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Old 12-18-2006, 01:16 PM
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Not much more info but they say it's related to a step-up in keepng banned substances from the grounds? I'll try and pull a court case if one was filed today.

http://news.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=36768
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Old 12-18-2006, 01:20 PM
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"My main concern right now is making sure other tracks are aware we're not suspended," Mellul said. "Even the stewards here don't know what's going on. And in my opinion, (Calder management) should handle themselves in a more professional manner. If they have a problem, they should take care of it quietly and let the rider know what the matter is."
I love that part...let the rider know, just keep it quiet.
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Old 12-18-2006, 01:22 PM
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I love that part...let the rider know, just keep it quiet.
I'm thinking Mellul is the one who should be quiet here.
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Old 12-18-2006, 01:24 PM
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I'm thinking Mellul is the one who should be quiet here.
As usual, the cracker jack racing press is right on top of the situation.
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Old 12-18-2006, 02:11 PM
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Not much more info but they say it's related to a step-up in keepng banned substances from the grounds? I'll try and pull a court case if one was filed today.

http://news.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=36768
The article did not say that the Douglas situation was related to the step-up in keeping banned substances from the grounds. There is no relation between the two.
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Old 12-18-2006, 03:23 PM
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The article did not say that the Douglas situation was related to the step-up in keeping banned substances from the grounds. There is no relation between the two.
the why did they write this and I quote,
"Calder president Ken Dunn had no comment other than to say that the track had employed its right as a private property owner to bar the jockey from the premises.

In a related matter, Calder management recently authorized an addendum to the track's house rules on veterinarians, veterinary practices, and controlled substances, with stiff penalties to await violators. The addendum was compiled and approved by a volunteer committee of track and state veterinarians who began work on the project in July at the suggestion of track management."

related to what then????
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Old 12-18-2006, 03:57 PM
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If it was drugs, I wouldn't think they'd let him continue to ride, which they did (for the remainder of the day). On one forum they hinted that it could be some sort of dietary medication.
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Old 12-18-2006, 07:54 PM
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Was Douglas "banning" the jockeys together to strike? Similiar to Sellers little escapade at Churchill? If it was drug related wouldn't the stewards know about it?
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Old 12-18-2006, 07:55 PM
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Yes but Douglas doesnt have as good of a voice
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Old 12-18-2006, 07:57 PM
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Yes but Douglas doesnt have as good of a voice
So he was pulling a "Shane Sellers" at Calder??
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Old 12-18-2006, 08:00 PM
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Blue Eyes, only Dixie knows.
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Old 12-18-2006, 08:36 PM
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So he was pulling a "Shane Sellers" at Calder??
Like Douglas gives a **** about a union. He has one of the biggest ego's in the game
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Old 12-18-2006, 10:00 PM
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I heard thru the coconut wireless that he was seen conversing with a bookmaker who Calder deemed an unsavory character. This is all speculation of course.
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Old 12-19-2006, 01:09 PM
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where's pat day when u need him?
why so he could back out like he did on sellers
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So he was pulling a "Shane Sellers" at Calder??
lol im pretty sure im 1 of very few shane sellers fans here
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Old 12-19-2006, 01:29 PM
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Isn't the whole idea behind "keeping quiet"
in the best interest of the Calder / Tropical management?

Bet they're counting the days until Gulfstream Park starts.

Right now they have a meet underway,
and further negativity in the press would no doubt
affect the handle on their product in adverse ways.
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Old 12-19-2006, 01:44 PM
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More in FL, perhaps related, maybe not.

Tampa Bay Bans Seven Jockeys; Probe Ongoing

http://news.bloodhorse.com/viewstory.asp?id=36784
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Old 12-19-2006, 09:13 PM
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lol im pretty sure im 1 of very few shane sellers fans here
His fan club will be meeting in the phone booth on Central Avenue near CD in Louisville.
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