Visions of May

re: Visions of May

Smittytoo — Sun, 16 Mar 2008 21:20:40 GMT

After taking another look at Court Vision in the FOY, he really should have been able to make up some ground in the stretch against a horse catching asthma. He needs to step it up in his next for me to include him in my derby day bets.

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Johnny — Fri, 07 Mar 2008 05:48:52 GMT

I've been on War Pass's bandwagon since before he won the Breeders' Cup Juvenile and I'm in his corner all the way; but at the same time, I certainly respect the other horses, especially Court Vision. Like the gentleman said, Court Vision is a "contender." When you have a horse that works that hard, gets knocked around, or starts well out of it, then digs in and closes like he does, it's like watching a prizefighter get hit in the face several times or even knocked down, then get right back up and come at you; and keep coming. If you're facing an opponent like that, you're in trouble. Court Vision is and will continue to be that kind of opponent.

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Slew.em.All — Tue, 04 Mar 2008 20:19:33 GMT

Oh please,Court Vision has beaten a bunch of plodders (like himself),keep in mind Cool Coal Man is still improving, has an excellent record & a great turn-of-foot speed. Plodders do not win Derbies..(Giacomo got lucky!!)

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Smittytoo — Mon, 03 Mar 2008 17:57:27 GMT

War Pass looked impressive, but ran against absolutely nothing in his paid workout. To me the jury`s out on whether he has any staying power when challenged on the front end.(Another Commentator?) If the derby were run today I`d likely leave him out of my exotics. He may change my mind with his next prep, but not right now. As for the FOY, Court Vision and Elysium Fields are the only two I think can go on. The winner looked exhausted after the race in whatever time it was run.

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Brs? — Sat, 01 Mar 2008 05:43:24 GMT

Never have we had a mention of Bill Mott during the Triple Crown in ages, if at all. Remember that Barclay Tagg was an unknown nationally before Funny Cide hit the scene (and Tagg was damn good at what he did prior to FC running). Mott has trained champs before so he knows how to create and coddle a winner. Don't underestimate him. Especially with the the owners now who have some coin that provide him with the young stock he has.

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Nailhead — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 22:03:39 GMT

Court Vision ran an excellent race in his first start back and is certainly a Derby contender. However, I believe Elysium Fields is the one to watch (and beat) after his FOY performance. Kent D got the jump nearing the top of the stretch with Cool Coal Man, while Eibar Coa wasn't quick enough pulling the trigger with Elysium Fields. Even so, Elysium Fields fought back and proved his toughness, which should serve him well on the Triple Crown trail.

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jshandler — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 16:42:24 GMT

Virus: New York racing, despite its troubles with management, is still among the nation's elite. It will always remain that way.

As for Boston, I believe that we will see a big resurgence in the coming years. They have new leadership that is committed to improving racing. I think you will see, in the next couple years, Suffolk Downs start to become a major player in the industry.

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Virus — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 15:10:18 GMT

Jason - your analysis is spot on, as usual. Not really on point, but curious about your thoughts regarding the future of horse racing in the Northeast (NYC, Boston, etc.). Chance of a resurgence???

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DUMP — Fri, 29 Feb 2008 13:45:37 GMT

Great Blog. Good insight. Court Vision showed his toughness. However, War Pass looked so tough winning with ease this month and looks like a contender.

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Trackman — Thu, 28 Feb 2008 16:36:36 GMT

Court Vision had a trip from hell in the REMSEN, but displayed toughness and determination in winning. He has ALREADY experienced in that race alone what many of these Derby hopefuls haven't, i.e. SEVERE bumping and shoving, COMPLTELY bottled up in traffic, most horses would have quit, but C.V bullied his way thru and closed relentlessly making up 4 lengths to win. He has shown grit and tenacity.The FOY was a perfect prep for Court Vision to start off the year. He wasnt expected to be fully cranked first time out,but the race served its purpose well. The horse ran very good and will progress forward, THATS what preps are designed to do. The big prize is 2 months still two months away and i dont know if Court Vision will have one more or two more preps, but, barring any injury, one thing im confident about is Bill Mott will have this horse primed for its best effort on Derby Day.

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War Pass — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:21:34 GMT

Pyro and Court Vision are not catching War Pass. Just looking at him he has progressed at 3 nicely and is the best horse in the land. To win the derby you have to outrun your pedigree. It looks like he is certainly doing that. Look for him to go into Louisville on the first Saturday in May undefeated and win it by five!!!

To be the Man you have to beat the Man.

War Pass is my Pick for Derby 134!!

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Z-Bass — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 17:46:23 GMT

Thanks for the insight. I'll be heading down the Derby and need some local knowledge.

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Bruce — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 03:06:42 GMT

Jason,

Right on about Court Vision. You know your horses...good observation

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Alex — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 02:01:53 GMT

Jason, happy to see your blog here. Best of luck.

While discussing the FOY, I happen to love the way that Elysium Fields was moving and cannot discount him. War Pass reminded me of Bernardini running in the Jim Dandy and Travers. Still I'm a sucker for any horse that can close like a bomb. Thus Pyro is my pick to win. That plus the fact that most people discount Shaun Bridgmohan should add to his price. Definitely cannot be overlooked in any box play.

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jshandler — Wed, 27 Feb 2008 00:46:21 GMT

I think the connections got exactly what they wanted out of Court Vision. At this point in the game, a victory is not the end-all, be-all.

Although, point well taken Sandy, a softer, shorter spot may have been more ideal.