Jul

25

Rachel just alright, Devil May Care impressive

by Barry Roos
July 25, 2010 | 13 Comments

Rachel Alexandra was put in a spot she could not lose.  Last year she faced the boys in a Classic and older males in Grade One Competition. Now she runs in a non graded stake against a lackluster bunch.   Obviously her connections know she is not nearly the same horse as last year. So [...]

Jul

16

Monmouth proving a point

by Barry Roos
July 16, 2010 | Leave a Comment

For the past few years, it seemed casinos and slots were the only thing that could saving racing. Wrong. Casinos are getting to the point where there are so many, they are not attracting the big crowds of the glory days for Foxwoods and the like. Revenues have decreased, and yes they have reached the [...]