Scat Daddy Stakes Winners Keep Rolling
The sire power lost when Scat Daddy collapsed and died suddenly Dec. 14, 2015, at age 11 was substantial, but he has six sons standing at stud.
Frac Daddy
- Gray or Roan Colt
- Born 2010
- KY-Bred
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FRAC DADDY The Ben Ali Stakes Gr III - 84th Running Keeneland Race Course Lexington, Kentucky April 19, 2014 Purse $150,000 1-1/8 Miles 1:45.61 Magic City Thoroughbred Partners, Owner Kenneth G. McPeek, Trainer Alan Garcia, Jockey Stealcase (2nd) Nikki's Sandcastle (3rd) $13.20 $6.80 $5.00 Order of Finish - 9, 2, 3, 10 Please Give Photo Credit To: / Coady Photography
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Frac Daddy wins the Eclipse Stakes.
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Frac Daddy wins the Eclipse Stakes.
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Frac Daddy
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Frac Daddy getting a bath.
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Frac Daddy on the track at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2013. Photo By: Chad B. Harmon
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Frac Daddy at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2013. Photo By: Chad B. Harmon
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Frac Daddy at Churchill Downs on May 2, 2013. Photo By: Chad B. Harmon
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Frac Daddy, Kentucky Derby 2013 Churchill Downs, Louisville KY, photo by Mathea Kelley, 4/29/13
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Caption: Frac Daddy works and scenes at Churchill Downs near Louisville, Ky. on April 27, 2013, during Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks week. 1Works4_27_13 image222 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Frac Daddy schooling in the paddock Friday morning during the early stages of Tropical Storm Andrea... © 2013 Rick Samuels/The Blood-Horse
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Frac Daddy getting a bath Thursday morning... © 2013 Rick Samuels/The Blood-Horse
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Frac Daddy at Belmont Thursday morning... © 2013 Rick Samuels/The Blood-Horse
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Frac Daddy wins the 2014 Ben Ali.
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Frac Daddy wins the 2014 Ben Ali.
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Frac Daddy wins the 2014 Ben Ali.
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Frac Daddy wins the 2014 Ben Ali.
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Frac Daddy - Belmont Park, June 7, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Belmont Park, June 6, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Belmont Park, June 6, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Belmont Park, June 6, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Belmont Park, June 6, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Churchill Downs, May 2, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Churchill Downs, May 2, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2013.
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Frac Daddy - Churchill Downs, May 1, 2013.
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Java's War (L) and stablemate Frac Daddy, getting their baths.
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Frac Daddy - Churchill Downs, April 29, 2013.
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Frac Daddy works at Churchill Downs 4/27/2013.
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Frac Daddy and Java's War work at Churchill Downs April 27.
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Frac Daddy at Oatlawn April 12, 2013
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Frac Daddy winning the Eclipse Stakes.
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Frac Daddy and Alan Garcia dominate the Ben Ali.
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Frac Daddy to Stand at Park Stud in Ontario
Frac Daddy, a front-running winner of the Eclipse Stakes (Can-II) at Woodbine and Ben Ali Stakes (gr. III) at Keeneland, will stand the 2016 season at Park Stud in Ontario, Canada, for a Can$4,000 fee.
Frac Daddy Retired With Suspensory Strain
Multiple graded stakes winner Frac Daddy has been retired from racing, according to a July 28 announcement from trainer Ken McPeek.
Departing Squeezes Through in Firecracker Win
Multiple graded stakes winner Departing opened some more options for his connections after winning a a grade II stakes on turf Saturday, June 27.
Frac Daddy, Departing in Firecracker Rematch
Three who hit the board in the May 30 Opening Verse Stakes will come back to face off again, except the victorious The Pizza Man, in the $200,000 Firecracker Stakes (gr. IIT) June 27 at Churchill Downs.
Frac Daddy's Tendon Injury Remains Mystery
Frac Daddy was scratched from the $1 million TVG Pacific Classic (gr. I) due to a tendon injury Aug. 23, but it remains unclear a day later how the Scat Daddy colt hurt himself.
Which Game On Dude Will Show Up in Classic?
Game On Dude has been dominating the ranks of older horses in Southern California for so long it's tempting to believe he's lost a step every time he throws in a bad one.
Fed Biz Sets Track Record in San Diego Romp
Intent on getting the lead from his far outside post, an aggressive Fed Biz was never challenged while romping to victory in track record time in the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) July 26 at Del Mar.
Daddy Does Best
Scat Daddy is on quite a roll in Chile, having sired seven Chilean group winners (including two group I winners) since the beginning of 2014.
Frac Daddy Inherits San Diego's Favorite Role
With the unfortunate morning training death of pre-race favorite Dance With Fate, Frac Daddy, a two-time stakes winner in 2014, is now the likely choice in the $200,000 San Diego Handicap (gr. II) July 26 at Del Mar.
Sky Captain Upsets Frac Daddy in Dominion Day
In upsetting massive favorite Frac Daddy in the $155,100 Dominion Day Stakes (Can-III) July 1 at Woodbine, Sky Captain extended his perfect 4-year-old season to three races and secured the first stakes win of his career.
Frac Daddy Stands Out in Dominion Day Lineup
Frac Daddy has found his forte as a synthetic surface specialist and will bid for his fourth win from as many starts on an artificial track in the $150,000 Dominion Day Stakes (Can-III) July 1 at Woodbine.
Eclipse Win Keeps Frac Daddy Perfect on Poly
Odds-on choice Frac Daddy, making his initial foray into Canada, came away with a convincing five-length victory in the $186,614 Eclipse Stakes (Can-II) June 1 on the Woodbine Polytrack.
Alpha Bettor Tries for Repeat Win in Eclipse
Alpha Bettor, the Sovereign Award winner as Canada's champion older horse of 2013, defends his title in the $200,000 Eclipse Stakes (Can-II) against eight rivals June 1 on the Woodbine Polytrack.
Real Solution Heads Man o' War
Adjudged Arlington Million (gr. IT) victor Real Solution has some solid competition from grade II winners Lucayan and Grandeur in the May 11 Man o' War, along with grade III winner Imagining.
Frac Daddy Powers Home in Ben Ali
Magic City Thoroughbred Partners' Frac Daddy returned to Keeneland and returned to winning ways April 19, taking the $150,000 Ben Ali Stakes (gr. III) at the Lexington oval.
Red Rifle Sets Track Mark in Maxxam Gold Cup
Red Rifle delivered a track-record performance at Sam Houston Race Park in handily winning the $100,000 Maxxam Gold Cup for his first stakes triumph on the night of March 1.
Surging River Seven Takes Commonwealth Turf
After tracking the early leaders through the far turn, River Seven edged past Frac Daddy in deep stretch to win the $115,400 Commonwealth Turf Stakes (gr. IIIT) the night of Nov. 16 on the turf at Churchill Downs.
Frac Daddy Back at Churchill for Commonwealth
Frac Daddy will race at Churchill Downs for the first time since his off-the-board finish in the Kentucky Debry Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) when he starts in the $100,000 Commonwealth Turf Stakes (gr. IIIT) Nov. 16.
McPeek Pleased With War Dancer Work
Both trainer Ken McPeek and regular rider Alan Garcia were pleased with the way War Dancer performed in his final breeze Aug. 17 prior to the Travers Stakes (gr. I). Frac Daddy was also on the tab.
Belmont Stakes News Minute: 06/06/2013
Lenny Shulman discusses the news of the day, including the post positions, Orb, Frac Daddy, Will Take Charge, and the weather. Watch Video
Haskin's Belmont Report: The Week in Pictures
Here are some of the players in one of the most perplexing Belmont Stakes in years. read blog
And They're Off: Belmont Stakes Edition
Lenny, Steve, and special guest Steve Byk discuss filly Unlimited Budget, Orb, the post position draw, and make their picks. Plus, comments from Dallas Stewart, trainer of Golden Soul. Sponsored by Darby Dan Farm. Watch Video
Haskin's Belmont Report: All About Tactics
Now that the post positions for the Belmont Stakes have been drawn, we at least can make an educated guess on how the race might be run. read blog
Frac Daddy at Belmont Park
Belmont Stakes contender Frac Daddy looks out from his stall at Belmont Park June 4. watch video
Frac Daddy at Belmont Park
Belmont Stakes contender Frac Daddy looks out from his stall at Belmont Park June 4.
McPeek Plans to Start Frac Daddy in Belmont
Trainer Ken McPeek confirmed Monday June 3 that Magic City Thoroughbred Partners' Frac Daddy will run Saturday in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park in field that could include 15 starters.
Always in a Tiz, Frac Daddy Await Decisions
Always in a Tiz, most recently ninth in the Wood Memorial (gr. I), breezed five furlongs in 1:01.12 on the morning of June 1 at Belmont Park for a possible start in the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) in a week.
Derby Runner-Up Golden Soul's Breeze Delayed
Golden Soul, runner-up to Orb in the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I), was scheduled to breeze at Churchill Downs on the morning of May 25 but trainer Dallas Stewart delayed the work for another few days.
Haskin's Derby Report: Time For Pick Sicks
The time finally has come to make something resembling selections. read blog
Six Derby Horses Made Salix-Free Debuts
A half-dozen horses entered in this year's Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) field made their initial starts without race-day Salix, but for the 1 1/4-mile classic all six will receive the diuretic.
Kentucky Derby 2013: Ken McPeek, 4/30/2013
Trainer Ken McPeek talks about Derby contenders Frac Daddy and Java's War on April 30, 2013. Watch Video
Bath Time for Frac Daddy and Java's War
Frac Daddy and Java's War getting bathed following April 27, 2013 works at Churchill Downs. watch video
Ken McPeek on Frac Daddy & Java's War
Ken McPeek talks about Frac Daddy and Java's War at Churchill Downs the morning of April 27. watch video
Solid Works and No Worries for McPeek Duo
Frac Daddy and Java's War have five-furlong maintenance works at Churchill Downs April 27.
Busy April 27 Work Tab at Churchill Downs
With the Louisville, Ky., weather forecast calling for rain later in the day and on Sunday, the April 27 work tab at Churchill Downs was crowded with prospects for the May 4 Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I).
Overanalyze Makes Arkansas Derby Look Simple
Overanalyze, rebounding from a lackluster seasonal debut, overpowered his rivals in the drive to easily win the $1 million Arkansas Derby (gr. I) and stamp his ticket for this year's Run for the Roses.
War Academy 2-1 Favorite in Arkansas Derby
War Academy has been installed as the 2-1 favorite in a field of 10 3-year-olds entered for the 77th running of the Arkansas Derby (gr. I) April 13 at Oaklawn Park.
Java's War, Falling Sky in Derby Prep Works
Java's War, a contender for the Toyota Blue Grass (gr. I), and Falling Sky, headed for the Arkansas Derby (gr. I), posted bullet moves April 7 in preparation for the Kentucky Derby Presented by Yum! Brands (gr. I) preps.
Big Three Ready for Florida Derby Showdown
A field of 10 has been entered for the $1 million Besilu Stables Florida Derby (gr. I) March 30 at Gulfstream Park, although three horses are getting almost all of the attention: Itsmyluckyday, Shanghai Bobby, and Orb.
Are You Kidding Me to Point to Florida Derby
Are You Kidding Me, second in last year's Summer Stakes Presented by TVG (Can-IIT) on turf at Woodbine, will try racing on a dirt surface for the first time in the $1 million Besilu Stables Florida Derby (gr. I)
Java's War Opts For Blue Grass Over UAE Derby
Tampa Bay Derby runner-up will remain in the U.S. and point for the Kentucky Derby.
McPeek: Frac Daddy Likely for Florida Derby
After sending out Frac Daddy for a five-furlong breeze at Gulfstream Park on the morning of March 16, trainer Ken McPeek reported that the 3-year-old son of Scat Daddy would likely run next in the $1 million Florida Derby.
Unlocking Winners: The Holy Bull Stakes
The first great Derby prep of 2013. read blog
THS: Holy Bull Stakes
Tom LaMarra and Pete Denk discuss the tough field in the Holy Bull Stakes. Can Shanghai Bobby survive the other talented 3-year-olds? watch video
Shanghai Bobby Faces Tough Field in Holy Bull
Undefeated 2-year-old champion faces nine opponents in 1 1/16-mile test at Gulfstream Park Jan. 26.
McPeek Hopes Frac Daddy Blasts Off in Florida
Three races into his career, Frac Daddy appears to have trainer Ken McPeek back on the Triple Crown trail for 2013.
Uncaptured Edges Frac Daddy in KY Jockey Club
The two favorites in Nov. 24 Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes (gr. II) ran to their odds, engaging in a thrilling stretch duel at Churchill Downs before Uncaptured prevailed by a head over Frac Daddy.
Uncaptured Heads Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes
Just under four weeks after rolling to victory in the Iroquois Stakes (gr. III) at Churchill Downs, Uncaptured will target more success at the Louisville track Nov. 24 in the Kentucky Jockey Club Stakes (gr. II).
Connections
| Trainer | Kenneth G. McPeek |
|---|---|
| Jockey | Victor Lebron |
| Owner | Magic City Thoroughbred Partners |
| Breeder | Nancy M. Leonard Living Trust |
Pedigree
| Frac Daddy View Five-Cross Pedigree | Scat Daddy | Johannesburg |
| Love Style | ||
| Skipper's Mate | Skip Away | |
| Power Play |
Auction History
| Sale / Hip | Type | Buyer | Consignor | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| KEENOV2010 Hip 3403 |
Weanling | Sugar Valley Farm | Eaton Sales, agent for Nancy M. Leonard Living Trust | $20,000 |
| KEESEP2011 Hip 1190 |
Yearling | Kenneth McPeek, agent for Magic City Thoroughbreds | Eaton Sales, agent for Nancy Leonard Living Trust | $50,000 |
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