I did the same thing last year, thus far of "my" 5 starters I had several first time out winners (and got to cash on them too!
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Moccasin Gap f. Giant's Causeway - Lemon Dove - won at first asking at Woodbine
Divide and Conquer c. Mr. Greeley - Diversion - won at first asking at Hollywood
Most Distinguished c. Dixie Union - Stylish Storm - 2nd to Pegasus Wind when he broke his maiden at Saratoga, had a real dog fight in his second start, getting 2nd
Kauai Calls f. Fupeg - Collect Call - broke maiden at first asking at Saratoga also took an allowance later in the meet
thirtysixth f. Dixieland Band - Steal a Heart - 3rd in first start, bought by Zayat
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I am eagerly awaiting:
Indy's Windy f. A.P. Indy - Banshee Winds - sold for 1.9M, training in CA...I would have given my right arm to own this filly!
Shining Armor c. Mr. Greeley - Shining Through (dam of the talented and ill-fated Venetian Sunset & Strong Hope)
As for me, I really like Mr. Greeley as a sire. I think his biggest problem IS his auction prices...he's not very commercial but he will get you a runner. If I were buying for myself I'd find me the best Mr. Greeley or Dixie Union I could afford. Well priced runners.