Todd Bodine

Todd Bodine won the 2006 and 2010 NASCAR Craftsman Truck Series championships and earned the nickname the Onion for the way he could bring tears to his competitors' eyes with his aggressive, no-nonsense driving style. The Chemung, New York native also made 377 Cup Series starts, winning one race and proving himself as a versatile competitor across multiple NASCAR divisions. In the Truck Series, Bodine was dominant when given competitive equipment. His two championships were built on raw speed and an intensity that made him one of the most feared competitors in the division. Combined with his 22 Truck Series victories, Bodine's resume in the division places him among the all-time greats. His Cup career, which spanned over two decades, demonstrated the determination required to compete at NASCAR's highest level without the consistent top-tier equipment that front-runners enjoy. His lone Cup victory at Watkins Glen in 1997 showcased his road course abilities, a discipline where his car control was particularly impressive. The Bodine brothers -- Todd, Geoff, and Brett -- formed one of NASCAR's notable racing families, and Todd carved out a niche that was distinctly his own through his Truck Series dominance. Two championships, 22 Truck wins, and the Onion nickname tell the story of a competitor who made his mark through sheer intensity and talent.

Written by Richard R. Glover, NASCAR Reference