That's the word from crew chief Tom Baldwin. Burton was second a year ago but 24th this season, his lowest finish so far. Burton had showings of eighth and fifth last season but was 13th two weeks ago. We've got a pretty good record there, and the position we're in now, we've got to keep it up. Burton, for his part, digs such tracks as Michigan, a 2-mile layout.
Problem is, the guy they're chasing also has a keen appreciation of the place.
Three of Labonte's 13 career wins have come at Michigan, including last season's second race. He was fifth in the first. And despite four wins at Atlanta, Michigan definitely is his favorite. Don't ask him why, though. Others have tried.