Hello from rainy KEENELAND

Storm Cadet · #1 04-14-2007, 07:27 AM

Hello to all Byk and Hooves disciples from rainy Keeneland Race Course. Flew into town Friday Am and was met by BillW and met up with Grits and Cannon Shell's friend Max. Also making guest appearance was trainer Reid McLellan from the North American Racing Academy (Chris Mccarrons place) and David Fiske who is the farm manger of Winchell Thoroughbreds (Zanjero-Asmans horse in the Toyota Bluegrass today). Great discussions all day. No we did not do the burgoo but I'm gonna try it today.

Got up at 5 am for morning works today. Met Gary Stevens at workouts in the clockers area along with some of the regular NY clockers that migrate south here for this meet and Churchill.

We're expecting rain all day here...but WHO CARES? Good friends, great food and drinks, and HOOVES selections. It doesn't get any better than this!!! 3 days here is too short.
My first time here and the facility just blows you away. From the great hospitality of all the staff here to the spectacular facility and views, this place is unmatched.

Went to horsemans relations and got credentials for myself and other DT'ers for the weekend for admission and parking. It came in handy as its pouring right now and we parked 3 spaces from the front door of the clubhouse.

Yesterday was fun as my futility continues as not being able to handicap this polytrack. Finally threw all my sheets away and ALL HAIL HOOVES...as I just played his selections. Thanks Hooves for making it a great day. I owe ya drinks at Saratoga when we hook up.

Dinner at Malones was sensational. Compares with any of the best I've been to. Grits, Bill, Max, Reid and his wife and myself. Cannon...we brought ya a doggie bag.

Grits · #2 04-14-2007, 07:33 AM

You're at the track, and I haven't even left my room yet!! I need my coffee first.

See ya in a little while.

Payson Dave · #3 04-14-2007, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Storm Cadet

along with some of the regular NY clockers that migrate south here for this meet and Churchill.

Are Freddie Bond or Richie Gazer down there from NY?

Payson Dave · #4 04-14-2007, 07:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Grits

You're at the track, and I haven't even left my room yet!! I need my coffee first.

See ya in a little while.

What you didn't go to the works????? That can be the best part of the day...You have your coffee while watching em gallop

Grits · #5 04-14-2007, 08:04 AM

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Originally Posted by Payson Dave

What you didn't go to the works????? That can be the best part of the day...You have your coffee while watching em gallop

I lived here, remember, I've been to morning workouts a gazillion times. Plus, its raining like crazy.

I'm still moving slowly, just having my coffee and a bagel.

I made arrangements yesterday with one of my buddies, who still handles horseman's parking--he took care of me for years, beats valet all day. You don't have to wait for your car.

I'm getting there, coffee's good.

Wish you guys were with us. Great fun. We're already making plans for Saratoga. LOL

Cajungator26 · #6 04-14-2007, 08:12 AM

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Originally Posted by Grits

I lived here, remember, I've been to morning workouts a gazillion times. Plus, its raining like crazy.

I'm still moving slowly, just having my coffee and a bagel.

I made arrangements yesterday with one of my buddies, who still handles horseman's parking--he took care of me for years, beats valet all day. You don't have to wait for your car.

I'm getting there, coffee's good.

Wish you guys were with us. Great fun. We're already making plans for Saratoga. LOL

Glad to hear you guys are having fun, Grits. Wish I was there too... this rain is supposed to be moving on over to Florida. Yuck.

Grits · #7 04-14-2007, 08:15 AM

I wish you were here to darlin', these are great guys, and you'd be having a blast with us.

blackthroatedwind · #8 04-14-2007, 09:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Payson Dave

Are Freddie Bond or Richie Gazer down there from NY?

You think Gazer goes to Keeneland? That's funny.

Payson Dave · #9 04-14-2007, 09:43 AM

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Originally Posted by blackthroatedwind

You think Gazer goes to Keeneland? That's funny.

Actually I'm thinking it would be a rarity for Richie to leave NY...
btw...who is coming up to clock at Oklahoma? in the weeks preceeding Saratoga
Is cranky old Cole still kicking?

Storm Cadet · #10 04-14-2007, 09:41 PM

darn does it ever stop raining here?

Another day of great racing at Keeneland. Bluegrass was great to watch. Grits had some nice hits today as did BillW playing Oaklawn as he hit the $63 winner big.

Lots of KY based owners/trainers stopped by to say hi. Scored a great location in the second floor simulcast room overlooking the saddling area. Just walk out on the balcony and check out the horses live. Place was PACKED.

Another post race great dinner at a local restaurant set up by GRITS to unwind and recount the days plays and races.

One more day of racing for all.