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Dearth of 2010 Stallion Prospects From Breeders' Cup 2009 Champs

Will 2009's running be the first edition of the Breeders' Cup that doesn't introduce a hot stallion prospect to the American Thoroughbred breeding market?

Milwaukee Brew Hails Canada as Windfields Ends Era

Florida's Milwaukee Brew is making a name for himself -- way up north.

French Classic Winner Silver Frost Combines Euro, American Lines

A seriously international sire line paired with an all-American female family gives us French classic winner Silver Frost. A lesson in French is included at no charge, and an Ivory Soap commercial falls into the mix somehow.

Mine That Bird's Misleading Dosage Profile

Last week I said that future Derby winners would have a higher Dosage Index than in the past. It happened this year -- but here's why Mine That Bird's win does NOT add value to my prediction.

Powered by Dodge and Presented by Yum! Brands

The Kentucky Derby is only 10-odd weeks away. Get ready for the ubiquitous Yum! debates.

Zenyatta Earns Horse of the Year Honors

Stock in ZENYATTA went soaring today while CURLIN finished out of the money for the first time in his career. Quite a Breeders' Cup -- and now all signs point to Zenyatta as 2008 Horse of the Year.

Thoroughbred Female Families - Family 4 Goes 1-2 in Alabama Stakes

Two of the best sophomore fillies in America are from the same female family. You've got to go way, way back to find the common dam, though.

Archipenko Worth a Million for an Old Mare

Archipenko stands out for two reasons, both related to his female family. His dam was old when she produced him, and his granddam is a truly special mare.

Kentucky Derby Winner, Guaranteed

Just in time for the KENTUCKY DERBY, here are a couple of must-read features. Plus, my TOP 3 picks for fame and glory this coming Saturday.

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