What went into Javier Castellano's decision to drop Union Rags?
Country music star has talented 3-year-old pointing for Southwest Stakes.
Jason Shandler looks at Todd Pletcher's Derby hopefuls.
Bernardini colt could be the real deal if he figures out his gate issues.
Unbelievably, Hall of Famer Jonathan Sheppard has never saddled a Derby starter
A shoddy telecast and a couple of questionable winners stole the show.
Six years after Barbaro, Matz is back on the Derby trail.
There were only a few tough choices in 2011, but Horse of the Year wasn't one of them.
Want to waste $100? The Derby future book is the perfect place.
Trainer has promising juveniles Motor City and Timely Tally.
Jason Shandler provides updates on all 3YOs that won graded stakes this season.
Sherriff Cogburn takes on Iowa Derby for country music star Toby Keith.
With nearly six months in the books we have not solved a whole heck of a lot so far. Fortunately, we have the older females help generate excitement.
The Triple Crown drought lives on; which horses should have made history?
Son of Point Given could be a major 3YO threat in second half of 2011.
Selections for the Belmont and the late Pick 4 from Jason Shandler.
Photos and video from Jason Shandler's visit with Uncle Mo at Winstar Farm.
The Belmont should go a long way in helping decide the eventual 3YO champion.
The loss of Paddy O'Prado is a big loss in a year that's already without a superstar.
Join Jason Shandler and Tom LaMarra to talk Preakness.
Jason Shandler's picks for Saturday's big race.
Kentucky Derby 137 has come and gone, and before we move on to the Preakness let's take a few moments to dissect the race. I have several observations, but let's start out with the winner.
Join Jason Shandler and Tom LaMarra for a live, one hour chat Saturday at Noon EDT. Be ready to talk Derby and anything else that's on your mind.
Jason Shandler gives his two cents on the Kentucky Derby.
There are several longshots worthy of a second look in this wide-open Derby.
The Derby is getting closer. Are you ready? Join Jason Shandler for a live, one hour chat this Friday at Noon EDT to discuss all things Derby.
Part IV in an ongoing blog series authored by Mike Repole, owner of Kentucky Derby favorite Uncle Mo.
History has shown that stretch leaders have a great chance to win the Derby.
Join Jason Shandler and Tom LaMarra for a live, one hour chat this Friday at Noon EDT. Be ready to talk Derby and anything else that's on your mind.
Handicapping Derby 137 will be an especially daunting challenge.
Join Jason Shandler for a live, one hour chat this Friday at Noon EDT. Be ready to talk Derby and anything else that's on your mind.
If he wins the Arkansas Derby, The Factor will be the one to beat at Churchill.
Uncle Mo's stunning defeat has changed the entire complexion of the race...
A huge weekend of racing like this, which includes three Derby preps and opening weekend of Keeneland, needs little introduction. Let's get right to it.
The Florida Derby results were not exactly encouraging for most KY Derby prospects.
Over the next two weeks, Stay Thirsty and Uncle Mo will take their final steps before the Kentucky Derby.
If Elite Alex doesn't make the Derby, Calvin Borel is available.
With three Derby preps and the World Cup, this weekend offers plenty of action.
Sensational maiden winner earned 114 Beyer in debut for Steve Asmussen.
J P's Gusto tries to take down The Factor in crowded Rebel Stakes.
There is a possibility that the Derby favorite may stay in Florida instead of going to the Wood.
Will Brethren put away a seemingly overmatched field and continue his ascent to the top of the division? Who will shoot to the top of the class in California? And will Uncle Mo begin his season in style?
This weekend features Saturday's Gotham Stakes from Aqueduct, and a Sunday allowance race at Gulfstream that will serve as Dailed In's two-turn debut.
The Fountain of Youth is where the real Triple Crown trail begins. From this point forward, everything starts to get serious.
Trainer Al Stall Jr. being patient with freakishly fast 3YO Bind...Al Stall Jr. wants to make sure he squashes all of the Kentucky Derby talk before it even gets started.
All others and Uncle Mo are getting heavily bet so far.
A trio of under the radar Kentucky Derby horses to keep an eye on...
As part of special series leading up to the Triple Crown, Mike Repole, owner of undefeated champion Uncle Mo, has agreed to author an exclusive guest blog for Triple Crown Talk.
When it comes to finding Derby winners, the best prospects are in other places...
Owners of Derby threat have made the most of their weanling buys.
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