Rumors on Hendrick Motorsports Driver Swirl as Legendary Crew Chief Denies Retirement Plans

We are getting closer to the final lap of Kevin Harvick’s illustrious career in the NASCAR Cup Series. His departure will mark the end of an era. Harvick’s exceptional talent behind the wheel has been undeniable over the years. Yet, it’s crucial to recognize the significant role his crew chief, Rodney Childers, has played in their shared success.

As Harvick gears up for retirement at the season’s end, many have been left speculating about Childers’s future. Will he stay in NASCAR and serve as the crew chief for another driver, or will he follow Harvick into retirement?

Recently, Childers himself put an end to the mounting speculation and quashed all rumors about his imminent departure. His decision has sparked another wave of chatter, with speculations making rounds about the driver who would step into Stewart-Haas Racing‘s #4 Ford once the current season draws its curtains. Moreover, many have been pointing to a Hendrick Motorsports driver.

Legendary crew chief Rodney Childers smashes retirement rumors

With growing speculation around Childers’ future, a fan recently asked the iconic crew chief what were his eventual plans. Much to the respite of everyone, Childers made sure that the rumors surrounding his retirement were quelled.

The fan asked Rodney Childers on Twitter, “@RodneyChilders4 Hey Rodney. Are you calling it quits after this season? I think you still have a lot left in the tank.”

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Childers responded by mentioning, “Still going [strong] Looking fwd to it!”

Speculations about Childers partnering with a Hendrick Motorsports driver make rounds

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Josh Berry has become the talk of the town after giving consistent performances during the first half of the season. HMS brought in the JR Motorsports Xfinity driver to replace Chase Elliott in the #9 car and then Alex Bowman in the #48 car. Now with Harvick’s retirement imminent, speculations have been pointing toward a partnership between Childers and Berry for the next season.

Several fans expressed their belief that SHR will rope in Berry to work with Childers from the next season, with a fan saying, “Josh Berry, come on dooown,” and another commenting, “I’m assuming Josh Berry will take over the 4 then.”

Someone else observed, “Childers and Berry will be a good team next season, similar in temperament.”

Interestingly, after a suggestion to include Corey LaJoie, a fan humorously retorted, “That’s a weird way to spell Berry.”

Another inquired, “The main question now is, does he stay with the 4 crew and work with Berry or move to Briscoe.”

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However, even if Childers were to partner up with Berry, would that mean Berry would move into Stewart Haas Racing? Or would Childers move somewhere else? Who do you think should pair up with Childers next year? Let us know your thoughts in the comments below.