Talladega "News" and Notes

Elliott Sadler won the pole for this weekend's race at Talladega. Sadler hopes this will improve his chances of attaining his ultimate goal: to leave the orbit of the earth while wrecking at Talladega.

Hall of Fame Racing is reportedly close to signing Ward Burton. When asked about this, Joe Gibbs called Ward Burton's fans "The ugliest fans anywhere".

Michael Waltrip hired Ty Norris to manage his theme park. Yes, Michael Waltrip is working on a theme park. A FREAKIN' THEME PARK BUILT AROUND MICHAEL WALTRIP.

Last week's race had a minor controversy when Jimmie Johnson and Kyle Busch's cars were found to be above the legal height. The last driver to get in trouble for being too high was Shane Hmeil.

After being caught up in wrecks in each of her first two races, Erin Crocker should have better luck at the slower, more stable Talladega race.

ODDS:
4:1 Ryan Newman's 12 car will be referred to as a "Single-Car Team".
10:1 Bill Weber will refer to "The Little Big One".
100:1 Nothing will be thrown on the track following the race.