MCSWAIN RELEASED FROM NO. 28 TEAM

[ 10/30/2002 ]

Mooresville, N.C. — Michael "Fatback" McSwain has been released from the No. 28 Havoline Ford NASCAR Winston Cup Series team effective immediately.

"We've negotiated a release for Michael from his contract," said team owner Robert Yates. "This will allow him to pursue other opportunities and allow us to look at our options for the future. We wish him the best in his future endeavors."

Raymond Fox III, 31, will have crew chief duties this weekend for the Pop Secret Microwave Popcorn 400 at North Carolina Speedway. Fox is the longtime car chief for the team.

"We look forward to going to Rockingham and I know Raymond will do a good job for us this weekend," said Yates.