The Shirreffs Interview: BC Classic Should Decide HOY

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charles — Mon, 22 Nov 2010 21:44:46 GMT

Blame won but Zenyatta was the best horse in the field.

Even if Blame won HOY, only the very few would even regard him as a better horse than Zenyatta.

It was the mare's first run at that track while Blame loves and trains at that track.

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Jason Shandler — Thu, 11 Nov 2010 19:51:44 GMT

Gladiator: I thought Denman's call was pretty unprofessional myself. He admitted in a recent article that he was indeed biased and he didn't think there was any problem with being that way in that particular race. I bet the other 11 owners would disgaree with you there Trevor.

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ZENYATTA forever!!! — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 14:05:44 GMT

I love Zenyatta and I don't care thaat she lost to Blame. I understand that Blame has had a great season but so did Zenyatta. I believe it should go to her. She did sooo much this year. I was heartbroken that she lost the Classic but the race she put in is unforgettable. I mean, come on, watch it. That strtch drive was simply breathtaking.

re: The Shirreffs Interview: BC Classic Should Decide HOY

Geodon — Mon, 08 Nov 2010 06:36:39 GMT

"But Horse of the Year is not about 19-for-19 or helping the industry. It's about the current campaign and who has done the most on the racetrack in that given year."

1) Umm where exactly does it say that. That is NOT the criteria for HOY.

2) What exactly has blame done? For all the talk of Z's G1 Wins and who has she beaten, BLame has a total of 3 grade 1 lifetime wins, all since june, and aside from the BCC, has only beaten 1 grade winner (Quality Road) in those 2 wins and LOST a grade 1 to Haynesfield. His campaign was hardly difficult.

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LaurieK — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 02:13:11 GMT

Why must emotion be taken out of the equation? It seems to me that, from a perfectly valid point of view, Shirreffs' assertions make sense, and voters can use their vote in whatever way they see fit. As anyone who has ever been thrilled to the core by a great performance will tell you, the powerful emotion the sport can evoke is elemental to its appeal and is a big part of what makes it relevant to those who love it. Leaving it out of the HOTY equation seems particularly ill-advised and rather soulless to boot.

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Draynay — Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:24:32 GMT

Don't crack on Big Brown. Crack on Flukes like MTB and Super Saver.

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ra doubter — Fri, 29 Oct 2010 19:34:37 GMT

just like it should have decided the HOY last year the classic will decide it this year.

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Johnny — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:57:08 GMT

No worries Dinky you gave me a laugh as well..

Life is fun.

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DinkyDiva — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 06:00:39 GMT

Laz, I think you're right. Johnny, I apologize for jumping on you. I like the reverse psychology tactic! lol

BTW Laz, go to the other "site" and check out what I posted and let me know what you think. :)

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Tom F V — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 05:15:45 GMT

Big Brown?

Wonder why he went downhill so fast? :)

To all you experts, horses who only do what they need to do to win don't leave themselves on the track never to perform well again.

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stevebiscuit — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 04:31:00 GMT

"Until she wins a single open G1 she is nothing more then a poly specialist."

Draynay, just answer me this. If Zenyatta wins the Breeder's Cup Classic, what will she be to you? And don't say "she won't win", the question is, what if she does?

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stevebiscuit — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 04:23:39 GMT

Draynay, Big Brown was the most overrated Derby winner of all time. He beat nothing.

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Mike Relva — Thu, 28 Oct 2010 01:39:46 GMT

CHRISTINE

BTW I agree with LAZ. You have a difficult time w/accepting someone that doesn't agree with you.

re: The Shirreffs Interview: BC Classic Should Decide HOY

LAZMANNICK — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:58:43 GMT

Hey Dinky

I think John's joking and trying to act sarcastic. Check out his 2:07 PM post and you'll see what he really means.

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Draynay — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 23:14:35 GMT

You're cracking on Big Brown? The undefeated Kentucky Derby winner? Winner of the Haskell ? Really? Crazy.

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DinkyDiva — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 20:59:55 GMT

Johnny, Mike carried her across the wire in the AB? Dude, you must be joking, right??? If not, I suggest you take off the glasses and look at the race again.

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LAZMANNICK — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 19:29:58 GMT

Johnny

Hey bud. Can I have some of that kool-aide you're drinking?

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Monty — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:49:08 GMT

Even win Zenyatta whips the field of boys again, "east coast bias" will be out in full force, with many excuses! 1) It was a weak field 2)she was in heat that could'nt pass her, 3)the track was too dry/soft,4) she bulled her way through, fouling, you get the picture ? This once in a lifetime mare is the Rodney Dangerfield of horses, regardless of her undefeated record. She belongs to the west coast, where she is appreciated ! Long live the queen, the rest of the "field", their just pretenders ...

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slyder — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 18:25:29 GMT

I feel sorry for Mike Smith. After Zenyatta gets whipped everyone is going to blame him for a terrible ride. No one will have the guts to say she just wasn't good enough.

Draynay 26 Oct 2010 2:48 PM

If she gets beat it will be like what nay nay did to Desormeaux when the Big Ole Browneye got whipped by all including a mere Maiden in his Belmont flop. Excuses excuses excuses.

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Johnny — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 13:26:36 GMT

I just got done watching Z race this year at oaklawn on the dirt..

In super-slow-mo you can see Mike Smith getting of Z and actually carrying her across the finish line..

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Mike Relva — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 01:59:33 GMT

STEVEBISCUIT

Totally agree with you. Some live in a fantasyland.

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stevebiscuit — Wed, 27 Oct 2010 00:09:04 GMT

Zenyatta's used to running down horses who have plenty of kick left. This should be no problem.

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Draynay — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 22:20:56 GMT

I don't mention RA anymore? You mean the current HOY? The greatest 3 year old filly ever? She is no longer racing haven't you heard?

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Householder — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:45:14 GMT

Quality Road can't get 1 1/4 unless he runs the last 1/8th in 28-29 sec. Blame is too slow. It's the Euros and those 3 year old Japanese horses that run 1 7/8 miles (as part of their Triple Crown) that Zenyatta has to fear the most. She gonna look over and say why is this horse hanging around. They should be out of breath by now.

re: The Shirreffs Interview: BC Classic Should Decide HOY

Mike Relva — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 20:43:24 GMT

DRAYNAY

Interesting you don't mention RA anymore.