3-year-old stakes offer look into the 'future'
On a weekend without the interference of the NFL, when a collection of racing's top older stars will rightfully command the bulk of attention, it shou…
A big opportunity for Hoppertunity
Though it's technically a Grade 2 event, the $500,000 San Antonio Stakes has taken shape as a Grade 1 showdown, be it in early February or even early …
There's an Upstart in the Derby chase
It's been a trying winter for Rick Violette, on at least one front. As President of the New York Thoroughbred Horseman's Association, Violette has be…
California Chrome a worthy Champion
The final chapter in another tumultuous year for the sport came to an end Saturday with a logical and satisfying conclusion. California Chrome was cro…
Derby dreams on a winter day in NY
Trainer John Terranova II believes it's never too early to daydream about the Kentucky Derby. Or too cold. All of which explains why there was such …
An Eclipse ballot reflected in 'Chrome'
There are still a few days left before Eclipse Award ballots are due, but it's time to push the button and send along this year's selections. Actuall…
Derby talk seems premature
As 2014 rapidly draws to an end, there was talk of May in the air on Saturday. Specifically, the first Saturday in May, and once again all the buzz se…
Hessert brothers hit the Jackpot in racing
There's a perception in some corners of the gaming industry that horse racing is on its last legs because its core patron is an elderly male. Walter …
Upon further review, it's California Chrome
In the end, the answer became rather simple. The great debate over 2014's Horse of the Year was reduced to a hush on Saturday with each graceful stri…
Friendship wins out at Aqueduct
This hasn't been the best of autumns for Chicago sports fans, thanks in part to the Bad News Bears and their demise in the National Football League st…
