Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Eric — Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:54:46 GMT

Zenyatta's two Breeders Cup wins came on the plastic. It seems interesting that some people can rank a mare "great" when she doesn't have a single major victory against males on the dirt. Actually, she doesn't even have a win in a race of national significance on dirt. I'm content to let the Mosses enjoy their Horse of the Career award rather than Horse of the Year. Moving past that.

There were major doubts about Secretariat getting the classic distance and beyond. We all know what happened. His pedigree does hold some similarities to that of Uncle Mo- the speed comes from the sire and stamina from the dam. Uncle Mo's dam Playa Maya is by Arch, a horse that has transmitted stamina to his offspring (Blame is one that comes to mind). So, do not write off Mo because of his pedigree. He has as reasonable a shot at the Derby as the other competitors. I do hope they run him in the Florida Derby because that will be the bigger test.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Meydan Rocks — Mon, 21 Mar 2011 02:02:34 GMT

Just curious - Re: the Pletcher/Sherreffs stat comparison debate.

Has Sherreffs gotten the same type quality stock across the board that Pletcher has had available to him?

Is there a fair way to compare them since Pletcher consistently has larger stables.

Who are the math whizes and statisticians among us?

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Pedigree Ann — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 12:06:12 GMT

You trying to wind me up, Jason? You must know we in the Bluegrass bleed Blue for the Wildcats. And ever more in the lore of the Big Blue Nation, the words "Christian Laettner" ensure a shiver, a snarl, and/or a sigh for due glory lost.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

StonesRoy — Sat, 19 Mar 2011 01:18:32 GMT

Props for the Rachel McAdams reference, Jason.

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Pedigree Ann — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 20:59:08 GMT

"Legs? Like Marlene Dietrich, Sophia Loren, Cyd Charisse..."

Oh, drat. Here I thought you were talking about Legs, the 2006 New Zealand Oaks winner. Sired by the stallion Pins, so you know where her name came from. For those of you who care about such things, Pins descends in tail-male from the Hall-of-Famer Tom Fool.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Jason Shandler — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 20:53:44 GMT

Christian Laettner? You mean the guy who excelled at the college level but couldnt quite cut it against the best in the NBA? Good analogy Ann.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Pedigree Ann — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 20:47:32 GMT

"I don't BLAME all of you for still being upset. It will probably take a lifetime to get over. Tough, tough loss, but such is sports."

Two words for you: Christian Laettner.

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MonicaV — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 19:05:33 GMT

Juliet Prowse was an amazing dancer and did have gorgeous legs. I remember watching her dancing on variety shows on TV. She made a movie with Elvis and had her own TV show called Mona McCluskey. She was really something. The stars in those days didn't rely on implants and lip injections to look beautiful.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Footlick — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 04:05:42 GMT

2009 BCC Winner's Auntie- time does fly. It was an amazing era, the 60's and the 70's, especially those three TC winners. But also the amazing horses who were running as their adversaries, the distance races that horses ran in (which I really miss), the TC preps in Florida, New York and California, all having their own series and having top fields, the Championship season in the fall. It all seems amazing looking back on it.

Laz- Juliette Prowse did have amazing legs. But she was a trained dancer, just like Cyd Charisse. I would have to say Juliette Prowse was possibly the best South African import we have ever had in the US-lol.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

stevebiscuit — Fri, 18 Mar 2011 00:46:23 GMT

"above average"?

What happened to you Jason? What made you sink down to this level of pettiness? What ever happened to the Jason that wrote the blog "Humble Pie" after Zenyatta's historic Breeders Cup Classic win? You certainly didn't regard as just "above average" then, so why the sudden change? What's this vendetta you have with her? I understand your annoyance with those who regard her as the best horse in history, even better than Secretariat or even The Bid, but isn't it fair to say that she, like them, is among the best of her decade, up there with the likes of Ghostzapper, Invasor, Curlin, or Tiznow? Perhaps even the last 2 decades? I just don't get it Jason, she had your praise in 2008 and even your vote for Horse of the Year(which, after looking through the archives I was shocked to find Draynay actually arguing for Zenyatta over Curlin), then in 2009 she didn't get your vote but you still gave her her due for what she did in the Classic. Why was it that in 2010 your opinion seemed to drastically change? Please help me to understand.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Mike Relva — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 23:10:53 GMT

JASON

Trust me,history will be KIND to the "above average mare". She will be regarded in the top three at least.

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Zen's Auntie — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 20:15:08 GMT

Nice Rebel write up Jason

I see Bandbox is showing up for the Private Terms stakes at Laurel this weekend Look for him to improve that driving style and get in front this time.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Zens Auntie — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:22:37 GMT

A guy and his buddy thirsty from the drive, walk into a bar in a little town along the road. They head in following a local fellow in front of them to the bar.

as thay approach the bar, The bartenter crudely adresses the guy in front of the two friends.

"hey Jackass" says the sud's slinger "you wanna Beer?"

The one buddy turns to the other and remarks what a dreadfully forward and nasty sot the bartender seems to be then he asks the man in front of him

"Pardon me, doesnt it bother you when he talks to you that way, you ought to stand up for yourself man"

To which the first man, finally speaks up and replies (in a now apparent pronounced stutter)

"Oh th, th, thanks b but He all... he all, He always says that"

Sorry Jason couldnt resist.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Householder — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:11:23 GMT

Well it is settled then. Uncle Mo goes to the Wood. The winner of the Wood has produced 4 of the 11 Triple Crown winners (36% clip). He will be facing Arazi, Easy Goer, and the 3 million dollar Lukas wonder horse Houston.

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Zen's Auntie — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 19:08:12 GMT

Laz you mention I think a set amongst the finest sets of Equine legs ever to grace a california track in that HOT Gal Black Ruby.

Half Donkey is My favorite kind

Iz just messin with ya F Apple, my Spelling sucks, without spell check my 70's early education and deeply fonetic beginings show through laffably - see what I mean

tcc more good info thanks, my boy has the 1 post huh? is that bad? What can you tell me about John Court?

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tcc — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:47:05 GMT

Coupled Entries - Bluegrass Jam, J W Blue

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tcc — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:44:31 GMT

Jason:

Rebel Draw

1 Archarcharch – Jon Court

2 Alternation – Luis Quinonez

3 Dreaminofthewin – Cliff Berry

4 Picko’s Pride – Isreal Ocampo

5 J P’s Gusto – Ramon Dominguez

6 The Factor – Martin Garcia

7 Caleb’s Posse – Eddie Razo

8 Saratoga Red – Terry Thompson

9 Sway Away – Garrett Gomez

10 Elite Alex – Calvin Borel

11 Glint – Gabriel Saez

12 Bluegrass Jam – Michael Baze

13 J W Blue – Joe Rocco Jr.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

no mo mo — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:40:16 GMT

Let me know when Uncle Mo gets whipped. Does anyone know what that top horse St. Trinians has done lately. You know, the one that was soooo good and almost beat Zenyatta? Ouch.

Draynay 16 Mar 2011 11:58 PM

Don't worry draynay we'll let you know when he gets whipped. By the way what has Unca Schmoe done lately? That's a big fat nothing except run in a minor stakes race agains 4 nobodys. Even RA might have been able to win that one.

Uncle Mo will not win the Kentucky Derby!!

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Forbidden Apple — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:38:38 GMT

My fault, I almost always proofread, I was writing in a hurry after reading all of the above garbage. The only thing that matters is that Uncle Mo will not win the Triple Crown. One race at a time pease, like starting with the upcoming Rebel. Sway Away is my top pick.

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LAZMANNICK — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:32:15 GMT

Jason

Seeing that you're a donkey, do you think you could beat Black Ruby is a foot race. They could call it the Jackass Derby.....I couldn't resist...just kidding.

Nice thought though, Zen on top of the top fifty fillies and mares all time.

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Coulda beena Grand Prix Dressage Horse's Auntie — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:12:14 GMT

Forbidden Apple, I wish all this time I waste thinking about Thoroughbred Horses would help me waste away at the Waist but alas its ony good for the heart and guts...

I used to waste time defending horses I like. Now your right and its History or maybe HERSTORY. yuck yuck

I think, knowing a few, that pretty much all TB's would tell you if given the chance in the words of the imortal Popeye the Sailor

"I YAM WHAT I YAM. Now pass my oats please", and that is plenty.

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Archarcharch's Auntie too — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 18:00:12 GMT

Oh I like that tcc you is a thinker.

Yes what with His Daddy being a brother from another Mother we do like Archarcharch.

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Jason Shandler — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:58:09 GMT

Forbidden Apple: Is it a waste of time or a waist of time? Just need some clarification since I'm a donkey.

The above average mare did some nice things. She will certainly go down as one of the top 50 mares of all-time. Take solace in that.

re: Another Audible for Uncle Mo?

Forbidden Apple — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:54:42 GMT

It is simply a waist of time to argue back and forth with someone who is closed minded. Some of you folks have forgotten who won the 2009 B.C. Classic and who was 2nd in the 2010 B.C. Classic by a quickly diminishing head. If Zenyatta beat Blame in the 2010 Classic, some of you donkeys still would not respect her.

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2009 BCC Winner's Auntie — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 17:53:07 GMT

Yes Yes Foot the good old days... The goofy 70's we sure didnt appreciate it enough then did we?

Is it really all 30 Plus years ago? The last of the innocence.

Hey remember when we had 3 TC winners in the span of 6 years?