Often times we tend to make too much of works, especially during big events.

Rachel Alexandra is blazing a path that no other 3-year-old filly has in modern history. She has already beaten her male peers in the Preakness and Haskell, and will now try to defeat older males in the Woodward. She is an amazing racehorse and a blessing for Thoroughbred racing during a tough time.

Rachel's terrific Haskell performance was a great way to end an exciting weekend of 3-year-old races...

We're a long way away, but who is the early pick in a wide-open year?