February 2010 - Posts

Unlikely Cross Making Waves in Japan

Sunday Silence and Tony Bin combining surprisingly well.

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Written by aporter | Feb 25, 2010 | 0 Comments

Reversal of Fortune

Buddy's Saint yielded his role of Kentucky Derby (gr. I) favoritism to Eskendereya in the Fountain of Youth Stakes (gr.II).

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Written by aporter | Feb 23, 2010 | 2 Comments

On The Derby Trail

Last weekend's classic trials gave us some results that were predictable, and one that was less predictable.

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Written by aporter | Feb 17, 2010 | 2 Comments

Silver Lining

By far the most interesting pedigree from the weekend just past is that of Busher Stakes winner Roman Chestnut, who carries a double of Silver Deputy at 3x2.

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Written by aporter | Feb 16, 2010 | 12 Comments

Q&A - Why a 'C' Rating?

A TrueNicks user asks why a 'C' rating is generated on a cross that has already produced a very good stakes winner.

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Written by aporter | Feb 15, 2010 | 2 Comments

2010 Fasig-Tipton Calder Select 2-Year-Olds Sale Auction Page

Welcome to TrueNicks' 2010 Fasig-Tipton Calder Select 2-Year-Olds Sale page. The Fasig-Tipton Calder auction holds the juvenile sale records for gross revenue, average price, and median price. The marks for gross and average of $62,187,000 and $403,812, respectively, were established in 2006. The record of $250,000 for median was set in 2007.Recent graduates of the auction include dual 2009 Eclipse Award winner Gio Ponti and Eclipse finalists Zensational and Hot Dixie Chick

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Written by sgillies | Feb 11, 2010 | 0 Comments

Cindago Now on TrueNicks

Brilliant Indian Charlie son stands alongside Papa Clem at Legacy Ranch in California.

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Written by moneil | Feb 11, 2010 | 0 Comments

Denis of Cork On TrueNicks

Dual Classic-placed runner joins the roster at Vinery Florida.

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Written by moneil | Feb 11, 2010 | 0 Comments

Johar Renews With TrueNicks

Mill Ridge Farm stallion has sired stakes winners in both hemispheres.

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Written by moneil | Feb 11, 2010 | 1 Comment

Bim Bam - One, Two Punch

Looking at the pedigree of the Bim Bam, who outgamed the highly-rated Interactif in the Hallandale Beach Stakes gave us something of a surprise.

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Written by aporter | Feb 11, 2010 | 0 Comments

Quality in Abundance

Elusive Quality's son Quality Road confirmed his brilliance in the Donn Handicap (gr. I) last weekend.

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Written by aporter | Feb 10, 2010 | 0 Comments

Alex's Pal Joins TrueNicks

Three quarter brother to Successful Appeal stands at Ghost Ridge Farm in Pennsylvania.

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Written by moneil | Feb 09, 2010 | 1 Comment

It's All Relative, Part 2

We take a look at some additional cleverly constructed pedigrees from last weekend.

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Written by aporter | Feb 06, 2010 | 1 Comment

It's All Relative

Last weekend was a great one for genetic relatives and clever inbreeding.

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Written by aporter | Feb 05, 2010 | 2 Comments

Reader Q&A - Can You Explain the Significance of the True Nicks Variant?

A TrueNicks user asks for clarification of the TrueNicks variant and how best to incorporate the figure in breeding decisions.

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Written by brogers | Feb 04, 2010 | 0 Comments

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