The Emporia, Kan., native finished the 2005 season second in points, 68 markers out of the lead, with two poles, two wins, 12 top-five finishes and 22 top-10 finishes. In addition to competing with two-time series champion Martin Truex Jr. in the fifth-closest points battle in Busch Series history, Bowyer's season winnings topped $2 million. A record amount for a second-place finish. www.clintbowyer.com