Mike’s mentioned that he didn’t know if he would have driven if not for Mark’s passing. In a twist of fate, Mike Balzano is one of the most decorated drivers to come from WV. If you go by Eddie’s Auto Parts in Vienna, WV, Mike’s still there running his salvage yard next door to the flood wall. If not for Louie (Mike’s dad), Mike would have quit racing several years sooner. He was beyond burned out and tired of the rising costs. I don’t know if he attended a race since retiring, he’s soured on it quite a bit.
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