28 Oct 2009 3:42 PM
Like all of us, Roy and Gretchen Jackson have been eagerly awaiting the career debut of Lentenor, and now that Barbaro's brother is ready to make his first start at Keeneland on Saturday, Oct. 31, they will probably miss it.
02 Oct 2009 9:23 AM
October 4 marks the anniversary of Barbaro winning his career debut at Delaware Park in 2005.
07 Jul 2009 11:46 AM
Nicanor, the 3-year-old full brother to Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, continued to work toward his next start when he breezed five furlongs in 1:01 at Fair Hill Training Center July 7. The time was co-fastest of the day among five working that distance on the fast main track.
29 Jun 2009 8:13 PM
La Ville Rouge, the dam of ill-fated Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, has been checked in foal at the 62-day stage of her pregnancy for 2009 and is believed to be carrying a filly.
29 Jun 2009 12:49 PM
Lentenor, the 2-year-old full brother to ill-fated Barbaro and to up-and-coming turf specialist Nicanor, turned in another workout June 29 at Fair Hill Training Center.
17 Jun 2009 4:48 PM
Sent off as the 2-5 favorite, Nicanor ran off with the field Wednesday to post his second consecutive win and remain undefeated on grass with an impressive victory at Delaware Park.
30 May 2009 8:18 AM
La Ville Rouge, the dam of Kentucky Derby winner Barbaro, has been tested in foal to Dynaformer at the critical 30-day juncture of her pregnancy.
29 May 2009 8:10 AM
Hey guys,
Thanks for your patience. I know you all have been concerned about the administration of this blog. As online managing editor of bloodhorse.com I will be managing this blog and welcome any feedback you might have (rmitchell@bloodhorse.com). Certainly, as Nicanor and Lentenor and other relatives continue down the road, we will provide timely updates and occasional features. Thanks for your support and patience. Ron Mitchell
26 Apr 2009 10:37 AM
April 26 was the public unveiling of a larger-than-life bronze statue of Barbaro at Churchill Downs
19 Apr 2009 12:52 PM
Nicanor posted his second work at Keeneland, but will be leaving Lexington soon to head north. Also, a special book offer.
11 Mar 2009 9:16 AM
La Ville Rouge produced another full brother to Barbaro March 10 at Mill Ridge Farm near Lexington.
30 Jan 2009 3:25 PM
As promised, a recent video of Lentenor is now available!!
18 Jan 2009 9:56 AM
On Jan. 17, Nicanor continued to work toward his eagerly anticipated racing debut.
27 Aug 2008 3:30 PM
Although it is very important not to confuse Nicanor with his siblings, a quick peek at his family history might help ease the worried minds of those who are concerned he hasn't raced yet.
23 Jul 2008 4:34 PM
Over the weekend of July 11, the group "Fans of Barbaro," held its three-day "Celebration of Barbaro," which took place at various venues around Delaware Park...and included a visit with Nicanor.
