Triple Crown Talk

Same Place, Different Name

2008-07-09T21:02:00Z

For those of you who have been regular readers and interactive members of Triple Crown Talk, I thank you. The blog has ended for the year, but will return in January when we begin taking a closer look at the contenders for the 2009 Kentucky Derby. For Read More......(read more)

All Things Medication: Q & A With Dr. Rick Arthur

2008-07-02T17:22:00Z

Dr. Rick Arthur, an expert in veterinary medicince, clears up questions regarding the use of steroids and other illegal medications in horse racing during an exclusive interview....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Does the Punishment Fit the Crime?

2008-06-27T19:12:00Z

Jeremy Rose was given a six-month suspension for a whipping incident at Delaware Park. Was it justified? You be the judge....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Was It The Shoe?

2008-06-25T20:40:00Z

Big Brown's dislodged shoe will be speculated forever. The only thing we know for sure is that people will have different opinions......( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Tough Beats - An Ongoing Tale of Gambling Heartbreak

2008-06-21T19:58:00Z

It hasn't happened in a while, but last week I had one of those devastating defeats that reminded me of tough gambling can be....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Where Does Curlin Rank?

2008-06-18T02:26:00Z

In the minds of many Curlin is undoubtedly the world's best horse. But where does he rank on the list of all-time greats over the past 30 years?...( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Q & A With Larry Jones

2008-06-12T18:22:00Z

In an exclusive interview, Larry Jones shared his thoughts on Eight Belles, Big Brown, Rick Dutrow Jr., and a few other important topics....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Belmont Thoughts - One Day After

2008-06-08T20:31:00Z

A few observations from the Belmont Stakes, including Rick Dutrow Jr.'s disappearing act....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Belmont Pick 4 Selections

2008-06-06T21:42:00Z

The late Pick 4 may offer the best value on Belmont's June 7 card......( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Take It To The Bank: Big Brown Wins The Belmont

2008-06-05T21:08:00Z

Denis of Cork would be the horse to pull the upset, but the Triple Crown drought will end....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Casino Drive? No Thanks

2008-06-04T20:14:00Z

Asking a horse to compete against the best at a mile and half in only his third career race is not a risk I'm about to take -- especially at short odds....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Servis Stays Classy

2008-05-30T18:35:00Z

Despite disparaging remarks made by Rick Dutrow Jr., Smarty Jones' trainer John Servis is still rooting for Big Brown...( read more ) Read More......(read more)

Anak Nakal: Triple Crown Spoiler?

2008-05-28T18:21:00Z

It would certainly be a longshot, but his sire and trainer both have a history of Belmont upsets....( read more ) Read More......(read more)

A Plea To Iavarone: Part 2

2008-05-22T16:46:00Z

After speaking with owner Mike Iavarone, I now believe we have a good chance of seeing Big Brown on the racetrack after the Belmont...( read more ) Read More......(read more)

A Plea to Iavarone: Let Him Run

2008-05-21T22:45:00Z

Horse racing desperately needs Big Brown to continue racing beyond the Belmont....( read more ) Read More......(read more)