Sammy Smith confirms exit from JR Motorsports for 2027 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 5:22 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026
Sammy Smith announced he will not return to the No. 8 car for JR Motorsports during the 2027 NASCAR O'Reilly Series season. Currently seventh in the Chase standings, Smith posted the best result among JR Motorsports drivers, finishing fourth in the Chase opener at Darlington Raceway. Following his departure, Smith has potential opportunities with several teams, including speculation of a seat swap with Sam Mayer. Specifics about Smith's next team are not yet confirmed.
- •Sammy Smith will leave JR Motorsports after the 2026 season.
- •He is currently seventh in the Chase standings.
- •Smith finished fourth at Darlington Raceway in the Chase opener.
- •Speculation includes a potential seat swap with Sam Mayer.
- •His future team has not been disclosed.
- 5:22 AMYahoo Sports — Sammy Smith won't return to JR Motorsports for 2027 O'Reilly season
"Sammy Smith won't return to the No. 8 car for JR Motorsports during the 2027 NASCAR O'Reilly Series season.
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