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Old 03-20-2018, 08:40 AM
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Default Jose Flores on life support

Jose Luis Flores was first and foremost, on horseback and off, a gentleman. He had the respect and admiration of fellow jocks, horsemen, owners, players and fans, all sharing in the anguish over his death. He rode most of Chuck's winners during the time he spent in Philly, including Redboard King's 2nd tally. Was as nice a jock as anyone will ever meet. Sincerest sympathies to Joanne and his boys Julian, Junior and Juan.

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Old 03-20-2018, 08:55 AM
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A terrible tragedy. My deepest condolences go out to his family and friends.
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Old 03-20-2018, 09:25 AM
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Just stopped by to check in and saw this. Extremely sad news to read. Prayers for Jose's family and friends.
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Old 03-20-2018, 09:34 AM
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Condolences to his friends and family.
This is only a game on our side of the rail.
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Old 03-20-2018, 11:01 AM
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Very sorry to hear. By all accounts a good guy. I used to wager on him @ Philly.

I am glad Steve kept us informed because there is NO Philadelphia News coverage as of 11am. Not 6 ABC, 10 KYW, or 3 CBS. Nothing.
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Condolences to his family and friends. One of my favorites. Sad news indeed.
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Old 03-20-2018, 01:58 PM
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Very sorry to hear. By all accounts a good guy. I used to wager on him @ Philly.

I am glad Steve kept us informed because there is NO Philadelphia News coverage as of 11am. Not 6 ABC, 10 KYW, or 3 CBS. Nothing.
Information was difficult to come by overnight and even this morning. After having to be revived more than once, he was placed on life support late last night. They are waiting for his parents to arrive from Florida before they take him off the ventilator. Utterly tragic.
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