Kasey Kahne to join JR Motorsports’ Nationwide program

UPDATE This rumor is upgraded to 'fact' with today's announcement.

01/02/13 Rumor has it that Kasey Kahne will run a number of races in NASCAR's Nationwide Series this season with JR Motorsports according to the Charlotte Observer and ThatsRacin.com.

An official announcement of Kahne's addition to JRM's Nationwide program could come as early as Wednesday, sources said.

Kahne is expected to run up to 15 races with JRM in 2013, splitting time with Brad Sweet in the. It was unclear which car number the duo would use.