Tracking Barbaro's Brothers : barbaro

Lentenor Entered, But Jacksons Will Probably Miss Debut

rmitchell — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:42:00 GMT

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....(read more)

October 4, 2005: A Date to Remember

rmitchell — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 13:23:00 GMT

October 4 marks the anniversary of Barbaro winning his career debut at Delaware Park in 2005. ...(read more)

Nicanor Works; Backing Off on Lentenor

rmitchell — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:46:00 GMT

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....(read more)

Drumroll Please: Dam of Barbaro is Carrying a Filly!

rmitchell — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 00:13:00 GMT

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. ...(read more)

Lentenor Works Again at Fair HIll

rmitchell — Mon, 29 Jun 2009 16:49:00 GMT

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. ...(read more)

Nicky Wins Again; Stakes Company Next?

rmitchell — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 20:48:00 GMT

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....(read more)

La Ville Rouge Passes 30-Day Pregnancy Test

rmitchell — Sat, 30 May 2009 12:18:00 GMT

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....(read more)

Still Open--Under New Management--Updated 5/30

rmitchell — Fri, 29 May 2009 12:10:00 GMT

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 ...(read more)

Barbaro's Memorial

aduckworth — Sun, 26 Apr 2009 14:37:00 GMT

April 26 was the public unveiling of a larger-than-life bronze statue of Barbaro at Churchill Downs...(read more)

Nicanor Works; Special Offer

aduckworth — Sun, 19 Apr 2009 16:52:00 GMT

Nicanor posted his second work at Keeneland, but will be leaving Lexington soon to head north. Also, a special book offer....(read more)

It's A Boy!

aduckworth — Wed, 11 Mar 2009 13:16:00 GMT

La Ville Rouge produced another full brother to Barbaro March 10 at Mill Ridge Farm near Lexington....(read more)

Lentenor Video

aduckworth — Fri, 30 Jan 2009 20:25:00 GMT

As promised, a recent video of Lentenor is now available!!...(read more)

Nicanor Works Toward Racing Debut

aduckworth — Sun, 18 Jan 2009 14:56:00 GMT

On Jan. 17, Nicanor continued to work toward his eagerly anticipated racing debut....(read more)

Looking Back to Look Forward

aduckworth — Wed, 27 Aug 2008 19:30:00 GMT

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. ...(read more)

Nicanor Included in Celebration of Barbaro Event

aduckworth — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 20:34:00 GMT

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....(read more)