases video in support of Jimmie Johnson

Johnson will be driving for a record-tying seventh championship Sunday.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. pointing toward return at Daytona 500, Rick Hendrick says

Earnhardt, 42, said last month "we're booking things as normal" ahead of the 2017 season.

NASCAR Chase final round: Schedule, times, TV info at Homestead-Miami

It's championship weekend at Homestead-Miami Speedway with titles on the line in the Sprint Cup, Xfinity and Trucks series.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Why Kyle Busch can repeat

Kyle Busch is looking to become just the 11th driver in series history to repeat as title-holder.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Track history gives Carl Edwards big advantage

If we’re going strictly by statistics at Homestead, then advantage Carl Edwards.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Why Joey Logano can win first title

Over the past three seasons, Joey Logano's seven wins in 29 Chase races tops all drivers.

NASCAR Sprint Cup championship: Vegas odds, history point in Jimmie Johnson's favor

Jimmie Johnson is favored to win another championship, tying only Richard Petty and Dale Earnhardt as drivers to win seven times.

See Tony Stewart's paint scheme for final NASCAR race

Stewart will drive a car with a special paint scheme carrying each SHR employee's signature with the words “Always a Racer, Forever a Champion."

In-car audio at Phoenix: Matt Kenseth wouldn't help Kyle Busch, resulting in OT dive-bomb

Kyle Busch did what he had to do by wrecking JGR teammate Matt Kenseth to advance to the Championship 4 in the Chase.

Miami Zoo cheetah predicts 2016 NASCAR champion

Koda, an endangered cheetah from South Africa, picks the winner of the Sprint Cup championship.

WATCH: Carl Edwards, Kyle Busch discuss what they daydream about while racing

Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards visited “The Dan Patrick Show” on Tuesday to discuss the final race of the season, among other things.

Joey Logano loses wedding ring in victory lane

Joey Logano was elated after winning the Can-Am 500 at Phoenix, until he discovered he had lost his wedding ring in victory lane.

Joey Logano wins wild overtime finish at Phoenix to clinch Chase championship appearance

Joey Logano and Kyle Busch advance to the championship race in Homestead after a wild overtime finish at Phoenix-International Raceway.

Sprint Cup Chase at Homestead-Miami: Schedule, times, TV info for Ford EcoBoost 400

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Kyle Busch won last year's race to win the Sprint Cup title.

Phoenix starting lineup: Alex Bowman has pole, Joey Logano leads Chase drivers

Check out the starting lineup for the penultimate race of the NASCAR season.

NASCAR tripleheader preview

Complete schedule you need to know about this weekend's NASCAR tripleheader at Phoenix.

NASCAR awards show Dec. 2; Sting to headline musical acts

NASCAR's awards show includes postseason awards and entertainment.

Brian Scott retiring at age 28; rookie Sprint Cup driver turning attention to family

This was Brian Scott's first and only season as a full-time Sprint Cup driver, spent with Richard Petty Motorsports.

Chasing Homestead: What drivers must do to secure place in Sprint Cup championship race

Kurt Busch must win at Phoenix to reach the Chase championship race. He isn't alone.

Carl Edwards wins rain-shortened Texas race, secures berth in Chase final

Rain plagues race day at Texas, and a final shower brings the AAA Texas 500 to an end. Carl Edwards leads the final 36 laps and wins when NASCAR calls the race on Lap 293.

Chase standings tight as six drivers battle for two championship spots

Six drivers are fighting for two remaining spots in the championship race of the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Danica Patrick among NASCAR drivers reacting to Donald Trump presidential victory

Here's what some Sprint Cup drivers post on social media after Donald Trump pulls the biggest surprise in presidential election history.

Sprint Cup Chase at Homestead: Schedule, times, TV info for Ford EcoBoost 400

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Homestead-Miami Speedway. Kyle Busch won last year's race to win the Sprint Cup title.

Joey Logano's crew chief fined $10K for lug-nut violation

Joey Logano's No. 22 was found to have only 19 of 20 lug nuts secured following his runner-up finish to Carl Edwards in Sunday's AAA 500.

Sports world reacts to election of Donald Trump as U.S. president

Trump beat former first lady and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton in an election that began Tuesday morning and lasted into Wednesday.

Carl Edwards, Denny Hamlin work to turn close calls into Cup title

Carl Edwards knows he has another shot at the championship; Denny Hamlin still needs to lock into the championship race.

Which drivers are leading in Most Popular Driver voting? You might be surprised

Check out the top 10 drivers in the voting to date.

Austin Dillon angry, Kevin Harvick apologetic after Texas incident

Austin Dillon was not pleased with Kevin Harvick for wrecking him at Texas.

Sprint Cup results at Texas: Carl Edwards wins, locks into Chase finale

Rain stops the AAA Texas 500 before its full run and hands victory to Carl Edwards.

Tire explodes, injures pit crew member after Paul Menard's car spins

The tire reportedly exploded after it was taken off Paul Menard's car and over the wall.

As weather threat ends, tire trouble arises as Texas field chases Joey Logano

Always tricky, Texas was providing major challenges for Sprint Cup drivers in a critical race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Shortened race at Texas? Problematic, but not first or worst for Cup Chase

If NASCAR couldn't take its Texas race the full 500 miles, it might have a problem seldom seen in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

NBC analysts Dale Jarrett, Kyle Petty add personal touch to concussion debate

Dale Jarrett and Kyle Petty understand NASCAR in unique ways - which broadens their debates on issues in the sport today.

Rain delays start of Texas Sprint Cup Chase race; long, long day after short storm

NASCAR just can't seem to escape race-day rainfall.

Rain delay to move Texas race from NBC to NBCSN

Rain was delaying the Sprint Cup race at Texas Motor Speedway late into the afternoon.

Jimmie Johnson hungers for Cup title to match Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt

As he prepares for Nov. 20's championship race, Jimmie Johnson knows what's ahead, who he challenges and how he is perceived. His only concern: Win.

Let's go Chasing at Texas: Stars, cars and (dang it) sprinkles for NASCAR show

Welcome to the eight's race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Chase Elliott has backup driver on standby for Texas Cup race

Chase Elliott is attempting the race at Texas despite battling flu-like symptoms.

Texas starting lineup: Austin Dillon has pole position; Joey Logano tops Chase drivers

Austin Dillon, who was eliminated from the Chase before the Round of 8, will lead the field Sunday in the Texas AAA 500.

Matt DiBenedetto out with concussion; Jeffrey Earnhardt called in as replacement

A crash in Saturday's Xfinity Series race leaves Matt DiBenedetto concussed.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. pulled over after 'wheeling it' in Buick

Dale Earnhardt Jr., a/k/a "little speed racer," apparently was let off with a warning.

Daniel Suarez takes Xfinity Chase lead in race dominated by Sprint Cup drivers

Two races into the Round of 8, Daniel Suarez is one point ahead of Elliott Sadler. Kyle Larson wins at Texas, Brad Keselowski dominates and the Xfinity Chase standings are revised.

Johnson, Harvick or Hamlin, Chase drivers must master mental side of racing

There's more to managing these final races than just building fast cars. Jeff Burton has been through it, suffered and knows the trials Cup contenders face.

HScott Motorsports charter could be next available in sale for 2017 season

Owner Harry Scott has lost both this season's drivers and their sponsors, making him ponder his future in Sprint Cup.

Xfinity starting lineup at Texas: Erik Jones begins ahead of Chase challengers

Brad Keselowski will start from pole position, but all eyes at Texas will be on eight drivers bidding for a berth in the Chase championship race.

Kevin Harvick qualifies well, faces bumpy road at Texas to make Chase finale

Starting third is good, and Kevin Harvick needs the best finish he can muster at Texas.

Denny Hamlin hit by penalty ahead of Chase's Texas AAA 500

After a mediocre qualifying, Denny Hamlin forfeits ability to select the best available pit stall.

Johnny Sauter wins Texas Truck race with late pass; second win in two races

Passing Matt Crafton with two laps left, Johnny Sauter pulled away to win his second consecutive race in the inaugural NASCAR Camping World Truck Series Chase.

NASCAR entry in Texas Sprint Cup race touts presidential candidate

What better place to campaign for Donald Trump than at Texas Motor Speedway during Sunday's NASCAR Sprint Cup race?

Racing against teammates keeps getting tougher as Chase field narrows

Joe Gibbs Racing's drivers have worked together all season - but someone's not going to be racing for the title.

Bad news early for Kyle Busch: Practice damage forces him to bring out backup car

Kyle Busch double-taps the wall in practice.

Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s Xfinity operation expands, adds Michael Annett for 2017

JR Motorsports will have four, and at times five cars in the NASCAR subseries next season. Michael Annett is leaving HScott Motorsports.

Texas challenges Chasers with unique aspects of fast, banked track

Chase for the Sprint Cup contenders head to Texas with different scenarios, but common goal — win and advance.

Matt Tifft feel-good story gets happy update: full-time Xfinity ride for 2017

Just month after brain surgery, 20-year-old Matt Tifft is handed the keys to a Joe Gibbs Racing car for the full 2017 season.

Sprint Cup Chase at Texas: Schedule, times, TV info for AAA Texas 500

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks, Xfinity and Sprint Cup Series races at Texas Motor Speedway. Jimmie Johnson, who won Sunday at Martinsville, is the defending Sprint Cup champ.

Texas Chase scenarios include spoilers; Joey Logano's fate hangs in balance

Jimmie Johnson will enter Sunday race as a favorite, which means Joey Logano and others must either beat him or stay on his bumper.

Sponsorships an open tap for drivers, teams; not so for NASCAR's top series

Busch re-ups with Kevin Harvick in the latest sponsorship announcement. When will Sprint's replacement arrive?

Tony Stewart's final go-round at Texas will include tribute, trouble

Tony Stewart knows how to win at this week's Sprint Cup track. He seeks his 50th career victory while trying to get two of his drivers into the Chase championship race.

Denny Hamlin's biggest failure at Martinsville? Caught twice in inspection process

Chase driver Denny Hamlin heads to Texas with a warning from NASCAR.

NASCAR heads to Texas for weekend of racing; rain won't be a factor

Cup, Xfinity and Truck series races should go off at Texas without a hitch or the need for well-used track-drying machines.

Kurt Busch, Carl Edwards, Kevin Harvick in Chase trouble heading to Texas

Carl Edwards hit the wall. Kevin Harvick and Kurt Busch struggle. After their Martinsville mishaps, all three need big recoveries starting Sunday to stay in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Trevor Bayne's primary sponsor extends deal with Roush-Fenway Racing

At 26, Trevor Bayne is having his best season.

NASCAR legend Robert Yates has liver cancer; his engines powered championship

A NASCAR Hall of Fame nominee, Robert Yates was a Cup-winning team owner in 1999.

Can NASCAR fans stand seeing Jimmie Johnson win a seventh championship?

Dale Earnhardt and Richard Petty are stock car racing icons, and Jimmie Johnson could match their seven championships. Yet despite his success, Johnson is far from venerated.

NASCAR at 'an advanced stage' in talks to replace Sprint as title sponsor

A NASCAR official says the sanctioning body is taking its time choosing a replacement for Sprint's sponsorship, looking for the right fit.

Man charged with reckless driving after fans injured at Martinsville Speedway

The unidentified man is accused by police of driving into a crowd at the Speedway, injuring 22.

Scoring controversy, untimely caution leads to confusion at Martinsville

NASCAR officials took their time resetting the field Sunday after a caution flag flew during green-flag pit stops, creating confusion over who was where on the track.

Spectators injured in Martinsville Speedway parking lot after Sprint Cup race

Reports say as many as 10 people were treated after being struck by a car about a half-hour after Sunday's race.

Jimmie Johnson one race from tying Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt with seven Cup titles

He is the most successful driver of his era, and now Jimmie Johnson can put himself among NASCAR legends.

Joe Gibbs Racing drivers frustrated with each other, and that's a problem

Denny Hamlin, Matt Kenseth and Kyle Busch were hampered by having to race one another carefully on the short track.

NASCAR results from Martinsville: Jimmie Johnson wins, advances to final round of Chase

Jimmie Johnson, who had never advanced into the Round of 8 in the new Chase format, has now clinched a spot in the final round.

Jimmie Johnson wins at Martinsville, earns berth in Chase championship race

Jimmie Johnson wins for the ninth time at Martinsville and will be in the four-car Chase championship race for the first time.

Denny Hamlin calls out Jimmie Johnson after contact at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin was not pleased with Jimmie Johnson at Martinsville.

Pointed comments fly as Martin Truex Jr. lets Joe Gibbs Racing cars lead at Martinsville

It's the first race in the Chase for the Sprint Cup's Round of 8. Every point counts. Teammates work together. But when is it too much?

Denny Hamlin, Carl Edwards slowed by early pit-road speeding penalties at Martinsville

Denny Hamlin has struggled to avoid pit-road penalties this season.

Martinsville's warm weather is bad break, and drivers' brakes will prove why

Few races are more dependent on braking that those at Sprint Cup's Paperclip.

Jeff Gordon, Tony Stewart clash in (expected) final Cup career showdown

Tony Stewart and Jeff Gordon have carried the sport to a new legion of fans in their storied careers.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. on 2017: 'My intention is to race'

Speaking ahead of the Martinsville race, Junior gives an optimistic outlook on his health and his future as a NASCAR driver.

Sprint Cup Chase at Martinsville: Schedule, times, TV info for Goody's Fast Relief 500

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks and Sprint Cup Series races at Martinsville Speedway. Kyle Busch won the spring race.

Martinsville starting lineup: Martin Truex Jr. to lead field of Chasers

Martin Truex Jr. is out of the Chase, but he's still fast.

Johnny Sauter wins Martinsville Truck race; crash sparks furor

With his victory, Johnny Sauter locks into the Truck Series championship race. After it, two drivers have a heated exchange.

With Chris Buescher waiting, Greg Biffle's future at Roush up for speculation

Lack of success has Greg Biffle pondering his future, and that creates questions regarding his options, Roush Fenway Racing's No. 16 car and prospect Chris Buescher.

Jimmie Johnson eyes Martinsville win, but shies away from title predictions

Jimmie Johnson is careful about looking toward a seventh Cup title; others aren't so circumspect.

Positions matter most at Martinsville, whether start, restarts or pit placement

Going 500 laps on a half-mile track is your basic Sunday traffic jam. Getting to the front and staying there requires a little luck and strategy.

Jeff Gordon, Denny Hamlin look forward to Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s return

It's not just fans eagerly awaiting Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s return.

Jeff Gordon ending his relief-driving role — would he do it again?

Jeff Gordon doesn't really know what his future holds, at least not when it comes to driving.

Paperclip problem: Martinsville tough place to begin Chase Round of 8

Martinsville Speedway offers unique challenges to the eight drivers competing for the Sprint Cup. NBC Sports analyst Steve Letarte lays out some of those challenges.

Only memories Joey Logano wants at Martinsville? How to win, making it happen

No way Joey Logano can forget what happened with Matt Kenseth in 2015's Chase race. No way he can focus on it.

Jeff Gordon back on track, cuts fast laps at Martinsville

In his last race in place of Dale Earnhardt Jr., Jeff Gordon shows why is the master.

Denny Hamlin rivals Jeff Gordon, Jimmie Johnson win totals at Martinsville

Looking for a likely Martinsville winner among Joe Gibbs Racing's four Chase drivers? Your attention is called to the man with five grandfather clocks, Denny Hamlin.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. ready to impress again in Martinsville broadcast

Dale Earnhardt Jr. is proving he's good at most every aspect of NASCAR — even the parts that don't involve driving.

Jeff Gordon returns to site of last win; can he do it again?

Jeff Gordon won at Martinsville in what was expected to be his last race there a year ago. Can he repeat in his return?

Kasey Kahne latest Cup driver to get word of sponsor departure

Farmers Insurance will step away from Hendrick Motorsports' No. 5 car after the 2017 season.

Jeff Gordon returns to Martinsville; Cup Chase begins Round of 8

Sunday will be the last race for Jeff Gordon as replacement for Dale Earnhardt Jr. But it has huge implications on who will be the next series champion.

Flexible start times for NASCAR races fixes a problem, might create others

NASCAR often advances race starting times to stay ahead of weather problems. But there is a big difference between 15 minutes and, say, an hour.

No mention of bickering Kevin Harvick, Kurt Busch in NASCAR penalty report

This week's disciplinary actions are mostly wrist slaps for non-Chase drivers.

Mistrial declared in assault case in beating of retired NASCAR driver Mike Wallace

Prosecution witnesses apparently violated a judge's order, meaning the case will have to start over.

Fable of Talladega's three stragglers: Joe Gibbs Racing's lesson in how to win

There's nothing wrong with racing for long-term goals rather than immediate success.To suggest otherwise is harebrained.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. back on TV at Martinsville; ratings need his help

NBC & Co. continue to struggle with viewership, so much so that even Dale Earnhardt Jr. can't rescue.

NASCAR rules change smart way to boost driver development in Xfinity, Truck series

Joe Gibbs Racing's Talladega strategy scrutinized but within the rules

Matt Kenseth, Kyle Busch and Carl Edwards did what they needed to do to reach the Chase Round of 8, and NASCAR says they were within the rules.

Brian Scott gives Richard Petty team big boost with career-best finish

Rookie driver Brian Scott turned in a career-best finish in the Sprint Cup race at Talladega Superspeedway.

Tiebreaker at Talladega: Four more eliminated from Chase

There was only one spot left, and it was decided during the final three laps in overtime.

Kevin Harvick takes angry swipe at Kurt Busch after Talladega tangle

Yes, they are teammates, but apparently they didn't see eye to eye late in Sunday's Chase.

NASCAR results from Talladega: Joey Logano wins in overtime to advance in Chase

Joey Logano, almost in a must-win situation at Talladega Superspeedway, came through by winning the Hellmann's 500 in overtime.

Denny Hamlin finally gets a break in Chase, rallies late to advance

Denny Hamlin says he finally found some luck in the Chase after 11 years, and it paid off with a trip to the Round of 8.

Afforded an opportunity, Joey Logano secures victory at Talladega

Running strong with a partner to help, there are no late problems too big to keep Joey Logano from repeating at Talladega.

Joey Logano wins at Talladega; Chase Round of 8 set with big surprises

Joey Logano advances in the Chase but four drivers are eliminated at Talladega.

Brad Keselowski's Chase hopes go up in smoke after engine woes at Talladega

Brad Keselowski appeared to suffer an engine failure late at Talladega.

Denny Hamlin, Joey Logano incur early issues on pit road

Denny Hamlin was caught speeding while Joey Logano had a more unique problem.

Martin Truex Jr. out of Chase after engine problems at 'Dega

Martin Truex Jr. was in trouble early at Talladega.

Joe Gibbs trio takes daring approach to Talladega; elimination race under way

The JGR trio has the big picture in mind in the early laps at Talladega.

Gibbs drivers' Talladega race begins after inspection issues

Three of the team's four Toyotas needed corrections before qualifying. Ally Martin Truex Jr. also is under scrutiny. Only Carl Edwards enters Talladega with a clean slate.

Talladega starting lineup: Martin Truex Jr. claims pole on unusual day

Soon after parts were removed from his car and confiscated, Martin Truex Jr. makes his car fastest in qualifying.

Talladega pole-sitter Martin Truex Jr. can't afford to screw up this race

After a hubbub about an illegal piece on his car, Martin Truex Jr. must do well enough to advance in the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Danica Patrick, Kurt Busch headed to World Series to cheer beloved Cubs

Two NASCAR stars are ecstatic as the Chicago Cubs reach the World Series for the first time in 71 years.

Chase Elliott faces do-or-die race in Sprint Cup championship series

Bad results at Charlotte and Kansas leaves NASCAR's top rookie driver in danger of failing to make the Round of 8. Chase Elliott's only option at Talladega? Win.

Dale Jarrett knows impact of picking moment, right move at Talladega

Dale Jarrett won Cup races twice at Talladega in his career, most recently in 2005.

Danica Patrick shows support for Cubs as club tries to close out NLCS

Danica Patrick, an Illinois native, is pulling for the Cubs.

Martin Truex Jr. could escape penalty after parts confiscated at Talladega

Martin Truex Jr.'s team could potentially face a penalty this week, according to reports.

Talladega Truck Series race eliminates two from Chase, includes Big One

A non-Chase driver wins, 13 trucks are mangled in a huge accident and the championship field is reduced to six.

NASCAR Truck Series driver puts political support on display at Talladega

There's no mistaking who Austin Wayne Self backs in the 2016 presidential election.

It's The Big One: 13 trucks involved in huge Talladega crash

One truck goes out of control, a dozen more get involved and there are mangled vehicles everywhere. It's Talladega, after all.

Talladega Truck drivers make stunning recovery to avoid 'big one' crash

You have to see this.

Sprint Cup qualifying Saturday at Talladega; Truck Series first on track

Qualifying comes before the afternoon knockout race in the Truck Series. Cup cars qualify about 4 p.m. ET.

Driver will be eliminated at Talladega before race trims Chase field

Having more cars than starting positions is a rarity in this year's Sprint Cup competition.

Play it safe? For Martin Truex Jr., Joey Logano, that Talladega idea won't fly

Beware, Chase drivers: There's no time to be cautious at tumultuous Talladega.

With major sponsor leaving, Greg Biffle one step closer to career's end

Just days after contemplating his racing future, Greg Biffle sees cracker maker pull its support beyond this season.

Casey Mears won't speculate on future beyond Talladega

One-car team Germain Racing has a contract with a major sponsor, but Casey Mears isn't signed beyond this season.

Campers arrive for NASCAR Talladega weekend to bone-dry weather

Temperatures will be pleasant, and chilly at night, but there is a ban on bonfires at Talladega Superspeedway's campgrounds.

Chase elimination race pushes stress level to all-time high at Talladega

Talladega could change everything, except the roles of Jimmie Johnson and Kevin Harvick, in the Chase.

Tommy Baldwin Racing sale could be another brutal blow for one-car ownership

NASCAR's charter system will get its first makeover this offseason, and a sale would be a first.

Win-win: Dale Earnhardt Jr. on NBCSN at Talladega is perfect fit

His presence assures bigger viewer numbers (thank you, Junior Nation), but it also scores in personal and profession levels.

Only problem with Alex Bowman's best finish? Lug nuts violation at Kansas

That's a NASCAR no-no, and it costs crew chief Greg Ives $10,000. Other rules offenders include Matt Kenseth and Martin Truex Jr.

Road to Talladega: Only two drivers don't have to fear for Chase future

Jimmie Johnson won at Charlotte. Kevin Harvick won at Kansas. So now 10 drivers head to NASCAR's most dangerous track in need of strong results. Here's the gist.

Make NASCAR Buschwhackers outlaws; keep them out of Xfinity Chase races

Kyle Busch is the defending Sprint Cup champion and is closing in on a repeat title. Letting him drive with the Xfinity title on the line is unfair.

Sprint Cup Chase at Talladega: Schedule, times, TV info for Hellman's 500

Schedule and start times for the Camping World Trucks and Sprint Cup Series races at Talladega Superspeedway. Joey Logano is the defending Sprint Cup race champion.

Dale Earnhardt Jr. applauds Alex Bowman racing through stomach bug at Kansas

Dale Earnhardt Jr. continues to work with the drivers filling in for him to close the season.

Kevin Harvick rules: Kansas again proves his prowess under pressure

Rather than need to win at Talladega, Kevin Harvick secures Chase advancement at Kansas.

NASCAR results from Kansas: Kevin Harvick punches ticket to semifinal round of Chase

Harvick pulled away late at Kansas Speedway for his 35th career win and his fourth this season.

Austin Dillon rallies for top-10, on bubble in Chase

Austin Dillon gained needed ground on Sunday at Kansas.

Several Chase drivers find trouble at Kansas, need to make up ground at 'Dega

Chase Elliott, Brad Keselowski and Denny Hamlin faltered at Kansas.

Kevin Harvick wins at Kansas, erasing Chase miseries in victory lane

A week after engine problems wiped out his race, Kevin Harvick is locked into the Chase's Round of 8.

Brad Keselowski takes heavy hit, drops deep in Chase with Kansas crash

Brad Keselowski suffered a huge hit in the Chase after contact with Denny Hamlin at Kansas.

Martin Truex Jr. fueling issues hamper Chase run at Kansas

Martin Truex Jr. was the favorite after the first round, but his race at Kansas was proving to be a struggle.

Denny Hamlin again finds Chase race trouble, needs to rally at Talladega

Denny Hamlin just isn't having the best Chase so far.

In your face at Kansas: Early action in Chase race hot, fast and heavy

Cars feel their way through early laps in the fifth race of the Chase for the Sprint Cup.

Brendan Gaughan's mad dash in Xfinity race draws social media reaction

Brendan Gaughan wasn't wasting time getting back in the championship hunt on Saturday.

Kurt Busch's Chase challenge grows at Kansas, backup car and all

Saturday afternoon's crash couldn't have come at a worse time, but Kurt Busch has a plan and, he believes, a car to get results.

Carl Edwards and the Chase field start at Kansas about 2:30 p.m. ET Sunday, all hoping to win and avoid the chaos that is Talladega.

Kansas starting lineup: Matt Kenseth on pole; Toyotas in top four positions

It's the first pole of the year for Matt Kenseth, who has two Joe Gibbs Racing teammates along with ally Martin Truex Jr. in the first two rows for Sunday's race.

Xfinity Chase jumbled by Kansas crashes; win No. 9 for Kyle Busch

It's another day at the office for Busch, but drivers with more important things at stake find big trouble.

Chase drama builds amid slew of accidents in Kansas Xfinity race

Bubba Wallace, Justin Allgaier and Ryan Reed get caught in a messy crash.

At Kansas, shock absorber lodges in car's grill

Flying car parts wind up in strange places.

NASCAR's version of teenager taking the car out for a spin

Cole Custer, 18, gets a wild ride at Kansas.

Matt Kenseth fastest in final Kansas practice; Kevin Harvick, Kurt Busch crash

Saturday is eventful for several Sprint Cup Chase drivers.

Kyle Busch claims pole position in Kansas Xfinity race starting lineup

Winner in eight of the previous 15 races he drove in the subseries, Kyle Busch looks to dominate the competition again on Saturday.

Cup drivers in Xfinity races? Consider case for welcoming Buschwhackers

Longtime driver Brendan Gaughan wants to race against the best, even if it means losing to guys stepping down from Sprint Cup.

Matt Kenseth atop Kansas starting lineup, not worried about Joey Logano

What's done is done, and the man who will start Sunday's Chase race from pole position has no apparent interest in what happened a year ago at this track.

Clint Bowyer's travails coming to an end; six races 'til Stewart-Haas move

Back home at Kansas, Clint Bowyer focuses on making lemonade from the lemon of a season he has endured.

Kyle Busch, Kyle Larson break NASCAR commandment: Thou shalt not swerve

Both drivers lose 30 minutes of practice time at Kansas for what they did after the Charlotte race.

NASCAR makes official 2017 changes to further reduce cars' on-track grip

Let the new fun begins. Drivers will have looser-handling cars thanks to the latest aerodynamics alterations.

NASCAR TV coverage is big business, even when a box is needed

Jeff Burton stands tall even though he isn't the biggest man in the NBC race coverage triumvirate.

Get ready for Kansas: Drying, qualifying on Friday's track schedule

Morning mist should give way to comfortable fall temperatures for Sprint Cup and Xfinity Chase races.

Victory is proof of Hendrick Motorsports resurgence success

Jimmie Johnson's early-season wins were the only ones for Hendrick until Charlotte. After months of frustration, trial and error, its time for Sprint Cup teams to beware.

What to watch for at Kansas? Driver in Chase's bottom five who steps up big

Someone will take a chance, make a risky move or something desperate to avoid potential elimination in Sprint Cup's championship series — or face need of a big result at Talladega.

For five Chase drivers, desperate times call for desperate measures at Kansas

A touch of the dramatic, a sense of the drastic and more than enough urgency will turn a Sprint Cup Chase race into something more pressing.

Tony Stewart, owner, doesn't feel like he belongs at big-boys table yet

At a Texas charity event, Tony Stewart says he still feels he's a driver, not a partner of NASCAR's powerful elite.

Talladega under orders: No open fires by campers at Oct. 23 NASCAR race

When in drought, don't burn. And that's what Alabama is mandating.

Cool runnings at Kansas, where temperatures fall but rain won't

Kevin Harvick needs a hot run at Kansas, preferably a victory, at the second race in the Chase's Round of 12. Weather will be a factor.

Kyle Busch, lucky and good so far, takes Chase repeat quest to Kansas

Four top-10 finishes, and the ability to recognize a problem and get it fixed with minimal damage, have Kyle Busch in strong position in NASCAR's championship series.

Kurt Busch tops list of Chase drivers being punished for test infractions at Charlotte

Matt Kenseth, Chase Elliott, Kevin Harvick, Martin Truex Jr. also are flagged.

Martinsville adds lights; now it’s time for a midweek race

Martinsville Speedway is adding lights to its half-mile track. It's the perfect place for NASCAR to hold its first mid-week race.

Let there be light: At Martinsville, illuminating decision is announced

Lights will be installed for 2017 races at Martinsville. And that raises the possibility of night races.

Denny Hamlin heads to Kansas after latest bad break in Chase for Sprint Cup

A blown engine KO'd Denny Hamlin at Charlotte. No surprise there; luck isn't on Hamlin's side in the Chase.

Sidney Crosby's latest concussion, Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s brain injury show information gap

Sidney Crosby's latest concussion points out how differently sports leagues treat injury information, especially when considering Dale Earnhardt Jr.