Legacy of Courtly Dee
The one-time $15,000 claimer is an influence in some of today's stakes winners.
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Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
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Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Courtney Heeney
Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos
Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Courtney Heeney
Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
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Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Courtney Heeney
Bayern wins the 2014 Woody Stephens Stakes.
Photo: Coglianese Photos/Lauren King
Bayern - Pimlico, May 15, 2014
Photo: Rick Samuels
Bayern - Pimlico, May 15, 2014.
Photo: Jim McCue, Maryland Jockey Club
Bayern jogs at Pimlico May 15.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Bayern jogs at Pimlico May 15.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Bayern jogs at Pimlico May 15.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Bayern arrives at Pimlico on May 14, 2014.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April, 2014.
Photo: Reed Palmer Photography, Churchill Downs
Bayern - Churchill Downs, April 25, 2014.
Photo: Anne M. Eberhardt
Bayern, with Gary Stevens aboard, wins a $58,000 allowance test for 3-year-olds at Santa Anita by 15 lengths.
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| Trainer | Bob Baffert |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Gary L. Stevens |
| Owner | Kaleem Shah, Inc. |
| Breeder | Helen Alexander |
Pedigree
| Bayern View Five-Cross Pedigree | Offlee Wild | Wild Again |
| Alvear | ||
| Alittlebitearly | Thunder Gulch | |
| Aquilegia |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FTMMAY2013 Hip 145 |
Two-year-old | Ed Savant | Eddie Woods, agent | $320,000 |
Slideshow: 2014 Belmont Stakes Day Sights
People, horses, and scenes that make Belmont Stakes Day unique. View Slideshow
Bayern Runs Away With Woody Stephens
Returning to sprinting after finishing off the board in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I), Bayern drew off in the stretch to post an easy victory in the $500,000 Woody Stephens Stakes (gr. II) June 7 at Belmont Park.
Social Inclusion Cuts Back in Woody Stephens
As the owner of the speedy 3-year-old Social Inclusion, Ronald Sanchez chose the $500,000 Woody Stephens (gr. II) June 7 instead of taking another shot at Triple Crown aspirant California Chrome in the Belmont Stakes.
Preakness Stakes Day Scene Setter
Claire Novak checks in with an update from Pimlico on Preakness day, including a report on who went to the track this morning. Watch Video
Preakness Preview: Hooked on a Feeling
There is always hope for the Kentucky Derby (gr. I) winner when he gallops into the Preakness, and through him hope for racing to realize the making of another legend.
And They're Off: Preakness Edition
Lenny Shulman and Steve Haskin look back at the Derby, and forward to the Preakness, including picks for that race. Sponsored by Darby Dan Farm. Watch Video
That Handicapping Show: Preakness Stakes
- By Claire Novak
Is California Chrome the real deal? Will blinkers off help Bayern? Will up and coming Kid Cruz hit the board? All of these questions and more in this week's episode! watch video
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Haskin: Hard to Go Against Chrome
Steve Haskin shares his Preakness selections. read blog
Preakness News Update for May 15, 2014
Claire Novak updates us on the Preakness Stakes new arrivals, how the athletes looked on the track and other developing news. Ring Weekend, California Chrome, Ria Antonia, Bayern, Pablo Del Monte, Dynamic Impact and more! Watch Video
New Arrivals Stretch Legs at Pimlico
After traveling together from Louisville to Baltimore May 14, Preakness Stakes (gr. I) contenders Ria Antonia, Bayern, Dynamic Impact, and Pablo Del Monte all stretched their legs May 15 on a cloudy day at Pimlico.
California Chrome Gets Post 3 for Preakness
Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner California Chrome drew post 3 for the $1.5 million Preakness Stakes (gr. I) at Pimlico Race Course May 14.
Pimlico Welcomes Final Louisville Shippers
After the vans pulled in late the afternoon of May 14, all the contenders for the $1.5 million Preakness Stakes (gr. I) were on the grounds at Pimlico Race Course except for Ring Weekend, who will arrive May 15 before noon.
Preakness Stakes News Update for May 14, 2014
Claire Novak updates us on location at Pimlico for the Preakness Stakes. Learn about Ride On Curlin's work with comments from Billy Gowan. See Kid Cruz, California Chrome, General a Rod, Social Inclusion and more! watch video
Striking Similarities: Bayern and Paynter
Could Bayern be sitting on a career-best performance in Saturday's Preakness Stakes? read blog
California Chrome Arrives at Pimlico
Kentucky Derby winner California Chrome arrived at Pimlico Race Course Monday at 3:12 p.m. EDT to continue his quest for an elusive Triple Crown sweep in Saturday's 139th Preakness Stakes.
Social Inclusion, Bayern Prep for Preakness
A pair of grade I-placed colts who will make their Triple Crown racing debuts in the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) wrapped up their serious exercise before the Maryland classic with workouts Monday, May 12.
Ria Antonia, Dynamic Impact Work at Churchill
Ria Antonia worked a half-mile in :47 3/5 over a track labeled as good the morning of May 11 at Churchill Downs with a decision looming on whether the 3-year-old filly is to take on males in the upcoming Preaknes
'Chrome Gallops at Rain-Soaked Churchill
After heavy rain overnight in Louisville, Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner California Chrome was out a bit earlier than usual the morning of May 10 for a routine gallop at Churchill Downs.
General a Rod Latest to Join Preakness Mix
Kentucky Derby (gr. I) winner California Chrome and seventh-place finisher Ride On Curlin will be joined in the May 17 Preakness Stakes (gr. I) by General a Rod, who finished 11th in the Derby.
Will Speed Threaten 'Chrome' in Preakness?
California Chrome had no trouble handling the plethora of speed horses in the Kentucky Derby. Will the new wave of talented speed horses expected for the May 17 Preakness Stakes (gr. I) pose a bigger problem for him?
California Chrome Jogs at Churchill Downs
Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) winner California Chrome made his first appearance on the track at Churchill Downs the morning of May 7 since winning the 140th Run for the Roses.
Social Inclusion Ready to Ship to Pimlico
Social Inclusion, third-place finisher in the Wood Memorial, has recovered sufficiently from a bruised foot to travel to Pimlico Race Course, where he will be prepared for the May 17 Preakness Stakes.
Rosario Named on Ride On Curlin for Preakness
Joel Rosario, who finished 11th in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) aboard General a Rod, will have the Preakness Stakes (gr. I) mount aboard Daniel Dougherty's Ride On Curlin.
Napravnik to Serve Suspension After Derby
Jockey Rosie Napravnik will serve a four-day suspension after she rides Vicar's in Trouble in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) May 3.
Trainer Bob Baffert Talks Kentucky Derby
Trainer Bob Baffert discusses Chitu's workout, Bayern's Derby Trial DQ and more. April 27, 2014. watch video
After the Wire: Derby Trial S. and KY Derby
J. Keeler Johnson fills in for Evan Hammonds to recap the Derby Trial Stakes and preview several Kentucky Derby performances. watch video
Fever Knocks Ring Weekend Out of Derby
Trainer Graham Motion said because of a fever, Tampa Bay Derby (gr. III) winner Ring Weekend is no longer being considered for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
Embellishing Bob Gets Derby Trial Win on DQ
Embellishing Bob, stepping up into graded stakes company off a maiden win, won the Derby Trial (gr. III) on the disqualification of Bayern under the lights on the opening night of the Churchill Downs spring meet April 26.
Haskin Derby Report: Let the Works Begin
- By Steve Haskin
From Kentucky to New York to California to Maryland, there were Kentucky Derby works galore the past two days. read blog
TimeformUS Stakes Plays from Keeneland
TimeformUS Stakes Plays from Keeneland and Churchill read blog
That Handicapping Show: Derby Trial Stakes
Claire Novak and Frank Angst handicap the Derby Trial Stakes that may hold a few Preakness contenders. Claire picked the winner of the Illinois Derby last week. watch video
Baffert Duo Has Derby Trial as Backup Plan
As usual, trainer Bob Baffert has the racing world hanging on his every move leading up to the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), even as he enters horses in the April 26 Derby Trial (gr. III).
One for the Roses: Danza
Steve Haskin shares his thoughts on Danza's shocking performance in the Arkansas Derby and what it could mean for the Kentucky Derby contender.
Baffert Duo Chitu, Bayern in Derby Works
Chitu and Bayern, two possible starters in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands for Hall of Fame trainer Bob Baffert, breezed a half-mile at Churchill Downs April 21 as they continued preparations for the May 3 race.
Danza Dominates in Arkansas Derby Shocker
Danza sent shock waves through the crowd of 63,186 at Oaklawn Park when he took command in upper stretch at odds of 41-1 and rolled to a 4 3/4-length victory in the $1 million Arkansas Derby (gr. I) April 12.
Predicteform Arkansas Derby Analysis
Brisnet.com Predicteform Horse-by-Horse Arkansas Derby Analysis read blog
Bayern Takes Oaklawn Spin for Arkansas Derby
Leading Arkansas Derby (gr. I) contender Bayern got his first feel for the Oaklawn Park racing strip the morning of April 10 after arriving a day earlier with the contingent of California horses competing this weekend.
Is Bobby's Kitten Ready to Roar?
Will Bobby's Kitten stamp himself as a Kentucky Derby contender with a strong showing in the Blue Grass Stakes? read blog
Arkansas Derby Invader Bayern Meets Tapiture
Tapiture, Strong Mandate, and Ride On Curlin butt heads once more at Oaklawn Park in the The $1 million Arkansas Derby (gr. I) April 12, and they'll be joined by another new shooter from the Bob Baffert barn in Bayern.
Ride On Curlin Has Final Arkansas Derby Drill
Ride On Curlin, a leading contender for the upcoming $1 million Arkansas Derby (gr. I), had his last major drill before the race April 6, breezing seven furlongs in 1:26 4/5 at Oaklawn Park.
Tapiture in Sharp Drill For Arkansas Derby
Steve Asmussen-trained colt will be the likely favorite in 1 1/8-mile test at Oaklawn
Field Selection Tops Final Derby Future Wager
For only the third time in the 16-year history of the Kentucky Derby Future Wager's final pool, bettors were unable to decide on an individual horse, instead making the Mutuel Field the top choice.
One for the Roses: Constitution
Steve Haskin looks at the Florida Derby, examining Constitution and Cairo Prince.
California Chrome to Run in Santa Anita Derby
California Chrome is headed for the $1 million Santa Anita Derby (gr. I) April 5, trainer Art Sherman confirmed from his headquarters at Los Alamitos Race Course.
And They're Off: March Madness Edition
Lenny Shulman and Steve Haskin talk about the Rebel, including Tapiture's trip, look at the Spiral and the Sunland Derby, discuss the Hall of Fame nominees, and talk to Bob Baffert about Hoppertunity, Bayern, and more. Watch Video
Candy Boy Sharpens Up for Santa Anita Derby
Robert B. Lewis Stakes (gr. I) winner Candy Boy, moving closer to the $1 million Santa Anita Derby (gr. I), worked five furlongs on Santa Anita's main track the morning of March 14 in :59 2/5.
California Chrome Shines Again in San Felipe
Favored California Chome proved he belongs on the Triple Crown trail with a front-running stampede to victory in the $300,000 San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) March 8 at gleaming Santa Anita Park.
Bayern Out of San Felipe With Bruised Quarter
Bayern, an impressive 15-length allowance winner last time out for trainer Bob Baffert, will miss the March 8 San Felipe Stakes (gr. II) at Santa Anita Park due to a bruised quarter.
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