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  (2:01 PM)

Denny should be here any minute! Send in your questions NOW!

Buzzmaster

  (2:03 PM)

Denny's here!

Will (Akron, OH)

So Denny, how competitive do you expect it to be Wednesday? Are any of the drivers talking about the event amongst themselves with a competitive spirit?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:04 PM)

I don't think there's too much trash talking. There's more that we hope we don't wreck these cars. The thing is that we have a mix of experienced and unexperienced guys. It should be interesting.

Adam Preston, Richmond, VA

Denny, besides your go-karting background, you have been predominately an asphalt racer - how do you plan to transition into this weeks race?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:05 PM)

Well, the only experience is from the race last year. I learned a lot in how to drive the car. You pretty much have to learn to drive all over again.

Josh (West Chester, PA)

Pocono has been the site of your first two Nextel Cup victories. Can we expect you to break through with your first win of the year this week?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:06 PM)

I'd like to think so. We're bringing the same car back to Pocono. We're coming there knowing this is a weekend we can win and get some bonus points for the Chase.

Ross (Dublin, OH)

Denny, my sister is 24 years old and from what I am told, very attractive. Would you take her out on a date sometime?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:06 PM)

Yeah, I'm open to anything. I'm not married or anything. If things go the right way, you never know.

Steve - Mahwah, NJ

Hammer - You guys place any side bets to see which Cup guy can come out on top Wednesday?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:07 PM)

Well, I think we know not to bet with Tony. He has some home track advantage.

Matt, Tallahassee

What is your thought on the possibility of Dale Jr. becoming a team member with JGR?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:08 PM)

Well, I think it would bring a lot to our organization and we would have a lot to offer him. He and Tony have a good relationship. Me and him have a good relationship. I think it would be a good match.

Carol (Largo, FL)

Hey Denny!!! This race seems like it will be tons of fun for everyone. How will you tweak your driving style to accomodate driving on a dirt track? Thanks so much--enjoy the race and I hope you win.

Denny Hamlin

  (2:09 PM)

Well, when you drive on dirt, you have to drive a looser car. Also, the track conditions change more so than asphalt.

Josh (West Chester, PA)

How have the recent changes to your pit crew worked out so far?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:10 PM)

I think the changes have been good. We're building for the future. We've had it ongoing for a year or so. It's not for an immediate fix, but it will be better with 10 races to go.

Peter Whitney New York, NY

For hot races (like Dover) is it tough to stay hydrated without overdoing it since you can't stop the race and go to the bathroom?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:10 PM)

Yeah, it really is. I try to prepare for Dover five days in advance, with heavily drinking water. I'm still trying to hydrate myself for Wednesday.

Tyler, Cullman, AL

Denny you seem to run well in the COT but what do you and other drivers actually think about the car?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:11 PM)

I think the car needs some things to be better. It needs some tweaks with the body. But for the most part, everywhere I've gone, I've been impressed with how well the car's handled. But I'm optimistic that NASCAR will make the changes.

Jason (Portland, OR)

Only 30 laps for the feature, seems like you'll just be getting warmed up?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:12 PM)

Yeah, I think that plays into Tony's advantage. Myself, it takes me at least that long to get the hang of it.

Mike,Parkersburg,WV

Hey Denny big fan of yours! How do you feel your chances of winning Pocono this Sunday?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:13 PM)

Well, it's going good. We're coming off some good top five finishes. We're going to the track that we got our first wins. Hopefully we can capitalize on it.

Jason (Portland, OR)

Can you see any scenario where Nascar would introduce qualifiying heats (especially at short tracks) to get the excitment of dirt qualifying into the cup events?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:14 PM)

I know they're trying to do everything they can to make it exciting. The only thing is if a guy tears up his car, they'd have to find another car. Unfortunately, it's just not going to work at our level.

Chris, Richmond, VA

I heard a rumor your favorite band is Mosley Rose. They can rip. Any truth to this?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:15 PM)

Yeah, that's a local band. They play great music. I hear them every chance I can get.

Zach (Elkader, IA)

Denny, Who is the most talented driver in NASCAR?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:15 PM)

Well, I think it's hard to argue Jeff Gordon is one of the best there is or has been. My vote would go to him.

Cory (Waterloo, IA

Would you ever race a open wheeled modified?

Denny Hamlin

  (2:16 PM)

Yeah, I'm a racer. I'll race anything. I love the asphalt late models.

Denny Hamlin

  (2:16 PM)

Cheer me on on Wednesday. I'm going to need all the luck I can get.