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February 2009 - Posts

Ky. Derby Trail: Dunkirk Evacuation?

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Because of the lack of 3-year-old races this past weekend, we're going into full detail on Dunkirk's race. Another reason we're giving it a good deal of space is the big buzz it created....

Ky. Derby Trail: Southwest & Middle East

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Although there was nothing over the weekend to knock your proverbial socks off, there were a few races that could steer you toward a horse or two as potential Derby material....

Ky. Derby Trail: The Challenge is On

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So, 23 "elite" 3-year-olds have been chosen to make up the first Kentucky Derby Future Wager field. Well, several of those who didn't make the cut are up in arms over the selections and are offering a challenge to the so-called leading Derby contenders....

Ky. Derby Trail: Nile Flowing Fast

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It was an excellent weekend on the old trail, with some first-class performances, not only by the winners, but several of the losers as well....

Ky. Derby Trail: Mid-Week Melange

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Because the Top 30 list took up a great deal of Monday's column, we'll go double duty this week and catch up on some updates and ramblings and look at the Risen Star Stakes....