Why I'm voting for Bayern … for now
In deciding on the right choice for my Horse of the Year ballot, I'm reminded that some people believe the St. Louis Cardinals should have won the 198…
Is grass greener for California Chrome?
As odd as it may seem, Horse of the Year may ultimately be decided through a race at Del Mar … in November. It's been that kind of a year. In a…
BC Classic still talk of the town, even in N.Y.
On a blustery Sunday afternoon, another day of racing unfolded at Aqueduct Racetrack, far removed -- at least in terms of geography -- from the contro…
A bumpy ride for Bayern in the Classic
It was a race that was supposed to end the Horse of the Year debate, but in all likelihood, the 31st Breeders' Cup Classic fueled more controversy tha…
A Rosie day at the Breeders' Cup
It was a day of horse racing that out of nowhere turned into something from the "Oprah Winfrey" archives. The opening act of the Breeders' Cup on Fr…
An improbable journey for Hardest Core
Horses descend on the Breeders' Cup from all over the world, but none had a trip to California as improbable or rewarding as Hardest Core's. A 4-year-…
A new gelding stands at center stage
There was no official ceremony, but in the figurative sense, a torch was passed at Monday's post position draw for the Breeders' Cup. In each of the …
American Pharoah gives Zayats new feeling
The family behind Zayat Stables is well versed in all of the pressure, excitement, thrills and disappointment wrapped into the Triple Crown. On thre…
BC Classic offers redemption for 'Chrome'
Ever since its inception in 1984, the Breeders' Cup has been a proving ground for Thoroughbred racing's greatest champions. For California Chrome, thi…
Imbriale finally gets Prime Time exposure
If there's anyone in the New York City area who can relate to the pressures facing the next shortstop for the New York Yankees, it would have to be Jo…
