but i believe in the last few years, many left cali and their racing due to the new laws involving workmens comp, etc. no doubt less owners/trainers/stables also contributed to smaller fields. adding new tracks elsewhere would also peel away horses.
look for small fields again-the foal crops will be dropping the next few years due to current economic conditions. but then again, more horses will remain in racing rather than rush to a seldom-used breeding shed, so perhaps it will balance itself out.
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