Princess of Sylmar

Chestnut Filly
Born 2010
PA-Bred

Caption: Princess of Sylmar
works and scenes at Churchill Downs near Louisville, Ky. on April 29, 2013, during Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks week.
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Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt — Caption: Princess of Sylmar works and scenes at Churchill Downs near Louisville, Ky. on April 29, 2013, during Kentucky Derby and Kentucky Oaks week. 1Works4_29_13 image834 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Princess Of Sylmar defeated Beholder by a half-length to win the 2013 Kentucky Oaks.
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Ed Stanco and Todd Pletcher talk about their victory in the post race press conference.
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A fight for the finish!
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Princess of Sylmar headed for the finish line.
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Trainer Todd Pletcher heads to the Winner's Circle.
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Jockey Mike Smith and Ed Stanco walk Princess Of Sylmar to the winners circle after the 2013 Kentucky Oaks.
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Princess of Sylmar and jockey Mike Smith finally surge past Beholder.
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2013 Kentucky Oaks winner Princess of Sylmar and jockey Javier Castellano take the Grade I TVG Coaching Club American Oaks at Saratoga.
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Princess of Sylmar, facing older foes for the first time, sprung a mild upset Sept. 28 when the 3-year-old filly collared two-time champion Royal Delta and went on to win the $400,000 Beldame Invitational Stakes (gr. I).
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Close Hatches wins the Gazelle Stakes, Princess of Sylmar 2nd.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the Cat Cay Stakes.
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Princess of Sylmar works at Churchill Downs in preperation for the 2013 Kentucky Oaks.
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Princess of Sylmar after race.
Close Hatches with Joel Rosario wins the Personal Ensign (gr. I).
Scenes at Saratoga Racetrack in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., on Aug. 22, 2014.
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Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt — Princess of Sylmar after race. Close Hatches with Joel Rosario wins the Personal Ensign (gr. I). Scenes at Saratoga Racetrack in Saratoga Springs, N.Y., on Aug. 22, 2014. PersonalEnsign image703 Photo by Anne M. Eberhardt
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Princess of Sylmar wins the Beldame Invitational Stakes (gr. 1)
Jockey: Javier castellano
BELMONT PARK, Elmont, NY
Purse: $400,000
Date: September 28, 2013
Class: Grade I
TV:
Age: 3YO&UP Fillies and Mares
Race: 5
Distance: 1 1/8 miles
Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA — Princess of Sylmar wins the Beldame Invitational Stakes (gr. 1) Jockey: Javier castellano BELMONT PARK, Elmont, NY Purse: $400,000 Date: September 28, 2013 Class: Grade I TV: Age: 3YO&UP Fillies and Mares Race: 5 Distance: 1 1/8 miles Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA
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Princess of Sylmar wins the Alabama Stakes (gr. 1)
Jockey: Javier Castellano
SARATOGA, Saratoga Springs, NY
Purse: $600,000
Date: August 17, 2013
Class: Grade 1
TV: HRTV/TVG
Age: 3 yo
Race: 10
Distance: One And One Fourth Miles
Post Time: 5:45 PM
Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA — Princess of Sylmar wins the Alabama Stakes (gr. 1) Jockey: Javier Castellano SARATOGA, Saratoga Springs, NY Purse: $600,000 Date: August 17, 2013 Class: Grade 1 TV: HRTV/TVG Age: 3 yo Race: 10 Distance: One And One Fourth Miles Post Time: 5:45 PM Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA
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Princess of Sylmar wins the TVG Coaching Club American Oaks (gr. 1)
Jockey: Javier Castellano
SARATOGA, Saratoga Springs, NY
Purse: $300,000
Date: July 20, 2013
Class: Grade 1
TV: HRTV/TVG
Age: 3 yo
Race: 10
Distance: One And One Eighth Miles
Post Time: 5:45 PM
Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA — Princess of Sylmar wins the TVG Coaching Club American Oaks (gr. 1) Jockey: Javier Castellano SARATOGA, Saratoga Springs, NY Purse: $300,000 Date: July 20, 2013 Class: Grade 1 TV: HRTV/TVG Age: 3 yo Race: 10 Distance: One And One Eighth Miles Post Time: 5:45 PM Photo by: Adam Coglianese/NYRA
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Princess Of Sylmar wins the 2013 Kentucky Oaks at Churchill Downs.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the Busher Stakes
Jockey: Javier Castellano
AQUEDUCT, Ozone Park, NY
Purse: $100,000
Date: February 2, 2013
Class:
TV: HRTV/TVG
Age: 3 yo
Race: 4
Distance: One And One Sixteenth Miles
Post Time: 1:54 PM
Photo by: Adam Coglianese / NYRA — Princess of Sylmar wins the Busher Stakes Jockey: Javier Castellano AQUEDUCT, Ozone Park, NY Purse: $100,000 Date: February 2, 2013 Class: TV: HRTV/TVG Age: 3 yo Race: 4 Distance: One And One Sixteenth Miles Post Time: 1:54 PM Photo by: Adam Coglianese / NYRA
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Dana Steidle has lived with a crippling form of Muscular Dystrophy called Charcot Marie Tooth for most of her life. But she hasn't let her disability steal the joy she receives from Thoroughbred racing. On October 10, 2014, after driving many hours from her home state of Texas, Steidle met one of her biggest equine heroes: Kentucky Oaks winner Princess of Sylmar at Taylor Made in Kentucky.

Princess of Sylmar at the Fasig-Tipton November Sale.

Princess of Sylmar at Saratoga.
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Princess of Sylmar at Belmont Park June 1.
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Princess of Sylmar - Belmont Park, May 24, 2014.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 Beldame.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 Alabama.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 CCA Oaks.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 Kentucky Oaks.
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Princess of Sylmar - Churchill Downs, April 29, 2013.
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Princess of Sylmar and Fusaichiswonderful at Churchill Downs.

Princess of Sylmar (inside) and Fusaichiswonderful Churchill Downs, April 20, 2013.

Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 Busher.
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Princess of Sylmar wins the 2013 Busanda.
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Princess of Sylmar won the 2014 Cat Cay Stakes.
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Close Hatches holds off Princess of Sylmar to take the Ogden Phipps Stakes.
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Tapit Colts Lead F-T Saratoga Pinhooks

Three sons of leading sire Tapit top the list of previously purchased horses that are pinhooks consigned to the Saratoga selected yearling sale.

Stanco Hopes for Oaks Sequel with Mo d'Amour

Ed Stanco, whose Princess of Sylmar took him on a magical journey three years ago including a victory in the Kentucky Oaks (gr. I), is back in the race this year with Mo d'Amour.

Uncertainty as Delaware Drops Pletcher Case

By Frank Angst
July 31, 2015
Thoroughbred Racing, Mid-Atlantic Region

A recommendation by an attorney for Delaware racing stewards to drop a therapeutic medication overage case against trainer Todd Pletcher could impact the sport's move toward uniform medication rules, Pletcher's attorney said.

Real Solution Among 2014 PA-Bred Champions

By BloodHorse Staff
March 10, 2015
Thoroughbred Racing, Thoroughbred Breeding, Mid-Atlantic Region

The Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association has named its champions and leaders for 2014, with Real Solution and Divine Fortune topping the list.

Fasig-Tipton November Sale Wrap 2014

November 4, 2014

Ian Tapp takes us through the Fasig-Tipton November Breeding Stock Sale numbers. Listen to comments from Mark Taylor of Taylor Made Sales, Jane Lyon, Brereton Jones, and Ken Ramsey. watch video

Fasig-Tipton November Sale Wrap 2014

November 4, 2014

Ian Tapp takes us through the Fasig-Tipton November Breeding Stock Sale numbers. Listen to comments from Mark Taylor of Taylor Made Sales, Jane Lyon of Summer Wind Farm, Brereton Jones of Airdrie Stud, and Ken Ramsey of Ramsey Farm. Sponsored by Taylor Made Sales

Browning: F-T Sale 'Very Solid and Strong'

Twenty-three horses sold for $1 million or more at November mixed sale in Lexington, but median was down 20% from last year.

Princess of Sylmar Sold to Shadai for $3.1M

By Tom LaMarra
November 3, 2014
International, Thoroughbred Sales, Kentucky

King of Prussia Stable's Princess of Sylmar, a four-time grade I winner, sold for $3.1 million Nov. 3 at the Fasig-Tipton November sale. Her dam, Storm Dixie, brought $1.9 million not long after.

Fasig-Tipton November Sale: Preview

By Ian Tapp
November 3, 2014
Thoroughbred Sales

Ian Tapp previews the Fasig-Tipton November Breeding Stock Sale, including comments from Mark Taylor, and Fasig-Tipton President Boyd Browning. Watch Video

November Sales: Stability and Stars Expected

The Fasig-Tipton and Keeneland mixed sales, which run Nov. 3-14 in Kentucky and feature some standout horses and Breeders' Cup-related catalog updates, should maintain market stability, officials say.

The Week in Photos for 10/14/2014

October 14, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, International

Photos from Keeneland, Belmont Park, Woodbine, Belterra Park, Parx and more! view slideshow

The Week in Photos for 10/14/2014

October 14, 2014

Princess of Sylmar, Keeneland, Belmont Park, Woodbine, Belterra Park, Parx & More.

Three KY Oaks Winners in F-T November Sale

Three winners of the Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) are among the 35 grade or group I winners or producers consigned to this year's Fasig-Tipton November sale that will be held Monday, Nov. 3.

Slideshow: Princess of Sylmar

September 24, 2014

Relive moments from the racing career of Princess of Sylmar. view slideshow

Princess of Sylmar

September 24, 2014

Relive moments from the racing career of Princess of Sylmar.

Princess of Sylmar to Fasig-Tipton Sale

King of Prussia Stable announced that four-time grade I winner Princess of Sylmar will be consigned by Taylor Made Sales Agency as a broodmare prospect at the Fasig-Tipton November sale Monday, Nov. 3.

Top Filly Princess of Sylmar Retired

By Tom LaMarra
September 19, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Northeast Region, Mid-Atlantic Region

Four-time grade I winner Princess of Sylmar, a winner of more than $2 million, was retired Sept. 19, King of Prussia Stable managing partner Ed Stanco said.

Close Hatches Dominates Personal Ensign

By Jack Shinar
August 22, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region

Close Hatches took command on the opening turn and never looked back in the $500,0000 Personal Ensign Stakes (gr. I), romping over a muddy track at Saratoga Race Course Aug. 22 for her third grade I triumph in a row.

Close Hatches Bids for Perfection at Saratoga

By BloodHorse Staff
August 18, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region

Close Hatches puts a three-race win streak on the line against six rivals Aug. 22 in the $500,000 Personal Ensign Invitational (gr. I) at Saratoga Race Course.

The Jockey Club Tour Visits Saratoga, Del Mar

July 17, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region, West Region

The Jockey Club Tour on FOX will cover Del Mar and Saratoga Race Course on Sunday, July 20, with a two-hour telecast featuring the Eddie Read Stakes (gr. IT) and TVG Coaching Club American Oaks (gr. I).

Belle Gallantey Steals Delaware Handicap

By Claire Novak
July 12, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region

Belle Gallantey, a $35,000 claim just seven months ago, lulled rivals to sleep on the front end and then carried on to upset the $750,000 Delaware Handicap (gr. I) July 12 at Delaware Park.

TimeformUS Weekend Stakes Analysis

July 11, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Handicapping

TimeformUS Weekend stakes analysis of the G1 Delaware Handicap and G2 Bowling Green Handicap. read blog

'Princess' Looks Tough in Delaware Handicap

July 10, 2014
Handicapping

Princess of Sylmar looks tough to beat in the Delaware Handicap (gr. I), but Belle Gallantey could be a contender for the exotics. read blog

That Handicapping Show: Delaware Handicap

By Claire Novak
July 10, 2014

Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap the Delaware Handicap with Princess of Sylmar, and the Parx Dash with Ben's Cat. watch video

That Handicapping Show: Delaware Handicap

July 10, 2014

Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap the Delaware Handicap with Princess of Sylmar, and the Parx Dash with Ben's Cat. Download Brisnet Past Performances for the Delaware Handicap.

Princess of Sylmar Seeks Del 'Cap Rebound

Second by a head to Close Hatches last time out in the June 7 Ogden Phipps Stakes (gr. I), multiple grade I winner Princess of Sylmar seeks a rebound July 12 in the $750,000 Delaware Handicap (gr. I) at Delaware Park.

After the Wire: Belmont Stakes 146

June 8, 2014
Handicapping, Triple Crown

J. Keeler Johnson takes a look at the Belmont Stakes and also reflects on several undercard races for this week's After the Wire. watch video

After the Wire: Belmont Stakes 146

June 8, 2014

J. Keeler Johnson takes a look at the Belmont Stakes and also reflects on several undercard races for this week's After the Wire.

Pletcher: 'Half-Length Away from Career Day'

By Ron Mitchell
June 8, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region

With a victory by Palace Malice in the Metropolitan Handicap and Commissioner's Belmont Stakes runner-up, one of three near-misses June 7, trainer Todd Pletcher said he was "about a half-length away from a career day."

Versatile Close Hatches Claims Ogden Phipps

By Claire Novak
June 7, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Breeders' Cup, Northeast Region, West Region

Close Hatches turned back Princess of Sylmar and picked up the pieces when Beholder finished fourth in the June 7 Ogden Phipps Stakes (gr. I) at Belmont Park.

Belmont Mega-Day Shines Along With 'Chrome'

By Lenny Shulman
June 5, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region

NYRA unveils the first in its mega-day strategy June 7 when it moves races like the Met Mile, Ogden Phipps, Acorn, and Brooklyn to Belmont Stakes day in an effort to ramp up interest, quality, and handle.

Beholder Makes Eastward Trek for Ogden Phipps

A sporting gesture put two-time champion Beholder on a plane to Belmont Park last week for the brewing rematch between her and 2013 Kentucky Oaks (gr. I) winner Princess of Sylmar in the $1 million Ogden Phipps (gr. I).

Beholder, Close Hatches Work for Ogden Phipps

Belmont Stakes (gr. I) contenders weren't the only ones catching attention June 2 at Belmont Park. Champion filly Beholder and rival Close Hatches both turned in final pre-race preparations for the Ogden Phipps (gr. I).

Princess of Sylmar Sparks Regional Pride

By Tom LaMarra
June 2, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Northeast Region, Mid-Atlantic Region

Princess of Sylmar may not have won an Eclipse Award for 2013 despite four consecutive grade I victories, but owner Ed Stanco of King of Prussia Stable was a happy man at the Iroquois Awards Dinner in Pennsylvania May 30.

Belmont Stakes News Update for June 1, 2014

By Claire Novak
June 1, 2014
Triple Crown

Claire Novak updates us on the status and works of several horses from this morning. Watch work footage from Ride On Curlin, Commanding Curve, Wicked Strong, Commissioner, Matterhorn, Palace Malice, and Princess of Sylmar. watch video

Belmont Stakes News Update for June 1, 2014

June 1, 2014

Belmont Stakes: Todd Pletcher on Works

By Claire Novak
June 1, 2014
Triple Crown

Trainer Todd Pletcher talks about the June 1 works of Commissioner, Matterhorn, Palace Malice, Princess of Sylmar, and more at Belmont Park. watch video

Belmont Stakes: Todd Pletcher on Works

June 1, 2014

Trainer Todd Pletcher talks about the June 1 works of Commissioner, Matterhorn, Palace Malice, Princess of Sylmar, and more at Belmont Park.

Commissioner, Matterhorn in Belmont Workouts

By Claire Novak
June 1, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Triple Crown, Northeast Region

Trainer Todd Pletcher sent two 3-year-olds he is pointing toward the Belmont Stakes (gr. I) to the Belmont Park training track along with stablemates Palace Malice and Princess of Sylmar.

Fields Taking Shape for Belmont Day Undercard

A list of likely starters for the five grade I events on the Belmont Stakes day undercard June 7 has been released by the track's racing office, headed by the $1.25 million Metropolitan Handicap.

Princess of Sylmar Gets Off to Winning Start

Princess of Sylmar used the $100,000 Cat Cay Stakes as a good starting point for the 2014 season at Aqueduct Racetrack April 6, gliding through an opening off the turn and cruising to victory.

Princess of Sylmar Returns to Aqueduct Sunday

Princess of Sylmar, who won a pair of stakes at Aqueduct Racetrack before going on to win four grade I races during her 2013 season, will return to the track April 6 to make her 4-year-old debut in the $100,000 Cat Cay.

Princess of Sylmar Pennsylvania Horse of Year

By BloodHorse Staff
February 26, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Thoroughbred Breeding, Northeast Region

Princess of Sylmar, a four-time grade I winner in 2013, has been named Pennsylvania Horse of the Year by the Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association.

Northeast/Mid-Atlantic Regional: Pride of Pa.

February 19, 2014
Northeast Region

Houghton family's Sylmar Farm early home to Princess of Sylmar Download Now

Princess of Sylmar Works at Palm Meadows

Princess of Sylmar, who rattled off four consecutive grade I wins last year, returned to the work tab Feb. 16 for trainer Todd Pletcher with a three-furlong breeze at Palm Meadows.

Beholder's Cup Win Earned Eclipse

Beholder's smashing victory in the Breeders' Cup Distaff (gr. I) ensured her a second consecutive Eclipse Award. She was voted champion 3-year-old filly of 2013 over finalists Princess of Sylmar and Close Hatches.

Record Sixth Eclipse for Pletcher

By Jack Shinar
January 18, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing

Todd Pletcher's deep bench of top quality runners sometimes make it difficult to gauge his accomplishments when compared to those of other trainers. But in 2013, he was in a league of his own.

3-Year-Old Filly Division Balanced in 2013

By Tracy Gantz
January 14, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing

Perhaps no Eclipse Award category overflowed with more talent than among the 3-year-old fillies of 2013. They performed admirably against each other and then went out and defeated the best of their older counterparts.

Wise Dan Again Finalist for Top Eclipse Award

By BloodHorse Staff
January 8, 2014
Thoroughbred Racing, Thoroughbred Breeding

Led by Horse of the Year candidates Mucho Macho Man, Will Take Charge, and 2012 Horse of the Year Wise Dan, the finalists for the 2013 Eclipse Awards were announced Jan. 8.

Haskin: Stanco Won More Than He Lost

By Steve Haskin
January 2, 2014

Ed Stanco will not have an Eclipse statue on his mantle, or wherever he is displaying his collection of Princess of Sylmar trophies. But that is the only thing he won't have. Read Blog

Connections

Trainer	Todd A. Pletcher
Jockey	Javier Castellano
Owner	King of Prussia Stable
Breeder	Ed Stanco

Pedigree

Princess of Sylmar View Five-Cross Pedigree	Majestic Warrior	A.P. Indy
		Dream Supreme
	Storm Dixie	Catienus
		Golden Wave Band

Auction History

Sale / Hip	Type	Buyer	Consignor	Price
FTKNOV2014 Hip 125	Racing or broodmare prospect	Shadai Farm	Taylor Made Sales Agency, agent	$3,100,000

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