Thread: Jackson Bend similar to Funny Cide?
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Old 05-01-2010, 02:34 AM
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Is it me or does Jackson Bend look similar to Funny Cide?

Here are the similarities leading up to the Derby:


5) Both lost to the Derby favorite but was game for second in the Wood


Now, I'm not saying they are exactly the same. Funny Cide had much higher Beyer's going into the Derby (had a 110 in the Wood compared to the 93 for Jackson Bend). However, it is quite similar and one thing that I am starting to believe (save for a couple of exceptions like Big Brown) grizzled, tactical, game runners are good options in the Derby. Also, there is a long history of Derby winners that lost their previous prep race.
I don't remember seeing Super Saver, LAL or Sydney's Candy in the Wood.

Good luck with your bet tomorrow, but personally, I see him as just about the least likely winner in the race. However, I also see him as just about the least likely last place finisher, but I do see him running last before running first.
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