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clambeau 05-06-2012 03:16 PM

Steve Byk
 
I know he had a bad weekend but maybe this is the best time to give my thanks for all the EXCELLENT advice/info/hard work he gives us day in day out on this game.

He never has excuses, and is happy for those who do win with a different opinion than his

He is one of a kind and I am thankful for him and ATR and wanted to save this praise for a weekend that wasn't so kind to him ( handicapping wise that is ), and truthfully it's been a long wait !

I am 62 yrs old and he is the reason I became a fan in 2007 when I stumbled upon ATR on Sirius. I really have absolutely no reason why I should've become a big race fan since I live in Laurium, Mich ( "Home of Geo Gipp") way up in the UP of Michigan right on Lake Superior where the nearest live racing to my home is Arlington Park or Canterbury Park....a good 8-10 hr drive from my home.

Thank You Steve.....

asudevil 05-06-2012 03:28 PM

Ditto!!

Not only a rock solid capper, a terrific guy.

outofthebox 05-06-2012 03:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clambeau (Post 858959)
I know he had a bad weekend but maybe this is the best time to give my thanks for all the EXCELLENT advice/info/hard work he gives us day in day out on this game.

He never has excuses, and is happy for those who do win with a different opinion than his

He is one of a kind and I am thankful for him and ATR and wanted to save this praise for a weekend that wasn't so kind to him ( handicapping wise that is ), and truthfully it's been a long wait !

I am 62 yrs old and he is the reason I became a fan in 2007 when I stumbled upon ATR on Sirius. I really have absolutely no reason why I should've become a big race fan since I live in Laurium, Mich ( "Home of Geo Gipp") way up in the UP of Michigan right on Lake Superior where the nearest live racing to my home is Arlington Park or Canterbury Park....a good 8-10 hr drive from my home.

Thank You Steve.....

Post of the day!!!

Coach Pants 05-06-2012 04:01 PM

Every handicapper has bad days. And lets not forget your best day at the track can be in the dead of winter on a Wednesday.

Steve Byk has his place in the history of the sport. No need to worry about a bad Derby week. We've all had them.


Well except for Bogey. But he's not human. :D

tywizard 05-06-2012 04:40 PM

Couldn't agree more. The past two weeks of coverage on ATR completely justifies my XM subscription fees for the entire year. Incredible work and dedication.

trackrat59 05-06-2012 06:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coach Pants (Post 858977)
Every handicapper has bad days. And lets not forget your best day at the track can be in the dead of winter on a Wednesday.

Steve Byk has his place in the history of the sport. No need to worry about a bad Derby week. We've all had them.


Well except for Bogey. But he's not human. :D

Well said Coach. Especially the part about Steve having his place in the history of the sport. And, he's not done yet.;)

smartbid09 05-06-2012 10:27 PM

Well Said!

I agree!

Thanks Steve

Kasept 05-07-2012 06:12 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by clambeau (Post 858959)
I know he had a bad weekend but maybe this is the best time to give my thanks for all the EXCELLENT advice/info/hard work he gives us day in day out on this game.

He never has excuses, and is happy for those who do win with a different opinion than his

He is one of a kind and I am thankful for him and ATR and wanted to save this praise for a weekend that wasn't so kind to him ( handicapping wise that is ), and truthfully it's been a long wait !

I am 62 yrs old and he is the reason I became a fan in 2007 when I stumbled upon ATR on Sirius. I really have absolutely no reason why I should've become a big race fan since I live in Laurium, Mich ( "Home of Geo Gipp") way up in the UP of Michigan right on Lake Superior where the nearest live racing to my home is Arlington Park or Canterbury Park....a good 8-10 hr drive from my home.

Thank You Steve.....

clambeau,

Couldn't answer appropriately on drive back from Louisville yesterday but cannot begin to properly express how much I appreciate this. It's always gratifying to hear from people that say listening to ATR or being on DT has helped them become better horseplayers, but especially heartening to hear that someone completely unaware of racing found the show spinning the dial and developed an interest. All of us can guarantee the game's future by introducing it and its' pleasures to our friends. It's an honor and priviledge for me to present a platform for that endeavor and both rewarding and motivating to know it finds purchase.

Thanks for the exceedingly kind compliment..
Steve

freddymo 05-07-2012 07:43 AM

Steve does a great job.

South Beach Luv 05-07-2012 08:10 AM

ATR had a huge influence on me becoming more of a fan of the game, I remember when I really got into it by creating my first virtual stable and adding Indygo Mountain and Silver City to my early Derby horse watch list after hearing Steve interview their trainer.

tector 05-07-2012 08:15 AM

I am not known as an asskisser, but anybody who doesn't appreciate the great job Steve does is a clueless douche.

rpncaine 05-07-2012 08:29 AM

Truer words never said. I especially like his humility...always deflects the praise and never tries to promote himself. Awards will come in time. Just hope TV doesn't get smart and try to steal him from us. Work would SUCK without this show.

joeydb 05-07-2012 09:22 AM

Steve has a great show and is truly a class act and a skilled broadcaster.

His show is one of the main reasons I keep Sirius.

Keep up the good work buddy!

tanner12oz 05-07-2012 09:37 AM

THE BEST!

been here from the start and truly think he has moved the sport forward

wild barry 05-07-2012 11:37 AM

Steve's show was great. I listened each day for three hours of entertaining and great infomation. When at the races moved from 4-7 PM time slot a couple of years ago I was bummed out. I like the 9-12 AM slot better. It gives Steve and guests an opportunity to discuss the up coming action. I hope Steve D. is ok with this health issues. I missed his conversation derby week. This is not an easy game to make money but we all love the challenge and excitement of the sport of horse racing.

brockguy 05-07-2012 04:12 PM

He's so popular he even has his own European fan club - a bit like David Hasselhoff!!

Uncle Daddy 05-07-2012 04:18 PM

Steve, an overdue thank you for all the efforts and incredible information provided in the run up to the Derby. Even the occasional ATR & DT particpant has a leg up on the game with you facilitating the presentation. Rest up!:tro:

HaloWishingwell 05-07-2012 05:46 PM

This sport needs as much help it can get. Steve is giving it a good leg up with his work.

goodcopy 05-07-2012 11:03 PM

Take a short break from Saratoga
 
Let somebody run the Barbecue for a day or three and get out here during Del Mar,I'll buy the seats and introduce you to Dan Smith so you can do the show from the press box
Love you man I haven't spoke by phone in a long time but I hope you and yours are all well:)


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