Matt Barndt joins McAnally-Hilgemann Racing as new crew chief
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 13, 2026, 9:14 PM
Last updated Nov 13, 2026
Matt Barndt, previously car chief for Chase Elliott at Hendrick Motorsports, has been named crew chief for the No. 91 team at McAnally-Hilgemann Racing (MHR) in the 2027 NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series. The team announced its new crew chief lineup on November 13, 2026, including Barndt, who aims to improve performance following a winless 2026 season where the team finished fifth overall. Barndt will lead Christian Eckes at MHR, collaborating with new General Manager Kevin Bellicourt and other key personnel changes as the team looks to enhance their results starting in February. The organization shares sponsorship ties with NAPA Auto Parts, linking MHR to the Cup garage.
- •Matt Barndt named crew chief for Christian Eckes at MHR.
- •MHR went winless in 2026 but had strong finishes.
- •Changes include Kevin Bellicourt moving to General Manager.
- •New crew chief lineup announced on November 13, 2026.
- •Team prepares for the 2027 season with high expectations.
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"McAnally-Hilgemann Racing (MHR) has revealed its crew chief lineup for the 2027 NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series, which includes a notable name from the Cup garage. Matt Barndt, who was the car chief for Chase Elliott and the No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet in Cup, joins MHR as crew chief for Christian Eckes and the No. 91 team. Both organizations are connected through their shared ...Keep reading
"McAnally-Hilgemann Racing announced its 2027 crew chief lineup, and there was an interesting name among the new roster
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External links- Yahoo SportsNov 13, 2026, 9:14 PMChase Elliott's car chief leaves Hendrick for NASCAR Truck crew chief role
McAnally-Hilgemann Racing announced its 2027 crew chief lineup, and there was an interesting name among the new roster
- Motorsport.comNov 13, 2026, 9:14 PMChase Elliott's car chief leaves Hendrick for NASCAR Truck crew chief role
McAnally-Hilgemann Racing (MHR) has revealed its crew chief lineup for the 2027 NASCAR FedEx Freight Truck Series, which includes a notable name from the Cup garage. Matt Barndt, who was the car chief for Chase Elliott and the No. 9 Hendrick Motorsports Chevrolet in Cup, joins MHR as crew chief for Christian Eckes and the No. 91 team. Both organizations are connected through their shared ...Keep reading
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