Quality Road, Bodemeister Colts on Top at OBS
Trainer Bob Baffert signed the ticket at $435,000 for a Quality Road colt that was the early co-topper at the March 15 first session of the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co.'s sale of 2-year-olds in training.
2 Year Olds
News, Articles, Videos and other content about 2 Year Olds
Fasig-Tipton Florida Sale: Boyd Browning
Fasig-Tipton President and CEO Boyd Browning discusses the March 2, 2016 Florida sale. watch video
NYRA Ups Ante for Early 2-Year-Old Races
In what it says is a move to increase the profitability of owning young racehorses, NYRA will schedule six $100,000 maiden races for 2-year-olds this spring as lead-ins to its first two juvenile stakes of 2016.
Let the Road to the Kentucky Derby Begin
J. Keeler Johnson shares his thoughts on four up-and-coming 2yos. read blog
Broad Offering Should Keep OBS April Growing
The OBS April 2-year-olds in training sale, which begins April 21, has about 1,200 horses cataloged.
Future Champions Festival Set for Newmarket
The new two-day Dubai Future Champions Festival, which will include a pair of group I races for juveniles, has been approved by the British Horseracing Authority.
THS: Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes
Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap the Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes at Delta Downs this weekend. This is a 2-year-old race that kicks off the Kentucky Derby trail. watch video
That Handicapping Show - Delta Downs Jackpot S.
Claire Novak and Tom LaMarra handicap the Delta Downs Jackpot Stakes at Delta Downs this weekend. This is a 2-year-old race that kicks off the Kentucky Derby trail. Download Brisnet Past Performances for the Delta Downs Jackpot S.
Lenny's Place - Episode 3
Join Lenny Shulman as he talks with the legendary Nick Zito. Zito talks through Keeneland's new track surface, shares thoughts on his top horses, and gives a tip on one of his top 2-year-olds. watch video
Buyers Reward Quick Breeze Times
Juveniles that breezed under 10 seconds represented only 1.1% of all 2-year-olds sold, but they easily commanded the highest average sales price. read blog
OBS June Sale Expands to Four Days
A large increase in entries to more than 1,200 horses has prompted Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. to expand its June sale of 2-year-olds and horses of racing age to four days.
That Handicapping Show: Dania Beach Stakes
Claire Novak and Frank Angst handicap the Dania Beach Stakes for 2-year-olds. watch video
That Handicapping Show: Dania Beach Stakes
Claire Novak and Frank Angst handicap the Dania Beach Stakes for 2-year-olds. Download Brisnet Past Performances for the Dania Beach Stakes.
The Handicapping Show: CashCall Futurity
Claire Novak and Frank Angst look at the CashCall Futurity this weekend. Are there any Kentucky Derby contenders in the field? watch video
That Handicapping Show: CashCall Futurity
Claire Novak and Frank Angst look at the CashCall Futurity this weekend. Are there any Kentucky Derby contenders in the field?
Business Booms at Barretts 2YO Sale
Business boomed at the March 4 Barretts March selected 2-year-olds in training sale where the average price jumped 31.1%, the median rose 17.6%, and the gross was up nearly 4% despite fewer horses being sold than in 2012.
THS: 2-Year-Old Review
Tom and Pete look at the performance of 2-year-olds in 2012 and discuss who holds promise for a shot at the Triple Crown. watch video
Unlocking Winners: New Sire Analysis - Curlin
Stallion profile emerges for two-time Horse of the Year read blog
What's Going On Here: Green Markets
Breeders' Cup juvenile turf races have created stronger, deeper market for 2-year-olds. read blog
Following Up on the Pledge
Nearly two months have passed since a coalition of more than 60 owners launched an experiment into Salix-free racing, pledging to run their 2-year-olds without the controversial anti-bleeder medication read blog
OBS June Sale Has 43 Additional Horses
The supplemental catalog for the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. June sale of 2-year-olds in training and older horses has 43 lots and can be viewed on the auction firm's website: www.obssales.com.
OBS June Sale's Catalog Has 680 Horses
The Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. has cataloged 680 horses for its June sale of 2-year-olds in training and older horses. The auction will be held June 19 and 20 in Central Florida.
Tatts' Guineas Sale Has High Clearance Rate
Brisk trade was the order of the day at the Tattersalls Guineas breeze up and horses in training sale May 4 in England.
Bloodstock & Markets - Depth Perception
Select sale companies need to make sure they have enough juveniles on offer to attract a crowd
OBS Spring Sale Kicks Off April 23
The Ocala Breeders' Sales Co's spring sale feature nearly 1,200 2-year-olds over its four sessions in Central Florida.
F-T Midlantic Juvenile Sale Has 540 Horses
Fasig-Tipton has cataloged 540 horses for its Midlantic sale of 2-year-olds in training May 21-22. The number is down 10% from last year's total of 600.
Henny Hughes Filly Fastest OBS Worker
A daughter of Henny Hughes posted the fastest time for an eighth of a mile during the first session of the under tack show for the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co.'s spring sale of 2-year-olds in training.
Keeneland Sale: Bullish at Top, But Selective
The market was bullish at the top during the Keeneland sale of 2-year-olds in training April 9 in Lexington. The most expensive price for an individual horse increased to $700,000 from $625,000 last year.
Horsemen Discuss Keeneland Sale, 2YO Market
Here is what some horsemen had to say about the juvenile market in general and the Keeneland juvenile auction in particular.
Keeneland Juvenile Sale Has Good Vibes
Keeneland's juvenile auction, which is scheduled for April 9 in Lexington, will close out a selling season for select 2-year-olds in training that has been generally positive.
Works Fast During Keeneland Under Tack Show
Seven horses zipped an eighth of a mile in :9 4/5 during the under tack show for the Keeneland sale of 2-year-olds in training.
Gross, Average Rise at John Franks Sale
The John Franks Memorial sale of 2-year-olds in training posted increases of 37.1% in gross and 14.9% in average price from a year ago at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino in Louisiana March 25.
OBS Spring Sale Has 1,196 Juveniles
The Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. has cataloged 1,196 horses for its spring sale of 2-year-olds in training. The number is down 13.1% from last year's total of 1,377.
Average, Median Rise at F-T Florida Sale
The Fasig-Tipton Florida select sale of 2-year-olds in training lived up to its high risk/high reward reputation March 26. For the lucky consignors who hit the jackpot, the riches were greater than they had been in 2011.
F-T Stars: These Juveniles Could Sell Big
Which horses will be the stars at the Fasig-Tipton Florida select sale of 2-year-olds in training? Following is a list of horses that could bring the highest prices during the auction.
Market Chatter: What to Expect at F-T's Sale
The Fasig-Tipton Florida select juvenile auction is known for its good-looking horses with attractive pedigrees and expensive prices. Here is what people had to say about their predictions for the market and other topics.
Browning: 'All Signs Positive' for F-T Sale
If Fasig-Tipton's Boyd Browning expressed his outlook for the Florida select juvenile auction in terms of a weather forecast, his prediction would call for sunny skies and no chance of rain.
OBS Market Comments: Enthusiasm Prevails
Read what people had to say following an upbeat first session of the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. March select sale of 2-year-olds in training.
Montbrook Colt Brings $470,000 at OBS
A handsome $470,000 son of Montbrook was the highest-priced horse sold as of 1 p.m. (EDT) at the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. March select sale of 2-year-olds in training in Central Florida.
OBS March Session 2: Horses to Watch
Numerous horses in the second and final session have been attracting the attention of buyers attending the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. March select sale of 2-year-olds in training.
OBS March Session 1: Horses to Watch
If this list is any indication, plenty of attractive prospects will be available March 13 during the first session of the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. March select sale of 2-year-olds in training.
Signs Positive as OBS March Sale Approaches
All systems are go for the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. March select sale of 2-year-olds in training. Auction company officials are upbeat and buyers seem eager to shop.
BH.com to Stream Video of OBS March Sale
BloodHorse.com and the Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. are teaming up to provide live streaming video of the OBS March select sale of 2-year-olds in training and its under tack shows.
Tattersalls' Craven Sale Has 183 Juveniles
Tattersalls has cataloged 183 horses for the Craven breeze up sale. The auction is scheduled for April 17-19 in England.
F-T Texas Juvenile Sale Has 150 Horses
Fasig-Tipton has cataloged 150 horses for its Texas sale of 2-year-olds in training. The number is down 10.2% from 2011's total of 167.
F-T Florida Select Sale Has 167 Juveniles
Fasig-Tipton has cataloged 167 horses for its Florida select sale of 2-year-olds in training. The number is down 30.4% from last year's total of 240.
OBS March Sale Has 362 Juveniles Cataloged
The Ocala Breeders' Sales Co. has cataloged 362 horses for its March select sale of 2-year-olds in training. The number is down 26.1% from last year's total of 490.
Bloodstock & Markets - The New and the Twos
A look at first-crop yearling sires and next year's 2-year-old sales calendar
Bloodstock & Markets - Flexible Flyers
In today's sales arena, commercial breeders find they need to be more nimble, find alternatives
Summertime Fun: Sale 2YOs and Their Names
One of the most fun things about summer racing is watching the 2-year-olds emerge, especially at Saratoga, where many well-bred youngsters start for the first time. Read Blog
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