Derby Dozen #3

Eric Nalbone · Post by **Eric Nalbone** » 17 years ago

Derby Dozen #3 is now posted; check it out on the Feature Race. Leave any comments/criticisms/compliments in this thread, or use it to discuss the Derby in general!

Steph Lonhro · Post by **Steph Lonhro** » 17 years ago

great article I really enjoyed reading it

Mallory Claire · Post by **Mallory Claire** » 17 years ago

Me too, although of course it made it that much better that Notorious was vaulted to #3. We're flattered!

Emily Mitchell · Post by **Emily Mitchell** » 17 years ago

Hey Firestorm was mentioned!

I love actually having a contender, it just rocks.

Post by **The Steward** » 17 years ago

I thought this was the best Derby Dozen in a long time - sorting out this crop is a monstrous task. It is very deep and they all have legit shots at this point.

Emily Thompson · Post by **Emily Thompson** » 17 years ago

Awesome article, Eric! It is seriously my new goal in the SIM to be mentioned in the Derby Dozen article at some point in time.

Steve Martinelli · Post by **Steve Martinelli** » 17 years ago

Excellent job as always. I see Sierra Nevada made the "on the bubble" section...he isnt even Triple Crown nominated, so obviously I have no plans of running him in any triple crown race. I might go in the Louisiana Derby if that field stays as light as it is now for 250k or wait til one of the Week 5 races. I'd like to prove you wrong in going 10F someday but I am not gonna break my arm trying at least for a little while, plus I can have enough fun maybe going 8 or 9F!

Eric Nalbone · Post by **Eric Nalbone** » 17 years ago

Steve Martinelli wrote: Excellent job as always. I see Sierra Nevada made the "on the bubble" section...he isnt even Triple Crown nominated, so obviously I have no plans of running him in any triple crown race. I might go in the Louisiana Derby if that field stays as light as it is now for 250k or wait til one of the Week 5 races. I'd like to prove you wrong in going 10F someday but I am not gonna break my arm trying at least for a little while, plus I can have enough fun maybe going 8 or 9F!

Haha, of all the things I checked with those darn 3 year olds, Triple Crown nominations weren't one of them! Something new to look at!

Ali Weasley · Post by **Ali Weasley** » 17 years ago

I was excited to see Testament get a nod, too! Of course, I don't have any intentions on sending him much further than 7 furlongs... maaaaayyybeee a mile eventually, but he's definitely gonna stay in the sprint division.

Emily Mitchell · Post by **Emily Mitchell** » 17 years ago

Oh, I just realized that in my post above I forgot to say great job, Eric! I've always enjoyed reading these every year... these Derby Dozens represent quite possibly the best handicapping in the SIM, at least I think so. B)

Eric Nalbone · Post by **Eric Nalbone** » 17 years ago

Emily Mitchell wrote: Oh, I just realized that in my post above I forgot to say great job, Eric! I've always enjoyed reading these every year... these Derby Dozens represent quite possibly the best handicapping in the SIM, at least I think so. B)

Well thanks! I do what I can, and sometimes I even get things right! We'll see, last year I had things almost perfect but this year I don't really have as many strong feelings as I did last year so its a little trickier. It doesn't help my handicapping that this year's crop is a lot deeper than last year's, but I can't help that!

Jon Xett · Post by **Jon Xett** » 17 years ago

Eric, your insights are helpful and enjoyable. It takes a lot of time to put together a well written article. Thanks. I am fortunate to have some distance capable 3 year old colts this year. Here's hoping for safe races and fun times for all of these wonderful 3 year olds in the weeks leading up to the Derby. I think that we shall see some shocking results and some absolute romps in the next two weeks. It is a magical time of year. (ouch, I just stubbed my toe on Declare or Desist). Jon Xett

Dave Shields · Post by **Dave Shields** » 17 years ago

Hey Eric thanks for taking the time to write up the Derby Dozen. I always enjoy seeing what you think on the contenders. Yes I am a little shocked to see Torero sitting up there and nervously await his one prep before Derby. I debated hard to send him out for 1 or 2 preps and hope I made a good choice, but the competition is tough.

I look forward to how the Derby (and Triple Crown) plays out... should be exciting! B)

Sara Kendall · Post by **Sara Kendall** » 17 years ago

That was a very good read into the Derby scene. This is why I dont have a Derby contender!! LOL Bravo to Eric for the article!