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Old 10-12-2008, 10:34 PM
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at least when the big brown goo-goos go googoo, it's over graded wins....gimme a break.
I don't get it. The horse is a nice horse and he runs a nice race; no one is saying he's going to win the Classic. Why do you have a problem if people think he ran well today...? Again, I don't see anyone going over the top with this. I'm not trying to be defensive - I just don't get the antagonism towards this horse.
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Old 10-12-2008, 10:39 PM
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I don't get it. The horse is a nice horse and he runs a nice race; no one is saying he's going to win the Classic. Why do you have a problem if people think he ran well today...? Again, I don't see anyone going over the top with this. I'm not trying to be defensive - I just don't get the antagonism towards this horse.
and i don't get why you're so concerned about my opinion, or why you get so defensive-or think lack of enthusiasm equates antagonism? yay, he won an optional claimer.
and i do believe i've seen some posts on here in day's past saying this horse would have a say in the classic. hilarious.
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Old 10-12-2008, 11:58 PM
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at least when the big brown goo-goos go googoo, it's over graded wins....gimme a break.
Hey! I resemble that comment.
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Old 10-13-2008, 12:14 AM
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He has good tactical speed. He's going to sit right off the leaders and if it's a fast pace, he'll get first run on them.
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Old 10-13-2008, 01:45 AM
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i think he has a legit shot, i wont be using brown or curlin on anything....
you have to use casino, go between and tiago IMO
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Old 10-13-2008, 02:21 AM
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i think he has a legit shot, i wont be using brown or curlin on anything....
you have to use casino, go between and tiago IMO
Yeah! Tiago ftw!
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Old 10-13-2008, 03:06 AM
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Yeah! Tiago ftw!
FTW ?
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Old 10-13-2008, 05:43 AM
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FTW ?
i'm assuming that's for the win. if so, i would agree with hossy.
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Old 10-13-2008, 05:47 AM
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i think he has a legit shot, i wont be using brown or curlin on anything....
you have to use casino, go between and tiago IMO




if casino drive didn't have two belmont winners as his siblings, everyone would be laughing their asses off at this horse and his hapless connections. but since he has better than honour as his mama, he suddenly has a shot-a legitimate shot?? and then i have to read how zenyatta is too lightly raced to attempt a shot as the classic as well.....we're nothing if not consistent on here.
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Old 10-13-2008, 07:32 AM
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i think he has a legit shot, i wont be using brown or curlin on anything....
you have to use casino, go between and tiago IMO
Why on earth would any smart handicapper leave off either of those 2?
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Old 10-13-2008, 07:50 AM
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Why on earth would any smart handicapper leave off either of those 2?
I may consider it. Both will be HUGE underlays... especially considering the conditions they'll be running in. It all depends on the type of bet you're making and how much you are risking.
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Old 10-13-2008, 10:07 AM
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i'm assuming that's for the win. if so, i would agree with hossy.
for the women
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Old 10-13-2008, 01:32 PM
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Great book.
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Old 10-13-2008, 01:38 PM
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Maybe I am in the minority and i didn't read Pricci's article but running Zenyatta in the Classic isnt really that bad of an idea is it? I understand they have Tiago but she could sweep to horse of the year if she were to win the race couldnt she? She is proven over the surface unlike the other main contenders so she certainly has the home field advantage. I dont think that her going in the Classic would draw more than 12 extra fans or coverage and I dont think it would have any "effect on the sport" but I would be interested to see how she matches up against the big boys.
I'm with you, I don't think it's a stretch at all to run her. She'd be 3rd or 4th choice, at worst, for a $5mm race.
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Old 10-13-2008, 01:52 PM
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I'm with you, I don't think it's a stretch at all to run her. She'd be 3rd or 4th choice, at worst, for a $5mm race.
If Curlins' connections decide to pass, it's going to be the weakest Classic field ever. Id give it a shot if I owned her. That being said, if Curlin goes Id stick with the Distaff.
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Old 10-13-2008, 02:41 PM
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I thought this was a great line from Crist's piece...

"With or without Curlin and the others, it's the best and busiest racing and wagering event of the year. I plan to handicap and bet until it hurts."

Yeah, I don't like that its on "Pro-Ride" or that they've split the card into two unnecessary days, or that some of the best horses aren't running, but I think its still a great event and look forward to it every year, even this year.
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Old 10-13-2008, 05:04 PM
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Casino will be overbet, but nobody can say they would be shocked if he won the race. He is very talented and there is a shortage of talent in the older horse and 3yr old division. If Curlin doesn't run, forget about it. Casino could easily win.
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Old 10-13-2008, 06:19 PM
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Juddmonte pair Visit and Proviso on their way from Europe, they, the former especially could be very dangerous!
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Old 10-13-2008, 06:26 PM
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Bring on all those 'SUPERIOR' EURO's to try that hard course with the sharp turns.
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Old 10-13-2008, 06:37 PM
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Bring on all those 'SUPERIOR' EURO's to try that hard course with the sharp turns.
they won all the turf races there last time..
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