Under Lights, Derby Trial Draws Solid Field

The Cliff's Edge Derby Trial (gr. III) isn't much of a Kentucky Derby (gr. I) trial anymore, but that has not prevented the race from drawing a strong mix of sprinters/milers on opening night at Churchill Downs.

New Stars Could Shine This Weekend

We could see some new faces on the Derby Trail, despite the presence of Uncle Mo and Brethren.

THS: San Felipe Stakes 2011

Jason, Tom and Rich handicap the San Felipe (gr. II), Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II) and the Timely Writer S.

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Brethren Draws Outside Post Again in TB Derby

Brethren drew post 10 again for the $350,000 Tampa Bay Derby (gr. II), where he is expected to go off as the heavy favorite in the 1 1/16-mile contest. Uncle Mo was also entered but is expected to scratch.

All Eyes on Brethren in Sam F. Davis

Should Brethren run big in the $225,000 Sam F. Davis Stakes (gr. III) Feb. 12 at Tampa Bay Downs, the WinStar Farm homebred is sure to join the mix as a serious Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) contender.

Ky. Derby Trail: A Challenge to the Dozen

Debuting this week is the Derby Dozen. But what are the chances even half of those horses listed will even make it to Churchill Downs? And what are the chances the Derby winner is among them?

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Soldat Romps in Gulfstream Allowance

Soldat stamped himself as a prominent Triple Crown candidate at Gulfstream Park Jan. 21 when posting a dominating 10 3/4-length victory in the featured ninth race.

Allowance With Derby Implications?

A Friday allowance race at Gulfstream could produce Kentucky Derby contenders.

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