In an upcoming issue of The Blood-Horse MarketWatch , pedigree expert Avalyn Hunter ("Mahubah's Corner") will explore the widely-held belief that wins in specific races are a good predictor of future stallion...
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You've probably read all of their names at some point or other during the past year. A few might be longtime favorites whose pedigrees appear immediately in your mind's eye; others are perhaps more vague...
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You're here because you're a fan of Thorouhbred breeding and pedigrees. But can you be more specific? By now I hope you're familiar with the Pedigree Analysis columns on BloodHorse.com (including Porter...
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Several weeks ago, I started a poll asking whether it's a good time to be buying bloodstock. Over 61% of you said that you would at least consider purchasing a broodmare if you could find a good deal ...
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Before we begin, I wanted to let you know that we've got a new poll up and running: Time to Buy a Broodmare? The Thoroughbred breeding industry is in flux -- please take 30 seconds to have your vote counted...
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Last week, we debated whether temperament has anything to do with class or talent. I put forward that there seems to be an industry bias towards fiery spirits, and quick forgiveness for certain wild behavior...
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Over the years, I've picked up on a rather common opinion amongst the race crowd that performance is closely tied to attitude. Specifically, there's a widespread belief that the unrestrained behavior of...
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First, some old business. The results of last week's poll ("We Are Family") asked if/when a horse's female family influences your purchase decisions. Not surprisingly (you're reading a pedigree blog ,...
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Eight Belles . We all send condolences to her connections, whose dreams were shattered only moments after such an exhilarating performance. The event will be examined from every angle over the next many...
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A few minutes ago, I posted some notes about Saturday's Kentucky Derby and name my favorites. I'd like to know who you think should win it, based solely on pedigree. Check out this week's poll .
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