Hillbilly thoughts on the Pegasus

So now that we have drawn for post positions in the world’s richest Thoroughbred race and established a morning line, here are some thoughts on each entrant as we prepare for the second running of the Pegasus. 1.Singing Bullet (30-1)-Tall order for Dale Romans...

Foster night was educational for all

FOSTER NIGHT WAS EDUCATIONAL FOR EVERYONE Class was in session on June 17 at Churchill Downs. Depending upon the student, your lesson plan may have varied. But here are a few things everyone should have written down in the old notepad. 1. Thoroughbred racing is alive...

Foster shaping up as interesting for sure

FOSTER SHAPING UP AS INTERESTING FOR SURE The 36th running of the Stephen Foster Handicap at Churchill Downs on June 17 offers up some intrigue as we kick off the chase towards the Breeders’ Cup Classic. As the first “win and you’re in” race for the $6 million Classic...

Asmussen has a big shot in Haskell

ASMUSSEN HAS A BIG SHOT IN HASKELL When the horses go to post for the Haskell Invitational on July 31 one Thoroughbred trainer in particular looks to have a big shot, and he is bringing more than just a .22 pistol. Newly elected Hall of Fame conditioner Steve Asmussen...