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Preakness notes: Decisions, decisions
Eight days out from Preakness 2015, the field remains in flux.
Divining Rod to carry Lael colors into Preakness
Homebred Divining Rod will carry Lael Stables’ colors into the Preakness, much as Derby champ Barbaro did nine years ago. That’s where the similarities end.
Sagamore Racing to sponsor Pimlico Special
Sagamore Racing will sponsor the 2015 Pimlico Special, the Maryland Jockey Club announced today, and donate to the Thoroughbred Aftercare Alliance.
Jockey Sheldon Russell, home and healing
Injured jockey Sheldon Russell is home and healing after his recent surgery, his agent says. They’re hoping for a return to riding when Laurel Park reopens.
Pimlico to host Girls Power Luncheon
Pimlico will host the Morgan Stanley Ultimate Girls Power Luncheon on Black-Eyed Susan day.
Firing Line provides Santamaria ride of a career
Six weeks after starting a new job as Simon Callaghan’s assistant, Carlos Santamaria will accompany Firing Line to Baltimore as he seeks Preakness glory.
Preakness notes: New shooters
The Preakness field continued to evolve today, with a couple of new shooters now eyeing the middle jewel.
American Pharoah, Dortmund “2 great bullets” for Baffert
Kentucky Derby winner American Pharoah and show horse Dortmund – both headed to the Preakness – give trainer Bob Baffert two great chances every time out.
“Why has this happened?”
The Baltimore riots led some in racing to wonder if the Preakness would — or should — be moved from Pimlico. That, say Baltimoreans, is the wrong question.
Nearly 300 nominated to Black-Eyed Susan day stakes
A total of 277 runners have been nominated to eight stakes to be run on Black-Eyed Susan day at Pimlico.
