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2008 Chestnut Colt

Trainer: Todd A. Pletcher
Jockey: Ramon A. Dominguez
Owner: Smith, Derrick. Magnier, Mrs. John and Tabor, Michael
Breeder: W. Bruce Lunsford, Hill 'n' Dale Equine Holdings, Inc., et al
California A.P. Indy Seattle Slew
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Madcap Escapade Hennessy
Sassy Pants
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YearSalePrice
2009Keeneland Association September 2009 Yearling Sale$1,000,000

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