Square Eddie..out of Derby

G.MONEY · Apr 28, 2009

Square Eddie out of Derby
posted by Brisnet Editorial on April 28, 2009 Tags: Doug O'Neill, Mid-West, Racing, Square Eddie Grade 1 winner SQUARE EDDIE (Smart Strike) has been scratched from the Kentucky Derby (G1) due to a shin problem.

Trainer Doug O'Neill confirmed that the same shin that forcd him to the sidelines earlier this year acted up following the colt's Sunday workout, and he said owner J. Paul Reddam decided to err on the side of caution.

His defection opens a spot in the field for TAKE THE POINTS.

bucsfan67 · Apr 28, 2009

seems like they are dropping like flies this year...its a shame the great animals are so fragile...

douglas · Apr 28, 2009

Funny a horse named SQUARE EDDIE is replaced by TAKE THE POINTS ......a omen ?

G.MONEY · Apr 28, 2009

bucsfan67 said:
seems like they are dropping like flies this year...its a shame the great animals are so fragile...

Bucs, had this talk with ahorse guy today as well..he says we are just seeing more drop closer to the race, but I agree it does seem we have lost more this year than in the past.

Objection · Apr 28, 2009

horses are running too fast too soon
too much stress and strain on an undeveloped frame

Betallsports · Apr 28, 2009

Objection said:
horses are running too fast too soon
too much stress and strain on an undeveloped frame

Very true. I have been saying this for over 15 years. ( 2 year olds shouldn't race )
This year they are talking about it on the Harness side. But most Horsemen won't hear it.

Glad I'm out of this business :>(