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Batman1138 · #1 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

Just read this on Jayski and freaked out!

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Stewart to leave JGR? Sources tell Sports Illustrated that #20-Tony Stewart is working on the final stages of a deal to move from Joe Gibbs Racing to Haas CNC next season. Considering the ramifications of such a move, no one's admitting anything quite yet, as you'd expect. When reached for comment, Haas CNC Racing spokesman Ron Mench claims there's been no communication between Stewart and the organization. Stewart's PR spokesman Mike Arning was noncommittal ("I've heard what you've heard," when asked about Haas CNC) but he reminded SI [Sports Illustrated] that Stewart's contract with Gibbs runs through the 2009 season. "He's there this year and he's there next year," claimed Arning. "And I know for a fact that JGR is interested in retaining Tony for '10 and beyond. They'd like him to retire at Joe Gibbs Racing. As Tony's said many times, 'Nothing's broke. Why change it?' Tony's going to have a lot of options in front of him; why wouldn't he? But I don't see [an early out happening] ... everyone is going to live up to the terms of the contract that runs through '09." However, sources are adamant that not just the talking, but deal-making is already taking place for Stewart to go elsewhere. And, while sometimes a formidable opponent, contracts can be easily bought out, as Jamie McMurray and Kurt Busch have shown us in recent years.(Sports Illustrated), am sure this will be much dicussed about over the weekend at Talladega.(4-23-2008)

I rooted for Tony Stewart because of Joe Gibbs Racing! If this is true I know what Dale Jr fans felt like last year.

Thoughts? Predictions?

scottw73 · #2 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

I hope he stays, he's just struggling with Toyota, But I wonder if he goes, does Home Depot go with him. but then on the other hand if he leaves, then JGR may elevate Joey Lagano up to cup next year.

Batman1138 · #3 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

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Originally Posted by scottw73

I hope he stays, he's just struggling with Toyota, But I wonder if he goes, does Home Depot go with him. but then on the other hand if he leaves, then JGR may elevate Joey Lagano up to cup next year.

I think it depends on how Logano does in the Nationwide Series before he even goes to Cup '09. Frankly I want him to stay at JGR. HAAS would be a bad idea. Home Depot is under contract through 09 as well. So it'll be interesting for sure. Now if Smoke goes to Hendrick that would be a different story or to RCR to the 33 car where he would have a Champion's provisional. Man I got ideas in my head its unreal. How ironic would it be if Bobby Labonte leaves Petty to take Stewart's ride? Ugh, I want him to stay

DE3 · #4 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

I think this post is 22 days late for a April fools joke.

Why would you leave one of the best teams in Nascar to go to Haas?

If this is true, Tony leaving JGR, I think he'd be a better fit at RCR in the #33 car. He and Kevin are real good friends, and I think he'd be a big help to RCR. Maybe even steal some of Hendricks thunder.

simobsessed · #5 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

I heard on his radio show that he plans on staying with gibbs to end his career in cup. I also know he said when zippy is ready to retire that is when he will retire also.

AutoCANE · #6 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

Whoa...I can't believe what I just read. Going to Haas would just be a disaster waiting to happen...RCR, maybe...but Haas? No way. Maybe the idea has been kicked around, but if Tony gives it some serious thought he would realize it would be career suicide. Haas simply does not have the resources that a JGR, Hendrick, or RCR have. I'm actually kind of in shock right now.

Brak61 · #7 (**permalink**) 04-23-2008

This is actually on Jayski's, I checked because I couldn't believe it. I've looked for Stewart to leave JGR by year's end, contract buyout or not. He is not at all happy about the Toyota switch. I think if he actually does leave it'll be for Hendrick, Mears will be out before the Chase starts (finish '08 though) unless he can pull a couple of wins out of his rear end and although he's a competent driver I don't think he'll be able to do that.

Haas CNC???

Geez, there's gotta be something strange going on if this actually happens.

DaveyFan28 · #8 (**permalink**) 04-24-2008

Welcome to Dale Jr. Wars Episode II: Attack of the Tony's

Tony's thinking about Hass CNC for the same REAL reason Dale Jr. left DEI: ownership.

It is possible that Tony would move out of JGR and into a Hass CNC car, and buy controlling interest of the team in the process. Tony also wants to get back into a GM car BADLY. Buying into Hass CNC would accomplish both goals that are rather important to Tony. Tony enjoys being an owner. He's rather good at it, AND it's very important to him and General Motors (who sponsors a team he owns) that Tony get back behind the wheel of a Chevy in the Cup Series.

I would not be at all surprised to see this happen.

--DF28

13Misfit13 · #9 (**permalink**) 04-24-2008

If he actually leaves gibbs....It's gonna be the four horsemen all the way. If there was any doubt that he was unhappy about Gibbs switch to toyota go back to the end of last season and the awards show and you can see the disgust on his face when he had to talk about the switch. Casey Mears will be out the door when the season ends as bad as it has begun and the door will be opened for tony!

DaveyFan28 · #10 (**permalink**) 04-24-2008

But Tony can't own Hendrick, and ownership's the real driver in this. I don't think Tony would leave Gibbs just to drive a Chevy, but if the Hendrick seat actually opened up, who knows?

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scottw73 Sim Racing Design Member Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: CT Age: 35 Posts: 977 Rep Power: 112	I hope he stays, he's just struggling with Toyota, But I wonder if he goes, does Home Depot go with him. but then on the other hand if he leaves, then JGR may elevate Joey Lagano up to cup next year. __________________ Brake Hard, Turn Left

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DE3 Sim Racing Design Member Join Date: May 2007 Posts: 405 Rep Power: 46	I think this post is 22 days late for a April fools joke. Why would you leave one of the best teams in Nascar to go to Haas? If this is true, Tony leaving JGR, I think he'd be a better fit at RCR in the #33 car. He and Kevin are real good friends, and I think he'd be a big help to RCR. Maybe even steal some of Hendricks thunder.

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simobsessed Sim Racing Design Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 88 Rep Power: 12	I heard on his radio show that he plans on staying with gibbs to end his career in cup. I also know he said when zippy is ready to retire that is when he will retire also.

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