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Coleman leaves Baker Curb's Nationwide Series team
By SceneDaily Staff
Wednesday, August 13, 2008
Both crew chief Shawn Parker (left) and driver Brad Coleman have left the Baker Curb Racing Nationwide Series team.
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Baker Curb Racing officials announced Wednesday that Brad Coleman has left the Nationwide Series team, effective immediately. A replacement has not been announced.
Coleman is leaving the team to take over Hall of Fame Racing’s No. 96 Sprint Cup Series Toyota, Baker Curb said in a news release. That announcement was made last week.
Also, Baker Curb announced that chief engineer Jeff White has replaced Shawn Parker as crew chief for the No. 27 Ford team. Parker decided to leave the team last week, as well, and Watkins Glen was his last race. Parker is still looking for a new position in the sport.
“I’m sad to see both Brad and Shawn go,” team co-owner Gary Baker said in a news release. “However, I understand they are making the right decisions for their careers. It has been great to work with them this season, and I wish them only the best.”
Baker and recording industry executive Mike Curb bought Brewco Motorsports last year and moved the team from Central City, Ky., to Nashville, Tenn.
The team fielded two cars for most of this season, though the No. 37 entry has been sidelined in the last several races.
Coleman finished 10th at Watkins Glen in his last race with Baker Curb. He is 16th in the Nationwide standings, with two top-10 finishes.
"I asked for and was granted a release from Baker Curb Racing," Coleman said in a statement. "It was time for both parties to take different paths for the future. It has been an honor to represent the family of Kimberly-Clark brands. They are a great company and I truly love their products. I wish all of the guys involved at Baker Curb the best in the months ahead. I know they will ultimately put together the proper resources they need to be a competitive team. It’s tough out there for the independents but I believe they will get the job done."
White joined Baker Curb from Bobby Hamilton Racing’s truck series team, where he served as research and development director and crew chief.
“I am eager to take this leadership position with the No. 27 crew and continue the strong work ethic already in place there,” White said. “Shawn and I have worked well together within the same garage, and I wish him success as he moves on.”
Mentioned Drivers: Brad Coleman
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6 responses to "Coleman leaves Baker Curb's Nationwide Series team". Post a Comment.
ed gordon said:
Aug 13, 2008 at 10:39 AMWish Brad luck in the #96.It's going to be babtism by fire,but I wish him luck and I'm glad he's getting a shot in Cup. Would love to see Burney Lamar fill his seat in the 27.
PitFrog said:
Aug 13, 2008 at 11:05 AMVery happy for Brad. Hopefully HOF Racing can step up their game and give him the ride he deserves...
Charles OBrien said:
Aug 13, 2008 at 4:14 PMFord loses another great youngster. Remember Jeff Gordon? Good job Blue Oval. Toyota will lock this kid up for a long time. He is a natural talent and a great guy. He was awesome at Gibbs and has had to drive junk this season. Glad he got out of Baker Curb. Best wishes Brad!!!
Charles OBrien said:
Aug 13, 2008 at 4:15 PMFord loses another great youngster. Remember Jeff Gordon? Good job Blue Oval. Toyota will lock this kid up for a long time. He is a natural talent and a great guy. He was awesome at Gibbs and has had to drive junk this season. Glad he got out of Baker Curb. Best wishes Brad!!!
Karrson Stuart said:
Aug 15, 2008 at 10:27 PMYou guys are kidding right...Brad was a scared kid in Nationwide, basically pulling over because "he didnt wanna race the guys behind him" at Milwaukee this year. As for the equipment, those guys build good cars, Biffle, Green, McMurray, and Burton didnt have a problems running good in them, just see how Gilliand runs this weekend, cars werent the problems, it was the guy driving the car, he is gonna get run over in Cup.
PitFrog said:
Aug 18, 2008 at 4:42 PMOkay Karrson, shall we talk about how "good" Gilliland ran in the 27? Let's see...was it 20th? And that was after many of the front-runners wrecked out!